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Crystal	Caution
Actinolite	Fibrous form is a type of asbestos. Not recommended for elixirs.
Adamite	Contains Arsenic (Arsenate) and trace amounts of copper which is toxic.
Ajoite	Contains Aluminum, Copper.
Alexandrite	Contains Aluminum.
Amazonite	Trace amounts of Copper which is toxic.
Amblygonite	Contains Aluminum.
Andaluscite	Contains Aluminum.
Atacamite	Contains poisonous/toxic copper.
Auricalcite	Contains Zinc and Copper which is toxic.
Aventurine	Contains Aluminum.
Axinite	Contains Aluminum, Iron.
Azurite	Contains Copper, Toxic.
Bastnaesite	The chemical makeup of Bastnaesite does contain toxic elements which can react when combined with water.
Beryl Group (Aquamarine, Goshenite, Heliodor, Morganite)	Contains Aluminum.
Brazilianite	Contains Aluminum not recommended to use in its raw form.
Bronchantite	Contains Copper Hydrated Sulphate, Toxic.
Boji Stones (Kansas Pop Rocks, aka Concretin)	Contains Sulfur, Pyrite and/or Marcasite which is toxic (*also could be a fire hazard).
Bumble Bee Jasper	Contains toxic sulfur and arsenic
Chalcopyrite AKA Peacock Ore	Contains copper and sulfur which can be toxic.
Chrysoberyl	Contains Aluminum.
Chrysocolla	Contains poisonous/toxic copper. Safe for handling but not for use in elixirs.
Cinnabar	Cinnabar Contains mercury which can be poisonous/toxic Wash hands after holding. Do not touch hands to eyes or mouth while holding.
Conichalcite	Contains poisonous/toxic copper.
Copper	Contains poisonous/toxic copper.
Crocoite	Contains poisonous/toxic levels of Chromium. Do not touch hands to eyes or mouth while holding. Do not ingest.
Cuprite	Contains poisonous/toxic copper. Wash hands after holding. Do not touch hands to eyes or mouth while holding.
Dalmatian Jasper	Contains Aluminum.
Dioptase	Contains poisonous/toxic copper. Safe for handling but not for use in elixirs.
Dumortierite	Contains Aluminum.
Emerald	Contains Aluminum.
Epidote	Contains Aluminum.
Feldspar Group (Labradorite, Moonstone, Orthoclase, etc)	Contains Aluminum.
Galena	Contains high amounts of lead which can be poisonous.
Garnet (Spessartine, Uvarovite, Rhodolite, Hessonite)	Contains Aluminum.
Gem Silica	Contains poisonous/toxic copper. Safe for handling but not for use in elixirs.
Halite	Unfit for elixir use will dissolve in water.
Hematite	Unfit for elixir use will rust with prolonged exposure in liquid.
Hiddenite (Spodumene)	Contains Aluminum.
Idocrase.	Contains Aluminum.
Iolite	Contains Aluminum.
Jadeite	Contains Aluminum and Iron.
Kyanite	Contains Aluminum.
Labradorite	Contains Aluminum.
Lapis Lazuli	Contains Sulfur and possible Pyrite inclusions which are poisonous.
Lazulite	Contains Aluminum.
Lazurite	Contains Aluminum, Sulfur.
Lepidolite	Contains Aluminum.
Magnetite	Iron will rust, DO NOT use in elixirs or charging water.
Malachite	Contains poisonous/toxic copper.
Marcasite	Exposure to oxygen, may form a white powdery substance/residue which is poisonous/toxic Sulfuric Acid. If this occurs you should not wear next to the skin or touch. Not recommended for Elixirs.
Mica	Contains Aluminum.
Moonstone	Contains Aluminum.
Morganite	Contains Aluminum.
Muscovite	Contains Aluminum.
Orpiment	HIGHLY TOXIC levels of Arsenic. Wash hands after use, keep away from CHILDREN!! Do not put hands near eyes or mouth before washing hands.
Pargasite	Contains Aluminum so it is not recommended for elixirs or immersing in water to charge it.
Pietersite	Similar to Tiger's Eye. Fibrous form contains asbestos. Not recommended to use raw forms for elixirs.
Prehnite	Contains Aluminum.
Psilomelane	Contains poisonous/toxic Barium.
Pyrite	Pyrite may contain intermixed Marcasite. The Marcasite with time and exposure to oxygen, may form a white powdery substance/residue which is poisonous/toxic Sulfuric Acid.) If this occurs you should not wear next to the skin or touch. Not recommended for Elixirs.
Quantum stone / Quantum Quattro Silica	Contains poisonous/toxic copper.
Realgar	HIGHLY TOXIC levels of Arsenic. Wash hands after use, keep away from CHILDREN!! Do not put hands near eyes or mouth before washing hands.
Ruby	Contains Aluminum.
Sapphire	Contains Aluminum.
Scapolite	Contains Aluminum.
Schorl / Black Tourmaline	Contains Aluminum.
Selenite	Unfit for internal ingestion tiny shards may break off in water.
Serpentine	Fibrous forms are asbestos. Wash hands after use. Not recommended in elixir preparation.
Smithsonite	Contains zinc and may contain copper (green Smithsonite) Safe for handling but may be Poisonous/toxic when used in elixirs.
Sodalite	Contains Aluminum.
Spinel	Contains Aluminum.
Spodumene	Contains Aluminum.
Staurolite	Contains Aluminum and Iron.
Stibnite	Contains lead and antimony. Not recommended for elixirs.
Stilbite	Contains lead and antimony. Not recommended for elixirs.
Sugilite	Contains Aluminum.
Sulfur	Contains poisonous Sulfur.
Sunstone	Contains Aluminum.
Tanzanite (Gem variety of Zoisite)	Contains Aluminum.
Tiger Eye	Fibrous form contains asbestos. Not recommended to use raw forms for elixirs.
Topaz	Contains Aluminum.
Torbenite	Radioactive.
Tourmaline	Contains Aluminum.
Tremolite	Fibrous forms are asbestos. Not recommended for Elixirs. Wash hands after use.
Turquoise	Contains poisonous/toxic copper and Aluminum. Safe for handling but not for use in elixirs.
Ulexite	Contains toxic Boron.
Unakite	Contains Aluminum and may also contain Zirconium (Radioactive).
Vanadinite	Contains poisonous Vanadium.
Variscite	Contains Aluminum.
Vesuvianite	Contains Aluminum.
Wavellite	Contains Aluminum.
Wulfenite	Contains poisonous Lead & Molybdenum. Safe for handling but not for use in elixirs.
Zircon	Contains Zirconium, Radioactive.
Zoisite	Contains Aluminum.

May be Whatever you said right But then about the Copper here we in India Rate Copper as a Good for Health & we have felt that too, I use Copper Bottles for drinking water, store water in Copper Bottles or in Vessels & So Far I Haven't felt any thing bad, In fact eating in Aluminium we feel wrong, but Since the days are such that Copper & Brass or Bronze are So Expensive Middle Class people can't afford. Any way thank you for your Special service to man kind. Good Day Regards. (Submitted by: SadashivRao on August 14, 2021)

This is a very meaningful public service. Thank you so much! (Submitted by: Beyondtaste on July 02, 2021)

Thank you for sharing this Information. (Submitted by: Maria on January 13, 2021)

I just wanted to point out that zinc & copper are essential elements that keep us alive & functioning healthily. In fact, I take a supplement which is a specific blend of zinc & copper, both of which are mined. Likewise selenium, iron etc. The same goes for many minerals / elements. We require them for life.

Yes, I agree caution is necessary because I see many fools selling 'charged water' with the crystals still in the water. And nobody knows how long those crystals have been immersed in that water. The stupidity & ignorance I see & hear online & elsewhere are staggering ???? I've actually walked into shops selling crystals & charged water & informed them that what they're doing is dangerous to their customers & a legal liability for them, which is more often met with arrogance - they consider themselves so-called EXPERTS ???? - than gratitude. These are the shops / shop owners I avoid like the plague. The ones who think they have nothing to learn.

Both of these issues are the reason that people cannot rely on blog articles, self-proclaimed 'experts' & other such sources of information & should do their own PROPER research. Look into which elements / minerals are actually safe in trace amounts, which are not, which scientific studies have actually been done (and even those can be very wrong), their own common sense, and so much more.

I'm not slagging this article. I'm simply saying RESEARCH, and telling people who are saying 'I had no idea' that they SHOULD be far more informed & educated on this subject if they are working with crystals / stones. There's simply no excuse for this level of ignorance. (Submitted by: STK on September 03, 2020)

Important information. I had no idea so many stones and crystals could be harmful. Thank you. (Submitted by: Doranne Brennan on March 03, 2020)

This article helped me out a lot. I need to know what crystals are safe to put in my water both to get their energies. (Submitted by: Ronnie on June 22, 2019)

Very helpful article. I do note, however, that the names of stones and metals are common nouns, not proper ones. They should not be capitalized. (Submitted by: TPW on April 12, 2019)

Very helpful and confirmed my wanting to know how they chemically react (Submitted by: Veronica on August 20, 2018)

Extremely informative. Thank you for caring enough to educate this novice. (Submitted by: Sunshine on July 11, 2018)

really appreciate the information. i am new to crystals and appreciate all the help i can get. (Submitted by: sandra on March 25, 2018)

Good Advice and I've learnt a lot! (Submitted by: Donna Hackett on March 17, 2018)

This is the best sight I've seen in a long time. You offer everything. Especially the cautionary properties of the stone.
This is a very I'm formative shop and website. Very complete information.
Thank you so much!! (Submitted by: Stonehearted on February 04, 2018)

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Very informative. Didn't know some crystals and stones needed to be handled with care and caution or extra safety measures. (Submitted by: Debi on January 26, 2018)

Well this one is a real eye opener (Submitted by: Trina on January 14, 2018)

Great information, builds ones knowledge and safe handling is important. Thank you (Submitted by: DKZ on January 08, 2018)

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Very good to know, thanks. (Submitted by: jasmine on August 03, 2017)

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wow, this is very helpful know it is infact a life saver (Submitted by: STEFFAN C on December 17, 2016)

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Helpful thank you, the most informative site I have found on stating which stones not to use . Thank you for the list you have implemented here , it has truly helped . (Submitted by: Lush. on November 14, 2016)

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This is WONDERFUL information! Thank you so much!! (Submitted by: Melissa Goss on October 17, 2016)

Great ! Helpful info! Thank you very much! A lot of important facts I've learned today about certain crystals! (Submitted by: KathyR on October 12, 2016)

Very informative (Submitted by: Pamela on October 10, 2016)

Very useful and timely information. Thank you. (Submitted by: Chavah on August 25, 2016)

Absolutely informative! Thank you! (Submitted by: Valerie on June 21, 2016)

I enjoyed this article.
Thank You! (Submitted by: Bea on June 08, 2016)

Thank You this information has been very helpful (Submitted by: Brenda Charles on January 09, 2016)

Excellent article very informative did not know this much about crystals Thank you (Submitted by: suzyq on December 29, 2015)

I'm writing to suggest an urgent addition to your excellent "Crystal Safeguards" list.

I've been an avid mineral collector and lapidary since the 1960's.
You mentioned, very correctly, that the mineral "Conichalcite" contains toxic levels of copper. It also contains something far more dangerous - Arsenic! Conichalcite is Calcium Copper Arsenate Hydroxide. The average composition of the natural form of this mineral includes more than 28% Arsenic by weight. It should be handled only with gloves. One must be very careful not to breathe or ingest the dust.
How dangerous is it? Accidental ingestion of 2 grams of this mineral could kill an adult. (Physical injury can occur from much lower exposure.)

One last word... Conichalcite is sometimes found in small quantities in both Malachite and Chrysocolla. If you see a bright, grass-green or yellowish green layer in your Malachite or Chrysocolla specimens, or if you see crystals or crusts of either color associated with -any- mineral, please err on the side of caution!

Thanks for listening!
-Peter (Submitted by: Peter Steiner on June 04, 2015)

Good information Iam glad I read this article because I was wondering where the smell was coming from after running water over my stones now I know to wash up after handling the stones . (Submitted by: Patricia H on March 05, 2015)

Excellent information on the cautions to observe when handling minerals and crystals. (Submitted by: wolfendreams on November 05, 2014)

Thank you for providing the list of toxic crystals as a Certified Crystal Healer, your list is very handy. Crystal Blessings, Susan Moore (Submitted by: Susan M on February 23, 2015)

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Thank you for this information, I work with stones and crystals on a daily basis. (Submitted by: Nancey on May 29, 2014)

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Thank you so much for this information it was very helpful (Submitted by: carin on March 29, 2014)

So very happy to see this type of information being made accessible to new comers. I have been working with crystals, elixirs , and
therapies for a long time, and always in my classes warn people about using some crystals. Thanks for being so informative. (Submitted by: Terry on March 14, 2014)

Thank you very much. It is very informative..
Marilyn Maracle (Submitted by: Marilyn M on February 21, 2014)

Extremely informative, I have never made any elixir by fear of choosing the wrong toxic crystals, now thanks to that list, it gives me more confidence to try it with some stones one day :) (Submitted by: Yamina on February 11, 2014)

This is powerful information to have as the knowledge of gemstone therapy becomes more popular as a natural healing paradigm. Everyone needs to know how to safely use the gifts of Nature. Gemstones and crystals are considered as "ORIGINAL MEDICINE" because they were used in ancient times for physical, mental and emotional challenges along with other natural therapies. (Submitted by: Dr. Schavi M. Ali, Ph.D. on February 08, 2014)

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This is an informative ,excellent article . (Submitted by: Claudette M on January 21, 2014)

This article is very informative. Thank you for time and effort expended to share. (Submitted by: Gwendolyn J on January 05, 2014)

Thank you, Thank you, this is the first time I have seen this issue addressed. Very very informative. Your site is one of the finest I have had
the privilege to read. (Submitted by: Barbara on December 11, 2013)

very informative site (Submitted by: jade on October 31, 2013)

In all my years of dealing with stones, no one, other than vocally, has addressed this information. Bravo!!! Extremely well done! (Submitted by: Cherri on October 11, 2013)

I have never seen this addresed, before....thank you soo much! (Submitted by: Mary S on September 29, 2013)

Very good information, especially for a newbie! :-) (Submitted by: Cyndee on September 10, 2013)

Good to be responsible. Thank you for this information. (Submitted by: Kat V on September 07, 2013)

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new to the healing powers of crystals and fascinated by the power. This list is very helpful (Submitted by: Tearesa D on March 17, 2013)

thank you very much.. very helpful indeed:) (Submitted by: Nokomis on April 11, 2013)

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I am very impressed with this list as I have often thought of making elixirs with my stones in the past. This is something to think about.
Thank you for the info. (Submitted by: Nicole L on January 20, 2013)

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Super helpful list. Thank you! (Submitted by: sweetbombeet on January 04, 2013)

I really never thought about what these rocks contain thank you for this info. Better safe than sorry.
Helen (Submitted by: Helen on November 30, 2012)

Dope page! Thank you so much for the helpful information. (Submitted by: JedLi on November 12, 2012)

Fantastic informaton thanks sooo much hunni brillianty website best ever 5 stars if u had 5 xdx (Submitted by: female39 on October 07, 2012)

I totally enjoy your site. I am new to the use of the stone peoples. I want to learn how to use them properly, and what each one could help me. I have looked at so many sites and there was allways a feeling of something empty to me. I came across your site this evening and had a great feeling come over me. I have found everything I was interested in! And at a price I can afford!!! Due to my limited income I will be able to start ordering a couple at a time!! I'm so excited ! Thank You so much !! Also I have never ever seen a site that warned of toxcitity in the stones! Not even in books !! Again Thank You!!
Mrs Pat Garcia (Submitted by: Pat Garcia on September 13, 2012)

Awesome ... very helpful.

Thank you!!! (Submitted by: Kat on August 30, 2012)

This is excellent information. Thank you for sharing (Submitted by: angelartist on August 28, 2012)

(Submitted by: Jay on August 20, 2012)

I agree, this has been very informative. Thank you so much for letting us know that there are dangers as well as benefits from crystals. I am just starting to get into the healing power of crystals and really appreciate this information :) Many Thanx :) (Submitted by: CrazyBaby on August 08, 2012)

infomative (Submitted by: Suman Khound on July 29, 2012)

Just wanted to say a big thanks for this information. I've seen very little info of this type, except to mention it perhaps, in relation to using a particular stone in water. This is a much more comprehensive listing, and I'm grateful that I came across it.

Blessings,
Kate (Submitted by: kate on June 09, 2012)

This is a very handy list- definitely helpful on many levels. Most places just state that many crystals make great elixirs & to base it on their healing properties. Thank you for breaking it down and being clear! (Submitted by: The Art Teacher on January 01, 2012)

sorry i left out which stone. it was cinnibar, this stonecut my hand yesterday. i didn't feel any pain. why? if these are all toxic why do i feel fine and didnt originally or later have pain from the laceration it left on me? (Submitted by: rye on October 26, 2010)

It is in complete fear that this article is quite misleading on several counts.
It is often of benefit to the physical body to use some of these elements in a extremely small amount, not physically detectable, to clear some of these metals and elements from the body.
For example., minerals with aluminum content can assist in the removal of aluminum in the body.
Radioactive elements are also quite useful for many healing purposes.
When proper filtration is employed, meaning no physical parts remain in the solution for elixirs, there is no problem in my experience, 30 + years.
This article is based on the somewhat flawed view of the biochemical reality of the human body which has proven so harmful to bringing a body back into harmony.
We can not fear the vibration of stones and minerals, just because eating a pound raw can be hazardous.
Animals also have not been harmed by eating earth, water, and other supposed dirty substances.
Let's get over this worry of the unseen and show me verified reports of elixir poisoning.
For highly toxic substances, one can always use a double bowl method, whereby the stone does not come in direct contact with the water..
This is all fear that originates in Geology classes of being careful when handling certain stones, similar to the false fear of germs and bacteria. (Submitted by: fred on August 11, 2010)

Loved this article!!! Have been reading about stones and crystals for 45+ yrs. and have Never seen this particular information...particularly not all in one place!
Thanks so much for the helpful information!!

With much *Light,*
*Paula* (Submitted by: *Paula* on July 04, 2010)

i just found your site and found it quite enteresting i bought some stones and crystals cause i was told that serpentine was god for cats i was trying to find out how to use the stones and was thinking of putting it in their drinking water found your list and am soooo thankful cause i could of made my cats sick. i have other stones on your list also thanks for the info and i will put it on my fridge so others who are interested will know much love lydia (Submitted by: LYDIA on May 01, 2010)

BION I'm impsresed! Cool post! (Submitted by: Sharky on August 28, 2011)

Full of sailnet points. Don't stop believing or writing! (Submitted by: Youngy on August 29, 2011)

Do you sell orgonite? (Submitted by: CrystalFan on April 24, 2010)

Hi Crystal Fan!
Currently, we do not sell orgonite or orgonite products. However, our next newsletter is on orgonite and may provide some information or links that may be helpful to you.

Thank you so much for your comment!
with love and crystal blessings,
Kristi (Submitted by: Kristi on April 26, 2010)

Absolutely! We would love that!

The list was originally shared with us by Kristi, a member of the Healing Crystals team. We would love for you to freely pass this information to your clients!

For acknowledgments, here is all of the pertinent information. Use as much or as little as you need and word as you see fit.

Original list by Liz Gunther and Peggy Jentoff

Additions/corrections by Kristi Huggins

List published and provided by Kristi Huggins

List published on Healing Crystals

with love and crystal blessings,
Kristi (Submitted by: Kristi on April 06, 2010)

Hi there,
was wondering if I could republish this on my website - I have a retail crystal shop and a web shop. I have been cautioning my customers in a "general" way about elixir making and have until now -not found a comprehensive list of what to be most cautious about when doing so. My personal position was that elixirs are just not necessary to working with crystal energy and the idea of taking them into the body was unnecessary and potentially harmful. I would like to also distribut this list to clients - let me know if this is ok and what acknowledements you would require.
I am already on your newsletter list - and always find your articles both interesting,original and honest
thanks
susan (Submitted by: WonderWoman on April 06, 2010)

Thanks - wasn't aware of how many are that dangerous. And so many people just add stones to their drinking water to get the energy without checking! Good reference list. (Submitted by: Yvonne on December 24, 2009)

I found the article on crystal cautions very informative. I did not know some of the toxic compounds some of these chrystals have. I am always trying to be informed so that my pets do not get exposed to anything hazardous to they're health so some of these crystals will not be exposed. I also learned that some crystals lose their color when exposed to sunlight. Thank-you for this article! Is it allowed to be printed? Donna (Submitted by: donna on November 23, 2009)

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