Lithium Quartz – Meaning, Uses, & Healing Properties

What Is Lithium Quartz?

Lithium Quartz is a rare type of Clear Quartz that contains minor inclusions of lithium, giving the stone a soft brownish-pinky-purple blush. Quartz is a hard, crystalline mineral composed of silica that is found abundantly throughout the world.

It comes in many different colors, with Clear Quartz being one of the most famous, abundant, and popular for its healing properties. Lithium Quartz, however, is very rare and is only found in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

History Of Lithium Quartz

The discovery and history of Lithium Quartz are not well documented, but Quartz has a global history of human usage spanning centuries. It has been used for all kinds of healing, spiritual connection, energy clearing, and protection, as well as for decoration and as a talisman for various things.

Lithium itself was first discovered in 1817 by Johan August Arfwedson, a Swedish mineralogist. He discovered it whilst analyzing the newly-discovered mineral, Petalite.  The unknown material was similar in structure to sodium and potassium, but did not dissolve in water, hence its name, which is derived from the Greek word for stone.

The soft, silvery-white lightweight metal is known for its anti-depressive properties and has been used to clinically treat mental disorders since the mid-20th century. These properties combined with the spiritual power of Clear Quartz make it the ultimate healing stone for people suffering from emotional distress.

Lithium Quartz Crystal Meaning

As mentioned above, Lithium Quartz combines the classic metaphysical qualities of Clear Quartz with the emotional healing properties of lithium. It is associated with the crown chakra and heart chakras, the element of water, which represents sensitivity and intuition, and the zodiac sign of Aquarius (January 20 – February 18).

Lithium Quartz Healing Properties

Let’s take a look at all of the benefits of Lithium Quartz.

Lithium Quartz & The Crown Chakra

The crown chakra, or Sahasrara, is the seventh and final chakra in the body. It is located at the top of the head and governs our sense of clarity as well as our connection to the spiritual world and the health of the physical brain.

Blockages in this chakra typically come from denying or ignoring the existence of the spiritual world, it’s the most common blockage in the energy system and it can cause closed-mindedness, feelings of confusion, and an overall lack of inspiration in life, as well as poor coordination, poor sleep quality, chronic tension headaches, and fatigue.

Lithium Quartz & The Heart Chakra

The heart chakra, or Anahata, is the fourth chakra in the body, located in the chest area. It is responsible for our ability to love and connects to our divine feminine energy, as well as our ability to heal, nurture, empathize, and forgive ourselves and others.

It also impacts our cardiovascular health and the health of the neck, chest, arms, and hands. Blockages in this chakra typically arise from feelings of heartbreak and betrayal, which can result in trust issues and a lack of self-love and empathy, plus difficulty letting go of grudges. It can also affect the health of the physical heart and lungs, causing breathing difficulties and heart palpitations.

Lithium Quartz & Health

Lithium Quartz is an excellent clearer of negative energies and blockages in the physical body and helps to increase overall vitality. If you suffer from stress or panic attacks, this stone can help you to regain control over the physical effects of those things on your body.

Lithium Quartz, Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing

Although it has some great properties for the physical body, mental health and emotional well-being is where Lithium Quartz truly shines. As mentioned above, lithium is a well-known antidepressant and this crystal can aid with recovery from mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and more including addiction and insomnia.

It can also help to relieve intense negative emotions such as grief, anger, and sadness, and replace them with more serene, positive feelings.

Lithium Quartz & Spirituality

Like Clear Quartz, Lithium Quartz is known for its energetic clearing qualities and its ability to ward off bad vibes. It’s also a great stone to open you up to divine guidance, spiritual communication, and universal consciousness, as well as pure love energy and peace during meditation.

Lithium Quartz & Relationships

As it resonates with the heart chakra, Lithium Quartz can seriously help you to improve the relationships in your life by making you more receptive to love, as well as better at giving it, nurturing your empathic side. It can also help you to attract love if you’re looking for a new romance or friendship. It can even improve the intimacy between you and your partner by opening your heart and strengthening your intuition.

Lithium Quartz & Success

As it is a crown chakra stone, Lithium Quartz is a great stone for manifesting success. Opening your crown chakra naturally amplifies your manifesting abilities and also helps you to find your path by opening a clearer line of communication with your higher self.

Lithium Quartz & Home Or Work

Not only does Lithium Quartz make a great display piece for the home and workplace, but it fosters a peaceful environment of mental clarity and divine love energy for better focus and openness.

Lithium Quartz & Aquarius

Represented by the water-bearer, Aquarius, is known for being progressive, independent, intelligent, unique, and idealistic. Although the official birthstone for the sign is Amethyst, Lithium Quartz makes a great alternative because of its ability to bring out the harmony, empathy, and open-mindedness in their nature.

Can You Use Lithium Quartz With Water?

Water can be a powerful tool for crystal work, but not every crystal gem can be used with it, so what about Lithium Quartz? According to the Mohs hardness scale, it’s totally safe to use with the element. This is a scientific scale that ranks the hardness of minerals by testing their resistance against others.

Anything that scores above a five out of ten on the scale is generally considered safe to be used with water, and all Quartz stones score a 7-7.5, so they’re perfectly fine to use with water, and may even enhance your practices with Lithium Quartz because it’s a water-element stone.

How To Use Lithium Quartz Stones

Here is how you can incorporate this stone into your daily life.

Lithium Quartz & Meditation

Practicing meditation with your piece of Lithium Quartz will stimulate your crown and heart chakras, connecting you with divine consciousness and divine love energy. This is essential for spiritual growth and development, as well as deep, personal inner healing. It will also soothe away any deep-seated negative thought patterns, emotions, and mental health issues.

Lithium Quartz & Manifestation

As mentioned above, this stone can help you to more clearly understand your true purpose in life and call those dreams and goals into existence. It’s also great for manifesting love and romance.

Lithium Quartz & Shadow Work

Shadow work is the practice of working through negative belief systems, thought patterns, and emotions, tracing them back to their origins, and purging them out to make room for new positive thoughts and emotions. It is regarded by many as the basis of spiritual awakening and healing, and Lithium Quartz is the perfect stone to facilitate it.

Wearing Lithium Quartz Jewelry

These unique and special stones make real statement pieces if you’re a jewelry wearer, and it’s one of the best ways that you can utilize its mental and emotional healing properties without putting much thought into it. Simply wear it and keep it close to you all day, or carry a small piece around with you if you don’t like wearing jewelry.

With Water

You can also infuse your Quartz with water to absorb its magic straight into your body. Create crystal-infused water by leaving it in a glass of water overnight and then use it the next day for physical, emotional, and chakra healing. You could drink it, cook with it, make tea with it, cleanse your skin with it, or spray it around your home. You can also wear or put it in the bath for a de-stressing soak.

Lithium Quartz At Home Or Work

If you want to keep your Lithium Quartz on display, make sure you place it somewhere important or central in your home or workplace to feel its benefits, or even by the entrance to have it take effect on people as they enter the building.

Who Should Use Lithium Quartz?

Like Clear Quartz; a staple collection stone and classic beginner’s crystal, we recommend Lithium Quartz for people who are looking to start their journey to spiritual awakening. However, it’s also a great stone for seasoned meditators and spiritual gurus as its emotional healing properties are potently strong. For this reason, we of course also recommend it to anyone struggling with mental health and emotional issues.

Alternatives & Complimentary Crystals

If you think this stone isn’t for you or you want something more accessible, alternative crystals include Selenite, Rose Quartz, and of course, Clear Quartz. Crystals that complement Lithium Quartz include Smoky Quartz, Amethyst, Black Tourmaline, and Carnelian.

Cleansing & Charging Lithium Quartz

If you’re planning on working with this crystal regularly, you should cleanse it every few weeks to get rid of any bad energies it may absorb through its surroundings.

There are a few ways in which you can cleanse your gem, but the easiest and best way is in the light of the full moon. To add water to this ritual, place it in a bowl of water before putting it outside or on your window sill. For a quick cleanse in-between full moons, you can also run it under the tap, smudge it with sage, place it in a bowl of rice, or use a crystal-cleansing plate.

You should also recharge your gems to fill them back up with positive energy. To charge your Lithium Quartz, put it in the sunlight for a little while or place it on or under the Earth for 24 hours.

Conclusion

Lithium Quartz is a gorgeous rare Quartz stone that is ideal for spiritual beginners and experts alike. It’s especially good for those suffering from mental health issues, addiction, or negative emotional cycles, but we always recommend seeking professional advice for crises.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lithium Quartz

Answering some frequently asked questions on the gem.

How Rare Is Lithium Quartz?

Whilst Quartz is a very common and popular mineral, Lithium Quartz is a pretty rare variation. It’s not the rarest, as natural Citrine is thought to be the rarest, but it is pretty rare as it’s only found in one place. That said, you can easily get your hands on a piece online.

How Valuable Is Lithium Quartz?

Despite being fairly rare, Lithium Quartz is not particularly pricey. The exact price of a piece of Lithium Quartz will depend on its size and cut. A larger piece or a piece of Lithium Quartz jewelry may be more expensive than pieces containing a more common type of Quartz like regular Clear Quartz, but you can buy smaller pieces for an affordable price.

Where To Buy Lithium Quartz?

You can buy a Lithium Quartz gem at many boutique crystal shops and spiritual stores, as well as at jewelers and from independent sellers online. However, if you are looking to buy a piece online, be sure to check our advice below.

How Do You Know If Lithium Quartz Is Real?

Lithium Quartz is sometimes faked by sellers who simply paint pieces of glass. Some sellers may even paint regular Clear Quartz to make it seem like something more unique, such as Lithium Quartz. To avoid getting scammed, make sure to look out for stones that are not too vividly colored and contain imperfections like asymmetrical inclusions.

Real Quartz stones are also weightier than fakes, as well as cool to the touch, and they should not be left marked when scratched against a piece of glass. Fake Quartz stones also often contain air bubbles – so watch out for those!

Is Lithium Quartz Safe To Use?

Lithium Quartz is completely safe to use. It does not contain any toxic materials or chemicals. However, it is synonymous with spiritual awakenings, which can cause vivid dreams, headaches, and feelings of detachment which some people may find uncomfortable or even scary, as well as digestive issues, deja vu, loneliness, heightened empathy, brain fog, and extreme tiredness.

You can also experience changes in your external life, such as in your relationships, and you may even have some paranormal experiences. That said, all of these things are temporary and simply mean that your body and mind are adjusting to your awakening consciousness.