The mineral sugar quartz was known to the ancient Romans, who valued the stone not only for its beauty, but also for its beneficial properties: it was used to replace a modern air conditioning system. The ancient inhabitants of Rome held stones in their hands to feel pleasant coolness. Today, sugar quartz is mined almost throughout the CIS. In Russia, the main deposits are in the Urals, Yakutia, Chukotka, and also on the Kola Peninsula.
Quartz is mainly used to make beads. The mineral is not considered precious, so it is most often combined with silver. Quartz has a unique appearance, it looks like balls of snow or sugar, hence the name. Snow quartz is found in nature much more often than other varieties. There is no exact date for the discovery of this mineral, but there is information that it was used in rituals seven thousand years ago. Translated from German, “quartz” means “hard,” which describes one of the characteristics of the mineral.
BIG DIFFERENCE: TYPES OF WHITE SHADES
Not all shades of white are the same.
There are specimens of different colors, which leaves an imprint on the properties.
Below is a list-table of shade differences:
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Sugar quartz
Horoscope
Before purchasing any talisman, you should familiarize yourself with its energy and understand who such an amulet is suitable for and who should be rejected. Perhaps the most reliable indicator of whether sugar quartz is right for you or not is your Zodiac sign. Astrologers have been studying the influence of various types of gems on humans for a long time.
Perfect fit
Will become an indispensable assistant for Pisces, Libra, Aquarius and Scorpio.
Representatives of these constellations receive maximum power from the use of sugar quartz in their lives. Fighting diseases, strengthening the immune system, supporting in difficult situations, attracting good people into your social circle. All this will be fully ensured, especially if the talisman is in a silver frame. In this case, the monetary return on life also increases, success rises and verbal skills develop.
If your goal is to meet true love, wear heart-shaped jewelry.
Must refuse
There are signs that
talismans made from this stone have a negative effect - Virgo and Libra.
These representatives of the zodiac circle are opposite in energy, so wearing them will only result in nervousness, irritability and problems with communication in the family.
Neutral
For all other signs of the Zodiac, this amulet is allowed. But you won't feel a huge return. A light protective background, improved mood and a little help in improving mental activity is all you can count on. But from an aesthetic point of view, such decoration is simply a win-win option for any style and situation.
DESCRIPTION OF SUGAR QUARTZ
Quartz is one of the most common minerals in the earth's crust.
- Quartz crystals are hexagonal prisms.
- It is part of some other minerals.
- Found in igneous and metamorphic rocks.
The word “quartz” comes from the German word Quarz, which translates as “solid.”
Physical properties and composition
- The white stone is very hard: 7 on the Mohs scale.
- Doesn't heat up well.
- Cold to the touch: used by the Romans to cool their hands in the summer.
- When in contact with the human body, the snow stone heats up slowly.
- The physical properties of stones help to distinguish a fake.
- Sugar quartz is resistant to acids.
- Melting point is above 1700 °C.
- The original color does not change over time.
- Sugar quartz is a glass-forming oxide.
Snow Quartz
In ancient times, some scientists thought that the snow gem was petrified ice that was created by the gods. We recommend: CHAROIT - the treasure of Siberia, “lilac stone”
Where is it mined?
The earth's crust is 50 percent quartz, but it is difficult to find.
The main deposits are located in Russia:
- in Chukotka;
- in the Caucasus;
- in Karelia;
- on the Kola Peninsula.
Abroad, snow quartz is mined in Ukraine and central Asia.
Although the material is difficult to obtain, its price is low: about 20 rubles for one sugar gem.
White quartz
How to care for quartz jewelry
In order for a sugar quartz product to be pleasing to the eye, it must be properly cared for. The stone does not require special handling, but to maintain its beauty, periodically wipe the product with glass cleaner or dishwashing detergent, and then rinse with water. To thoroughly clean the product, use a scraper made of wood or plastic. Also, to maintain the mineral in its original form, it must be polished. Proper care and careful handling will preserve the magical appearance of the snow-white stone.
Don't limit yourself to just sugar quartz jewelry. Since the stone has a positive effect on people engaged in mental work, a white quartz product would be appropriate on their desk. Such an item will help you gain clear thinking, concentrate your attention and optimize your memory.
If you want quartz to have a positive effect on the mind, protect against ill-wishers and have a healing effect, be sure to take care of the purity of the stone. In addition, for the mineral to begin to act, the thoughts and intentions of its owner must also be pure. If you believe in this, the stone will definitely bring good luck and peace.
WHERE IT IS USED
The mineral is used in various fields:
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Milky quartz
Medicinal properties
Stone sugar has many medicinal properties:
- Protection from negative energy.
Accelerates recovery and strengthens the immune system.
- Treatment of wounds and burns.
The product is kept close to the damage site.
- Rejuvenation.
The stone is placed in water for a couple of hours, and then washed with it:
- Promotes concentration and mental function, helps with memory problems.
- If you wash your face with water containing quartz, it will help get rid of acne and small wrinkles.
Ice quartz
The magical properties of sugar quartz
The snow mineral is associated with otherworldly forces.
An amulet with quartz is capable of:
- help you find love and friends;
- will help overcome obstacles on the way to the goal;
- gives self-confidence;
- lifts the mood;
- breaks the creative side;
- absorbs negative energy and protects against it;
- fights colds: helps to recover faster from the flu.
Quartz is endowed with protective properties. Gives confidence and raises morale. Quartz is suitable for those who have many complexes that interfere with their lives.
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The talisman drives away evil energy, unkind people, and creates a positive atmosphere in the house.
The amulet is suitable for people who cannot concentrate or find a purpose in life. The amulet can also help in finding friends and a loved one.
Who is suitable according to their zodiac sign?
According to the horoscope, the properties of the stone are suitable for the following people:
- Scales.
- Scorpion.
- Aquarius.
These people will receive maximum positive energy from quartz.
Other zodiac signs are considered compatible with the amulet, but will receive a minimum of protection.
At the same time, there are zodiac signs with which quartz is poorly compatible:
- Twins.
- Virgo.
Representatives of these constellations may experience a shortage of positive energy.
Sometimes quartz can cause harm: become a source of incidents and attract diseases.
Magical properties: what to expect from the stone
Psychics and magicians believe in the property of the stone to open doors to parallel worlds. Many are confident that the mineral, if properly interpreted, is capable of showing the future, establishing a connection with the cosmos, and discovering new forms of life. If you look at a snow-white crystal for a long time, you can:
- see pictures of the future;
- become wiser;
- increase self-esteem;
- solve health problems;
- bend the will of other people.
For a long time, sorcerers and priests believed in the secret energy of the stone, believing that with its help it was possible to attract higher powers to the ritual. Esotericists insist that the stone is capable of predicting events; they do not recommend showing it to outsiders, especially those with dubious energy.
A ball of white quartz was used in rites and rituals by sorcerers and magicians in the past, and they continue to use it today. It is believed that changing the color of the ball is not good.
White quartz and zodiac sign: who suits it
Astrologers also have a special relationship with the snow mineral. They believe that despite its innocent appearance, the mineral is not suitable for all signs and recommend wearing it first of all:
- Aquarius;
- Scorpios;
- Libra.
The latter mineral is suitable in all respects. It will help Libra gain self-confidence and make the right decision at the right moment, leaving no room for doubt.
The white crystal will pacify the excessive activity of Scorpios. He will teach representatives of this sign to make informed decisions, cope with emotionality, and help prevent unfavorable circumstances.
Aquarians are not the most stable and decisive signs. White quartz will help them become more stable and responsible. It is believed that mineral beads, rings, or even just a small sample of a stone in a pocket will give Aquarius confidence.
Astrologers do not recommend wearing the stone to Virgos and Geminis. Despite the fact that the mineral is not capable of outright harm, it will not allow these signs to reveal their potential, preventing their development and personal growth.
All other representatives of the zodiac signs can use the stone as an assistant in simple household chores. For example, there is an opinion that the mineral enhances performance and awakens a thirst for knowledge, so it can be given to students and schoolchildren.
The combination of the cross shape with white quartz is significant. At birth, children are often given crosses made from this particular mineral, thus creating for them a powerful shield from the evil eye and adversity for many years to come.
It is also believed that if you attach a heart-shaped stone to a white quartz cross, you can find happiness in your personal life.
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT GEM
Snow quartz is a common material in the production of jewelry and beautiful items. There are rare items made from stone:
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Text author: Vitaly VORONOV
Meaning and description of the stone
Sugar quartz has been known since Roman times. Noble Romans used quartz beads for cooling in hot weather. Cups and vases were also made from it.
The second name “snow” stone received not only for its cool surface. Quartz crystals resemble snowflakes with intricate patterns. In ancient times, people believed that it was petrified ice.
The color of the crystals varies from cold snowy to milky white. Sizes range from small grains to large slabs. Quartz is durable and hardly crumbles.
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Basic information about the stone
Why snowy? Because it has a special color and looks like a lump of snow or a large lump of sugar. This color is obtained due to the fact that quartz crystals are exposed to long-term ionizing radiation. But, of course, snow quartz does not even carry traces of radioactivity.
The ancient Greeks believed that snow quartz was rock ice created by the gods of Olympus. Thus, already in antiquity there were known magical properties of this mineral. The mineral has other names: quartzite, milky quartz.
according to the Mohs hardness scale, it belongs to minerals of the 7th hardness class (for comparison: diamond - 10th class, gypsum - 2nd);- shines through in the sun;
- has shine;
- density is about 2.65 g/cm3.
Perhaps we should proceed directly to examining its magical merits - and there are, of course, a great many of them. This stone contains many secrets, the veil of which our world has only just begun to lift...
Medicinal properties
Sugar quartz is endowed with beneficial and magical properties. It is recognized that the mineral gives the owner the ability to heal quickly, eliminating negativity. In lithotherapy, crystals are used for:
- treatment of burns and wounds (affected areas);
- strengthening the immune system;
- getting rid of headaches;
- treatment of mental disorders and diseases of the nervous system;
- anti-aging procedures;
- treatment of eye diseases.
Snow quartz neutralizes fatigue and relieves depression. To achieve a rejuvenating effect, the stone is placed in water and then washed.
Application
Snow quartz is widely used in the jewelry industry, but only high-quality minerals are suitable for this, without significant defects and of medium size.
Beads with minerals, bracelets, pendants, especially those made in the shape of a ball, look very beautiful. Such accessories will undoubtedly highlight the image and add sophistication and special charm to the girl.
The gem is also used as amulets. A small crystal can be carried in the inner pocket of your clothes, thereby protecting yourself from illnesses and negativity from the outside.
