Polished Stones on Traditional Accessories

[creagdhubh]

Ya, from Google searches, it looks like the cairngorm stones are smoky quartz; I think, referring to the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland.
I'm sure someone will know more about them.

Yes, you are correct. However, authentic Cairngorm stones tend (not imitation stones) to be of a rich amber colour, and sometimes, can be rather bright and shiny if correctly polished. I think it is the most traditional, and the most handsome stone for Highland dress.

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