Clear Quartz Coffin Bowl Ref: 0383

Clear quartz, also known as rock crystal, is a natural silicon dioxide mineral and the Earth's most abundant "master healer" crystal. It features a 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, a trigonal crystal structure, and unique piezoelectric properties used in modern technology.

Scientific and Physical Properties

• Chemical Formula: SiO₂ (silicon dioxide)
• Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale (scratches glass)
• Crystal System: Trigonal (forming six-sided prisms)
• Luster: Vitreous (glassy)
• Transparency: Transparent to translucent
• Piezoelectricity: Generates an electrical charge when compressed, making it vital for watches, radios, and computers.

History and Symbolism

• Ancient Names: The ancient Greeks called it krystallos (ice), believing gods froze it permanently.
• Cultural Uses: Ancient Egyptians used it for balancing energies and protective talismans, while Indigenous Australian cultures regarded it as a sacred, mystical substance (maban).
• Everyday History: Early societies carved spheres from it to cool hands, read fortunes, or focus sunlight to start fires.

Metaphysical Properties

• Master Healer: Widely considered the most versatile "universal crystal" for energy work.
• Amplification: Believed to amplify the energy of other nearby crystals and personal intentions.
• Clarity: Associated with the crown chakra, aiming to clear mental fog, enhance focus, and bring spiritual alignment.

Ref: 0383 (For my use only)