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Snow Quartz

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Snow Quartz

Also known as: Milky quartz

Soft white quartz clouded by countless tiny bubbles – the gentle, calming form of quartz.

  • ColourWhite, Milky
  • Mineral groupQuartz
  • ChemistrySiO₂
  • Hardness (Mohs)7
  • Crystal systemTrigonal
  • Where it's foundWorldwide – Brazil, USA, India, Madagascar
  • ChakraCrown
  • ZodiacCapricorn

What is Snow Quartz?

Snow quartz, or milky quartz, is the most common form of quartz. Its white colour comes from countless tiny fluid inclusions – microscopic bubbles of liquid and gas trapped as the crystal grew – which scatter light.

Snow Quartz astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsCapricorn
  • Ruling planetMoon
  • ElementWater
  • Birthstone month—

Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.

Snow Quartz meaning & traditional properties

Snow quartz is associated with calm, purity and gentle clarity in crystal traditions.

  • Calm
  • Purity
  • Clarity

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Snow Quartz

  • Keep a snow quartz palm stone for quiet moments.

How to care for Snow Quartz

Hard and durable. Clean with warm soapy water.

Shop Snow Quartz

Hand-picked snow quartz crystals and jewellery from our Paralimni workshop.

Rituals & pairings

Pair Snow Quartz with a calm & sleep ritual

An evening wind-down ritual to slow the mind before rest.

Traditionally paired with: Lavender or chamomile incense · Sandalwood or Nag Champa · A soft lavender or white candle

  • Dim the lights and light a lavender or chamomile candle.
  • Light sandalwood or lavender incense and take five slow breaths.
  • Hold your crystal in your palm while you let the day go, then place it on your bedside table.
  • Blow out the candle before you sleep.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Snow Quartz jewellery & pendulums

    Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.

    Snow Quartz FAQs

    Why is snow quartz white?

    Tiny fluid inclusions scatter light, making it milky.

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