This is a natural CINNABAR specimen, in/on Quartz matrix. Shown next to a US quarter coin for size comparison. The deep red Cinnabar crystals sit in/on a matrix of sparkly white Quartz crystals. Almost like they are nestled in the snow. You can see from the rich red coloring why Cinnabar was sometimes called "dragon's blood" in days gone by. Much nicer 'in person' than the photos can show.
This specimen has been left natural, not polished or altered in any way. ALL inclusions present come from 100% natural formations in the stone.
It weighs about 2.9oz and measures approx. 2 1/2" inches long X 2 1/8" inches wide at the widest point X 7/8" inch tall/thick at the tallest point. CodeC3
Cinnabar is used to help us increase overall vitality. It is a high energy stone, that some may experience as forceful. It is excellent for those who need to be more assertive in their daily life.
In Crystal Healing, it is used for general health and combating fatigue.
It is associated with the Root Chakra.
Quartz is often said to be the crystal or "stone" that everyone needs to start with. Quartz is the most recognized type of crystal and is what many people think of when they hear the word crystal - although there are many, many different types of crystals in all kinds of stones.
Quartz can be as clear as ice (ancients called quartz ‘Holy Ice’ and thought that it came from the heavens) or milky white.
It can have inclusions, veils, bubbles, unusual formations, etc.
Clarity is not important for a quartz crystals energetic quality and in fact, inclusions and impurities can make the crystal more energetic and increase its ability to amplify subtle energies. Without a few 'imperfections, the energy is often not as intense.
Lab crystals are grown with impurities on purpose and depending on the type and placement, will change the frequency that the crystal oscillates at.
Depending on the individual crystal, Quartz has the potential to store energy, amplify it, focus it, transmit it, transform it, balance it, absorb it.
Various types and formations are better for some things than others.
Quartz in any form is a powerful stone.
Quartz has long been used to direct and amplify thoughts and intentions. This is because thoughts are a form of subtle energy and thought are associated with emotions. Emotions can shape intentions and ones intentions will shape and effect subtle energies.
Because of this, it is useful for healing work, meditation, divination, protection, and manifesting and channeling. Many Indigenous healers and Crystal Healers use Quartz to perceive and communicate with other worlds, for dream work, scrying or crystal gazing, perceiving spirits and for channeling. Quartz may be used to dispel and clear negative energies.
Quartz may be held directly on the third eye to increase the clarity of a psychic vision.
Quartz is thought to store information of all types and make it available again for retrieval. The idea behind this is that information is just another form of an energy pattern.
Clear quartz is associated with the Throat, Third Eye and Crown Chakras, but in the hands of someone skilled and focused, may also be used to energize all of the Chakras.
In Crystal Healing, Quartz is said to be effective for chronic fatigue, arthritis, depression, bone ailments and gastrointestinal troubles. It is also used to improve mental and physical stamina.
Quartz is not associated with any one Chakra; it can be used with any.
Native legends speak of crystal skulls as an inheritance from ancient times. Said to “talk and sing” they are believed to carry messages for all mankind, including what may be discovered when we overcome our fear of death.
