Smokey Quartz

Colour: Light brown to rich cognac brown

Name derivation: Derived from its appearance – Smokey-brown

Symbolism: Earthy, solid

Gemstone family: Quartz

Birthstone: January (Alternative)

Hardness: Moh’s Scale 7.0 (hard)

Geography: Asia, Africa, Europe

Cleaning procedure: Clean using warm soapy water. Avoid prolonged exposure to bright light. Must not be cleaned ultrasonically or by steam cleaning

Value factors: Intensity of colour; Brilliance and “life” of stone; Size of stone