Crystals are minerals formed underground from three-dimensional repeating patterns of atoms.  A crystal’s appearance depends upon the natural characteristics of its type and the conditions in which it grows.  Some take on strange shapes, some are very small and others grow very large, developing over thousands of years.

Crystals have always been considered special and have been used for thousands and thousands of years for healing. Historically people would carry or wear crystals and believed that they would receive benefit from the crystals powers. Crystals have also been connected to different parts of the body for thousands of years. Many of these connections have roots in traditional astrology, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Indian Ayurveda.

Crystals have their own specific properties and work through vibrations for healing. Each crystal has its own unique vibration and this can be the reason that you are particularly drawn to certain crystals, i.e. the crystal will be complementary to your own vibration. Science has yet to confirm exactly how crystal healing works but it is generally accepted that some crystals contain minerals that have therapeutic properties. For example, malachite has high levels of copper which can help aching joints and muscles.

Crystals heal on a holistic basis meaning that they work on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of being. They can realign and balance energies and regulate the body’s vibrational balance. Crystals can also gently deal with the cause of any dis-ease rather than just alleviating or easing the symptoms.

There are many books available that contain the meanings of each crystal. The meanings are simply an interpretation of the energy that each crystal possesses. This can help you understand the properties of each crystal but it is important to form your own opinions and use your intuition.

We have tried to give as much detail as possible for crystal properties on our website.