Bead, quartz crystal and smoky quartz (natural / heated / irradiated), 2mm faceted round with set pattern and 0.4-0.6mm hole, B+ grade, Mohs hardness 7. Sold per 13-inch strand.

Quartz crystal, also called clear crystal, was thought by the Greeks to be ice that was eternally frozen and called it krystallos. In the metaphysical realm, quartz crystal is believed to be the "master healer" as it opens the mind and heart while boosting energy and thought. Smoky quartz, also known incorrectly as smoky topaz, smoky quartz has been a beloved gemstone in jewelry for centuries. This durable stone can range in color from brown to black and sometimes smoky-grey color. Smoky quartz is prized for its perceived ability to ward off stress while promoting tolerance and resolve in difficult situations. Beads are machine-cut then hand-polished.