Common crystals are some that a number of people grew up learning about. These would include items such as, Rose Quartz, Pyrite (aka Fools Gold), Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Citrine, and Hematite. There a plenty of options available in your home state, no matter where you are located! These are easy to find varieties that someone with a little knowledge and curiosity might find while taking a walk in nature. Others can be collected at beaches, or while mining in known areas. These are also used for their healing properties as well as associated meanings. So while these are reconizable the meanings may not be. Hopefully you can reconize a few of the names and learn more about them. Included below are a few of those meanings with the common crystals and minerals.
Here are a few common crystals and what is commonly associated with each:
Rose Quartz – The love stone. Unconditional love including self-love, friendships or romance.
Pyrite (aka Fool’s Gold) – Abundance, confidence, protection.
Amethyst – Stress relief, spiritual wisdom, soothes irritability.
Clear Quartz – Clarity, amplification restoration.
Citrine – Prosperity, joy, optimistic energy.
Hematite – Grounding, balancing, protection.