Collection: Clear Quartz

Origin: Worldwide

Colour: Clear

Birthstone for: April

Chakra zone: Crown

Best for: Clarity, focus and visualization

As one of the most abundant minerals in the world, clear quartz has been treasured across a broad range of cultures and geographies. In many cases, this crystal has been seen to signify purity and space, and has been symbolic of a vessel, carrying spirits and positive forces. Some ancient cultures believed that quartz crystals were alive – even to the point where they would take a breath, albeit once a century. The transparent nature of this stone reflects the clarity of thought which it offers; it is useful in expanding consciousness, and facilitating clear and open communication. Though it is particularly aligned with the crown chakra, it is known to resonate on some level with all chakras. Clear quartz is used in electrical engineering for its pyroelectric and piezoelectric properties – items such as computer chips, circuit boards and radios all contain quartz.

CRYSTAL TIPS Set this crystal on your third-eye chakra to establish clarity in your meditation. Try repeating mantras like, “I am clear about my goals and motivations,” as this will strengthen the visualization of your objectives and solidify the intentions of your practice.

Hold this crystal in the palm of your hand and focus on what you want to transfer to it. The crystal will take on your intentions and help you to manifest your goals through its amplification. It is, however, important to cleanse the stone regularly, in order to retain its positive energy.