1 clear smoky quartz stone

### **Smoky Quartz: The Grounding Stone of Protection & Clarity**  
#### **1. Overview & Characteristics**  
- **Chemical Composition:** Silicon dioxide (SiO₂), colored by natural radiation exposure.  
- **Color Range:** Light grayish-brown to deep black ("Morion" is the darkest variety).  
- **Luster:** Vitreous (glass-like).  
- **Transparency:** Transparent to translucent.  
- **Hardness:** 7 on the Mohs scale (durable for jewelry).  
- **Crystal System:** Hexagonal (typically forms prismatic crystals).  
#### **2. How It Gets Its Color**  
- Natural **aluminum impurities** and **radiation** (from surrounding rocks) create the smoky hue.  
- Artificial irradiation can enhance or create smoky quartz in labs.  
#### **3. Origins & Sources**  
- **Major Sources:** Brazil, Scotland (Cairngorm Mountains), Switzerland, the USA (Colorado, California), and Madagascar.  
- **Historical Use:** Scottish warriors and clans used "Cairngorm Quartz" in traditional brooches (kilt pins).  
#### **4. Historical & Cultural Significance**  
- **Ancient Rome & Greece:** Carved into protective amulets.  
- **Celtic Tradition:** Believed to ward off dark energy and enhance survival instincts.  
- **Feng Shui:** Used to absorb negative energy in homes.  
#### **5. Metaphysical & Healing Properties (Belief-Based)**  
- **Emotional Healing:** Releases fear, stress, and negativity; promotes emotional calm.  
- **Grounding & Focus:** Helps with decision-making and practicality.  
- **Physical Benefits:** Some associate it with detoxification and pain relief.  
- **Chakra Association:** Root Chakra (stability) and Solar Plexus Chakra (willpower).  
#### **6. Uses in Jewelry & Decor**  
- **Jewelry:** Popular in rings, pendants, and beads (often faceted for brilliance).  
- **Carved Objects:** Skulls, pyramids, and spheres for meditation.  
- **Collector’s Specimens:** Large natural crystals are prized.  
#### **8. Care & Maintenance**  
- Clean with mild soap and water; avoid harsh chemicals.  
- Store separately to prevent scratches.  
- Prolonged sunlight may lighten its color over time.