Candle Quartz is a typical Quartz point that possesses a waxy luster with an uneven surface. Specimens tend to have an off-white color, with side surfaces resembling dripped candle wax due to the many small terminations surrounding the main crystal point, hence the name 'Candle Quartz'. They are nearly opaque, allowing very little light to pass through, which is in contrast to the typical characteristic of other Quartz crystal points, which are usually transparent or translucent. They may have brown, red, pink, or grey markings or inclusions & are often phantom crystals with clearly defined white phantoms within. They have an excellent crystal form & shape.
Aside from all this, these crystal points are basically the same as any other quartz crystal belonging to the trigonal crystal system. They exhibit a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, making them quite resistant to damage.
Known as a 'Stone of Insight' it is said to connect the conscious mind with the subconscious, revealing hidden truths & the nature of self. Candle Quartz is considered an abundance crystal. It may assist the spiritual & energetic journeys in the pursuit of abundance into every aspect of life. Often used as a meditation crystal, Candle Quartz is a gentle crystal with high energy, said to both ground & illuminate the forward path.
