Also known as: Silica, Quartz-a, Quartz-B, Alpha-
Quartz, Conite, Cornish Diamond, Konilite, Lake County
Diamonds, Lemurian Seed Crystal, Lodolite, Low
Quartz, Mexican Diamond, Pacific Cat's Eye, Beta-
Quartz, High Quartz
Formula: SiO2
Hardness: 7
Color: Colorless, purple, rose, red, black, yellow,
brown, green, blue, orange
 
Crackle Quartz is created through processing of pure Quartz. The mineral is exposed to extremely high temperatures and then suddenly cooled. The small cracks produced in this way can be easily dyed or stained, and so commercial specimens come in many vibrant colors. The most famous crackle Quartz is dyed green or red and marketed under the name "Firestone."
 
What are the healing properties?
Activation of the crown and third eye chakras is said to occur in the presence of crackle Quartz. Using this stone as an amulet may ward off evil and negative energies and may help the possessor to remain positive. By clearing the mind, crackle Quartz might make optimism easier and allow you to be more pragmatic.
The information contained in this section is metaphysical in nature. Crystals should not be used as a replacement for medical treatment.