Are Strawberry Obsidian and Cherry Quartz the Same? And is Strawberry Obsidian Manmade?

Absolutely! Although both names are used commonly among collectors, Strawberry Obsidian and Cherry Quartz are just different monikers for the same manmade stone. While the names may be used to differentiate the depth of color, both terms refer to a manmade form of Obsidian. Despite being manmade, this gemstone has been used in the crystal community for spiritual purposes for many years, although it is often the subject of controversy.

Spiritual Properties of Cherry Quartz / Strawberry Obsidian

Those who use Cherry Quartz / Strawberry Obsidian for the stone's metaphysical properties are often charmed by the cheerful, uplifting energy that it is known for. Engaging the Root Chakra, Sacral Chakra, and Heart Chakra, Cherry Quartz is considered a gem of motivation, security, happiness, and embracing our desires. Strawberry Obsidian is a stone of joy, love, and wanting the best for ourselves.

How to Cleanse Cherry Quartz / Strawberry Obsidian

We advise spiritually cleansing and charging Cherry Quartz with a Selenite tile or bowl , but Cherry Quartz is also safe for exposure to Moon Water or Smoke Cleansing with Sage, Incense, or Herbs. Full Moonlight is a wonderful way to Cleanse and Charge your Cherry Quartz, but we advise against Sunlight exposure for pieces with high clarity. Dry Salt Cleansing is also not advised, as it may leave scratches on the surface of your Cherry Quartz, since it is a manmade form of Obsidian.