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Chemical Composition: Silicon Dioxide

Hardness: 7

Occurrence: Smoky quartz and vary from grey to warm brown, light and clear to an almost "solid" looking black/brown.  The coloration is due to natural radiation occurring in its environment.  (Quartz crystals are also irradiated in the lab to create the smoke color, but it is not recommended, and can usually be identified by an all-too even almost black color. ) Crystals can also be smoky in color from the presence of sodium.  Excellent specimens are currently found in Brazil, Switzerland, the Himalayas, and Mexico.  In the U.S., fine elestials and sceptors are found in Nevada, and other sites include Arkansas, California, and Colorado.

Metaphysical Properties:  Dissipates negativity.  Balances energies of mind and body.  Good for meditation.  Protective and grounding stone.  Enhances dream awareness and channeling abilities.  Mitigates depression, is mildly sedative and relaxing.

Corresponding Astrological Signs: Capricorn and Sagittarius
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#SQ-163 Polished Smoky Quartz Points, approx. 2.25" long. $12 each TEMPORARILY SOLD OUT

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#SQ-164 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 2.5" in diameter. $80 each TEMPORARILY SOLD OUT

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#SQ-166 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 1.75" in diameter. $36 SOLD OUT

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#SQ-167 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 1.75" in diameter. $36 SOLD

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#SQ-168 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 1.65" in diameter. $32 SOLD OUT

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#SQ-169 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 1.5" in diameter. $30 SOLD OUT

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#SQ-170 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 1.35" in diameter. $28 SOLD OUT

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#SQ-171 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 1.3" in diameter. $27 SOLD OUT

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#SQ-172 Smoky Quartz Sphere, approx. 1.3" in diameter. $27 SOLD

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#SQ-165 B Grade Smoky Quartz Sphere, 40mm (1.5") in diameter. $20 each SOLD OUT

#SQ-95 Little Smoky Quartz Spheres, about .75" in diameter. Sold in packs of 2 for $9.95

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