White Quartz (or commonly sold as White Aventurine / Synthetic Opalite depending on exact composition)
Quartz var. White Quartz / Milky Quartz · Semi-Precious Gemstone / Jewelry
Crystal System
Trigonal; carved and polished into a hexagonal prism pendant with a terminated point habit.
Mineral Group
Silicates
Chemical Formula
SiO2
Formation Process
Hydrothermal and igneous processes, typically crystallizing from silica-rich fluids at varying temperatures and pressures.
About This Crystal
The specimen is a cut and polished columnar crystal pendant, fashioned into a standard hexagonal generator shape with a pointed tip, mounted in a silver-toned metal bail. The stone is milky white, translucent to opaque, with a smooth, glossy, vitreous to waxy luster.
Physical Characteristics
White body color, white streak, no distinct cleavage planes, conchoidal fracture, specific gravity around 2.65, brittle tenacity, and displays piezoelectric properties.
Optical Properties
Singly or doubly refractive depending on crystallographic orientation, with a refractive index of approximately 1.544 to 1.553. Birefringence is weak (0.009). Generally non-pleochroic in this variety.
Hardness & Durability
Origin Region
Worldwide, with significant deposits in Brazil, Madagascar, the United States, and the Alps.
Hardness & Durability
Mohs hardness of 7, making it durable for daily wear in jewelry. Good toughness, though high thermal shock can cause fracturing.
Care & Maintenance
Can be safely cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and prolonged direct sunlight if dyed or treated.
Rarity & Value
Very common mineral globally; low to moderate value depending on whether the material is natural quartz or synthetic glass/opalite, typically inexpensive as a carved jewelry piece.
Special Characteristics
Piezoelectric properties, milky inclusion-rich appearance giving a soft glowing look under diffused lighting.
Lore & History
Often associated with purity, clarity, and spiritual healing in modern crystal lore. Connected traditionally to the Crown Chakra, though these are cultural beliefs and not scientific claims.