Crystal

The most widely used mineral

Crystal is one of the most abundant minerals. Since ancient times it has enjoyed great popularity. The word „crystal“ comes from the Greek ‘krustallos’, which means „ice crystal“, because people thought that quartz crystals were pieces of ice that were frozen so deeply that they could not melt again.

The word „quartz“ is derived from the German word „Quarz“, which corresponds to the Czech word „hard“.

The best crystal has the clarity and luster of water and has been used throughout history to carve decorative objects and bowls. Today it is most often set in jewellery, where it is valued for its purity.

In the Czech Republic it is located near Nová Paka, Příbram, near Žulová in the Jeseníky Mountains, near Sobotín in the Ore Mountains, in South Bohemia, etc. The largest deposits abroad are Madagascar, Brazil, India, USA, Sri Lanka, Austria, Switzerland, Russia, Ukraine, Poland, etc.

THE BENEFITS OF CRYSTAL

• From the astrological point of view, it belongs to the sign of** Leo, Capricorn, Aquarius**.
• Within the chakra system – for all chakras, but most of all for the back of the head and forehead.
• It is associated with new beginnings, the stone for April, when signs of spring begin to appear, and the gemstone associated with Monday, the beginning of the working week.
• We use as a preventative measure – we wear the stone, we create crystal water.

The Crystal Guide

Crystal teaches us to see ourselves as we really are. Helps remove karmic burdens. It is known as a power stone and amplifies energy or intent, protects against negativity, attunes to the higher self, and strengthens the aura. Crystal is a universal remedy for all troubles. We place it on weakened chakras, which it unblocks and promotes energy flow.

Crystal Harmoniser

Crystal should not be missing in any home where energy exchange is needed. Acts harmoniously, influences interpersonal relationships in the family, can act as protection against electrical smog and radiation, balances pathogenic zones.

HISTORY

In ancient Greece, it was believed to be the petrified ice of holy waters that never melted. Ancient Romans used it against fevers and to soothe pain. Buddhism considered it one of the 7 precious stones, the stone of spiritual knowledge and purity. Tibetans used it as a remedy for open wounds, Japanese used it to symbolise patience and wisdom, Indians used it to communicate with the spirit world. Shamans in Australia used it to summon rain.

Christianity sees the crystal ball as God's white light, it contains a whole spectrum of colours, just like a rainbow after a rain. In the Middle Ages it was crushed into powder and used against dysentery, diarrhea, colic and gout. The pebble in the mouth eased the thirst and when placed on the tongue it was supposed to ease the temperature.

People of all cultures have revered it and put it to practical use. Wearing crystal has always been associated with balance, clarity and energy and has been attributed with benefits to overall health and spiritual well-being.

SPECIFICATION

Height approx. 80–100 mm.

Weight approx. 80–130 g.

Sharpened to a point.

Photo is for illustration only. Each semi-precious stone is a unique original and may differ slightly in shape and texture from the photographs.