Gemstone point — Clear quartz · 6 cm

Pure quartz, colorless, as transparent as water. The inclusions — veils, frost, phantoms — draw internal landscapes particular to each piece.

Cut to a faceted point and then polished along its full height, it stands the material upright.

In tradition. Considered the most versatile stone in crystal healing, it is credited with amplifying the intention entrusted to it and supporting other minerals. It is the crystal to begin with.

In practice. On a console, a desk or an altar tray, it structures the space and draws the eye. Many set it point upward, but nothing requires an orientation. A soft dry cloth is enough; avoid household products on the polished faces.

• Quartz is the second most common mineral in the earth's crust; good clear pieces are nonetheless rare.
• Indicative size: 6 cm
• A natural piece: shade, veining and dimensions vary from one example to the next

A decorative object for personal practice. It is no substitute for medical advice or treatment.