{"product_id":"fire-quartz-rough-small","title":"Fire Quartz Rough (Small)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFire Quartz is a natural variety of clear quartz intergrown with hematite inclusions\u003c\/strong\u003e, traditionally associated with vitality and creative fire. This small rough piece is unpolished, letting the raw crystal structure and its fiery red-to-golden streaks show through exactly as they formed underground. Because it is uncut, size, shape, and the density of hematite markings vary from piece to piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFire Quartz (hematoid quartz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuartz (SiO₂) with hematite (Fe₂O₃) inclusions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (Mohs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 (quartz); hematite inclusions are softer, around 5.5–6.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear to smoky quartz with red, orange, or golden hematite streaks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChakra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSacral \u0026amp; Root\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditionally used for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitality, motivation, and creative energy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \/ Water-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrief rinse only — pat dry promptly (see Care below)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeaning \u0026amp; history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuartz is one of the most abundant minerals on earth, and when it forms alongside iron-rich hematite, the result is this warm, fiery banding running through an otherwise clear or smoky stone. In crystal tradition, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/quartz\"\u003equartz\u003c\/a\u003e is considered an amplifying stone, and the hematite content is associated with grounded, energizing warmth — a combination many people link to vitality and getting unstuck. Because each piece is natural \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rough\"\u003erough\u003c\/a\u003e, no two are alike; keep a piece nearby for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/energy-vitality\"\u003eenergy and vitality\u003c\/a\u003e or as a simple collector specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold the rough piece during meditation, set it on a desk or altar as a focal point, tuck it into a pocket, or add it to a crystal grid. Its unpolished form also makes it a good hands-on piece for people who like to feel natural crystal texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; cleansing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the hematite content, avoid soaking this stone or leaving it wet for long periods — prolonged water exposure can cause iron-bearing inclusions to oxidize (rust) over time. A quick rinse and immediate drying with a soft cloth is fine; skip salt and harsh chemicals. This is a decorative\/symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Fire Quartz, and what is it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFire Quartz is natural clear or smoky quartz with hematite inclusions running through it. In crystal tradition it's associated with vitality and creative energy — it's a decorative and symbolic stone, not a health product or medical device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Fire Quartz water-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA quick rinse is fine, but don't soak it. The hematite inclusions can oxidize (rust) with prolonged water exposure, so dry it promptly after any contact with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep it in sunlight, or wear it daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a rough display piece rather than jewelry, so daily wear isn't a concern. Sunlight won't damage it, though very strong heat is best avoided long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I cleanse and charge it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA quick rinse and pat-dry, a smoke cleanse, or resting it near (not on) a selenite piece overnight are all common methods. Avoid saltwater soaking because of the hematite content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I tell it's a genuine natural stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLook for the raw, unpolished surface and irregular hematite banding — natural inclusions vary in width and intensity from piece to piece, which is a good sign of authenticity rather than a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Fire Quartz pair well with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany people pair it with grounding stones like smoky quartz or with other energizing pieces for a balance of steady and vibrant energy — pairing is a matter of personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is Fire Quartz, and what is it for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Fire Quartz is natural clear or smoky quartz with hematite inclusions running through it. 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