About Hand-strung with 3mm faceted Smoky Quartz beads, this necklace captures the stone's signature translucent brown-to-grey tones in a delicate, refined form. Each bead is individually faceted to maximize light play, revealing the warm, smoky depth that makes this variety of quartz so distinctive. Why Smoky Quartz Smoky Quartz gets its characteristic color from natural irradiation of aluminum-containing quartz deep within the earth's crust — a process that can take millions of years. It's one of the oldest known gemstones, used as a protective talisman in Scotland for centuries and prized across cultures for its grounding properties. Found in Brazil, Madagascar, and the Swiss Alps, Smoky Quartz is valued for its ability to neutralize stress and anchor scattered energy. Details Stone: Natural Smoky Quartz Bead Size: 3mm faceted Length: 17" with 2" extender Clasp: Silver Origin: Brazil Comes with a smoky quartz crystal collectors card. Free US shipping on orders over $150. GROUNDING • PROTECTION • STRESS RELIEF • CLARITY