Rutile quartz: properties and benefits

Renowned for its unique rutile inclusions that vary from gold to silver, this natural stone offers a fascinating visual spectacle. It's the ideal stone for creating handmade jewelry, bringing natural elegance and unrivalled charm. Let our natural stone jewelry tutorials guide you in creating extraordinary jewelry with our rutilated quartz beads and components!

Where does the name rutilated quartz stone come from?

German geologist Abraham Gottlob Werner gave it its name, based on the Latin "rutilus", meaning "red", because some specimens have intense red inclusions.
This fine stone (previously known as semi-precious stone) is also known as"Angel's Hair","Venus's Hair", "Hair Stone","Needle Stone" or "Arrow of Love".

History of rutilated quartz

Throughout history, rutilated quartz has been valued for its beauty and alleged metaphysical virtues. Already in Antiquity, it was used to make jewelry, and also as an ornamental or decorativestone.
In some beliefs, the golden inclusions were thought to be pieces of sunlight trapped within the stone.
In ancient cultures, it was often associated with wisdom and clairvoyance. Legends have it that warriors wore it as an amulet to protect themselves in battle, and travelers to guide them on long journeys.

In the 19th century, it was used to make magnificent jewelry.

What color is rutilated quartz?

The bottom of the quartz itself is generally transparentor slightly smoky, with rutile inclusions. This transparency allows the inclusions to stand out visually, creating an effect of depth and dimension. The fine, luminous rutile needles can create star patterns, intricate networks or simple filaments, offering a range of colors from brilliant gold to deep black:

• Golden or Yellow-Gold Inclusions : This is the most common color for rutile inclusions. These golden or yellow-gold filaments create a striking visual effect against the transparent or slightly smoky background of the quartz.
• Silver Inclusions : Less common than gold, silver inclusions offer striking contrast and a unique metallic sheen within the quartz.
• Red or copper inclusions : These inclusions are due to the presence of iron oxide and impart a reddish or copper hue to the rutile filaments.
• Black inclusions : Although less common, some pieces of rutile quartz feature black inclusions, giving the stone a darker, more mysterious appearance.

These unique inclusions give each stone a captivating appearance. They add not only beauty, but also character to the stone.

What are the properties of rutilated quartz?

Likeamethyst, rock crystal and citrine, this natural stone is a member of the Quartz family. It has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, making it resistant enough for jewelry. Its density is 2.65g/cm³.

Where is rutile quartz found?

Rutile quartz deposits are found mainly in Brazil, but also in Australia, Spain, Kazakhstan, Norway and the United States.

What are the virtues of rutile quartz?

Rutile quartz in lithotherapy is a stone reputed to stimulate creativity, strengthen willpower and help overcome emotional challenges. It is often used for its positive energy and to promote mental clarity.
It is considered a positive, feel-good stone. It is said to ward off negative vibes and protect wearers from the evil eye.
It is also a useful stone for meditation.

Rutile quartz is associated with the solar plexus and heartchakras. Linked to the solar plexus chakra, it provides a feeling of relaxation. Worked with the heart chakra, it helps develop empathy, solidarity and compassion.

It's the gemstone of Gemini, Leo and Virgo.

Please note: our gemstones are not sold for lithotherapy. The effects of stones have not been scientifically proven. Natural stones are no substitute for medical expertise or treatment.

How do I recharge rutilated quartz?

In lithotherapy, it is essential to regularly cleanse and recharge natural stones, so that they regain all their benefits.
To purify your rutilated quartz, simply immerse it for a few hours in a container of clear water, or fumigate it with white sage.
Finally, to recharge it, we recommendexposing it fora few hours to natural sunlight.

How to wear rutilated quartz

Its unique appearance is enhanced by 925 sterling silver or stainless steel jewelry primers. Gold-plated and gold-filled give it a bold, elegant and sophisticated look.

Which stone to combine with rutilated quartz? In lithotherapy, rutilated quartz is combined with other stones to amplify or complement its properties.

• With citrine to reinforce its properties of abundance and positive energy
• Withamethyst to promote mental clarity and serenity, aiding concentration and meditation.
• With rock crystal to reinforce its benefits.
• With lapis lazuli for self-expression and intuition.
• Withtiger's eye to help balance energies and strengthen determination.

Which stone not to combine with rutilated quartz? Certain stone combinations can create discordant or unbalanced energies. This is why lithotherapists advise against combining rutilated quartz with high-energy stones such asobsidian or black tourmaline, or with stones with opposing energies such as moonstone.