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Necklace with flat stone point in a black cord net, adjustable cord
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“Golden quartz” is not the name of a mineral species: it is a trade name for quartz in shades from golden yellow to honey, translucent, with a hardness of 7 when it really is quartz.
- Colour: golden yellow to honey, translucent.
- Family and hardness: quartz (depending on the name); Mohs hardness 7 if it is quartz.
- Traditional symbolism: Warm in tone, it is traditionally associated with joy, abundance and confidence.
- Care: Lukewarm water and a soft cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, which can alter some yellow shades.
“Golden quartz” is a trade name with no mineralogical definition. It may refer to a natural yellow quartz, a heated quartz (heated amethyst turns yellow) or a treated quartz. It may have been heated or treated.
Profile: Golden quartz
| Colour | golden yellow to honey, translucent |
|---|---|
| Mineral family | quartz (depending on the name used) |
| Hardness (Mohs scale) | 7 if it is quartz |
| Contact with water | yes |
| Sun exposure | caution |
| Traditional symbolism | Warm in tone, it is traditionally associated with joy, abundance and confidence. |
| Traditional chakra | solar plexus |
| Care | Lukewarm water and a soft cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, which can alter some yellow shades. |
| Good to know | “Golden quartz” is a trade name with no mineralogical definition. It can refer to a natural yellow quartz, a heated quartz (heated amethyst turns yellow) or a treated quartz. It may have been heated or treated. |
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The meanings given are traditions and symbolism, presented for their cultural and personal interest. They are not promises of results and do not replace the advice of a health professional.