Gray Shell is an iridescent crystal that has streaks of light-pink and blue-green. This crystal is formed on the inner layer of the shell of some mollusks. Gray shell is also known as the gray mother of pearl—harnessing its powers from the sea.
Gray Shell crystals have their own healing properties and are aligned with two of the seven chakras. These unique characteristics can help you determine if you should start wearing Gray Shell crystal jewelry.
This post is designed to help you better understand your new Gray Shell crystal fidget jewelry. If you are looking for more general information about crystals, check out our Crystals 101 guide.
What is the Meaning of Gray Shell Crystals?
All crystals have healing properties that represent what their meaning is. Gray Shell is believed to harness its power from the sea which begins to explain what the meaning behind the crystal is. This stone has five healing properties that can help you determine if it's the right crystal for you.
Healing Property 1: Perception
The first healing property associated with Gray Shell is perception. This stone is celebrated for helping people perceive situations for what they are. It is believed that this crystal can reveal who a person truly is and help you see through any facades they put up.
If you're someone that trusts people easily or have been betrayed by people you thought you knew, this stone could be beneficial for you. Many people have used Gray Shell to offer a layer of protection from people that have bad intentions.
Healing Property 2: Creativity
Gray Shell crystals are celebrated for fostering creativity in the person wearing them. This could be beneficial for someone in a creative field that is in a rut or for someone that is looking to think more creatively in their daily life.
This stone would be beneficial for someone experiencing writer's block, for leaders looking for creative ways to keep the people they're leading engaged, or for artists that are looking for their next spark of inspiration. When you need help stimulating your creative side, Gray Shell crystals could be what you need.
Healing Property 3: Clarity
This healing property goes hand-in-hand with the first healing property. Being able to perceive situations for what they are and to understand things clearly are vital tools when it comes to healing and protecting your peace.
This doesn't just relate to finding clarity in negative situations. It can also apply to clarity of thought when you find yourself overthinking and for decision making when you're stuck between multiple options.
Healing Property 4: Relaxation
This crystal is also associated with relaxation. Have you ever gone on vacation but returned feeling more exhausted than before you left? Or maybe you find yourself thinking about everything you have to do the next day when you're winding down for the night.
If the above description resonates with you, Gray Shell could be extremely beneficial in your healing practice. It is believed that this crystal can help you actually relax and recharge. It turns your mind off and allows you to fully be in the present.
Healing Property 5: Sensitivity
Finally, Gray Shell is associated with sensitivity. It is believed that Gray Shell can help you be more empathetic towards others. It helps you approach conversations with more sensitivity than you originally would.
This healing property would be powerful for someone in a position of leadership, or for someone that tends to approach situations through an analytical lens. It can help you think about how your decisions affect others and assess how your actions influence others emotions.
It is through these associations that have caused so many to appreciate the powers of this crystal. If you’ve been dealing with a ton of huge projects at work, trying to balance your social life, and just can't seem to find a moment alone, you might try Gray Shell to help bring you some peace and help you carve out your well-deserved relaxation time.
What Chakra is Gray Shell Aligned With?
Gray Shell is primarily aligned with the solar plexus and throat chakras. If you feel that you’ve been dealing with a lot of miscommunication and you’ve been lacking in confidence, it might mean that these chakras are out of alignment. It is believed that Gray Shell can help realign these chakras.
Which Zodiac Should Wear Gray Shell Crystal Jewelry?
Since Gray Shell crystals come from the sea, it makes sense that water signs would be influenced more than other signs. Specifically, it's recommended that Cancers wear Gray Shell crystal jewelry.
Cancers are very intuitive and tend to be self-protective. It is believed that Gray Shell can help amplify a Cancer's intuition and offer them an additional layer of protection from being hurt by people with negative intentions.
How to Cleanse Gray Shell Crystals
Crystals are drawn to the energies in their surrounding environments. This means that through the process of packaging and shipping, your crystal might have accumulated some negative energy.
This is totally natural and relatively easy to get rid of. If you use any of the following cleansing methods, you can rid your element of negative energies and recharge it with positivity:
- Charge it with sunlight. The first cleansing method you can use for Gray Shell is charging your crystal in the sun. You could either find a sunny spot in your home or leave your crystal outside. It's important that you don't leave your crystal in the sun for more than 30 minutes. Exposure to direct sunlight for extended periods of time can alter the color of your crystal.
- Wash it with salt water. Since Gray Shell comes from the sea, returning it to the ocean is a great way to wash away any negative energy. We know that not everyone is going to have easy access to saltwater, you can make your own concoction from home by mixing water with sea salt. Let your element soak in the your sea salt mix for a few minutes and let it completely dry before you begin wearing it.
- Use sage. Sage is an herb commonly used by crystal healers to cleanse crystals. You can use a sage smudge for this method. Take your sage and rub it on the crystal a few times, allowing it to soak up the negative energy.
It is important that every few months you engage with one of these methods to get rid of negative energies that your element might have come into contact with while you’re wearing it.
Healing With Your Gray Shell Crystal
Now that your element is charged with positive energy, you’re probably wondering what comes next.
The first step to using any crystal is to keep an open mind about its abilities. If you are skeptical of what your element might be able to do, you could hinder its healing energy.
Once you’ve worked through any skepticism you might have, you will want to set a specific intention that is related to the healing properties or associations listed above.
For Gray Shell, you might consider setting an intention of finding a comfortable balance in your life after experiencing a series of unexpected events. You could also set an intention to help you find more moments throughout the day of total relaxation time.
Once you’ve decided what your intention will be, hold your Gray Shell element in your hands and speak that intention into it a few times. This helps to charge the crystal with your intended usage and solidifies in your mind how you will incorporate your element in your life. When you wear your Gray Shell ring, keep your intention in mind and make decisions that align with that intention.
Use Gray Shell Crystal Jewelry to Heal With the Power of the Sea
Now that you know what your Gray Shell element is believed to do, it’s time to start changing your approach to life.
If you enjoy your Gray Shell element, consider checking out our full crystal collection to see what other crystals you can incorporate into your life.
Hear from the CONQUERing Community
Still not convinced Gray Shell is the right crystal for you? Check out these reviews from our customers to see what they think about their Gray Shell crystal jewelry:
"I LOVE my gray shell oval! So much rainbowy flash—it's gorgeous!"—Mindy about the Gray Shell Oval Crystal Element
"The hexbar in silver with gray shell is so beautiful! It changes depending on the light. I love the shape and they gave me the exact stone I would have chosen for myself."—Nicole about the Gray Shell HexBar™ Crystal Element
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