Lavender Moon Quartz is the trade name the lavender colored, milky and translucent variety of Quartz. The lavender color is due to trace inclusions of aluminum, calcium, iron and manganese. Its milky and opalescent appearance is due to microscopic air and water bubbles trapped within the Quartz. This optical phenomena is known as the girasol effect, caused by light scattering off microscopic inclusions inside. It appears like the stone is almost glowing from within in hues of blue, yellow, pink, purple or white. The word "girasol" is derived from the Italian world "girasole" meaning "turn towards the Sun". It originated in Venice during the Renaissance to describe a milky blue glass. Moon Quartz can also be treated where a natural Clear Quartz or Amethyst is heated to produce this opalescent effect.

Lavender Moon Quartz is an enchanting gem of angelic connection, peace and emotional healing. Its beloved by healers and crystal collectors for its pround ability to calm the mind and soothe the spirit. Lavender Moon Quartz has a gentle vibration that creates a protective shield against negative energies, allowing you to find your center and experience emotional balance. When used in meditation or to soothe during stressful times, Lavender Moon Quartz calms anxiety or an overactive mind, restoring harmony. It encourages a state of mindfulness, helping to quiet racing thoughts and fostering a deep connection with your inner self.

Lavender Moon Quartz is a powerful ally on your spiritual awakening journey. Its energy helps to open and balance the Crown Chakra, facilitating a deeper connection to the universe and the divine. This enchanting gem encourages spiritual exploration, allowing you to embrace your spirituality with confidence and openness. Lavender Moon Quartz brings a heightened awareness and connection to higher realms. This higher level of awareness promotes spiritual messages, transformation and a greater understanding of your purpose in life.

Lavender Moon Quartz has a healing and nurturing effect for relationships. Its calming energy encourages open communication, understanding, and empathy. When placed in a shared space, it can create a harmonious atmosphere, allowing for deeper connections between loved ones. In healing relationships, Lavender Moon Quartz helps to dissolve misunderstandings and promote forgiveness. It encourages us to approach conflicts with compassion and a desire for resolution. Lavender Moon Quartz is a powerful tool for enhancing emotional bonds and fostering healthy relationships.

Hardness: 7

Color: Lavender-pink with girasol luminence

Structure: Triagonal/Rhombohedral

Care: Remove before contact sports, weight lifting or activities where it may come into contact with force. As always, it should be stored away from minerals higher on the MOHs scale.

Cleaning: Warm water, mild soap, and soft cloth.

Feng Shui Placement: Lavender Moon Quartz is great to keep in the bedroom to promote peaceful sleep, harmony and dream recall.