Smokey Quartz Gemstone Guide

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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

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