Weight – (without base) 7.11 oz’s – 202 gm’s
Dimensions – (without base) 3.07″ x 2.72″ long/wide (7.8 x 6.9 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Brazil
Smoky Elestial Tabular Scepter Skeletal Quartz Crystal
USD $86.00
SKU: E463
This Brazilian Smoky Quartz Crystal has incredible Tabular Elestial Scepter form, shiny luster and great Smoky color!! The removable base comes with the crystal! This crystal is in excellent condition.
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Smoky Quartz Origins & Background
Smoky Quartz is one of the most practical, grounding, and widely used Quartz varieties and is often considered a default crystal in healing layouts. Its naturally smoky coloration ranges from light translucent brown through to deep smoky grey and near-black tones.
Smoky Quartz forms when Clear Quartz is exposed to natural radiation within the Earth over long periods, causing aluminum impurities in the crystal lattice to change the way light is absorbed. This process is entirely natural and produces a grounding, stabilizing crystal with remarkable resilience.
Morion Crystals are a very dark to opaque, nearly black variety of smoky quartz, a brownish-to-black form of quartz crystal colored by natural radiation – it must still be translucent to be termed a “Morion”.
Smoky Quartz may occur as single points, clusters (rare), Elestial formations, Phantoms, and on very rare occasions Cathedral formations. It can also combine naturally with other Quartz varieties such as Amethyst and Citrine, creating powerful hybrid crystals.
Smoky Quartz Geological Information
Smoky Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) and crystallizes in the trigonal crystal system, like all Quartz. Its coloration is caused by natural ionizing radiation acting on trace aluminum within the crystal structure.
True Smoky Quartz remains at least partially translucent. Completely opaque specimens are extremely rare and should be treated with caution, as much material on the market is artificially heat-treated Clear Quartz.
Common Geological Forms
- Single terminated points
- Elestial and skeletal forms
- Phantom inclusions
- Rare clusters and Cathedral formations
Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Smoky variety) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Translucent to transparent |
| Defining Feature | Natural radiation-induced coloration |
Important Trade Note
A significant amount of Smoky Quartz on the market is artificially heated Clear Quartz. Majestic Quartz goes to great lengths to only natural Smoky Quartz.
Smoky Quartz Crystal Care & Ownership Advice
⚠️ Handling:
Smoky Quartz is durable and well suited for frequent handling and healing work.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking if inclusions or fractures are present. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Prolonged intense sunlight may gradually fade color in some specimens.
📦 Storage & Display:
Smoky Quartz performs best when actively used rather than stored away. Ideal for daily grounding and protection.
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Tabular Quartz Origins & Background
Tabular Quartz crystals—often affectionately called “Tabbies”—are distinguished by their flat, plate-like form, where one or more faces are significantly wider than the crystal is thick. This growth habit creates a natural bridge-like geometry that has long been associated with communication, connection, and integration.
Tabular Quartz occurs in various Quartz varieties and may be found as single plates, twins, or stacked formations. Because their formation requires very stable growth conditions, well-formed Tabular Quartz crystals are less common than standard points.
These crystals are widely regarded as cooperative and people-oriented stones, excelling in situations where clarity, understanding, and harmony are needed.
Tabular Quartz Geological Information
Tabular Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) and crystallizes in the trigonal crystal system. The tabular habit forms when crystal growth favors lateral expansion along one crystallographic plane, resulting in broad, flat faces.
This growth style reflects long-term stability in the mineralizing environment, allowing the crystal to expand evenly rather than elongate rapidly.
Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Tabular growth habit) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Defining Feature | Wide, flat crystal faces |
Structural Significance
The flat geometry of Tabular Quartz naturally lends itself to interaction, transfer, and balance—qualities that strongly influence how these crystals are traditionally worked with.
Tabular Quartz Crystal Care & Ownership Advice
⚠️ Handling:
Handle by supporting the crystal evenly across its surface. Avoid pressure on thin edges.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking if fractures are present. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Light-stable and suitable for display.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store flat or well-supported to avoid stress on thin sections. Tabular Quartz enjoys being accessible for regular use.
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Skeletal Quartz Origins & Interesting Facts
Skeletal Quartz refers to Quartz crystals that have grown in a layered, framework-like structure rather than forming solid, fully infilled faces. This growth habit is the result of fluctuating environmental conditions during crystal formation, particularly changes in temperature, pressure, and mineral saturation.
These crystals are found in many Quartz-producing regions around the world, including Brazil, the Himalayas, the Alps, Arkansas, Madagascar, and parts of Africa. Skeletal growth can occur in Clear Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Amethyst, Citrine, and other Quartz varieties.
A key point of distinction is that while many Elestial Quartz crystals are skeletal in nature, not all Skeletal Quartz qualifies as Elestial. Elestial Quartz refers to a specific evolutionary growth pattern often associated with advanced, multi-terminated or etched forms, whereas skeletal growth can occur in many unrelated Quartz habits.
Skeletal Quartz crystals often display visible internal architecture, stepped growth layers, hollow sections, or partially formed faces. These features make each specimen visually unique and highly sought after by collectors who appreciate complex crystal growth habits.
From a metaphysical perspective, Skeletal Quartz is associated with understanding processes, layers of awareness, and incremental revelation rather than instant insight.
Skeletal Quartz Geological Information
Skeletal Quartz forms when crystal growth occurs faster at the edges and corners than in the central portions of the crystal faces. This results in hollowed sections, stepped layers, and a framework-like appearance.
These conditions typically arise when:
- Silica-rich fluids fluctuate rapidly in concentration
- Crystal growth is interrupted and resumes repeatedly
- Environmental chemistry changes during formation
Because of this interrupted growth, Skeletal Quartz often traps other materials between its layers. These may include:
- Other minerals such as Chlorite, Hematite, or Calcite
- Gas or liquid inclusions
- Water inclusions, forming Enhydro Quartz
These trapped layers provide valuable geological records of the crystal’s growth environment over time.
Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Skeletal Growth Habit) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Common Associations | Elestial Quartz, Enhydro Quartz, Included Quartz |
Skeletal Quartz Crystal Care & Handling
⚠️ Handling:
Due to hollow sections and delicate skeletal structures, handle with care. Avoid pressure on thin edges or protruding layers.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing, but avoid prolonged soaking—especially for Enhydro specimens or crystals with inclusions.
☀️ Light:
Safe for normal display lighting. Avoid extreme heat or prolonged direct sunlight for included varieties.
📦 Storage:
Store separately from heavier or harder crystals to prevent chipping or abrasion.
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Scepter Quartz Origins & Background
Scepter Quartz is one of the most visually dramatic and symbolically potent growth forms in the Quartz world. These crystals form when a Quartz point grows, pauses or changes conditions, and then later continues growth with a larger “crown” crystal that develops on top of the earlier stem. The result is a crystal that resembles a scepter — a stem with a commanding head.
Because of this crown-over-stem structure, Scepter Quartz has long been regarded as a crystal of power, authority, and directed purpose. It carries the feeling of energy flowing toward the heart (center) of things — the essential truth beneath surface complexity.
Scepter Quartz occurs in many Quartz varieties including Clear Quartz, Smoky Quartz, and Amethyst. Some scepters are subtle and elegant; others are bold and unmistakable, with thick crowns and strong structural contrast.
Scepter Quartz Geological Information
Scepter Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) and crystallizes in the trigonal system like all Quartz. What defines a scepter is its two-stage growth history.
A scepter forms when a crystal grows normally as a point (the stem), then experiences a change in conditions — such as shifts in temperature, chemistry, or available growth space. Later, growth resumes, but the new growth develops wider than the earlier stem, producing a larger termination (the crown).
Common Scepter Growth Styles
- Classic Scepter: a large crown sitting atop a narrower stem
- Reverse Scepter: the “crown” appears below a narrower upper section
- Multiple Scepter: more than one crown formed in sequential growth cycles
- Elestial or etched scepters: crowns may show complex etching and layered growth
Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Scepter growth habit) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Defining Feature | Widened crown from a second growth phase |
Scepter Quartz Crystal Care & Ownership Advice
⚠️ Handling:
Scepters often have a structural “neck” where stem meets crown. Always lift from the base or thickest portion and avoid twisting pressure.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking if fractures, internal veils, or delicate surface etching are present.
☀️ Light:
Clear scepters are generally light-stable. Smoky and Amethyst scepters should be protected from prolonged intense sunlight.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store cushioned and separated from other specimens. Display securely to avoid falls — crowns chip easily if dropped.
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Elestial Quartz Origins & Background
Elestial Quartz—sometimes referred to as Elestial Crystals—are among the most complex and information-rich Quartz formations known. While Elestials have been found in several countries including India, Australia, Africa, and the United States, the most significant and consistent source is Brazil, specifically the state of Minas Gerais.
Minas Gerais is an immense and intricate mining region, consisting of thousands of small, often hand-worked mines spread across a wide area. Within this region, true Elestial Quartz originates from a remarkably localized source—essentially a single large hill. Elestials occur in small to medium-sized pockets, and each pocket produces crystals with unmistakable family traits.
One of the most fascinating aspects of Elestial Quartz is that even when two pockets are found only feet apart, the crystals from each pocket will often display distinctly different growth signatures, surface features, and internal character. This phenomenon highlights the extraordinary adaptability of Elestial Quartz as it responds to subtle variations in geological and energetic conditions during formation.
This extreme variability is a defining hallmark of Elestials and contributes greatly to their reputation as crystals of adaptability, integration, and multidimensional awareness.
Elestial Quartz Geological Information
Elestial Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) and crystallizes in the trigonal crystal system, like all Quartz. What distinguishes Elestials is not chemistry, but an exceptionally complex growth process involving repeated phases of expansion, contraction, dissolution, and regrowth.
Elestial crystals commonly exhibit:
- Skeletal or layered growth (onion-like structure)
- Deep etching and terracing
- Multiple terminations and recessed faces
- Internal veils, windows, and cavities
Many Elestials grow in skeletal form, meaning the crystal develops in layers rather than completing each growth phase uniformly. In some specimens, outer layers fully enclose earlier stages, allowing the observer to gaze through successive layers from the outside inward. In others, the layers remain incomplete, creating stepped surfaces that can be both seen and felt.
Some Elestial Quartz crystals also contain moving water bubbles, known as Enhydro Crystals. These trapped ancient fluids are geological records of the environment at the time of formation.
Etching is common, though not universal, in Elestial Quartz. These etched patterns often resemble complex symbols or glyph-like markings created by selective dissolution during growth pauses.
Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Elestial formation) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous to matte (etched areas) |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Common Features | Skeletal growth, etching, internal chambers |
Elestial Quartz Crystal Care & Ownership Advice
⚠️ Handling:
Elestial Quartz often features deep etching, layered growth, and delicate recesses. Handle gently and avoid impacts, especially on stepped or skeletal areas.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking, ultrasonic cleaners, or chemical agents, which may lodge in etched surfaces. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Light-stable under normal conditions. Specimens with enhydros should be protected from extreme temperature changes.
📦 Storage & Display:
Display securely where airflow and vibration are minimal. Store padded and separate from other crystals to protect intricate surfaces.
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