Peacock Quartz: Why We’re Crowing About this Stone

Introduction

Over the years, Shop LC has brought you so many gemstones. Often, these are stones that come directly from the earth. However, sometimes our customers ask for something unique and special. And, when Mother Nature can’t provide, a little ingenuity is required. Peacock Quartz is a unique blue green gemstone. Assembled from genuine Brazilian quartz, this jewel shifts from a playful blue to vibrant green as it moves with you. Learn why we love this magnificent peacock stone.

What is Peacock Quartz?

Peacock Quartz is a type of triplet gemstone. It is created by using two pieces of genuine quartz and filling them with a coloring agent. This process results in the distinctive, vibrant colors that give Peacock Quartz its name, reminiscent of the colors found in a peacock’s plumage. The technique used in making Peacock Quartz is a form of gemstone treatment that enhances its visual appeal​​.

Triplet gemstones like Peacock Quartz are designed to combine the natural beauty of quartz with added colors, creating a visually striking and unique appearance. The name “Peacock Quartz” comes from its eye-catching, multi-colored hues that mimic the natural beauty of a peacock’s feathers.

It’s important to note that while Peacock Quartz involves genuine quartz, the coloring process differentiates it from naturally colored quartz varieties. The use of color treatment in gemstones is a common practice in jewelry making to enhance the visual appeal and create unique color patterns that might not occur naturally.

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Crafting Peacock Quartz Jewelry

The creation of Peacock Quartz triplets is a meticulous process inspired by the iridescent blue and green plumage of the Indian peacock. This artisanal process results in a rare and vibrant gemstone that combines natural beauty with human creativity.

Exclusive Creation Process

• Triplet Formation: Our triplets are a marvel of craftsmanship, comprising three layers: two of clear, bubble-free, and colorless quartz sandwiching a middle layer imbued with coloring agents.
• Proprietary Techniques: The Peacock Quartz for Shop LC is crafted through a proprietary process that ensures the triplet’s sustainability and the color’s durability, thanks to UV bonding.
• Single Source Quality: Sourced from the rich mines of Minas Gerais, Brazil, only the finest quality quartz is chosen. With a selection process so rigorous that only 15% of the quartz qualifies, we ensure that each gem is bubble-free and pristine, reducing the risk of busting during creation.

Precision and Perfection

• Comprehensive Crafting: Each gemstone undergoes a 7-day journey of transformation, including sorting, slicing, preforming, coating, faceting, and polishing with computer numerical control machines for accurate faceting.
• Assembled Gemstone Excellence: As an assembled gemstone, our Peacock Quartz triplets utilize the best of quartz’s natural properties, enhancing it with the desired hues. They offer an affordable alternative to more costly natural gems, presenting a genuine gemstone experience.

Color Mastery and Structural Integrity

• Striking Visuals: The colors, derived from the resplendent Indian peacock, are not naturally occurring in gemstones, which makes our Peacock Quartz triplets exceptionally unique. The gems are designed to showcase their colors best in sizes of 6 mm and above since smaller sizes cannot sharply display the duality of colors.
• Challenges of Bi-Color Triplets: Crafting bi-color triplets requires a strategic application of colors in a 50:50 ratio to ensure a proper blend. Shapes like baguette, square, and cushion are preferred for color blending, while rounded shapes like oval may not exhibit colors as desired due to darkening at the rounded ends.
• Inclusions by Design: To mimic the appearance of their natural counterparts, inclusions are sometimes introduced intentionally into the triplets.

Durability and Practicality Considerations

• Careful Handling: The process of creating these triplets is delicate, with the most challenging task being the creation of the desired color combination. Any imperfection in this stage can compromise the gem’s intended aesthetic.
• Yield and Efficiency: The yield of finished gems is approximately 10%, as significant material is often lost due to breakage at the gluing stage or due to the presence of inclusions. Additionally, creating smaller-sized triplets requires extra material to compensate for the slicing and grinding needed to remove bubbles and achieve the desired shape.

Limitations and Innovations

• No Beads Allowed: Due to their layered structure, creating beads from these triplets isn’t feasible. Drilling would likely cause the gem to burst or break into fragments, rendering it unusable.
• Heat Sensitivity: The susceptibility to breakage from heat during the gluing stage, often an almost final step, can lead to a significant loss, impacting the overall yield of the creation process.

Through this innovative and demanding process, Shop LC delivers Peacock Quartz triplets that are not just gems but embodiments of art, offering a blend of natural quartz’s healing properties with the added allure of peacock-inspired colors.

Peacock Quartz vs. Peacock Aura Quartz

Peacock Quartz and Peacock Aura Quartz are both visually striking gemstones, but they are distinct in their composition, creation process, and metaphysical properties.

Composition and Creation

Peacock Quartz is a triplet gemstone, meaning it is composed of two pieces of genuine quartz with a coloring agent between them. The coloring agent imparts vibrant, multi-colored hues reminiscent of a peacock’s feathers. The process involves a physical addition of color to the natural quartz​​.

Peacock Aura Quartz, sometimes known as Peacock Aura Crystal, is type of quartz undergoes a treatment where precious metals are electrostatically bonded onto the surface of natural clear quartz points or clusters. The metals used create a unified color layer that is permanent and changes the stone’s appearance to exhibit peacock-like colors – purple, blue, and green​​.

Physical Appearance

Peacock Quartz is known for its peacock feather-like coloration. This quartz variety has a distinct and vibrant multi-colored appearance. The colors are added between layers of quartz, giving it a unique depth and richness.

Peacock Aura Quartz exhibits a shimmering surface with a play of colors similar to peacock feathers. The metallic bonding process gives it an iridescent sheen that can change under different lighting conditions.

Metaphysical Properties

Peacock Quartz meaning is the same as that of rock crystal quartz. Here are some key attributes often associated with quartz in various practices:

• Energy Amplification: Quartz is often considered a powerful energy amplifier. It’s believed to enhance the energies of other crystals and the intentions of the user. This makes it a popular choice for use in crystal grids and combination with other gemstones.
• Clarity and Focus: Many believe that quartz can help clear the mind, enhance focus, and improve clarity of thought. It’s often used in meditation and mindfulness practices for this reason.
• Healing and Balancing: Quartz is frequently associated with healing properties, both physical and emotional. Practitioners may use it to aid in balancing the body’s energy systems, often aligning it with the chakras or energy centers.
• Spiritual Growth and Awareness: The crystal is often used in spiritual practices to enhance psychic abilities, spiritual growth, and deeper understanding. It’s believed to help in connecting with higher spiritual realms and one’s higher self.
• Cleansing and Purification: Quartz is thought to have the ability to cleanse and purify the energy of a space or other crystals. It’s often used to clear negative energy and bring about a positive, harmonious environment.
• Memory and Recall: Some users turn to quartz to aid in memory enhancement and recall. It’s believed to help in retaining and retrieving information more effectively.
• Emotional Stability: The crystal is also thought to bring emotional stability and release negative emotions like stress, anxiety, and depression.

Peacock Aura Quartz is believed to have strong energetic vibrations. It is associated with opening the upper chakras, particularly from the heart to the soul star chakras. It is thought to be useful for meditation, activating chakras, and magnifying intentions​​.

Use in Jewelry

Peacock Quartz is often used in various jewelry settings due to its unique and colorful appearance. It’s suitable for pieces where color and vibrancy are the focal points.

Peacock Aura Quartz is also used in jewelry, especially when an iridescent and colorful effect is desired. Its shimmering quality makes it popular for pieces that are meant to stand out and catch the light.

So, while both Peacock Quartz and Peacock Aura Quartz are quartz-based and share a similar vibrant color palette, they differ in their creation methods, appearance, and the specific metaphysical properties attributed to them.

Caring for Peacock Quartz Jewelry

To ensure your Peacock Quartz jewelry maintains its stunning appearance and integrity over time, proper care and cleaning are essential. One of the most effective and safe methods to clean this type of jewelry involves the use of dishwashing liquid, lukewarm water, and a soft bristle toothbrush.

Materials Needed:

• Mild dishwashing liquid
• Lukewarm water
• A soft bristle toothbrush
• A lint-free cloth

Cleaning Process

• Prepare Cleaning Solution: In a small bowl, mix a few drops of mild dishwashing liquid with lukewarm water. Ensure the water is not too hot, as extreme temperatures can affect the coloring agent in Peacock Quartz.
• Gentle Brushing: Dip the soft bristle toothbrush into the soapy water. Gently brush the Peacock Quartz, paying special attention to crevices where dirt and debris may accumulate. Be gentle to avoid scratching the surface of the quartz or any metal part of the jewelry.
• Rinsing: After brushing, rinse the jewelry under lukewarm running water to remove any soap residue. Make sure the water flow is gentle and use a strainer to prevent the jewelry from accidentally going down the drain.
• Drying: Pat the jewelry dry with a lint-free cloth. Ensure it is thoroughly dry before storing or wearing it again.
• Additional Tips:
  • Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners, as they can damage both the quartz and the metal settings.
  • Regular Cleaning: Regular cleaning helps maintain the brilliance and prevents buildup of lotions, oils, and other substances that may come in contact with your jewelry.
  • Safe Storage: Store your Peacock Quartz jewelry in a fabric-lined jewelry box or a soft pouch, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures, to prevent scratches and potential fading.
  • Professional Check-Up: It’s advisable to have your Peacock Quartz jewelry checked by a professional jeweler annually, especially if it’s set in a ring or a bracelet, to ensure the settings remain secure.

By following these simple care instructions, your Peacock Quartz jewelry will continue to look as captivating and vibrant as the day you acquired it.

Conclusion

Peacock Quartz jewelry embodies a harmony of nature’s artistry and human innovation. Each piece tells a story of meticulous craftsmanship, from the careful selection of the finest Brazilian quartz to the intricate creation of the triplet gemstones that radiate with the vibrant colors of the peacock’s plumage.

Shop LC takes pride in offering jewelry that is not only visually captivating but also bears the hallmark of sustainability and durability, a testament to the brand’s commitment to quality and excellence. As you adorn yourself with Peacock Quartz jewelry, you wear a piece of the earth’s beauty, enhanced through skill and passion, ensuring that each piece is as unique as the individual who wears it.

It’s a celebration of color, light, and the enduring allure of gemstones, making Peacock Quartz jewelry a treasured addition to any collection and a perfect gift that stands the test of time.

Originally published October 9, 2020.
Updated November 13, 2023.