Coated Tangerine Quartz

Coated Tangerine Quartz is a vibrant and unusually rich variety of quartz, known for its deep orange to reddish-gold coloring caused by a natural iron oxide coating. Unlike typical tangerine quartz—which tends to have a light, dusty orange hue—this variety features a much thicker and more intense coating, often giving it a bold, fiery appearance with a velvety matte or slightly iridescent surface. The coating forms naturally after the quartz crystallizes, when iron-rich waters flow over the surface and oxidize, bonding a layer of iron minerals to the crystal.

Metaphysically, Coated Tangerine Quartz is believed to combine the high energy of quartz with the energizing, creative force of iron. It is strongly associated with the sacral chakra, where it’s thought to stimulate joy, courage, and personal power. The thick natural coating is said to amplify its grounding and revitalizing properties, helping to release fear, inspire forward movement, and encourage a playful, open-hearted outlook. Coated Tangerine Quartz is a bold and supportive crystal for those working through emotional healing or stepping into new phases of life with confidence.