{"product_id":"aura-quartz-point-cluster-blue","title":"Aura Quartz Point Cluster - Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dazzling \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Aura Quartz point cluster\u003c\/strong\u003e — a natural quartz crystal cluster treated with a permanent metallic coating to produce its striking iridescent blue sheen. Visually spectacular and energetically vibrant, these pieces make a stunning display centrepiece, altar stone, or gift for crystal lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Aura Quartz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAura Quartz is created through a process called \u003cstrong\u003evapour deposition\u003c\/strong\u003e, in which natural quartz crystals are placed in a vacuum chamber and bonded at the atomic level with vaporised precious or semi-precious metals. The result is a permanent, iridescent metallic coating that cannot be scratched or washed off. Blue Aura Quartz typically involves bonding with gold, platinum, or a combination of metals to produce its characteristic blue-to-teal iridescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base crystal is always \u003cstrong\u003enatural quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e — the colour and iridescence are the result of the metallic treatment, not a natural occurrence. This is a widely accepted and popular enhancement in the crystal world, and the resulting pieces are genuinely beautiful and energetically active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Properties (base crystal):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase mineral: Natural Quartz (SiO₂)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 7 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal system: Trigonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLustre: Vitreous (base) with iridescent metallic surface coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoating: Permanent vapour-deposited metal bonding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn crystal healing traditions, Blue Aura Quartz is associated with calm, communication, spiritual awareness, and the throat and third eye chakras. It combines the amplifying Master Healer energy of Clear Quartz with the serene, expansive qualities of blue — making it a popular choice for meditation, energy work, and creating a peaceful atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal: Natural Quartz with blue metallic aura treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: Point cluster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Blue iridescent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: Display, altar, meditation, energy work, gifting, crystal collecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs natural quartz clusters, size, point formation, and exact iridescence vary between pieces. Each cluster is unique.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54593755480397,"sku":"RDFFH","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0120\/7117\/files\/Aura_Quartz_Clusters_Blue_1_RDFFH.jpg?v=1787833179","url":"https:\/\/www.rockandfossilshop.co.uk\/products\/aura-quartz-point-cluster-blue","provider":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}