HYDROTHERMAL ETCHED SMOKY QUARTZ

Detailed here is an amazing and unique hydrothermal etched quartz crystal from Brazil. These are newly found and directly imported from the mine. Hydrothermal etching occurs when formed and terminated crystals are subjected to various high temperature (and sometimes acidic) solutions. These high heat solutions will melt and etch the exterior of the crystal. Variances in temperature, duration of exposure, ratio of silica, and acidity levels will create a variety of formations and etchings on the crystals surface.

Etched stones are rarer, older, and more expensive than non-etched stones and usually come from a different part of the mine. They hold ancient wisdom. They’re also healing, deepen meditation, and encourage personal growth. Etched stones help create and maintain physical and energetic boundaries around you and shield your sacred space from unwanted energies.