Aragonite Meanings

Balancing energy fields, emotional healing, renewed strength and confidence

Chakras: All

Element: Storm

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Number: 9

Aragonite Crystal Healing Properties

Aragonite is believed to have a soothing and uplifting energy. It is felt to be a great facilitator if the gentle opening and cleansing of the chakras and activation of the auric field. It is thought to encourage the expression of ones energy in words, the arts or other communication channels. Also, Aragonite may assist with emotional growth and self healing, while encouraging us to find the calm centre in our hearts.

History and Uses

Aragonite, also called tufa and tchazar crystal is named after the Aragon River in Spain where it was first discovered in 1788. It occurs in a variety of colours including white, grey, reddish, yellow, and blue.

Interestingly, it forms the skeletons of some marine creatures both living and fossilised. Secreted by molluscs, it forms the lustrous mother of pearl in shells and nacre in pearls.

For metaphysical uses, the reddish star clusters from Morocco or the blue specimens from China are most popularly used.

This crystal was traditionally used to bring a stabilising effect to adolescents, helping them to be more patient, responsible and channel their energy productively. It was a favourite of Spanish monks who carved it to make their rosary beads.

Geological Description

Aragonite is a calcium carbonate mineral with an orthorhombic crystal system and a hardness of 3.5 to 4. It can be found in Spain, Morocco, China, Greece, Austria, England, Czech Republic, Mexico, Peru, Pakistan and the USA.

Affirmation

I create balance and harmony within myself as I go forward with the healing of my emotional body.