Tangerine Quartz

Also called Strawberry Quartz or Red Quartz

Tangerine Quartz is a beautiful quartz, normally found in Brazil.  Tangerine Quartz has also been found in Madagascar.  The gorgeous orange coloring of this quartz comes about naturally.  Natural mineral deposits on the crystals cause the tangerine coloring.  Iron enriched soil may be a factor as well.  Tangerine Quartz has clear quartz properties as well as its' own properties.  It is said that this quartz enhances one's strength and also helps balance or level the emotions, thus making one feel more calmly detached instead of panicky or upset.  Tangerine Quartz can enhance evolution of the inner self.  Metaphysically, this quartz has been used for reproductive system disorders, weight loss, and AIDS.

Metaphysical Properties: 2nd Chakra �?is about giving and receiving, emotions, change, movement, acceptance and ability to understand new ideas, health, working in harmony with others, co-creation and creativity.
Healing properties: aids in assimilation of iron in the blood, stimulates the chi/energy, circulation and depression.