The name quartz comes to the English language by way of the German name for the mineral, quarz. Being so abundant, quartz has been uses down through the ages from every from glass to jewelry to statues and computer parts. Quartz is the State Mineral of Arkansas. A form a chalcedony, quartz is the most common mineral on earth, found in almost every rock type. Quartz has many applications outside of jewelry and decoration. Pulverized it is used for sandblasting and glass manufacturing as well as electronic applications. Quartz has been used for centuries as an all-purpose healer. It effects and strengthens all systems and aspects of the body and helps to amplify the body?s natural healing energies. White quartz is especially effective for chronic fatigue, illnesses of the bones, and depression. Also a clarifying stone, quarts can be used to dispel negative energy and bring calm and peace to the mind.