Guide to crystal shapes
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ShapeCrystal pointsA crystal point is a quartz prism ending in a tip. Here is how it forms, how to choose one, how to care for it and how to tell it apart from a glass imitation.ShapeStone spheresA stone sphere is shaped from a block and then polished. Materials, sizes, weight, care and pitfalls to avoid (glass, lead crystal): everything you need to choose without mistakes.ShapeEggs, hearts and carved stonesEggs, hearts, turtles, moons or hands: carved stones are shaped on a grinding wheel. Materials, uses, care and the differences between hand-cut and moulded pieces.ShapeGeodes: formation and choiceA geode is a cavity in rock lined with crystals. How it forms, where the finest ones come from, how to care for it and how to spot a dyed geode.ShapeDruses and crystal clustersDruse, cluster, cathedral: these words all describe grouped crystals. Differences, formation, care and tips for choosing a fine cluster without surprises.ShapeTumbled stonesA tumbled stone is polished in a drum for weeks. How it is made, which materials to choose, what to do with it and how to spot dyed stones.ShapeRaw stonesA raw stone has been neither cut nor polished. How to recognise one, which precautions to take (dust, toxicity) and how to choose and care for your pieces.ShapeStone treesA stone tree is a small sculpture made of metal wire and stone chips. How it is made, the symbolism of the tree of life, how to care for it and the pitfalls to know.ShapePyramids and obelisksPyramids and obelisks in quartz, selenite or other stone: where these shapes come from, what science says about “pyramid power”, how to care for them and how to choose one.ShapeOrgonite: a decorative object, what we knowOrgonite is a blend of resin, metal shavings and crystals. Its origins (Wilhelm Reich), the state of current knowledge, and advice on buying it as a decorative object.ShapePocket stonesA pocket stone is a smooth pebble kept on your person. The origins of the practice, durable materials, what is known about comfort, and how to choose one.ShapeMalas and prayer beadsThe mala is a string of 108 beads used in India and Buddhism to count mantras. Its origins, materials, respectful use and care.
The meanings mentioned belong to tradition and symbolism. They are neither promises of results nor medical advice.