The mineral grimoire
Stones & crystals & metals
Explore a regularly updated grimoire dedicated to composition, history, symbolism and traditional uses.
Find your way
Which stone are you looking for?
Search the mineral and metal grimoires directly by name.
Enter at least two letters.
Two paths
Choose your path through the grimoire
Stones & crystals
The mineral world
Composition, formation, identification, symbolism and care for stones and crystals.
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Metals
The world of metals
History, planetary correspondences and the traditional magical uses of metals.
Explore the entriesRead with discernment
From matter to symbol
Each entry begins with observable points: composition, hardness, lustre, origin and care precautions. They help identify a stone and preserve it without damage.
Symbolic correspondences and traditional uses are then placed in context. They convey practices and stories, but never replace medical advice or a scientific approach.
Recently added
The latest grimoire discoveries
Browse the newest entries from the mineral and metal grimoires.
Words to know
A small mineral glossary
Twenty useful notions for understanding mineral descriptions and vocabulary.
Continue the discovery
A curated selection of stones and mineral forms connected with the grimoire.
Your mineral questions
Short answers to the questions most often asked before choosing or caring for a stone.
How should I choose a stone?
Begin with the mineral’s physical characteristics, origin and intended symbolic use. Personal attraction can guide you, but it does not replace reliable information.
How can I purify a mineral?
Choose a gentle method suited to the stone, such as smoke, sound or placing it near a suitable mineral. Check its physical sensitivity first.
How can I recharge a stone?
Soft light, moonlight or resting on a suitable mineral are commonly used methods. Avoid prolonged exposure when a colour or structure is sensitive.
Can several stones be combined?
Yes. Keep the combination simple and coherent with your intention, then adjust it according to comfort and personal practice.
Which stones should be kept out of the sun?
Some coloured minerals can fade in prolonged direct sunlight, including amethyst, rose quartz and fluorite. Prefer soft or indirect light.
Can every mineral be placed in water?
No. Soft, porous, soluble or metallic minerals may be damaged or release undesirable compounds. When in doubt, use a dry method.
