Not all black crystals are created the same
We all own one or two or maybe more black crystals in our collection. A common characteristic of black crystals is that they are used for grounding and protection. Black crystals are a bit challenging because they almost look and feel the same. That is often the case with rocks.
Like red, black crystals are associated to the root chakra but many of them are strong earth chakra stones. Some of them work on the upper chakras and a lot of them are not crystals (in terms of chemical structure).
How do we know that we are using the correct crystal?
Let’s take a look at the properties of the crystals most commonly available in your favorite metaphysical store.
Black onyx
Onyx comes in different colors. Banded, multicolor and black are the most common. This is an immensely popular crystal for amulets and jewelry. It is an earth chakra crystal. For those whose energies are all scattered, it helps with concentration and to stay focused. It also helps to manage stress and grief. In the psychic aspect, black onyx is a good crystal to explore past lives and heal issues that created past lives trauma.
If you are exploring psychic abilities, use onyx to practice psychometry (the ability to discover facts about an event or person by touching inanimate objects associated with them).
Black obsidian
This is a rock that forms by rapid cooling of volcano lava. The cooling happens so fast that does not allow crystal growth. In the past it was used to make tools and weapons.
The best use for black obsidian is to shield from negativity and for cutting ties. This includes cutting off all those beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and habits that no longer serve us.
Snowflake obsidian is a variation of obsidian which is easy to recognize because of the white and light grey spots.
Obsidian is a good stone to use in developing psychic abilities for those interested in scrying.
Jet
Jet is fossilized wood. Like the other black stones, it shares the ability to protect and to ground. Jet is special though because it helps break with negative behavioral patterns and with irrational fears, like fear of dark forces or attacks.
Black Agate
Agate is a translucent variety of microcrystalline quartz. Is highly desirable for jewelry and accessories because of the variety of colors and the beautiful, banded patterns. Black agate is the crystal to help us see what lies beneath or what is behind what we are avoiding or fear. Is a good crystal to overcome obstacles and limitations. Its grounding and calming energy promotes balance of mind, body and spirit.
Shungite
The first thing to know about this rock is to make sure we obtain it from reputable dealers and stores. Shungite is known for being a purification stone, especially when used for treating water and for its anti-bacterial properties. That has to do with carbon content, which must be over 98%.
When it comes to the metaphysical, this stone works in the upper chakras. Like black tourmaline, it has that energy shield, protects from electromagnetic field radiation and psychic attacks. It also helps astral travel.
Other not so common but "must-have's"
Black spinel
Black spinel works like a grounding cord. Like black amethyst, this crystal will help healers recover from fatigue, and to ground excess high vibration energy. For all other healers, caregivers, and especially first responders included, who are exposed to a lot of pain and suffering resulting from tragic situations, black spinel helps with anger and grief.
Black amethyst
Black amethyst is amethyst with hematite inclusions. Is a “pick me up” crystal for healers that are working too much or feel burnt out. This is a crystal for the higher chakras, especially the third eye. It shares all the healing properties of the purple amethyst, but it has a grounding effect to it.
My top pick for black crystals is black tourmaline, check my other post on why I think black tourmaline is the bomb. You can find it anywhere, is affordable and it has layers of protection from the physical aspects all the way to psychic.
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