Smokey Quartz Gemstone Guide

As the name suggests, Smokey Quartz is an enchanting smoky-hued Quartz variety that delivers a spectacular display of deep organic warmth and exceptional light performance. At Tivon, we select only the top 5% of loose natural gemstones from this grounding family to guarantee an immaculate saturation ranging from light brown to rich cognac brown tones. Named directly after its beautifully dark and misty cloud appearance, this highly robust mineral selection has been deeply revered since antiquity as an exquisite global symbol of an earthy, solid foundation and protection.

Read below to explore the famous multi-continental geography, essential care rules regarding prolonged light exposure and core value factors of this magnificent mineral variety in our comprehensive Smokey Quartz Gemstone Guide. Alternatively, explore our luxury Quartz jewellery collection to discover a breathtaking gemstone that shines with rich, smokey hues across our signature statements, including luxury Quartz rings, exquisite Quartz earrings and stunning Quartz pendants, each designed to stand as a personal family legacy.

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Smokey Quartz

About Smokey Quartz

What colour is Smokey Quartz?

Smokey Quartz comes in range of colours including light brown to rich cognac brown.

Where is the name Smokey Quartz derived from?

The name Smokey Quartz is derived from its appearance – Smokey-brown.

What is the symbolism of Smokey Quartz?

Smokey Quartz symbolises Earthy and solid.

What gemstone family does Smokey Quartz belong to?

Smokey Quartz belongs to the Quartz gemstone family.

Is Smokey Quartz a birthstone?

Yes, Smokey Quartz is the birthstone of January (Alternative).

What is the hardness of Smokey Quartz?

Smokey Quartz is 7.0 on Moh’s Scale and therefore considered hard.

Where is Smokey Quartz geographically located?

The finest Smokey Quartz come from Asia, Africa, Europe.

What is the cleaning procedure for Smokey Quartz?

Smokey Quartz can be cleaned with warm soapy water. Please avoid prolonged exposure to bright light. It must not be cleaned using steam cleaners or ultrasonic cleaners.

What are the value factors of Smokey Quartz?

The value factors of Smokey Quartz are its intensity of colour as well as its brilliance and the "life" of the stone. The size of the stone also counts as a value factor.

The Quartz Family Spectrum

Smokey Quartz belongs to the incredibly diverse macrocrystalline Quartz family, sharing the exact same resilient structural DNA while expressing a breathtaking array of natural color. Expand your gemological knowledge and discover the unique histories of its direct geological siblings.