Smoky quartz jewelry
Do you see smoky quartz in your future?
Smoky quartz is a glamorous member of the quartz family. Polished quartz produces those crystal balls that see the future, and for centuries people have sworn that quartz promotes serenity and good health. (Try on that smoky quartz ring. You feel serene already, don’t you?)
Today, smoky quartz is enjoying popularity in the fashion world. The deep color makes it a natural fit with a range of colors, and it’s often worn in large, dramatic pieces that make a real style statement. We love it with white or yellow gold, and it looks especially glamorous when it’s paired with sparkling accent diamonds.
Color and pedigree
Smoky quartz ranges from light to dark brown, occasionally almost black.
It’s sometimes called "smoky topaz," but it’s not actually a topaz at all. Smoky quartz is often heated or irradiated to change its color. It’s mined around the world, with large producers in the U.S., Mexico and Brazil.
Taking it home
Smoky quartz jewelry wears well, so you can feel comfortable wearing it often as a fashion accessory. It rates 7 on the Mohs Hardness Scale (diamonds, the hardest gem, are a 10), and has good resistance to chipping and breaking. Clean smoky quartz jewelry with mild soapy detergent and water or liquid jewelry cleaner. Ultrasonic cleaners are usually safe, too.
When smoky quartz is a great choiceSmoky quartz jewelry is unusual but inexpensive, a combination you don’t see every day. It looks great with earth tones, autumn shades or any dark colors. This is a sturdy, almost neutral-colored gem that’s easy to wear day in, day out — and it happens to be very fashionable. Shop our smoky quartz collection to see the latest styles. | |
