Physical Characteristics: A type of quartz closely related to Rose Quartz. Color derives from Manganese and Titanium. A silicon dioxide crystal. Hardness of 7. The quartz family (silicates) is quite large, and varieties are found all over the world. Quartz is piezoelectric--when pressure is applied it produces electromagnetic energy, and when electrical current is applied the crystal will oscillate. Quartz crystals have been harnessed in everyday items such as watches and cellular phones.
Metaphysical Properties: As well as the other quartz properties, lavender quartz assists in opening the third eye and awakening intuition and understanding, especially in respect to instincts and reactions.
