Quartz Stalactite Slice and Dendritic Agate Pendant

QUARTZ (silicon dioxide), one of the most abundant minerals on earth, comprises about 12% of the earth’s upper crust. Usually found in compact masses, it sometimes crystallizes as beautiful “points” easily identified by their six distinct faces. Quartz comes in a variety of colors including purple amethyst, golden citrine, brown smoky, pink rose quartz and clear rock crystal. Quartz crystals are piezoelectric: When trapped or squeezed, the crystal produces an electrical current from the opposite face. It is this property that has made quartz so important to modern technology, especially electronics and computers. Crystal users believe that by directing one’s mental energy into a crystal one can bring about a sharpening of inner vision and increased psychic and bodily awareness.

DENDRITIC AGATE is a translucent, colorless to whitish-gray variety of chalcedony quartz, easily distinguished by its distinct, strikingly realistic bush, fern, or tree-like inclusions known as ‘dendrites’. These inclusions, usually black or brown, are caused by manganese, iron oxide, and hydroxide impurities, which are seen clearly in a light gray or clear background. The most notable deposits are found in Brazil, China, India, Australia, Kazakhstan, Madagascar, Mexico, Mongolia, Namibia, Uruguay and the USA.
Dendritic agate is believed to aid in understanding nature, and is associated with the protection of the earth, prosperity, abundance, healing, restoration and creativity. It is also said to help improve one’s self esteem and emotional balance, and also help start new friendships.