The Crystal Library
A growing collection of guides to the stones we love, their history, the qualities they're traditionally associated with, and how to care for them.
Crystal Meanings
Amethyst Meaning, Properties & How to Use It
Discover the meaning, ancient lore and traditional qualities of amethyst, plus how to use and care for this beloved purple quartz.
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Rose Quartz Meaning & Benefits
Discover the meaning, history and gentle lore of rose quartz, the timeless stone of love, plus how people use and care for it.
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Clear Quartz Meaning & Uses: The Master Crystal
Discover the clear quartz meaning, its rich history and traditional uses, and how to care for the most versatile crystal of all.
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Citrine Meaning: The Stone of Abundance
Discover the meaning of citrine, the golden 'Merchant's Stone' long linked with abundance, joy and warmth, plus how to use and care for it.
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Selenite Meaning, Properties & How to Cleanse With It
Discover the meaning, history and traditional qualities of selenite, plus how to cleanse your crystals with it and care for this soft, luminous stone.
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Black Tourmaline Meaning: The Protection Stone
Discover the black tourmaline meaning, its ancient lore as a guardian stone, and how people use and care for this grounding crystal today.
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Garnet Meaning: January’s Stone of Passion
Discover the meaning, ancient lore, colours and care of garnet, January's glowing birthstone of passion, devotion and protection.
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Moonstone Meaning, Properties & Lore
Discover the moonstone meaning, its lunar lore and symbolism, June birthstone links, and how to use and care for this luminous gem.
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Lapis Lazuli Meaning: The Stone of Wisdom
Discover the meaning, royal history and traditional uses of lapis lazuli, the deep-blue stone long treasured as a symbol of wisdom and truth.
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Crystal Meanings: An A-Z Guide for Beginners
A warm beginner's guide to crystal meanings, the traditional lore behind beloved stones like amethyst, rose quartz and citrine, and how to choose, use and care for them.
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Crystals for Beginners: Where to Start
A warm, honest beginner's guide to choosing your first crystals and caring for them with simple, time-honoured rituals.
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How to Cleanse Your Crystals (6 Gentle Methods)
Six gentle, time-honoured ways to cleanse your crystals, with care tips for which stones love water and which prefer moonlight or smoke.
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How to Charge Your Crystals: A Simple Guide
A warm, practical guide to the traditional ways of charging crystals, moonlight, sunlight, selenite and more, plus how often to do it and which stones to keep out of the sun.
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Where to Place Crystals in Your Home
A warm, room-by-room guide to placing crystals around your home, drawing on traditional crystal lore and feng shui.
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The Best Crystals for Calm & Anxiety
A warm guide to the crystals traditionally turned to for serenity, amethyst, rose quartz, lepidolite and more, plus how to use and care for them.
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