Description
The dazzling drusy and delicate swirls of color make this sugar quartz sphere hard to beat. You can actually see all the way through this unique piece! The soft colors can meld seamlessly into many décor styles. With the incredible drusy and its large size (approx. 2.25″ diameter, 162g), it is truly a wonderful piece to gift or to add to your own collection.
What is Sugar Quartz?
It is a trade name for the way the drusy forms which looks to some like sugar crystals. This texture is created by many tiny quartz crystals growing closely together on a matrix, giving the surface a sparkling and glittering effect. While sugar quartz is not as common as other varieties of quartz, such as clear quartz or amethyst, it is not considered extremely rare either. It can be found in various locations around the world where quartz crystals are formed, and it is often used in jewelry and decorative pieces due to its unique and eye-catching appearance.
This sphere has agate-like formations much like the amethyst drusy sunflower we have available. But why? Quartz, amethyst, and agate are all varieties of the mineral quartz. They can often be found together in the same geological formations or deposits.
About Quartz
Paraphrased from mindat.org (https://www.mindat.org/min-3337.html):
Quartz is one of the most common minerals on Earth. It occurs in two basic forms: macrocrystalline and cryptocrystalline quartz. Macrocrystalline includes quartz such as clear quartz, smoky quartz, and rose quartz. Cryptocrystalline quartz includes flint, chert, and agate.
Quartz and Piezoelectricity
Many know a bit about quartz, even that it was used in watches and other devices. Why are they used and in what devices?
Piezoelectricity is the ability of certain materials, like quartz, to generate an electric charge in response to applied mechanical stress or pressure. When a quartz crystal is compressed or deformed, it creates a voltage across its surface. This property is utilized in various applications, such as in electronic devices, sensors, and even quartz watches. Not all quartz pieces exhibit piezoelectricity, as it depends on the specific crystal structure and orientation of the quartz. Natural quartz crystals often display piezoelectric properties, while synthetic or heavily processed quartz may not retain this characteristic.
Quartz exhibits piezoelectricity due to its unique crystal structure and specific orientation. The crystal structure of quartz is trigonal, with a hexagonal symmetry. The piezoelectric effect in quartz is most pronounced along the crystal’s c-axis, which is the vertical axis of the hexagonal crystal structure. When mechanical stress is applied perpendicular to this c-axis, quartz crystals generate electric charges. This specific crystal structure and orientation allow quartz to display piezoelectric properties, making it a valuable material in various technological applications.
Quartz is utilized in various applications for its piezoelectric properties. Some common uses include:
Quartz Crystal Oscillators: Quartz crystals are used in electronic devices like watches, clocks, and communication equipment to generate precise and stable frequencies.
Sensors and Transducers: Quartz is employed in sensors and transducers for measuring pressure, acceleration, and vibration due to its ability to convert mechanical stress into electrical signals.
Ultrasound Technology: Quartz crystals are integral components in ultrasound devices for medical imaging, industrial testing, and cleaning applications.
Piezoelectric Actuators: Quartz is used in actuators for precise positioning and movement in devices like inkjet printers, valves, and robotics.
Clear Quartz Metaphysical Properties:
• Has piezoelectric and pyroelectric properties
• Creates a balanced solid-state energy field
• Amplifies energy of the body and thoughts and can assist in manifestation and the mental influence of matter
• Can assist with communication with plants, minerals, animals and intelligence outside of the physical dimension
• Can produce altered states and enhance psychic abilities
• Used for clarity, calmness, patience, and perseverance
• Used for restful sleep
• If used in greed, will invite negativity into your life
• Clears and activate energy centers of the body
• Cleanses the physical, mental, and spiritual bodies
• Heals negativity associated with perspectives and judgments
• Used for healing, meditation, and spiritual development in many cultures worldwide
• Ancient priests would use it to destroy black magic and High Priests would have it in their breastplates
• Chakra Association: All, but especially, the Crown, 3rd Eye, Heart
• Astrological Association: All
• Numerical Vibration: 4
Chemical Composition:
• Silicon Dioxide- SiO2
This sugar quartz sphere is a WYSIWYG.
For those who are unfamiliar with WYSIWYG, it means: What You See Is What You Get. Pieces identified as WYSIWYGs are not a random pull of stones that are similar to the one(s) pictured. Instead, you receive the actual piece that is pictured.
Please Note:
- Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
- The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences.
- Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
- Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.
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