Crystal Colours and their Meanings

Other than looking aesthetically pleasing, crystals also each have their unique sets of healing properties and benefits. However, there are so many of them (with more still being discovered) that it is just not feasible to memorize all these information. Fortunately, it is possible to determine generally what the crystal is for based on its colour alone. The following are the various colours of crystals and their general properties and associations.

White or Clear Crystals (Clear Quartz, Selenite, White Moonstone etc)

White or Clear crystals are used optimally for cleansing and purifying. Being powerful energizers, they purify and heal the aura. They clear your mind bringing clarity to your thoughts and actions.

Since they are associated with the Moon, they are great for enhancing intuition and psychic capabilities. Their energy is calm thus promoting peace and serenity which makes them the perfect choice for meditation or energy clearing.

Red Crystals (Ruby, Garnet, Red Jasper etc)

Red crystals resonate with the planet, Mars which is the planet associated with sex, drive and action. Their energy is raw and intense keeping you motivated and determined to follow through your goals. They are known to bring energy, self-confidence and courage. Heightening of libido and stimulating of creativity are also part of their functions.

Orange Crystals (Carnelian, Sunstone etc)

Orange crystals resonate with the Sun and is excellent for stimulating creativity and assertiveness. They have a vibrant and grounding energy to get things done. They can provide the vitality needed to get through major changes in life.

Pink Crystals (Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Pink Tourmaline etc)

Pink crystals is associated with the planet Venus and promotes unconditional love (including self-love) and forgiveness. It helps to heal emotions, overcome loss and dispel trauma. Their energy is gentle and warm bringing compassion and opening the heart to receiving and giving love.

Yellow Crystals (Citrine, Amber etc)

Yellow crystals resonate with both the planet Mercury and the Sun. They bring positivity, enlightenment by seeing things in a more complete perspective and willpower into our lives. They also strengthen our self-belief allowing us to push things through and express our real self.

Gold Crystals (Pyrite, Golden Tiger’s Eye etc)

Gold crystals are associated with wealth and abundance. Since they resonate with the Sun, they also bring enthusiasm and optimism.

Green Crystals (Moss agate, Green Aventurine, Malachite etc)

Green crystals manifest wealth and abundance. As a symbol of fertility, they help to nurture any form of growth including financially or spiritually. They resonate with the planet Venus, providing emotional healing and instilling compassion which helps to improve relationships with family and friends.

Blue Crystals (Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite, Aquamarine etc)

Blue crystals are excellent for self-expression and enhancing communication. They possess a calming and soothing energy helping us to balance our emotions and sooth our minds bringing assurance and clarity to our words.

Purple Crystals (Amethyst, Sugilite, Tanzanite etc)

Purple crystals resonate with the planet Jupiter. They draw spiritual energy into the physical plane enhancing our spirituality, intuition and higher self. They are great for meditation when we try to connect to the Divine and seek enlightenment.

Black Crystals (Obsidian, Black Tourmaline, Onyx etc)

Black crystals are the go-to protection stones as they can entrap and transmute negative energies. They can be used to shield against negative energies and unwanted entities as well as promoting a sense of physical and emotional safety. They are associated with the planet Saturn.

The list is inconclusive as crystals comes in all shades of colours. The colours mentioned above are only the more common ones with their general meanings. For more specific information, do refer to guides or write ups on individual crystals.