Cherry Quartz
$75.00
Item number:
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Cherry Quartz From India 36.28 CT
Cherry quartz is a vibrant, man-made crystal composed of melted natural quartz and cinnabar (or dyed glass), resulting in striking, translucent red and pink hues. Highly sought after for affordable jewelry, tumbled stones, and decorative carvings, it is priced between $1 to $10 per piece. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Characteristics
- Composition: Synthetic. While some variations use reconstituted quartz, the majority of commercially available cherry quartz is actually colored glass.
- Appearance: Features brilliant swirls of bright red, magenta, and pink. Because it is glass, you can often see tiny air bubbles under close inspection, unlike natural quartz.
- Hardness: If made from glass, it has a lower Mohs hardness of about 5.5, making it softer than natural quartz, which rates at 7.
Metaphysical Beliefs & Uses
In crystal healing and metaphysical practices, cherry quartz is celebrated as an active, energizing stone.
- Energy & Motivation: Believed to boost energy levels, dispel fear, and ignite motivation or passion.
- Emotional Healing: Associated with the heart chakra, it is thought to aid in healing emotional wounds, fostering self-love, and promoting emotional resilience.
- Placement & Zodiac: Often linked to the zodiac sign Aries, and used in Feng Shui to bring vitality and positive energy to the home.