Black Onyx<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen a layered chalcedony formation harbors a deep, black coloring, you\u2019re dealing with black onyx. While typical onyx can have white bands running through it and sardonyx has a red color, black onyx is as close as you can get to a singular, consistent black color. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s harder than it may seem, which is why artificially colored onyx and sardonyx are sold as black onyx on the market. Of all the black gemstones, black onyx can be one of the most potent, so you should try to get your hands on the genuine article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This stone is famously used in meditation due to the belief that it wards away negative energies with powerful vibrations. It\u2019s also associated with healing, especially when the problem is located in the lower half of your body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a great stone that physically and emotionally grounds its owners, one of these crystals can help Aries regulate their bodies and thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Onyx is best activated with running water and it should avoid being left in direct sunlight, as this will dull the color and weaken the stone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also tell if your black onyx is real by heating it with a lighter for a few seconds and then putting it in water, where non-genuine onyx will show damage. As one of the hardest stones around, real onyx won\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Quite like aquamarine, onyx is a great foundational healing crystal that can be combined with many zodiac signs, including Aries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Black onyx specifically is associated with the protection of the crown chakras when they are opening, protecting you from vulnerability when meditating and thinking on other important matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Carnelian<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nKnown for its brown-orange-red coloring, carnelian is a gemstone that\u2019s heavily associated with fire. Even in its deeper colors, as sard, these stones harbor darker red and almost black coloring, like brimstone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Like black onyx, it\u2019s a form of chalcedony but its colors have been changed by iron oxide impurities, creating that red\/orange rust-like color that the crystal is known for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The association of carnelian and heat has been around for quite some time, not just because of its orange color. In Roman times, seal rings were made using carnelian because it was one of the few stones that hot wax did not stick to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It also has architectural significance to the Minoans, Egyptians, Phoenicians, Etruscans, and is mentioned in the Bible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The fiery nature of carnelian means it\u2019s often used to bolster the ability of other gemstones by acting as a catalyst. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
That fiery energy matches the demeanor and ambitions of Aries individuals and, while there can be downsides to it, an Aries doesn\u2019t want to lose the fire that keeps them going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When an Aries feels like they need to rekindle that fire, holding a carnelian can help. This can be great when feeling emotionally defeated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Naturally, using this stone when you already have a strong fiery personality can make you too fiery, encouraging self-centeredness and other negative Aries traits. It may be a good idea to balance carnelian out with aquamarine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Citrine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhile carnelian has a darker and more orange color, citrine is a quartz variety that\u2019s anything from pale yellow to a deep, golden amber color. It\u2019s a bright stone that\u2019s heavily associated with summer, perfect for uplifting those who hold it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As is common for bright, eye-catching gemstones, it has a history of being used by Greek and Roman jewelry on rings. Since then, it has remained a staple of bright summer fashion and displays of positive energy, even as recently as Art Deco fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Naturally, the association between summer and light is ultimately linked to sunlight and fire. While it won\u2019t be as powerful as carnelian, citrine is a great addition to an Aries crystal collection because it focuses on many of the same properties but to a lesser degree. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aries is also the sign of new beginnings, as we have mentioned, and so this bright and summery stone is in-tune with the new ideas of Aries individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More generally, citrine is also thought to help with the manifestation of those ideas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where Aries may start many things but not finish them, citrine can refocus your priorities and help you to manifest what you want in your work, accept criticisms of what you\u2019ve done, and then use it to make positive changes in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Much like amethyst, citrine can help its wearers\/holders feel lighter along with its literal light color. It can also help you maintain optimism for the future and resist phobias and other anchoring feelings bearing down on you in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Clear Quartz<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nQuartz is a large category that encompasses many crystallized silica, making up the second-most abundant mineral on Earth. As we mentioned above, amethyst and citrine are varieties of quartz, but let\u2019s go into more detail about clear quartz. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Due to its popularity over time, the biggest historical clear quartz is a Lotharingian engraving from the 800s depicting the story of Susanna from the Bible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Quartz often develops with several colors and imperfections present in the crystal but, when that stone is clear or milky white, it\u2019s rarer and sought after for its purity. That\u2019s clear quartz. It carries a natural luster and has long been associated with ice and healing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s also a crystal that has a powerful vibration, which is thought to channel the holder\u2019s thoughts. With an Aries, where they have high ambitions and too many fresh ideas bouncing around their head, a rechanneling of one\u2019s goals and priorities can be useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t forget the elemental connection here, too. Since clear quartz is often associated with ice, it\u2019s another of those stones that stand opposite of fire, sunlight, and other Aries-related imagery for heat. Like aquamarine, it can be used to bring a strong Aries personality into balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Clear quartz is a must for many crystal collectors because it is compatible with many other stones. When combined with other stones related to Aries, it helps to keep them in balance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even if you\u2019re not an Aries, it\u2019s considered one of the best healing crystals and a fundamental component of a well-rounded crystal collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n