Crystals are found all over the world in a myriad of stunning colours and forms. Geologists and crystallographers are discovering and studying new crystals almost monthly so our list is ever growing.
Every crystal has its own properties, energy and frequency based on its molecular structure, colour, shape and crystalline family. Crystals have the ability to heal, to divine, to protect, to manifest, to absorb or transmute energy. Crystals communicate their intention to assist with a dynamic shift of awareness, creating an uplifting higher frequency for the earth and those who live on it. Many crystals hold a potent energy and have strong planetary and personal healing properties. Some are used for purification, protection and perception, others are for integrating energy and facilitating multidimensional journeys. Then we have the stones that ground new frequencies and facilitate transformation and transmutation.
This is not witchy woo woo magic it's science!
Let's go a bit deeper into crystal chemistry...
All crystals are identified by their molecular structure and mineral content. It comes down to the crystal's alignment of the inner axis in the structure. The outward shape of a crystal does not necessarily reflect its internal structure, rather its the internal lattice that determines the crystal type and name. There are 7 crystal systems based on triangles, hexagons, rhomboids, squares, rectangles, parallelograms and trapeziums characterized by axis length, angles between axes and the number of symmetry centers.
Some crystals (like calcite) can take on many forms and colours based on the slight mineral variations which can vary according to trace elements that are found, but they will share the same internal structure. The crystalline structure of a stone in whatever form they take can absorb, conserve, focus and emit energy. Looking at the chemistry you know the basic attributes of the stone. Lithium based stones like lepidolite and lithium quartz help to lift depression. Copper based stones like chrysocolla, malachite or peacock ore are powerful energy conduits to heal joint pain and arthritic swelling.
Crystals have been used for thousands of years in many different cultures. They are geometrically perfect stable structures that were created when the earth cooled and continued to metamorphose and reform as the earth shifts and goes through geological change. Some grow deep underground in chambers, some are created by enormous pressure and transformation, others drip into being or are grown in layers. The method of formation affects their appearance, energetic properties and function. If you want to see some cool photos of crystals growing, check out Mexico's giant Selenite cave!
To sum it up, I like to think of crystals as Mother Earth's DNA.