Unicorn Crystals
Here is a list of some crystals associated with Unicorns. Under the cut I have included more info, as well as where the link to unicorns comes from.
Unicorn Stone (lepidolite and pink tourmaline)
Lepidolite
Kunzite
Ametrine
Girasol
Selenite
Pink Amethyst
Opalite
Peridot
Clear Quartz
Peacock Ore
Rainbow Moonstone
Golden Healer
Golden Rutilized Quartz
Unicorn Crystals
Unicorn Stones
Also called: Unicorn Crystal, Pegmatite, Lepidolite and tourmaline
Unicorn stone is lepidolite with pink tourmaline in pegmatite, often with (smokey) quartz to bind them together.
Hardness: Unknown, tourmaline is 7.0 – 7.5, while quartz is 7.0
How to identify it: A purple stone with pink flecks, either completely purple and pink, or set within white.
Important safety information: None
Magical associations/uses: Unicorn energy, connecting other realms, intuition, brings joy, gently calming, self love, balance between mind and body, good for meditation, cleansing, attracting positivity
Sources connecting it to unicorns: myself
Lepidolite
Also called: Lithium glimmer
Hardness: 2.5 – 3.0 mohs, tumbled stones and the like are often combined with quartz, making them more durable
How to identify it: Soft purple and pink opaque stone. It has mica in it so it shimmers gently, especially in its raw form.
Important safety information: Raw lepidolite can split easily, because it is built up of layers of mica
Magical associations/uses: Unicorn energy, pleasant dreams, brings joy, helps set and keep boundaries, gently calming, self love, authenticity, discovering magical talents
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix, and Unicorn Magic by Tess Whitehurst
Kunzite
Also called: Lilac spodumene
Hardness: 6.5 – 7.0 mohs
How to identify it: Transparent stone in a very subtle pink to lilac colour. The way you look through this stone determines what colour you see. It is pleochroistic, when looked through it length wise the colour will look purple, when looked through it side wise it is pink to transparent.
Important safety information: Fades in sunlight
Magical associations/uses: Love and dedication in all its forms, heals heartache, brings vitality and youthfulness, helps against stage-fright, brings creativity and new ideas
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix, and Unicorn Magic by Tess Whitehurst
Ametrine
Also called: Trystine, Bolivianite (in the past)
Hardness: 7.0 mohs
How to identify it: A natural mix of amethyst and citrine, this is a transparent crystal in (deep) purple and yellow
Important safety information: Fades in sunlight
Magical associations/uses: Intuition, sense of calm and control, creativity, new ideas, steadfastness, brings joy, concentration, harmony between spirituality and intellect, contentment, helps stay happy even in adversity
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix
Girasol
Also called: girasol opal, water opal
Hardness: 5.0 – 6.0
How to identify it: Girasol is a type of transparent (hyalite) opal with a blue light or sheen that follows the light source.
Important safety information: Can fade in sunlight, do not clean in water
Magical associations/uses: Protection, brings joy, optimism, love of life, authenticity, creativity, stimulates interest in art and appreciation for beauty, love, passion, inner peace, insight into the subconscious, making new friends
Sources connecting it to unicorns: myself
Selenite
Also called: Satin spar, Desert rose, Gypsum flower, Maria glass (transparent selenite)
Hardness: 2.0 mohs
How to identify it: Selenite is a crystalline form of gypsum stone. It comes in different colours: white, yellow, orange, red, and transparent. It is semi-opaque and has a satiny sheen.
Important safety information: Chips and breaks easily, dissolves in water
Magical associations/uses: Moon magic, unicorn energy (especially carved spirals), lunar unicorn energy, magic, positivity, intuition, journeying, cleansing, meditation, divination, calming, rest.
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix, Unicorn Magic by Kitty Bishop, Diane Cooper
Pink Amethyst
Hardness: 7.0 mohs
How to identify it: A transparent to semi-transparent crystal in an earthy, dusty pink colour. A newly discovered stone, this was first mined in 2019 in Patagonia, Argentina. Pink amethyst gets it dusty pink colour from the inclusion of hematite, where rose quartz gets it from the inclusion of titatium, iron, and manganese. Therefor pink amethyst is closer to regular amethyst than any other quartz, but it’s power softer and closer to earth.
Important safety information: Fades in sunlight
Magical associations/uses: Love, the heart, relieves stress, compassion, empathy, emotional balance, self love, self-confidence, intuition.
Sources connecting it to unicorns: myself
Opalite
Also called: Opal (this is false), Opaline
Hardness: 5.0 mohs
How to identify it: Milky white, translucent stone with blue or pink hues. It almost resembles the unicorn’s iridescent coat.
Important safety information: None, it is glass
Magical associations/uses: Tranquility, softness, water, healing, inner wisdom, communication
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix
Peridot
Hardness: 6.0 – 7.0 mohs
How to identify it: A transparent stone in a bright spring green, often only available in small stones
Important safety information: Can fade in sunlight
Magical associations/uses: Brings joy, self-confidence, opens the heart to love, also of the self, abundance, prosperity, connecting with nature, connecting with the Fair Folk (and therefore unicorns), compassion, promotes kindness, empathy, strengthens your self worth, inner feeling of warmth and contentment “like sitting in the sun on a spring day”
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix
Clear Quartz
Also called: Mountain quartz, Mountain crystal
Hardness: 7.0 mohs
How to identify it: A transparent and clear quartz stone, sometimes with cracks that can reflect rainbows like a prism.
Important safety information: None
Magical associations/uses: Strengthens any working, brings clarity, cleansing, meditation, healing, hopefulness, programmable stone, conducts and channels energy, concentration, protection
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix, Unicorn Magic by Tess Whitehurst, Unicorn Magic by Kitty Bishop, Diane Cooper
Peacock Ore
Hardness: 3-3.25 mohs
How to identify it: A sulfite mineral with a copper base and iridescent hue. The texture is rough. The iridescent hue is a natural occurrence due to copper, iron, and sulphur, so it is not man made.
Important safety information: None
Magical associations/uses: Working galaxy magic, spiritual journeying, self-confidence and self-esteem, pride workings
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix
Rainbow Moonstone
Hardness: 6.0 mohs
How to identify it: White translucent stone with a blue opalescent flash. Sometimes with black specks in it as well.
Important safety information: None
Magical associations/uses: Moon magic, lunar unicorn energy, magic in general, calmness, uplifting, dream work, spiritual growth, connect with your inner self
Sources connecting it to unicorns: mentioned in Llewellyn’s little book of Unicorns by Angela A. Wix, and Unicorn Magic by Tess Whitehurst
Golden Healer
Also called: limonite quartz
Hardness: 7.0 mohs
How to identify it: A clear quartz with a natural golden yellow colour. It gets its colour from the amount of iron inside the quartz, and the colour can range from yellow to dark brown
Important safety information: None
Magical associations/uses: Sun magic, solar unicorn energy, healing, creativity, inspiration, courage, seeing the truth, prosperity, freedom, contentment, bring joy and energy
Sources connecting it to unicorns: myself
Golden Rutilized Quartz
Also called: Rutile in quartz, sagenite
Hardness: 7.0 mohs
How to identify: A clear quartz with inclusions of golden needle-like strands, almost looking like unicorn hair.
Important safety information: None
Magical associations/uses: Sun magic, solar unicorn energy, hope, confidence, courage, growth, strengthens spirituality, cheerful energy, independence, self love, healing, protection, setting and keeping boundaries, inspiration, motivation, abundance
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Fern's introduction to: Unicorns
(Disclaimer, this is my personal view on these spirits and therefore upg heavy)
To me, unicorns are creatures that bring hope, joy, and wonder when we most need it. They remind us there is beauty and magic to be found everywhere, even in the smallest things.
They are part of the Fair Folk, of the holden or helpful/blessing folk. Unicorns are healers, and their horn can purify water and other substances, clearing them of poisons. They invite us to frolic with them, to embrace our own authentic self and our inner child. But, that horn is not for show. They are courageous and can be fierce when defending their homes or the ones they call theirs. They are also symbols of freedom, unable to be caught or brought down.
Unicorns are often tied to “purity” bringing to mind the tapestry of the virgin and the unicorn. However, fuck purity culture, we don’t need to be virgins to call upon the unicorn. Purity in their case means pure of heart, in the sense that you are honest, above all, with yourself. That you see and live your own truth, even in the tiniest ways. It takes courage to be authentic, and the unicorns see and support us in exploring and expressing our own selves.
In working with unicorns and their magic I have found so much love and magic. Even in this short time they have fit in seamlessly into my practice of hopepunk and authenticity. They are kind, they are uplifting, and they show me the wondrous and beautiful things still in this world.
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