Strawberry Quartz: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

Strawberry Quartz is a natural stone belonging to the Quartz family. This stone remains fascinating despite its small documentation, due to its recent discovery. Its color is close to that of its sister, Rose Quartz, making it a more unique alternative natural stone, thanks to its more vibrant inclusions within the translucent pink stone. Strawberry Quartz is a natural stone much appreciated in lithotherapy for its soothing virtues and its beauty in the world of jewelry.

History of Strawberry Quartz

Strawberry Quartz owes its name to its strawberry-like appearance, with inclusions reminiscent of strawberry seeds. The mineral comes from the English name "strawberry quartz", which originated in South Africa for commercial purposes, as the stone does not yet have a certified name.

Unfortunately, very little is known about the history of Strawberry Quartz. It is assumed that the natural stone was first found in Mexico. Subsequently, Strawberry Quartz went on sale in the 1970s. However, there is no evidence to support these claims.

Origin and composition of Strawberry Quartz

Strawberry Quartz is one variety in the large Quartz family. This natural stone is mainly composed of silicon dioxide with the chemical formula SiO2. Inclusions of iron oxide, titanium and manganese give it its grainy appearance. Other inclusions, such as hematite and lepidocrocite, can also be found. Quartz Fraise has a specific gravity of around 2.67.

Strawberry Quartz forms mainly in veins, rock cavities and/or hydrothermal veins. These environments are conducive to quartz crystallization and generally rich in silica. Mineral inclusions give the stone its pinkish color and small grains.

Origin of Strawberry Quartz

Strawberry Quartz can be found and mined in Russia, Brazil, South Africa and Kazakhstan.

The hardness of Strawberry Quartz is 7 on the Mohs scale.

Virtues and significance of Strawberry Quartz in lithotherapy

In lithotherapy, Strawberry Quartz is a stone of balance and love.

Strawberry Quartz in lithotherapy

On a physical level, Strawberry Quartz is popular for its beneficial properties in lithotherapy. The stone promotes better regenerative sleep, thus improving the body and its immune system to enable the body to function properly and maintain good health. Strawberry Quartz is highly appreciated by athletes, as it improves blood circulation and muscle gain, while reducing muscle and back pain such as lumbar pain. But that's not all: this stone reduces weight gain and, above all, tension, while having a positive effect on the heart. Last but not least, this natural stone will stimulate the sex life to bring greater fulfillment and increase fertility in women.

On the mental level, Strawberry Quartz is a powerful stone for its effect on the emotions and the heart. In lithotherapy, it is able to soothe emotions of sadness such as anxiety, stress and depression, enveloping the user in a gentle light of serenity and love. This natural stone relaxes, soothes the mind and brings confidence, peace and optimism. What's more, it helps to clear a path through life's choices to enable success.

Please note that lithotherapy is not a substitute for medical treatment or expertise.

Significance of Strawberry Quartz

Strawberry Quartz symbolizes harmony.

The chakras most receptive to Strawberry Quartz are the heart and crown chakras. The heart chakra promotes benevolence and empathy towards others, and amplifies positive emotions such as love and/or friendship. The crown chakra opens the door between the spiritual world and the human world, creating a better bond, wisdom and faith.

Strawberry Quartz is often associated with the astrological signs Cancer, Libra and Taurus.

Strawberry Quartz care, purification and recharging

To care for your Strawberry Quartz, we suggest a few methods:

Cleaning and purifying Strawberry Quartz

It's important to clean and purify your Strawberry Quartz so that it retains its natural brilliance:

• Clean your stone with salted distilled water for a few moments, then dry with a soft cloth,

• Purify it by fumigation, placing the stone in the smoke of purifying herbs such as sage or palo santo wood,

• Bury the stone in the ground for a full day and clean off any dirt on the stone with a soft cloth.

Recharging Strawberry Quartz

Don't forget to recharge your Strawberry Quartz stone to take full advantage of its powers:

• Recharge the stone with sunlight for a few hours,

• Place a cluster of quartz next to your natural stone to recharge it.