Smoky Quartz

Among the books, decks, and stones on 14th Street is this crystal: Smoky Quartz (shop SKU WJSQP34).

Smoky quartz is the brown to gray variety of quartz, colored by natural irradiation. In crystal traditions, smoky quartz is associated with grounding and protection. Those ideas belong to folklore and personal practice, not to any medical claim.

Natural stones vary in color, clarity, and shape, so the piece you receive will have its own character even when the weight, grade, or size is listed.

• SKU: WJSQP34

Look for it at Namaste Bookshop, 2 West 14th Street near Union Square, or order from the shop online.