Beryl
About Beryl
Beryl is a beryllium aluminium silicate mineral family that includes some of the world's most precious and beloved gemstones. Pure beryl is colorless, but trace elements create the stunning variety of colors that have made beryl varieties treasured throughout history - from the deep green of emerald to the soft pink of morganite.
Crystal Properties
- Mohs Hardness: 7.5-8
- Chemical Composition: Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈ (Beryllium Aluminium Silicate)
- Crystal System: Hexagonal
- Colour: Colorless (pure), green, blue, pink, yellow, red (depending on trace elements)
- Chakra: Varies by variety
- Element: Varies by variety
Beryl Varieties
The beryl family includes several precious gemstone varieties, each colored by different trace elements:
- Emerald - Green (chromium/vanadium) - Heart Chakra
- Aquamarine - Blue to blue-green (iron) - Throat Chakra
- Morganite - Pink to peach (manganese) - Heart Chakra
- Heliodor - Golden yellow (iron) - Solar Plexus Chakra
- Goshenite - Colorless (pure beryl) - Crown Chakra
- Red Beryl - Red (manganese) - Root and Heart Chakras (extremely rare)
Metaphysical Properties
Known as stones of clarity and manifestation, beryl varieties share common properties of enhancing mental clarity, promoting courage, and supporting spiritual growth. Each variety carries unique energies based on its color, but all beryls are valued for their ability to filter distractions, reduce stress, and help you stay focused on your goals and highest path.
How to Use Beryl
Work with different beryl varieties based on your specific needs - emerald for heart healing and abundance, aquamarine for communication and calm, morganite for divine love, heliodor for personal power, or goshenite for spiritual clarity. All beryls support mental focus, emotional balance, and spiritual evolution.