Rutilated Quartz, popularly known as Venus-hair stone, contains needlelike mineral inclusions. Rutiles may be red, black or brassy yellow. Rutilated quartz is an excellent stone to use if you need to change your direction in life.
Healing ability: Healers use this stone to aid respiratory difficulties, regeneration of cells, and flow of energy throughout the body. It is considered an excellent balancing stone for a sad or weak heart.
Power: Rutilated quartz soothes dark moods, offering relief from fears, phobias and anxiety. Filters negative energy. Cleanses and energizes.
Deposits: Madagascar, Brazil, South Africa, India, Sri Lanka, Germany and Switzerland.