Snow or sugar quartz looks like a lump of sugar. Hence the name of the mineral. In ancient times, it was considered petrified ice, crystals were used as a kind of conditioner. It really stays cool for a long time, but it heats up, keeping it warm for a long time.
Jewelers make beautiful jewelry and amulets from the mineral. In terms of strength, the stone is second only to diamonds and topaz. He is not afraid of acids, dissolving only in hydrofluoric acid.
Areas of use
The snowy variety of quartz is also used in the watchmaking, glass and optical industries. The mineral is used for cladding, for the manufacture of interior items. Flowerbeds are decorated with crumbs shimmering in the sun. There are other areas of use:
- for making shells;
- in the construction of highways;
- for telephone equipment;
- in medicine.
The ability to retain heat for a long time has provided the stone with a reputation as a quality filler for baths and saunas.
In the processed form, beads are most often made from a gem. There is a little snow inside each ball. Usually the jeweler prefers to set the jewel in silver. But white gold also blends harmoniously with the mineral. It is easy to distinguish a real stone from fakes: it does not heat up in the hands for a very long time.
Healing properties
Sugar quartz is endowed with useful and magical properties. It is recognized that the mineral endows the owner with the ability to heal quickly, eliminating negativity. In lithotherapy, crystals are used for:
- treatment of burns and wounds (concern the affected areas);
- strengthening immunity;
- getting rid of headaches;
- treatment of mental disorders and diseases of the nervous system;
- anti-aging procedures;
- treatment of eye diseases.
Snow quartz neutralizes fatigue and relieves depression. To achieve the effect of rejuvenation, the stone is placed in water in order to then wash.
Magical properties
Esotericists assure that with the help of a mineral, you can read thoughts if you look through a stone at a person.
- Heart-shaped crystals promote love.
- Amulets help you find real friends.
- As a talisman, sugar quartz adds self-confidence, reveals talents, and improves performance.
- Milkstone figurine in the house cleans the room of negative energy.
Small crosses made of crystal on beads or rosary beads protect against dark forces.
Compatibility
Astrologers are sure that the mineral is suitable for only three signs of the zodiac. With the help of a talisman, Libra representatives can make the right decision at a difficult moment. The mineral will perfectly absorb the excess energy of Scorpio, save the owner from rash actions and too violent reaction.
The Aquarius talisman will endow with great determination and stability, add confidence.
The effect will increase the constant wearing of the talisman. The impact on the rest of the signs is practically zero. Sugar crystal is contraindicated for Gemini and Virgo.
Amulets enclosed in silver are considered the most powerful. The combination of snow quartz with pink, corundum or topaz has a beneficial effect on the wearer.
