White quartz is one of the best known minerals. When we want to get started in the world of gems or precious stones, a white quartz is one of the first pieces we buy. This is because its use is widespread and, furthermore, it is a mineral that does not compromise too much due to its neutral color, its classic beauty and its properties.

In this video I reveal some curious things to you properties of white quartz and other minerals:

White quartz: properties of the mineral

First of all, we must clarify a terminological issue. White quartz, rock crystal, milky quartz and clear quartz are the same. Rose quartz or smoky quartz are other gems. Regarding chemical composition, it is as if all quartz are cousins; They are different stones, with different qualities and different functions, but yes They have a small part of common chemical composition.

On the other hand, white or transparent quartz has a more direct relationship, we could say that they are like brothers, with tourmaline quartz or rutilated quartz. Tourmaline quartz is a variety of white quartz which is inlaid with black tourmaline, another mineral, inside. For its part, rutilated quartz is also a variety of white quartz, which has rutile crystals, another mineral, which can have golden or red colors. These variations are the result of the different nature of the deposits. As they are different types of minerals, they will have different properties and functions.

As you can see, the quartz family is very broad. White quartz is composed of silica dioxide and It is transparent or white because it has air bubbles in its structure. Depending on whether it has more or fewer bubbles, the piece in question will be more or less transparent, but we will be talking about the same type of quartz.

If you are starting out in the world of gems, white quartz is the best piece to start your collection and to experiment with the magic and power of crystals.

White quartz: properties and meaning

The properties of white quartz are wonderful. The shamans of the Amerindian tribes called white quartz “living rock” and used it to be “men or women of power.” With this example we can see how quartz has always been valued for its properties. We should all have some piece of this gem in our lives.

• Promotes connection with our own light and joy.
• Can be used during meditation. Simply hold the quartz in your hands or have it at your side.
• It will help you channel, enhance or balance your energy or that of the space in which it is located.
• It has an amplifying power. That is, if you put other minerals next to white quartz, the quartz will amplify the qualities of the minerals that surround it.
• Eliminates negative thoughts, raises vibrational frequency and increases psychic gifts.
• Increases spiritual compression and enhances inspiration.
• You can program your quartz with an intention so that it is amplified. To program your quartz, hold it in your hands thinking about a specific desire you have and you will be programming the quartz to help you with that task.

White quartz: properties depending on the way it is cut

The shape in which the stone is cut also determines its properties and functions. We will find white quartz carved in many different ways for two reasons: its use is common and widespread and it has great hardness that allows it to be cut into different shapes without breaking.

All forms of quartz have the properties already mentioned, but each of them also has some particularities. It is worth stopping for a moment to better choose our first quartz.

• white quartz druse: It is a set of crystal points joined together, which form very powerful agglomerations. Quartz druzy is a powerful transmitter and amplifier of positive energies. I especially recommend it for workplaces, since it balances the energy field, protects from radiation and is very healing.
• white quartz pyramids: The pyramidal shape dates back to ancient cultures. Its use is recommended to treat pain, especially back pain. It is believed that if you place a white quartz pyramid in the area where you suffer from muscle pain and you let the sun shine directly on it, you will feel great relief.
• white quartz point: Without a doubt this is my favorite shape, for its beauty, its uses and its properties. It is perfect to have anywhere in the house. I especially like placing it at the head of the bed because harmonizes rest. I give you a very cool idea for your quartz point: if you buy an LED light base and place the quartz on top, you will have a beautiful lamp and, in addition, you will be able to see the inside of your illuminated quartz.

• tumbled quartz: It is simply a polished piece of quartz. It is the one that I recommend carrying with you, for example, in your pocket. You can hold it in your hand or caress it when you feel that you are in an energetically charged environment or simply feel stressed.

Additionally, if you think this mineral fits you, you can buy or make jewelry with a small inlay of white quartz.

Cleaning white quartz

To clean it simply You have to pour a little water over it. You could have it outdoors on a full moon night, but that’s up to you. It is not necessary to clean the stones every month. Enjoy your white quartz!

How to know if white quartz is authentic

As you can see, white quartz is a stone with thousands of uses and properties. To choose yours, I recommend that you visit a specialized store. Touch several pieces, feel them in your hands and allow yourself to fall in love with one. Try not to decide with your mind. Let yourself be guided by your heart.

Since quartz is a very common mineral, it is easy to get caught. To know that it is authentic quartz, There are two little tricks. The first is based on its hardness since the authentic one is very hard and resistant. If you give a little tapnothing will happen to the piece. The second is based on the way it reflects light. If the light shines directly on it and it is a genuine piece of quartz, It will reflect colors and will not absorb light or make it opaque.