Strawberry quartz
The stone of love and joy
Clear quartz with red flecks reminiscent of strawberries; loved in tradition as a stone of love, joy and tenderness.
Strawberry quartz is clear quartz with red flakes and flecks of iron oxides, mostly hematite and sometimes goethite or lepidocrocite, which give it a pinkish, strawberry tone. Good material has recently come from Kazakhstan and Russia, and also from Brazil, Mexico and South Africa. Be aware that many beads sold under this name are reddish glass, so it is worth asking about the source. Real stone feels heavier, and its inclusions are irregular.
General information
- Name
- Quartz with hematite inclusions
- Mineral group
- Quartz
- Chemical formula
- SiO₂
- Colours
- Clear to pinkish or orange-tinged, with red flecks and flakes
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 7
- Specific gravity
- 2.65
Zodiac signs
- Taurus
Traditional meaning
- Love: Traditionally stirs warmth and tenderness, and is linked to the heart chakra.
- Joy: Traditionally adds lightness and optimism.
- Self-worth: Traditionally a reminder to be kind to yourself.
- Creativity: Traditionally inspires imagination.
- Connection: Traditionally strengthens bonds between people.
Care
Fairly hard and durable: lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft brush. Keep it from strong heat, sudden temperature changes and harsh cleaners, which can harm the inclusions. Store it apart from harder stones.
Meanings, zodiac signs and elements come from various traditions. They are not scientific or medical information and differ between sources.