Brazil AA ghost quartz bracelet (7-8mm balls)

BRA-QUARFAN-01
Origin: Brazil
Grade: AA

Magnificent bracelet composed of 7-8mm balls of ghost quartz.
Patterns and colors may vary from one bracelet to another.

Quartz or rock crystal is a mineral widely distributed on the earth's surface. It represents 12% of the mass of the lithosphere. It is found in quantity in igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

The name ghost quartz indicates the presence of hexagonal and prismatic crystals. Collectors are more looking for crystals in groups and without gangue. For the record, a gangue refers to all the rocks and minerals of no economic value which surround the gems in the deposits.

In lithotherapy, isolated crystals are used for treatments and crystals in clusters or druse are used to recharge other minerals.

When quartz is called ghost quartz, it is because of a stop in its growth. This shutdown may be due to a drop in pressure or temperature. During this time, the quartz does not grow. Various materials or even other minerals can be deposited on it and remain trapped in the quartz.

When growth resumes, phantom quartz can therefore have various shades depending on the trapped deposits. It can have green if the mineral is chlorite, red if the mineral is ferrous in nature, beige for clays, etc.

Phantom quartz is so named because of the presence of one or more growth ghosts, which have the shape of a small point or chevron, clearly visible inside the quartz.

We can find hyaline quartz (transparent and colorless quartz) under the name of rock crystal. It is not uncommon to come across the term “ghost rock crystals”. The transparency of this rock crystal is so clear that in ancient times it was common to think that this mineral was a piece of eternal ice.

Due to its extremely slow growth, phantom quartz has a higher purchase price than other varieties of quartz such as milky quartz, hematoid quartz, etc. It has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. Which is relatively high hardness. For comparison, diamond has a maximum hardness of 10 on this same scale.

The etymology of the name quartz has two hypotheses. Either the name quartz comes from the name “quaterz” meaning bad ores until the 16th century or the other hypothesis would be the contraction of the German name “gewärz” designating an excrescence.

In the Middle Ages, this name quartz was applied to all crystals. Georgius Agricola (1494-1555), a famous scholar considered a specialist in mineralogy and metallurgy, restricted this term to rock crystals.

There are no myths or legends regarding ghost quartz, as it was identified very recently.

The main deposits are located in Brazil.

Phantom Quartz is a crystal for protection against negative energies, harmful emotions and thoughts. It causes awareness about life, about oneself and helps to overcome blockages linked to childhood trauma. It allows us to reach inner truths, master repressed memories and thus move forward.

Phantom quartz represents growth, physical and spiritual development. It generates mental strength and enormous courage. Its wearer can set new goals and have the strength to achieve them.

This mineral is ideal in case of complicated periods. It engenders the courage to handle certain life events, such as a separation, a layoff or the loss of a loved one. He learns to overcome challenges and come back mentally stronger. It also allows him to achieve serenity and harmony.

This stone causes openness towards others, gives compassion and empathy. The wearer likes to help his neighbor. He offers her his support and understanding.

Phantom quartz contributes to professional success by developing personal development. It strengthens will and determination. It provides the energy needed to get what he wants. This stone is excellent for energizing its wearer.