CRYSTAL MEANINGS

The following information on crystal meanings and properties is not meant to replace advice, diagnosis and/or treatment by a qualified medical practitioner. All comments and recommendations herein contained are derived from legend and lore, not from the authority of Astral Aspects, its officers, employees, or agents. No expressed or implied guarantee as to the effects of the uses of any crystal can be given nor liability taken.


AMAZONITE
An extremely soothing stone, Amazonite balances Yin and Yang energies and many aspects of the personality and it is a stone that helps you see both sides of a problem or different points of view. At an emotional level, Amazonite soothes emotional trauma, alleviating worry and fear, dispelling negative energy and aggravation. Amazonite is one of the stones for those born under the sign of Virgo. Chakras: Throat, Thymus and Heart.

Amazonite Thumb/Worry Stone

AMETHYST
Amethyst is an extremely powerful and protective stone with a high spiritual vibration. It is one of the most spiritual stones, promoting love of the divine. It inspires healing, divine love, inspiration and intuition. Amethyst signifies the 17th Wedding Anniversary and is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Aries, Aquarius and Pisces. Chakras: Crown, Third Eye and Throat.

Amethyst Crystal Crescent Moon Amethyst Moon Phases Crystal Point/Wand Sterling Silver Amethyst Angel of the Phoenix Pendant Sterling Silver Amethyst Triple Moon Necklace Sterling Silver Amethyst Evil Eye Pendant

AVENTURINE
A positive stone of prosperity, Green Aventurine is also a good all-round healer which brings well-being and emotional calm. It strengthens the will, brings a sense of purpose and encourages creativity and originality. It dispels anxiety and fear and expels negative emotions. Aventurine is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Aries, Cancer and Libra. Chakras: Thymus, Heart, Solar Plexus and Sacral.

Aventurine Crystal Pocket Guardian Angel Aventurine Thumb Stone

BLACK OBSIDIAN
Black Obsidian is a protective stone which repels negativity and disperses unloving thoughts. Black Obsidian also has the gift of prophesy - spheres and mirrors are frequently used as meditation and scrying aids. Black Obsidian is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Scorpio and Capricorn. Chakras: Root and Earth.

Black Obsidian and Quartz Yin Yang Charm Bracelet

BLUE OPAL
Opal is known as the stone of happy dreams and symbolises hope - enhancing self-worth, it helps you understand your full potential. Blue Opal resonates with the Throat Chakra, enhancing communication - particularly when suppressed through lack of confidence - and helps you express your true self. Wearing Blue Opal is said to bring loyalty, faithfulness, lightness and spontaneity. Blue Opal is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Cancer, Virgo and Libra. Chakra: Throat.

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BLUE TOPAZ
Blue Topaz is the birthstone for November and is the gemstone given to mark 4 years of marriage. Blue Topaz is a mellow empathetic stone which directs energy where it is needed most. Topaz helps shed light on your path, highlights goals and taps into your inner resources. Its vibrant energy brings joy, generosity, abundance and good health - negativity does not survive around joyful Topaz. Blue Topaz is one of the stones for those born under the sign of Virgo. Chakra: Throat.

Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Stud Earrings Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Heart Pendant

CARNELIAN
A stabilising stone with a high energy, Carnelian is excellent for restoring vitality and motivation and for stimulating creativity. Carnelian imparts an acceptance of the cycle of life - in ancient times it was used to protect the dead on their journey to the afterlife. Giving courage and promoting positive life choices, Carnelian motivates you for success. Carnelian is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Virgo and Capricorn. Chakras: Sacral and Root.

Carnelian Thumb/Worry Stone

CHERRY QUARTZ
Cherry Quartz brings emotional healing, love, and vitality. Believed to help release past traumas, it is often used to promote self-love, confidence and positive energy while helping with feelings of inadequacy and depression. In addition, Cherry Quartz teaches you how to find humour in all situations and to bring Divine love into everything you do. Cherry Quartz is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Taurus, Gemini and Libra. Chakra: Heart.

Cherry Quartz Crystal Pocket Guardian Angel

CLEAR QUARTZ
Quartz enhances wisdom and higher potential; is a good all-round healing stone; brings emotional peace. Quartz is rarely perfectly clear - there will often be fissures or inclusions contained within the quartz. These are not faults in your crystal as this is how Mother Nature created them - these are what give the crystals their character and uniqueness. Quartz is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Leo, Capricorn and Aquarius, and also signifies the 15th Wedding Anniversary. Chakra: Crown.

Black Obsidian and Quartz Yin Yang Charm Bracelet

CUBIC ZIRCONIA (CZ)
Promoting unconditional love for yourself and others, Cubic Zirconia harmonises your spiritual nature with the earth. It helps you recognise that you are a spiritual being on a human journey and highlights the oneness from which all souls originated. Chakras: Crown, Third Eye and Solar Plexus.

Sterling Silver Caring Hands Heart Pendant Sterling Silver and Rose Gold Heartbeat Necklace Sterling Silver CZ Moon Hare Pendant Sterling Silver CZ Owl Pendant Sterling Silver Horseshoe Bracelet Sterling Silver Wish Upon A Star Bracelet Sterling Silver Crescent Horn Necklace Sterling Silver Amethyst CZ Celtic Knot Pendant Sterling Silver CZ Evil Eye Necklace Sterling Silver Celtic Harmony Pendant

GOLD TIGER'S EYE
Gold Tiger's Eye is a banded, slightly shiny, brown-yellow stone which combines Earth energy with that of the Sun to create a high vibrational state that is nevertheless grounded, drawing spiritual energies to Earth. It enhances psychic abilities and is a protective stone, traditionally carried as a talisman against ill-wishes and curses. It boosts physical energy; enhances self-confidence and inner strength; brings ideas into reality. Gold Tiger's Eye is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Taurus, Gemini and Leo. Chakras: Solar Plexus, Sacral and Root.

Gold Tigers Eye Dowsing Pendulum

HEMATITE
Hematite is particularly effective at grounding and protecting and it harmonises mind, body and spirit. It dissolves negativity and prevents negative energies from entering the aura, restoring peace and harmony. Also known as the 'Happiness Stone', Hematite brings optimism; aids communication and speech; energy and vitality. Hematite is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Scorpio and Pisces. Charkas: Root and Earth.

Hematite Crystal Power Chip Bracelet

HONEY CALCITE
Honey Calcite (also known as Yellow or Golden Calcite) is a highly energising and cleansing stone - just having a piece in the room will cleanse negative energies. It enhances meditation inducing a deep state of relation and spirituality, stimulating the higher mind. Honey Calcite is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Gemini, Cancer and Leo. Chakras: Solar Plexus and Sacral.

Honey Calcite Crystal Pocket Guardian Angel

LABRADORITE
Labradorite is a brown stone which flashes with stunning iridescent peacock blues and greens when it catches the light. Known as the Merlin stone Labradorite is a highly mystical and protective stone, a bringer of light. It raises consciousness and connects with universal energies. Labradorite can take you into another world or into other lives. A stone of esoteric knowledge, it facilitates initiation into the mysteries. Labradorite stimulates intuition and psychic gifts, including the art of 'right timing', bringing messages from the unconscious mind to the surface and facilitating their understanding. Labradorite is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces. Chakra: Thymus.

Sterling Silver Labradorite Moon Phases Pendant

LAPIS LAZULI
Lapis Lazuli is a dense, veined, blue stone flecked with gold - which looks like the midnight sky. Lapis Lazuli is a protective stone that contacts spirit guardians and releases stress, bringing deep inner peace. It stimulates enlightenment and enhances psychic ability. Possessing enormous serenity, Lapis is the key to spiritual attainment. Lapis Lazuli is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Taurus, Libra and Sagittarius. Chakra: Third Eye.

Lapis Lazuli Crystal Crescent Moon

MOTHER OF PEARL
Mother of Pearl is the iridescent substance that forms the lining of the shells of some fresh-water and some salt-water molluscs. Mother of Pearl signifies faith, sincerity and loyalty and is one of the 'stones' for those born under the signs of Gemini and Cancer.

Moon Gazing Hare Paua Shell and Mother of Pearl Pill/Trinket Box Owl and Moon Paua Shell and Mother of Pearl Pill/Trinket Box

OPALITE
Flashing with beautiful iridescent blue fire, Opalite is a stunning stone. Ideal for meditation, Opalite improves communication on all levels, especially the spiritual. Opalite is also regarded as a stone of personal power, with the potential to increase self-esteem and improve the sense of self-worth. Opalite is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Virgo and Libra. Chakras: Crown, Third Eye and Throat.

Opalite Crystal Crescent Moon Opalite Crystal Pocket Guardian Angel Opalite Dowsing Pendulum

PAUA SHELL (ABALONE)
Paua is the Maori name given to a group of shells also known as Abalone. Revered by tribes throughout the world as a magical gift from the ocean, Paua/Abalone shells are fished and farmed on a well-managed and sustainable basis. It is believed that Paua Shell strengthens the structure of the body and the functions of the Heart Chakra. This vibrant shell has also been connected to family, particularly motherhood and harmony in relationships; the energies of Paua Shell are said to give protection and emotional balance.

Moon Gazing Hare Paua Shell and Mother of Pearl Pill/Trinket Box Owl and Moon Paua Shell and Mother of Pearl Pill/Trinket Box

RAINBOW MOONSTONE
Rainbow Moonstone is a stone of new beginnings and, as its name suggests, it is strongly connected to the Moon and to intuition. Like the Moon, the stone is reflective and reminds us that, as the Moon waxes and wanes, so everything is part of a cycle of change - Moonstone opens the mind to change. Moonstone signifies the 13th Wedding Anniversary and is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Gemini, Cancer, Virgo, Libra and Pisces. Chakras: Crown and Heart

Sterling Silver Rainbow Moonstone Triple Moon Pentacle Pendant Sterling Silver Rainbow Moonstone Aum Pendant

RED JASPER
Red Jasper is an opaque red stone, sometimes with black stripes or markings. It is a highly protective stone which gives a sense of balance to the spirit and grounds you physically and emotionally, and bestows perseverance. Red Jasper is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Aries and Pisces. Chakras: Root, Earth and Higher Earth.

Red Jasper Crystal Crescent Moon

ROSE QUARTZ
Rose Quartz is the Stone of Unconditional Love and infinite peace and is the most important stone for the heart. If you are looking for love Rose Quartz is the stone for you as it opens the heart on all levels. If you are already in a relationship, Rose Quart promotes trust and harmony, enouraging unconditional love. If you have never received love, Rose Quartz opens your heart and teaches you to love yourself so that you are more receptive to love. This lovely stone enourages forgiveness and compassion by helping you let go of stored anger, resentment, guilt, fear and jealousy. Rose Quartz is one of the stones for those born under the sign of Taurus. Chakra: Heart.

Rose Quartz Crystal Pocket Guardian Angel Rose Quartz Thumb Stone

WHITE OPAL
Opal is known as the stone of happy dreams and symbolises hope - enhancing self-worth, it helps you understand your full potential. White Opal resonates with the Crown Chakra, bringing spiritual unity and wisdom and is a stone for connecting with angelic beings and feeling spirit guides more strongly. Wearing White Opal is said to bring hope, good luck, success and love. White Opal is one of the stones for those born under the signs of Libra and Scorpio. Chakra: Crown.

Sterling Silver White Opal Mother and Child Pendant Sterling Silver White Opal Star of David Pendant

ZEBRA STONE
Zebra Stone is one of the best grounding and balancing stones. When doing spiritual work, this stone keeps you connected to the earth with your feet firmly planted on the ground. Known as the Yin Yang Stone, Zebra Stone connects the opposite yet complementary energies of masculine and feminine, light and dark, spirit with matter and New and Full Moon energies. It reminds us of the duality in all aspects of life in that there are two sides to every story. In achieving this sense of equilibrium, peace and inner happiness can be obtained. Given its Yin and Yang energies, Zebra Stone is strongly connect to the Root and Earth chakras. Zebra stone is one of the stones for those born under the sign of Gemini. Chakras: Root and Earth.

Zebra Stone Thumb Stone