Smooth, tumbled smoky quartz stones in translucent shades from brown to smoky grey. They come in assorted sizes, making them a good choice as a pocket stone, decoration or for a mineral collection.
The stone of smoky quartz
Smoky quartz is the smoky variety of quartz, its brown-grey shade caused by natural irradiation; its Mohs hardness is around 7. Its translucent, deep smoky colour gives it a calm, grounding character. In crystal lore it is known as a stone of grounding and protection, and tradition holds that it helps release tension, eases emotional blockages and keeps one balanced.
The tumbled form and A quality
Tumbled stones gain their smooth surface through long polishing. A-quality pieces show a beautiful, translucent smoky colour; as a natural mineral, the shade and shape can differ, and every stone is unique.
Ways to use it
Smoky quartz is a favourite pocket stone and meditation piece, and also looks lovely on a desk, in a crystal corner or placed with the intention of clearing a space. Its translucent smoky colour brings a composed, grounding mood.
Care and good to know
This is a durable mineral, yet it is worth protecting from knocks and scratches. Rinse under lukewarm water and pat dry with a soft cloth; to protect the colour, keep it away from prolonged, strong sunlight.