Rutilated Quartz and Tourmalinated Quartz Pendant

This 50 x 32 mm pendant is crafted from high-purity 950 silver and features polished cabochon stones: a 20 x 15 mm tourmalinated quartz and a 10 mm rutilated quartz. The pendant is composed of both stones set in silver cases with silver filigree and trim that decorate and enhance the piece.

Rutilated Quartz:

Rutilated quartz is simply quartz whose interior has been "pierced" by inclusions of rutile, a needle-like mineral ranging in color from brown to reddish, composed of titanium oxide. These needles appear within the quartz as a luminous, bright golden color. It was once considered to represent sunlight captured by the stone and was believed to bring light to those experiencing gloomy moods.

Origin: Brazil.

Properties: Instills hope, openness, independence, and spiritual greatness.

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Tourmalinated Quartz:

According to Celtic oral tradition, quartz crystals were believed to be the fangs of dragons and therefore guardians of ancestral wisdom, the rhythms of nature, and environmental richness. Nero had two cups carved from quartz to drink from on celebratory occasions, as he believed it was a symbol of divine favor. Pliny supported the idea that quartz was a frozen chemical and that it came from the coldest regions of the Alps.

The greatest admirer of tourmalines was Empress Dowager Cixi, who ruled China from 1860 to 1908. She used the stone in carvings, on watch chain clasps, and on the buttons of jackets worn by the Imperial Court and other important figures. The Empress now rests on a tourmaline cushion.

Origin: Brazil

Properties: Quartz with tourmaline combines the energetic properties of quartz and the protective properties of tourmaline, releases tension, harmonizes disparate and opposing elements, turns negative thoughts into positive ones, and helps resolve personal battles and conflicts.

Sign: Cancer, Libra.