The power of crystal colours for harmony, healing and wellbeing

The power of colours for creating harmony and for therapeutic purposes has been around for centuries. You don't need to be an expert, crystal worker or healer to benefit from coloured crystals, we have developed a mini reference list of crystal and gemstone colours for healing and chakra wellbeing.

White and clear or colourless gemstones and crystals correspond to the crown chakra, clarity, and awareness.

White and colourless gemstones are linked to the Stellar Gateway Chakra.

White and colourless stones include Apophyllite, Calcite, Chalcedony, Coral, Danburite, Diamond, Fluorite, Herkimer Diamond, Jade, Magnesite, Monazite, Moonstone, Onyx, Opal, Pearl, Quartz, Selenite, and Zircon.

Pink and Peach stones are believed to heal emotional imbalances and can gently energize your system and improve relationships. Pink and peach stones are also associated with purity and innocence. Some legends say that pink stones carry protective powers.

Pink and Peach stones are linked to the Heart, Third Eye and Crown chakras. The Heart Chakra represents love and affection, it is more commonly associated with green colours and wavelengths, but in some circumstances, it can emit pastel or baby pink wavelengths.

Pink and Peach stones include Amethyst, Apatite, Pink Aragonite, Aventurine, Pink Calcite, Chalcedony, Cobaltoan Calcite, Pink Coral, Pink Diamond, Epidote, Eudialyte, Fluorite, Garnet, Kunzite, Moonstone, Morganite, Mystic Topaz, Ocean Jasper, Opal, Pearl, Poudretteite, Pezzottaite, Rhodochrosite, Rhodolite, Rhodonite, Rose Quartz, Rosa

lite, Rubellite, Sapphire, Scapolite, Smithsonite, Spinel, Spodumene, Star Garnet, Star Rose Quartz, Star Ruby, Star Sapphire, Strawberry Quartz, Tanzanite, Tiger’s Eye, Topaz, Pink Tourmaline, Watermelon Tourmaline, Zircon, and Zoisite.

Red stones energize more forcefully and resonate with the reproductive and cardiovascular systems. At an emotional level, red is identified as being the colour of passion, heat and energy, anger and rage, and danger or alert.

Red stones are linked with the Base/Root Chakra which is associated with vitality and passion and connected to the adrenal glands. Associated body parts include the hips and legs, and the organs related to this chakra are the bladder and kidneys.

Red stones: Bloodstone, Carnelian, Garnet, Dragon Blood Jasper, Red Obsidian and Ruby.

Orange stones are said to be mental and creative energizers, they stimulate personal power and resonate with Kundalini power and vitality. Emotionally, orange is identified with happiness, vitality, joy, wisdom and creativity. It is also associated with gut instinct.

Orange stones are linked with the Sacral and Solar Plexus Chakras. The Sacral Chakra is closely related to red in frequency but operates at a higher vibration. Associated organs include the reproductive system and lower intestines.

Orange stones include Amber, Aragonite, Aventurine, Calcite, and Epidote.

Yellow and Gold stones are mental and nervous system stimulators. They resonate with the adrenal glands and balance your mind and emotions.

Yellow and Gold stones are linked with the Base/Root Chakra. They are also associated with the Solar Plexus Chakra which represents confidence and self-expression.

Yellow and Gold stones include Apophyllite, Aventurine, Golden Beryl, Calcite, Citrine, Jade, Quartz, Tiger Eye, and Yellow Tourmaline.

Green stones are calming and associated with the heart, eyes and thymus gland.

Green stones are linked with the Heart Chakra, and are associated with prosperity and nature. They are also associated with the Earth Star and Past Life Chakras. 

Green stones include Agate, Aventurine, Calcite, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Emerald, Fluorite, Jade, Dragon Blood Jasper, Malachite, Moldavite, Peridot, Tourmaline, Watermelon Tourmaline, Quantum Quattro and Zoisite.

Blue-Green stones opens up metaphysical abilities and resonates with the subtle levels of being.

Blue-green gemstones are connected to both the heart and the throat chakra. They help you speak the truth from your heart.

Blue-Green stones include Agate, Apatite, Amazonite, Aventurine, Calcite, Chrysocolla, Kyanite, Quantum Quattro, Tourmaline and Turquoise.

Blue stones resonate with the throat and thyroid gland.

Blue stones are linked with the Throat Chakra and associated with communication and clarity.

Blue stones include Blue Lace Agate, Angelite, Apatite, Aquamarine, Aragonite, Azurite, Calcite, Celestite, Chrysocolla, Fluorite, Ocean Jasper, Kyanite, Lapis Lazuli, Larimar, Quantum Quattro, Sapphire, Sodalite, Shattuckite, Blue Tiger Eye, Topaz, and Turquoise.

Indigo stones have mystical qualities and help find your way to a higher plane of consciousness, They are said to bring you experience, honesty and appreciation. Indigo stones resonate with the pineal gland and effect mental healing. Indigo is also the colour of judgment and long life.

Indigo stones are linked with the Third Eye Chakra which represents harmony, wisdom, integrity, and self-awareness. Indigo stones combine the intuition of the violet ray with the trust of the pure blue ray.

Indigo stones include Azurite, Fluorite, Iolite, Indigo Gabbro, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli and Tanzanite.

Violet and Purple stones resonate with pituitary system, regulating metabolism and regenerating the body. They also open you up to a higher awareness.

Violet and Purple stones are linked with the Third Eye Chakra which represents harmony, wisdom, integrity, and self-awareness. Purple gemstones also correspond to the Third Eye and Crown chakra, which represents visioning and spiritual awareness.

Violet and Purple stones include Alexandrite, Amethyst, Charoite, Dumortierite, Fluorite, Jasper, Kunzite, Lepidolite, Sugilite, Stichtite, Tanzanite and Topaz.

Black, Grey and Brown stones detoxify and have a grounding energy, making a strong connection between the soul, subtle energy bodies, the physical body and the Earth. Black and Brown stones are good for protecting the body from harm.

Black, Grey and Brown stones are linked with the Base/Root Chakra and are associated with grounding, protection and nourishment. Black Crystals and Stones are also associated with the Earth Star Chakra.

Black, Grey and Brown stones include Botswana Agate, Black Agate, Hematite, Indigo Gabbro, Jasper, Black Jade, Jet, Nuumite, Obsidian, Onyx, Pearl, Petrified Wood, Smoky Quartz, Sapphire, Shungite, and Tourmaline.

Multi-coloured or Combination stones synergize the effects of the colours included and resonate with the associated chakra colours.

Combination stones include Charoite, Fluorite, Ruby in Fuchsite, Kyanite, Opal, Malachite, Moonstone, Aura Quartz, Serpentine, Ruby in Zoisite.

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Disclaimer: The article above is a collection of information from different sources. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be regarded as health or personal advice.