Rose Quartz - Large Oval Ring

There are many legends about the rose quartz crystal and how it came to be. According to one, Cupid, the Roman god of desire and affection, gave pink quartz to Earth as a gift of love, passion, and happiness for all. Another Greek legend tells a more tragic story. According to this myth, Ares, the Greek god of war, came in the form of a wild boar to kill Aphrodite's lover, Adonis. As she tried to save Adonis, Aphrodite cut herself on a briar bush. As their blood spilled, it mingled on a quartz crystal, staining the stone pink.

Rose quartz pairs well with: Carnelian, Citrine, Rhodonite, Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Malachite, Selenite, Red Jasper, Lapis Lazuli, Black Obsidian.

Metaphysical properties:

Astrological sign:

• Taurus, Cancer, Libra

Chakras:

• Heart chakra