Blue Quartz
About Blue Quartz
Blue Quartz is a calming variety of quartz displaying soft blue hues, often colored by inclusions of blue minerals like dumortierite or tourmaline. This peaceful stone combines quartz's amplifying properties with the soothing energy of blue, making it a powerful ally for communication, emotional healing, and spiritual clarity.
Crystal Properties
- Mohs Hardness: 7
- Chemical Composition: SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide with blue mineral inclusions)
- Crystal System: Trigonal
- Colour: Soft blue, pale blue, blue-grey
- Chakra: Throat Chakra, Third Eye Chakra
- Element: Water, Air
Metaphysical Properties
Known as a stone of calm clarity and expression, Blue Quartz soothes anxiety while enhancing communication and mental focus. It's particularly valued for reducing stress, facilitating peaceful communication, and promoting emotional balance. Many use Blue Quartz to speak with calm confidence, quiet racing thoughts, and access spiritual guidance while maintaining emotional equilibrium and mental clarity.
How to Use Blue Quartz
Hold Blue Quartz during meditation to calm the mind and enhance clarity, place it on your throat chakra to facilitate peaceful communication, or keep it nearby during stressful times for its soothing, balancing energy. Its gentle blue vibration makes it perfect for those seeking emotional healing combined with clear expression.