Amber

A  golden yellow to cognac colored translucent gemstone. Amber is one of the earliest artifact items found to have been worn as jewelry, it is formed from prehistoric sap, and thus still contains succinic acid, on an atomic level, which has been said to reduce inflammation and discomfort. It is often recommended for speeding recovery from injury, seasonal depression, lifting the spirits in the elderly or affirmed, or relieving teething pain in babies.

Carnelian

A  member of the micro silicate class of quartz, carnelian is a light orange to deep red colored, often banded, crystal. A favorite of ancient royal women, due to it’s sensual and erotic energy. Carnelian was equally favored by the regular folks. It was often called the Tradesman stone, as it was said to make the wearer more energetic, aware of their surroundings, and therefore less prone to accidents. Carnelian lends action to ideas, and is a great suggestion for pulling one out of a slump or emotionally apathetic phase. 

Amazonite

A  soft greenish blue with some light grey to taupe markings, this stone represents the warrior spirit of overcoming . We set boundaries and show up with courage in the face of being overwhelmed by demands and expectations. I fondly call it the Al  Anon stone, as it helps us set healthy boundaries, and release the over developed need to fix others, or take on their burdens as our own.

Apatite (blue)

Rose Quartz

Clear Quartz

Bloodstone

Smoky Quartz

Onyx

A shiny black variety of chalcedony is another protection stone. It’s powers are said to be of great help in dangerous or predatory environments. Supposedly, the signature of onyx is offensive to unwanted advances and makes you invisible, or unattractive to potentially confrontational elements.  It is a stone of good luck, and helps one to integrate spiritual information. Onyx is calming, and aids in sleep problems. 

Obsidian

Obsidian is a black volcanic glass found all over the world. Ancient cultures used it to carve knives, figurines and arrowheads out of. It is a protection stone with a fiery, aggressive nature, that may or may not resonate with an individual. It is commonly carried to relieve grief and loss, or as a ward against being bullied or harassed. It is a type of psychic mirror, a little like hematite, in that respect.  

Larimar

The stone of Atlantis lore, this beautiful element is only found in the Carribean ocean, and looks itself like a bit of ocean frozen in time. It’s magical and healing properties were spoken of by Edgar Cayce and others. It is most notable for bringing together soul mates or ones ‘soul family’, or pod of origin. On a practicle level, larimar aids communication, compassion, and forgiveness. 

 Ruby

A deep red gemstone, this highly valued crystal helps restore vitality and energy levels. This can help activate sensuality, sex, and intellect. It’s also said to help bring self-awareness and the realization of truth to one’s mind. Rubies were used in ancient times to help remove toxins from blood and improve the overall circulatory system.

 Libyan Desert Glass

A soft yellow meteoric impact glass, this is the companion to moldavite, the only other potentially not of Earthly origin gem I know of. As such, it carries a very high vibration, and opens doors to higher dimensions and guidance. It resonates to the solar plexus, and helps one to understand yourself in relation to the Universe and the beings that inhabit it. I find that it gives me a little boost of Joy. 

Howlite

This soft white mineral is often dyed to look like other things, mainly turquoise and malachite. In it’s natural form it has soft marbling veins and is extremely calming and anti anxiety provoking. It brings in collective hope and deep comfort. It tends to make some people actually sleepy. Recommended for bone and teeth issues, as well as releasing unfounded fears and low panic.

Jasper

Jasper is a slow moving stone with lasting effects. It comes in many colors, and is a variety of chalcedony. It is an Earthing energy, concerned with material and physical life, playfulness, family, and physical balance.

Jet

Jet is a very lightweight pitch black stone, often referred to as black amber due to the fact that it began as ancient driftwood. Jet is called The Gamblers Stone, helping to curb compulsive habits. It is also said to be helpful with stomach ulcers, and alleviating grief and sorrow. 

Kunzite

Kunzite is frequently lilac or pink, and occasionally green (hiddenite). It is a lithium based mineral, and so it is useful for hormonal issues, mood swings, neurological imbalances, and emotional challenges. It is also associated with repairing romantic relationships.

Lapis Lazuli

Lapis is a shiny, deep blue crystal, shot with veins of pyrite on the high end, and calcite on the low. It is recommended for boosting the immune system, migraines in particular. Lapis pairs well with shungite and fluorite. It is a wishing stone, helping dreams come into actualization. Fine quality lapis originates in Afghanistan, and so is often called Aladdin’s stone. 

Amethyst

This deep violet crystal is another “Master Crystal”, meaning that it goes to many sources of any issue, and also amplifies whatever element you put with it. Historically, Amethyst was the name of a Greek goddess that spurned the affection of Dionysus, the God of wine, who turned her to quartz. He cried great purple tears when he realized his error, and so the story relates amethyst as a remedy to help reduce alcohol abuse. It is also associated with higher spiritual development and intuition. Amethyst is worn to deflect environments high in radiation, and when warmed, absorbs the heat and emits a wide wave length infrared light frequency, applied and understood by modern science. 

Citrine

Known as The Merchants Stone, citrine is most renowned for it’s association with wealth, prosperity, and personal confidence. It resonates to the solar plexus, and has a soft, buttery color. Most commercial citrine is actually heat treated amethyst, the lower quality being a burnt orange color. Citrine is great for getting over social anxiety, and having luck on your side in a legal battle or job interview.

Tigers Eye

Tigers eye  transitions through three phases of development to become the beautiful amber striped stone we love. Tigers eye relates to truth, courage, transition, and seeing through contradictions. It inspires one to take calculated  physical action, like a tiger. It stimulates co operation beween factions and helps to create balance, prosperity, and solutions. 

Moonstone

Moonstone is a white to greyish crystal with blue flashes of feldspar, which tend to give it a lunar glow. It represents the nature of the Divine Feminine in all of us, the nurturer, guide, healer, and intuitive. Moonstone is said to help with hormone issues, and enhance psychic abilities and manifestation. It holds special significance for lovers, or those seeking their soulmate.  

Labradorite

Labradorite is the Magicians Stone. Another feldspar based crystal, renowned for it’s association with all things enchanted. A beautiful dark rainbow of Labrador essence comes from deep within it, calling one to adventure and intrigue. It is the yang energy to moonstone, in a way, having all of moonstones psychic and intuitive qualities, with more bravado than consideration.

Moldavite

This green space gem is a mystery and a gift from the stars. It is a tektite, having arrived near the area of Moldova some 14.7 million years ago in what is now the Czech Republic. Moldavite is a uniquely powerful crystal, who’s action is removing obstacles, people places, and ideologies that no longer support your personal potential. Make sure that you are up for that, as well as a potential landslide of higher contact from other realms before you decide to work with it.   Moldavite is perhaps the highest vibration element I have run across, and it is definitely not for the novice, or the trend follower. Because it looks a lot like green bottle glass, there are a lot of fakes and reconstituted items out there, so make sure you are buying from a verified shop or dealer who will authenticate it. Real moldavite is not cheap, and has some specific markers that can be identified. 

Pietersite

An earth toned stone that represents the Storm element, it’s action is one of sudden upheavals and restructurings. It connects to quantum dimensions and is said to propel one into potential enlightenment and self actualizations. It creates a connection between the solar plexus and the third eye.  Pairing pietersite with another action stone like moldavite or carnelian can really get things rolling-if, that is your intention.   

Turquoise

This blue crystal has powers that are said to help heal the mind, body, and soul. It is another Master Element. Generally speaking, it’s seen as representational of honor, friendship and wisdom that can help balance your emotions while finding your spiritual groundings. When it comes to the body, it’s said to benefit the respiratory, skeletal, and immune system.

Petrified Wood

This wood frozen in time is formed over time as wood is buried and each cell becomes occupied by mineral deposits, most often a variety of jasper, but sometimes malachite or brilliant opals. It represents connection to the Earth, the Ancestors, the spirits of the forest and contains the wisdom of all it has observed. It is calming and centering in reality. 

Malachite

This striated forest green mineral used to quite common, but has gone up in value and availability. Dyed fakes are quite common, so verify that your stones are authentic. Malachite was used in folklore to ward off all forms of evil, especially for small children. As adults, it tends to manifest quite strongly your desires. Unfortunately, many of our unconscious thoughts are not so great, but malachite doesn’t judge. So, a good choice for luck and love, if you aren’t prone to vengeance or selfish motives.

Sodalite

This navy blue and white stone, shot through with white calcite veins can often be mistaken for low grade lapis lazuli, but lapis is a very different blue, and has mica and pyrite veining. Sodalite is a dreamy, creative energy, also known for alleviating water weight or build-up. It is recommended for getting in touch with your ability to communicate freely, through writing, art, dance and music.