North Iceland has notable geothermal regions in and around Lake Mývatn, the most dramatic being Hverir Geothermal Area. The landscape is marked with mudpots, steam vents and fumaroles (an opening in the planet’s crust) that pump steam in heavy, warm clouds of gas from the earth. Here, the colors range from light gray to muddy beige with a backdrop of smokey brown-gray steam.

This surreal landscape is embodied in the Smokey Quartz clusters of the SIGIL Iceland Collection. The beautiful clusters each have their own characteristics, from double terminations to small twins partially emerged from the primary piece.

Smokey quartz is associated with grounding and protection properties, including the neutralization of negative energies and detoxification.

The SIGIL Hverir Smokey Quartz # 1 has a long body with a dramatic cluster of clear to smokey small crystals at the base that extends into the center of the primary crystal piece, and a beautiful, unique ombre effect. The piece extends in a slender, single terminating point. The color transitions from dark brown to nearly clear at the base.

Measurements:

2 3/4" long from top of ring to bottom of stone x 5/8”

Cord hangs 16 1/2" from top of ring to knot. May be easily shortened by retying knot and snipping off excess cord.

All pieces have a reassuring weight to them. Not recommended for children. Avoidance of dropping is recommended.

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