Chakra gemstone reference list

Wearing Gemstones for Balance and Energy

Gemstone jewellery isn’t just beautiful — it can also be a gentle reminder of how we want to feel each day. Many people believe that gemstones connect with the body’s seven main energy centers, or chakras. Each chakra relates to a different part of life, from feeling grounded and confident to expressing love and intuition.

By wearing gemstones that align with each chakra, you can support your own sense of balance and wellbeing. The colors and energies of these stones can help you feel more centered, calm, and connected to yourself. Whether you choose a bracelet for focus, a pendant for self-expression, or a ring for emotional strength, each stone can carry a quiet meaning that stays with you throughout the day.

The list below shares some of the most popular gemstones for each chakra and what they represent. Use it as a simple guide when choosing jewellery that reflects your mood, your goals, or the energy you’d like to invite into your life.


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 🌈 Root Chakra (Muladhara)

Color: Red, black, dark brown
Focus: Grounding • Stability • Security

  1. Red Jasper – Restores vitality and physical strength.

  2. Garnet – Inspires courage and energizes the body.

  3. Hematite – Grounds and protects from negative energy.

  4. Smoky Quartz – Dissolves fear and anchors spiritual energy.

  5. Black Tourmaline – Shields against negativity and stress.

  6. Bloodstone – Encourages endurance and resilience.

  7. Onyx – Promotes inner strength and self-control.

  8. Obsidian – Reveals truths and clears emotional blocks.

  9. Tiger Iron – Enhances stamina and balanced determination.

  10. Mahogany Obsidian – Grounds while gently releasing old patterns.

    Mookaite - Vitality, adventure, protection and insight

    Dalmation Jasper - Strong connection to the earth

    Zebra Jasper - Grounding, security and stability

🧡 Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)

Color: Orange
Focus: Creativity • Emotions • Sensuality

  1. Carnelian – Boosts creativity, confidence, and motivation.

  2. Sunstone – Brings joy, warmth, and self-empowerment.

  3. Orange Calcite – Inspires playfulness and emotional balance.

  4. Amber – Encourages self-expression and vitality.

  5. Fire Agate – Ignites passion and life force energy.

  6. Peach Moonstone – Enhances emotional understanding and sensitivity.

  7. Tangerine Quartz – Promotes creativity and acceptance of change.

  8. Spessartine Garnet – Sparks enthusiasm and creative drive.

  9. Aragonite – Grounds emotions while increasing flexibility.

  10. Coral – Promotes harmony and energy flow.

💛 Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)

Color: Yellow, gold
Focus: Confidence • Willpower • Personal Power

  1. Citrine – Attracts success and strengthens confidence.

  2. Yellow Jasper – Provides perseverance and inner strength.

  3. Golden Tiger’s Eye – Encourages focus and balanced confidence.

  4. Pyrite – Stimulates motivation and protects from negativity.

  5. Amber (yellow) – Encourages optimism and mental clarity.

  6. Yellow Calcite – Lifts self-esteem and motivation.

  7. Honey Quartz – Inspires gentle empowerment and joy.

  8. Golden Beryl (Heliodor) – Promotes courage and personal growth.

  9. Yellow Aventurine – Boosts optimism and self-worth.

  10. Sulphur Quartz – Clears doubts and enhances willpower.

    Yellow Jade - Wealth, optimism, joy and vitality

💚 Heart Chakra (Anahata)

Color: Green and pink
Focus: Love • Compassion • Healing

  1. Rose Quartz – Opens the heart to unconditional love.

  2. Green Aventurine – Brings emotional balance and renewal.

  3. Rhodonite – Heals emotional wounds and encourages forgiveness.

  4. Rhodochrosite – Inspires self-love and joy.

  5. Malachite – Promotes transformation and emotional honesty.

  6. Chrysoprase – Revitalizes the heart and inspires optimism.

  7. Jade (Chinese/Nephrite) – Encourages harmony and good fortune.

  8. Amazonite – Balances emotions and promotes truth.

  9. Moss Agate – Grounds the heart and connects to nature.

  10. Kunzite – Opens the heart to divine love and peace.

    Green fluorite - Emotional healing, love and compassion

    Morganite - Self love and harmony

    Pink opal - Emotional renewal and spiritual connection

    Peridot - Releases guilt and anger

💙 Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)

Color: Blue, aqua
Focus: Communication • Truth • Expression

  1. Aquamarine – Calms emotions and promotes honest expression.

  2. Blue Lace Agate – Encourages peaceful communication.

  3. Sodalite – Fosters clarity and logical expression.

  4. Lapis Lazuli – Reveals truth and strengthens confidence in speech.

  5. Angelite – Promotes compassion and gentle communication.

  6. Blue Apatite – Stimulates clarity and creative speech.

  7. Chrysocolla – Inspires truthful self-expression and calm strength.

  8. Celestite – Opens the channel for higher guidance and serenity.

  9. Kyanite (cyanite) – Aligns the chakras and clears communication pathways.

  10. Turquoise – Empowers authentic expression and emotional balance.

    Blue fluorite - Communication and self-expression

    Blue Aventurine - Calm and creativity

💜 Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)

Color: Indigo, dark blue, violet
Focus: Intuition • Insight • Perception

  1. Amethyst – Enhances intuition and spiritual awareness.

  2. Labradorite – Strengthens inner vision and transformation.

  3. Iolite – Promotes clarity and intuitive alignment.

  4. Fluorite (indigo/purple) – Clears confusion and strengthens insight.

  5. Lepidolite – Encourages calm awareness and emotional balance.

  6. Azurite – Expands intuition and mental clarity.

  7. Dumortierite – Boosts focus and spiritual confidence.

  8. Sodalite – Enhances rational thinking and intuitive trust.

  9. Lapis Lazuli – Connects intellect with higher wisdom.

  10. Sugilite – Inspires spiritual growth and protection.

🤍 Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)

Color: White, clear, violet
Focus: Spiritual Connection • Enlightenment • Higher Consciousness

  1. Clear Quartz – Amplifies energy and connects to higher wisdom.

  2. Selenite – Clears the aura and channels divine light.

  3. Amethyst (pale) – Promotes serenity and spiritual awareness.

  4. Lepidolite (lilac) – Calms the mind and connects to the higher self.

  5. Moonstone – Opens intuition and aligns with natural cycles.

  6. Howlite – Promotes peace, patience, and open-mindedness.

  7. Danburite – Connects the heart and crown to divine energy.

  8. White Topaz – Enhances clarity and spiritual purpose.

  9. Apophyllite – Lifts consciousness and clears energy blockages.

  10. Herkimer Diamond – Strengthens spiritual connection and lightness of being.

    White Jade - serenity and clarity of thought


    Wearing gemstone jewellery is a simple way to bring mindfulness into everyday life. 

    The stones you choose can remind you of what matters most — strength, peace, confidence, or love. 

    There’s no right or wrong way to wear them; just choose what feels good and supports your energy right now. 

    Over time, you may find that your favourite pieces become small, meaningful companions on your personal journey toward balance and wellbeing.

    I found an interesting page on the Australian Diamond Company website that has lots of ideas about colour and gemstones. It covers the psychology of colour in more detail.

    Check it out

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