Natural Stone

Smoky Quartz

Color
Brown
About the stone

Smoky Quartz has a brownish, gray, or blackish hue, forming under specific conditions of natural radiation. Its mysterious appearance makes it popular in various jewelry styles.

The hardness is the same as other types of quartz, so moderate care and avoiding strong impacts will preserve its beauty over time.

Characteristics

What you need to know.

Color · name
Brown
#66594d
Care profile
Moderate
See the full care profile in the section below.
Care for Smoky Quartz

How to care for it.

Care profile
Moderate
Care level
Cleaning
  • Warm water with soap or a gentle professional jewelry solution.
  • Avoid ultrasonic cleaners if the stone is not clearly compatible (e.g., some amethysts or topazes may be affected).
  • Avoid steam cleaning unless specifically safe for that stone.
Exposure precautions
  • Remove jewelry before intense physical activities or entering chlorinated pools.
  • Avoid contact with strong chemicals (chlorine, ammonia).
  • Some stones may lose color with prolonged sun exposure; store them properly.
Storage
  • Store in soft pouches or separate compartments to prevent scratches.
  • If the metal oxidizes easily (like some silver alloys), consider anti-tarnish strips.
  • Avoid areas with high humidity (bathrooms, saunas).

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