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Aura Quartz
Aura Quartz is treated quartz with a thin metallic coating that creates bright blue, rainbow, or iridescent surface color.
Also known as: Aqua Aura, Aqua Aura Quartz, Angel Aura, Angel Aura Quartz, Titanium Aura, Titanium Aura Quartz, Rainbow Aura, Rainbow Aura Quartz, Metal-coated Quartz, Coated Quartz.
Aura Quartz properties at a glance
| Type | Materials |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | SiO2 with artificial metal coating |
| Mohs hardness | 7 |
| Crystal system | hexagonal |
| Luster | metallic |
| Streak | White to colorless |
| Cleavage | None |
| Fracture | Conchoidal |
| Specific gravity | 2.65 |
| Transparency | translucent |
| Common colors | Iridescent, Blue, Rainbow, Gold, Purple |
| Rarity | common |
Geology & background
Made by coating quartz crystals with a thin metal film in a vacuum or vapor-deposition process.
Aura Quartz is a modern decorative and crystal-retail treatment applied to quartz specimens.
How to identify Aura Quartz
- Look for a surface-level iridescent metallic sheen over quartz crystal faces.
- Check whether color is concentrated on the outside rather than throughout the crystal.
- Do not identify aura quartz as a natural blue or rainbow quartz variety without treatment disclosure.
Full Aura Quartz identification guide: checklist, home tests and look-alikes →
Aura Quartz vs similar stones
Not sure it isn't something else? Side-by-side comparisons with the stones most often confused with Aura Quartz.
Where Aura Quartz is found
Aura Quartz is a retail or manufactured material label; record seller disclosure and provenance when known.
How much is Aura Quartz worth?
| Entry-level specimen | $5 |
|---|---|
| Typical collector specimen | $25 |
| Premium specimen | $180+ |
Value is usually decorative or lapidary-market value, not natural rarity. Price depends on size, polish, color effect, condition, seller disclosure, and craftsmanship.
Common uses
- Decorative specimens
- Jewelry
- Crystal retail
- Display pieces
Interesting facts
- The iridescence is a treatment, not a natural quartz color.
- Common retail labels include aqua aura, angel aura, rainbow aura, and titanium aura.
- Surface coatings can wear or chip if handled roughly.
Care & safety
Aura Quartz may be glass, coated, dyed, or otherwise manufactured; handle it as a decorative material unless verified otherwise.
Avoid inhaling dust. Do not cut, grind, or polish unknown specimens without eye protection and a properly rated respirator.
Aura Quartz FAQ
What is Aura Quartz?
Aura Quartz is treated quartz with a thin metallic coating that creates bright blue, rainbow, or iridescent surface color.
How much is Aura Quartz worth?
Entry-level Aura Quartz specimens sell for around $5, a typical collector specimen for about $25, and premium pieces for $180 or more. Value is usually decorative or lapidary-market value, not natural rarity. Price depends on size, polish, color effect, condition, seller disclosure, and craftsmanship.
How hard is Aura Quartz?
Aura Quartz has a Mohs hardness of 7. It scratches glass and a steel knife and cannot be scratched by a steel file.
What is Aura Quartz used for?
Aura Quartz is used for decorative specimens, jewelry, crystal retail, and display pieces.
