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Larvikite is the lesser known member of the Feldspar family, often confused with black moonstone and labradorite for its “schiller effect” or labradorescence. You wouldn’t be wrong in referring to it as a type of labradorite, since both stones are from the feldspar family and very similar in features with one apparent difference being larvikite’s […]

Crystals are powerful things, but they can also be quite delicate. We’ve all had at least one heartbreaking moment when our favorite crystal cracked, broke, or we realized it just didn’t look right anymore. There’s nothing more tragic than that, but it would help to understand why it happens and that it’s not always a […]

Did you know that the formation of a crystal holds just as much meaning as the crystal itself? Interesting, right! Depending on the shape, formation and inclusions, crystals can be used for their own unique purposes aside from those suggested by their metaphysical properties alone. For example, a geode is better for certain intentions than […]

A geode is a crystal with a hollow center filled with crystals and other minerals. Some common crystal geodes include Amethyst, Calcite, Quartz, and Citrine. They can be used for protection for homes and are said to cleanse a room’s energies. Geode terrariums are the perfect way to showcase geodes. They can be used in […]

Pisces season, the time of overthinking, overstressing, and mental breakdowns. But it can also be a very enlightening time if we can just figure out how to sit still and calmly think things through. Each year, the sun is in Pisces from February 18th to March 20th and it can be a challenging time for […]

Sapphire is a variety of Corundum which was once considered to be a stone of royalty by the Ancient Roman, Greek, and Egyptian civilizations. Its use dates back to 2,500 years ago and is traditionally considered to be dark blue, but also comes in a variety of colors. The only color a sapphire cannot appear […]

Ruby, the stone of lovers, warriors, healers, and dreamers. Since it was first discovered, ruby was seen as a stone of nobility as its vibrations resonate with the ultimate life force and emanate the highest vibrations of pure red light. As a powerful grounding stone, it greatly increases one’s chi, nourishing the vital systems of […]

Emerald, the stone of the heart, sought after not only for its vibrant green beauty, but also for its ability to fill any space with love and harmony. Its symbolism encompasses royalty, wit, eloquence, foresight, and immortality having lived in the hearts and cultures of many throughout history. Considered a superior jewel, it is rare […]

You’ve probably heard of “the big three” or “the big three gemstones”, but what are they and why are they considered “big”? The big three gemstones refer to the three most valuable gemstones in the world that can be considered precious – aside from diamonds, of course and some spinels. They are ranked the top […]

Healing crystals – undeniably a magic of their own! Across the spectrum of healing crystals available today, we can find one for just about anything and some are even more powerful when combined. But what if there was a crystal so powerful that it was the only one you ever needed? Luckily, you don’t have […]