Crystal Encyclopedia

Crystals for Capricorn

Capricorn (December 22 to January 19) is an earth sign, linked with ambition, discipline and endurance. In modern crystal practice these stones are paired with Capricorn; each card gives what that stone's own notes say about the link. These are traditions, not predictions.

49 stones

  • Aragonite

    The Spiky Centerer of Calm Resolve

    Aragonite is associated with the zodiac sign of Capricorn, whose diligence and sense of duty echo the stone's hard-working energy.

  • Black Tourmaline

    The Dark Guardian of Grounding

    Black Tourmaline is linked to the zodiac sign Capricorn, the disciplined and steady mountain goat, whose practical strength the stone mirrors.

  • Chalcopyrite

    The Golden Prism of New Beginnings

    Chalcopyrite is connected with the zodiac sign Capricorn, a sign of ambition, discipline and practical achievement.

  • Galena

    The Heavy Silver Mirror of Courage

    Because lead is traditionally linked with Saturn, some people connect it loosely with Capricorn, though this is a matter of preference.

  • Jet

    The Black Guardian of Quiet Mourning

    Jet is linked to the zodiac sign of Capricorn, whose disciplined, enduring nature suits this long-lived stone of tradition and protection.

  • Lavender Jade

    The Violet Flame of Compassion

    Lavender Jade is linked with Capricorn, a sign of discipline and patience that is believed to be softened by this stone's gentle spirit.

  • Ocean Jasper

    The Quiet Tide of Calm Waters

    Ocean Jasper is linked to the zodiac sign of Capricorn, whose steady discipline is thought to be softened and balanced by the stone's gentle, watery calm.

  • Scolecite

    The Gentle Needle of Deep Peace

    Scolecite is traditionally associated with the sign of Capricorn, offering a softer, more relaxed energy to this disciplined and hardworking sign.

  • Astrophyllite

    The Star Leaf of Boundless Potential

    Astrophyllite is associated with the zodiac signs of Cancer, Capricorn and Scorpio, signs of depth, endurance and transformation.

  • Augite

    The Dark Prism of Steady Resolve

    Some feel a natural affinity between dark, grounding crystals like Augite and earth signs such as Taurus and Capricorn.

  • Azurmalachite

    The Blue-Green Dance of Heart and Mind

    Azurite in Malachite is linked to the zodiac signs of Scorpio, Capricorn and Sagittarius, whose depth, discipline and curiosity suit this stone's layered nature.

  • Basalt

    The Dark Volcanic Foundation

    Some find it comforting for earth signs such as Taurus and Capricorn, though this is a loose association rather than a rule.

  • Bastnaesite

    The Rare-Earth Ember of Hidden Strength

    Some feel a loose kinship with grounded signs like Taurus and Capricorn, though this is not a firm rule.

  • Biotite

    The Dark Layered Page of Memory

    Some people feel a loose kinship with Scorpio or Capricorn for its depth and endurance, though this is not a rule.

  • Blue Apatite

    The Deep Blue Spark of Insight

    Blue Apatite is associated with the zodiac signs of Capricorn and Pisces, pairing practical drive with dreamy intuition.

  • Blue Fluorite

    The Ocean Voice of Honest Speech

    Blue Fluorite is associated with the zodiac signs of Cancer and Capricorn, joining emotional depth with discipline and structure.

  • Blue Onyx

    The Playful Blue Calcite of Deep Waters

    Blue Onyx is linked with Pisces and Capricorn, and may appeal to those who are dreamy and compassionate yet practical.

  • Blue Tiger's Eye

    The Blue Hawk of Clear Speech

    Blue Tiger's Eye is linked to the zodiac signs Leo and Capricorn, combining expressive confidence with steady, ambitious discipline.

  • Brown Tourmaline

    The Brown Harbor of Self-Acceptance

    Its grounded, practical nature is often welcomed by earth signs such as Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn.

  • Cassiterite

    The Steadfast Tin Stone

    Earth signs such as Capricorn and Virgo may feel an affinity for its practical, hard-working character.

  • Chocolate Calcite

    The Warm Cocoa Grounding Stone

    Earth signs such as Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn may enjoy its steady, practical character, though anyone can work with it.

  • Chromite

    The Dark Guardian of Deep Earth

    Earth and fixed signs such as Taurus and Capricorn may find its solid character comforting.

  • Coprolite

    The Fossil Keeper of Ancient Wisdom

    Coprolite is connected with the zodiac signs Capricorn and Virgo, earth signs of patience, practicality and careful work.

  • Crocidolite

    The Blue Fibre of Hard Lessons

    Because tiger's eye, formed from it, is linked to Leo and Capricorn, some people loosely associate those signs with it.

  • Cummingtonite

    The Layered Gray Keeper of Depth

    Some practitioners connect its earthy gray tones with Capricorn and Virgo, signs that value patience and craft.

  • Euxenite

    The Dark Ancient Core of Rare Earths

    Because of its dark, deep nature, some people link it loosely with Scorpio or Capricorn, though this is a matter of preference.

  • Ferberite

    The Black Forger of Focused Will

    Because of its toughness and dark color, some people link it loosely with Capricorn or Scorpio, though this is a matter of preference.

  • Franckeite

    The Layered Alchemist of Rare Mines

    Because of its dark, layered nature, some people link it loosely with Scorpio or Capricorn, though this is a matter of preference.

  • Goethite

    The Earth-Rooted Keeper of Home

    Its earthy nature is often felt to harmonize with the earth signs, Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, though this is a matter of personal feeling.

  • Green Garnet

    The Verdant Heart of Renewal

    Green Garnet is linked with Capricorn, Virgo and Aquarius, signs whose practicality, care and vision are believed to harmonize with this bright stone.

  • Malachite

    The Green Mirror of Transformation

    Malachite is linked to the zodiac signs of Scorpio and Capricorn, whose depth and discipline echo this stone's transformative, responsible nature.

  • Malacolla

    The Green and Cyan Heart Weaver

    Malacolla is linked with Scorpio, Sagittarius, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo and Capricorn, so many people may feel drawn to it for emotional depth and honest expression.

  • Manganite

    The Dark Crystal of Steady Resolve

    Those born under earth signs such as Capricorn or Taurus sometimes feel an affinity for its enduring, unshowy character, though no sign is required to work with it.

  • Monazite

    The Warm Seed of Rare Earth

    Those born under Taurus or Capricorn are sometimes said to feel at ease with its grounded character, though any sign may enjoy it.

  • Onyx

    The Black Pillar of Quiet Endurance

    Onyx is linked with Leo and Capricorn, and may appeal to those who seek confident leadership and disciplined perseverance.

  • Petrified Wood

    The Ancient Forest Turned to Stone

    Petrified Wood is traditionally linked with the earth signs of the zodiac, namely Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, whose practical, patient natures suit the stone.

  • Prasiolite

    The Green Heart of Self-Acceptance

    Prasiolite is associated with the zodiac signs of Capricorn and Scorpio, lending Capricorn tender self-compassion and helping Scorpio soften toward trust and acceptance.

  • Prehnite

    The Gentle Healer of Healers

    Prehnite is associated with the zodiac signs of Libra and Capricorn, helping Libra stand firmly in its own choices and giving Capricorn a softer, more heartfelt approach.

  • Red Garnet

    The Ember of the True Self

    Red Garnet is linked with Aries, Leo, Virgo, Capricorn and Aquarius, and is the traditional birthstone for those born in January.

  • Red Tiger's Eye

    The Ember Eye of Desire

    Red Tiger's Eye is linked to the zodiac signs Leo and Capricorn, combining fiery, expressive confidence with steady ambition.

  • Shattuckite & Galena

    The Dark Mirror of Truth

    This stone is traditionally associated with Capricorn, Sagittarius and Aquarius, bringing together discipline, honesty and visionary thinking.

  • Shungite

    The Ancient Shield of Karelia

    Shungite is traditionally associated with Scorpio, Cancer and Capricorn, signs that are sensitive, protective and enduring, and that many say benefit from its shield.

  • Snowflake Obsidian

    The Winter Stone of Mindful Patterns

    Snowflake Obsidian is linked with Capricorn and Virgo, and may appeal to those who value discipline, order and thoughtful self-improvement.

  • Spessartine Garnet

    The Tangerine Spark of Voice

    Spessartine Garnet is linked with Aries, Leo, Virgo, Capricorn and Aquarius, signs whose initiative, pride and discipline are believed to harmonize with it.

  • Tetraferrophlogapite

    The Layered Mica of Patience

    Those drawn to earth signs such as Taurus and Capricorn may find its patient, methodical character especially familiar.

  • Tiger's Eye

    The Golden Gaze of Courage

    Tiger's Eye is linked to the zodiac signs Leo and Capricorn, uniting the proud, radiant spirit of the lion with the disciplined ambition of the mountain goat.

  • Uvarovite Garnet

    The Emerald Frost of Abundance

    Uvarovite Garnet is linked with Taurus and Capricorn, earth signs whose patience and ambition are believed to align well with its abundant energy.

  • Vesuvianite

    The Volcanic Green of Inner Alignment

    Vesuvianite is linked to the zodiac signs Capricorn and Sagittarius, pairing the disciplined goat with the questing archer.

  • Vivianite

    The Twilight Blue Heart Awakener

    Vivianite is linked to the zodiac signs Cancer and Capricorn, pairing the protective, nurturing crab with the steady, dependable goat.