{"id":910,"date":"2026-02-03T00:10:28","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T00:10:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawtothecorecrystals.co.uk\/shop\/?post_type=product&#038;p=910"},"modified":"2026-02-03T00:10:28","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T00:10:28","slug":"moroccan-candle-quartz-point","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.rawtothecorecrystals.co.uk\/shop\/product\/moroccan-candle-quartz-point\/","title":{"rendered":"Moroccan candle quartz point"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"548\"><strong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"209\">Candle Quartz<\/strong>, also called <strong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"240\">Pillar Quartz<\/strong>, is known for its <strong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"303\">elongated, column-like crystal formation<\/strong>, symbolizing strength, clarity, and purposeful intention. Its natural vertical growth is often associated with <strong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"467\">anchoring energy, spiritual elevation, and focus<\/strong>, making it a powerful tool for meditation, energy work, and intention setting.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"834\">The structure of Candle Quartz is believed to <strong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"621\">channel energy upward<\/strong>, promoting mental clarity, spiritual insight, and alignment with higher consciousness. The elongated shape supports <strong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"765\">stability and grounding<\/strong>, while simultaneously enhancing <strong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"831\">connection to subtle energies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"888\">Many spiritual practitioners use Candle Quartz to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1103\">\n<li data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"933\">\n<p data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"933\">Amplify <strong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"931\">personal intentions or goals<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"986\">\n<p data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"986\">Support <strong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"984\">meditation and mindfulness practices<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1050\">\n<p data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1050\">Align <strong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1027\">crown and third-eye energies<\/strong> for enhanced insight<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1103\">\n<p data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1103\">Encourage <strong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1101\">emotional clarity and mental focus<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1380\">When used in grids, altars, or sacred spaces, Candle Quartz is thought to <strong data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1215\">create a vertical flow of energy<\/strong>, balancing grounding with inspiration. Its natural form symbolizes both <strong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1326\">steadfastness and spiritual ascent<\/strong>, offering a gentle yet powerful energetic presence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"581\"><strong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"365\">elongated, columnar growth<\/strong>, often forming <strong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"433\">parallel or slightly tapering crystal structures<\/strong> reminiscent of a candle or pillar. These formations are prized for their <strong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"533\">distinctive morphology<\/strong>, which differs from typical prismatic quartz.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"608\">Formation and Growth<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"1243\">\n<li data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"754\">\n<p data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"754\">Candle quartz forms in <strong data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"680\">silica-saturated hydrothermal environments<\/strong>, often within <strong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"751\">pegmatites, granitic cavities, or hydrothermal veins<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"909\">\n<p data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"909\">Growth occurs under <strong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"834\">relatively stable temperature and pressure conditions<\/strong>, allowing elongated, single-crystal or multi-crystal column development.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1096\">\n<p data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1096\">Internal features, including <strong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"990\">growth zoning, phantoms, and fluid inclusions<\/strong>, record episodic changes in fluid composition, temperature, and supersaturation during crystallization.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1243\">\n<p data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1243\">The columnar habit develops when <strong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1208\">vertical growth along the c-axis exceeds lateral growth along the a-axes<\/strong>, producing a tall, narrow prism.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1290\">Physical and Crystallographic Properties<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1539\">\n<li data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1321\">\n<p data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1321\"><strong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1314\">Chemical formula:<\/strong> SiO\u2082<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1354\">\n<p data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1354\"><strong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1343\">Crystal system:<\/strong> Trigonal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1387\">\n<p data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1387\"><strong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1370\">Hardness:<\/strong> 7 (Mohs scale)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1416\">\n<p data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1416\"><strong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1402\">Density:<\/strong> ~2.65 g\/cm\u00b3<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1465\">\n<p data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1465\"><strong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1432\">Cleavage:<\/strong> None; 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