A.B.B. STONE LIBRARY

A living reference of the stones I work with.  Learn more or reaffirm what you know.  This list is fluid — it will grow over time.  Stones are listed A-Z.
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Essence: Balance & calm
Agate stabilizes without dulling your edge. A banded form of chalcedony quartz, it is known for layered patterns formed in volcanic rock cavities, each specimen carrying its own mineral story. Durable and receptive to polish, agate offers visual rhythm and quiet strength. In Aboriginal Bling Blam adornment, it anchors compositions, providing balance and composure while allowing expressive wirework to remain fluid. Those drawn to agate value harmony, patience, and steady confidence.
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Essence: Calm & protection
Amethyst quiets the noise. This violet variety of quartz, colored by trace iron and natural irradiation, ranges from pale lavender to deep purple. Long prized for clarity and saturation, it offers depth without dominance. In ABB work, amethyst is selected to bring contrast and calm focus to sculptural wire forms. People drawn to it are often navigating stress, transition, or heightened awareness.
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Essence: Expression & clarity
Aqua Aura Quartz is clear quartz bonded with vaporized gold, producing an iridescent blue surface that catches light with immediacy. While retaining quartz structure, the surface treatment introduces a distinctly contemporary energy. In ABB adornment, it is used sparingly as an accent stone, introducing light-play and modern resonance into ancient wire traditions. It is chosen by those who move between emotional depth and expressive clarity.
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Essence: Growth & opportunity
Aventurine is a quartz variety known for its soft shimmer, created by mica or hematite inclusions that produce aventurescence. Smooth in texture and moderate in hardness, it carries movement without excess. In ABB designs, aventurine supports fluid compositions where subtle sparkle complements organic wire patterns. It appears when people are ready to expand, signaling growth and forward motion.
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Essence: Confidence & creativity
Carnelian ignites action. This translucent orange-red chalcedony derives its warmth from iron content and has been used historically in ceremonial adornment and seals. Visually energizing and resilient, it brings heat and vitality to a piece. In ABB application, carnelian is often positioned near the body’s center points, reinforcing momentum and presence. Those drawn to it are ready to move, not hesitate.
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Essence: Abundance & optimism
Citrine carries sunlight energy. A yellow to golden variety of quartz, natural citrine is relatively rare and typically lighter and earthier than heat-treated forms. Durable and luminous, it opens visual space within a design. In ABB work, citrine functions as a light-bringing element, used where openness and renewal are desired. It is often chosen during periods of expansion and optimism.
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Essence: Amplification & clarity
Clear Quartz reflects intention. Composed of pure silicon dioxide, it is among the most abundant minerals on Earth, valued for transparency and internal light play created by natural inclusions and fractures. In Aboriginal Bling Blam adornment, it is a foundational stone, allowing wire architecture and form to take precedence. It works with what you bring and reveals what is already present.
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Essence: Grounding & focus
Hematite anchors scattered energy. An iron oxide mineral with a metallic to matte finish, it carries notable weight and density, often appearing deep gray or black. In ABB compositions, hematite grounds lighter metal elements and stabilizes visual flow. Those drawn to it seek composure, mental clarity, and firm footing.
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Essence: Authority & vitality
Iron Pyrite does not whisper—it stands. Composed of iron sulfide with a brassy gold appearance and natural cubic formations, it is both brittle and commanding. A signature ABB stone, pyrite is often featured as a statement element symbolizing structure, value, and presence. Chosen by those stepping fully into authority, it carries unmistakable Bling Blam energy.
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Essence: Balance & longevity
Jade, encompassing jadeite and nephrite, is revered for toughness, smooth polish, and enduring strength. Ranging from pale green to deep emerald, it has long been associated with continuity and refinement. In ABB adornment, jade supports designs emphasizing longevity, harmony, and ancestral calm. Those drawn to it value quiet strength and enduring balance.
 
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Essence: Stability & nurturing
Jasper is an opaque chalcedony available in countless earth-toned variations, its patterns shaped by sedimentary processes and mineral impurities. Solid and grounding, it offers visual reliability without heaviness. A core ABB stone, jasper provides stability in complex wire builds, supporting during demanding seasons. It grounds without weighing you down.
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Essence: Alignment & communication
Kyanite forms in elongated blades, with hardness that varies by direction, requiring precision in setting. Its natural linear geometry informs movement and flow within a design. In ABB application, kyanite is chosen for alignment-focused pieces where direction and integrity matter. It flows naturally and is favored by those seeking clarity in communication and energetic coherence.
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Essence: Protection & transformation
Labradorite is a feldspar mineral known for labradorescence—internal flashes created by light interference within layered structures. Subtle at rest and luminous in motion, it rewards close viewing. In ABB adornment, it serves as a focal stone, activating transformation through interaction. It is a stone people return to, not for decoration, but for activation.
 
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Essence: Truth & expression
Lapis Lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic stone composed of lazurite, calcite, and pyrite, historically prized for pigment and power. Long associated with leadership and self-authorship, it carries cultural and symbolic weight. In ABB work, lapis is chosen for bold contrast and resonance, supporting clarity of voice and truth in expression.
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Essence: Calm & reflection
Magnesite is a lightweight magnesium carbonate mineral, typically white or softly veined, with a gentle surface texture. Its understated presence introduces pause and restraint. In ABB compositions, magnesite balances heavier metal elements, offering softness and visual breathing room. It is often chosen during periods of introspection and emotional recalibration.

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Essence: Transformation & release
Malachite is a copper carbonate mineral recognized by vivid green banding formed through layered growth. Relatively soft and sensitive, it demands thoughtful protection in setting. In ABB adornment, malachite is reserved for controlled designs where pattern and transformation are intentional. It does not hide emotion—it helps move through it.
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Essence: Truth & protection
Obsidian is volcanic glass formed through rapid cooling, resulting in a glossy surface and sharp fracture lines. Minimal and uncompromising, it carries intensity in form. In ABB work, obsidian is used for sleek designs with strong silhouettes, offering clarity and grounding for those ready to confront truth directly.
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Essence: Protection & stability
Onyx is a dense, banded chalcedony, most commonly presented in deep black for contemporary adornment. Highly polishable and smooth, it provides contrast and negative space. In ABB compositions, onyx supports boundaries without aggression, anchoring bold wire forms with composure and strength.
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Essence: Heart-led intuition
Prehnite is a translucent mineral ranging from pale green to yellow, often containing epidote inclusions that create internal texture. Subtle and layered, it invites close attention. In ABB work, prehnite introduces softness and complexity, supporting balance between care for others and self-awareness. Often known as the healer’s stone, it favors intuitive alignment.
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Essence: Strength & resilience
Red Jasper is an iron-rich, opaque chalcedony with brick-red tones and a grounded presence. Durable and steady, it absorbs pressure rather than reflecting it. In ABB adornment, it anchors visually dynamic compositions, offering stability during rebuilding phases. It nurtures endurance through challenge.
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Essence: Emotional balance
Rhodonite is a manganese silicate mineral distinguished by pink tones intersected with black veining. Its organic patterning introduces contrast and rhythm. In ABB application, rhodonite reconciles strength with compassion, supporting emotional equilibrium without softness becoming fragility.
 
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Essence: Love & healing
Rose Quartz is a pink variety of quartz with soft translucency and internal clouding created by trace minerals. Gentle but resilient, it diffuses light rather than reflecting it sharply. In ABB adornment, rose quartz supports openness of form and emotional accessibility. It softens without weakening and is chosen by those opening the heart.
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Essence: Courage & grounding
Tiger’s Eye is a chatoyant quartz displaying golden-brown bands that shift with movement, creating its signature “eye” effect. Warm and reflective, it responds dynamically to light. In ABB designs, it is favored for motion-oriented compositions and metallic pairings. Often chosen by emerging leaders, it balances confidence with awareness.
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Essence: Protection & grounding
Tourmaline is a complex boron silicate mineral occurring in many colors, often found in elongated, striated crystal forms. Structurally expressive, it integrates naturally with linear designs. In ABB application, tourmaline is used as an accent stone, stabilizing energetic environments while highlighting wire architecture. It supports grounding without stagnation.
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Essence: Balance & calm
Agate stabilizes without dulling your edge. A banded form of chalcedony quartz, it is known for layered patterns formed in volcanic rock cavities, each specimen carrying its own mineral story. Durable and receptive to polish, agate offers visual rhythm and quiet strength. In Aboriginal Bling Blam adornment, it anchors compositions, providing balance and composure while allowing expressive wirework to remain fluid. Those drawn to agate value harmony, patience, and steady confidence.
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Essence: Calm & protection
Amethyst quiets the noise. This violet variety of quartz, colored by trace iron and natural irradiation, ranges from pale lavender to deep purple. Long prized for clarity and saturation, it offers depth without dominance. In ABB work, amethyst is selected to bring contrast and calm focus to sculptural wire forms. People drawn to it are often navigating stress, transition, or heightened awareness.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Expression & clarity
Aqua Aura Quartz is clear quartz bonded with vaporized gold, producing an iridescent blue surface that catches light with immediacy. While retaining quartz structure, the surface treatment introduces a distinctly contemporary energy. In ABB adornment, it is used sparingly as an accent stone, introducing light-play and modern resonance into ancient wire traditions. It is chosen by those who move between emotional depth and expressive clarity.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy 
Essence: Growth & opportunity
Aventurine is a quartz variety known for its soft shimmer, created by mica or hematite inclusions that produce aventurescence. Smooth in texture and moderate in hardness, it carries movement without excess. In ABB designs, aventurine supports fluid compositions where subtle sparkle complements organic wire patterns. It appears when people are ready to expand, signaling growth and forward motion.
👉 View  All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Confidence & creativity
Carnelian ignites action. This translucent orange-red chalcedony derives its warmth from iron content and has been used historically in ceremonial adornment and seals. Visually energizing and resilient, it brings heat and vitality to a piece. In ABB application, carnelian is often positioned near the body’s center points, reinforcing momentum and presence. Those drawn to it are ready to move, not hesitate.
👉View All Pieces With This Energy 
Essence: Abundance & optimism
Citrine carries sunlight energy. A yellow to golden variety of quartz, natural citrine is relatively rare and typically lighter and earthier than heat-treated forms. Durable and luminous, it opens visual space within a design. In ABB work, citrine functions as a light-bringing element, used where openness and renewal are desired. It is often chosen during periods of expansion and optimism.
👉 View  All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Amplification & clarity
Clear Quartz reflects intention. Composed of pure silicon dioxide, it is among the most abundant minerals on Earth, valued for transparency and internal light play created by natural inclusions and fractures. In Aboriginal Bling Blam adornment, it is a foundational stone, allowing wire architecture and form to take precedence. It works with what you bring and reveals what is already present.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy 
Essence: Grounding & focus
Hematite anchors scattered energy. An iron oxide mineral with a metallic to matte finish, it carries notable weight and density, often appearing deep gray or black. In ABB compositions, hematite grounds lighter metal elements and stabilizes visual flow. Those drawn to it seek composure, mental clarity, and firm footing.
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Essence: Authority & vitality
Iron Pyrite does not whisper—it stands. Composed of iron sulfide with a brassy gold appearance and natural cubic formations, it is both brittle and commanding. A signature ABB stone, pyrite is often featured as a statement element symbolizing structure, value, and presence. Chosen by those stepping fully into authority, it carries unmistakable Bling Blam energy.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Balance & longevity
Jade, encompassing jadeite and nephrite, is revered for toughness, smooth polish, and enduring strength. Ranging from pale green to deep emerald, it has long been associated with continuity and refinement. In ABB adornment, jade supports designs emphasizing longevity, harmony, and ancestral calm. Those drawn to it value quiet strength and enduring balance.
 
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Stability & nurturing
Jasper is an opaque chalcedony available in countless earth-toned variations, its patterns shaped by sedimentary processes and mineral impurities. Solid and grounding, it offers visual reliability without heaviness. A core ABB stone, jasper provides stability in complex wire builds, supporting during demanding seasons. It grounds without weighing you down.
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Essence: Alignment & communication
Kyanite forms in elongated blades, with hardness that varies by direction, requiring precision in setting. Its natural linear geometry informs movement and flow within a design. In ABB application, kyanite is chosen for alignment-focused pieces where direction and integrity matter. It flows naturally and is favored by those seeking clarity in communication and energetic coherence.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Protection & transformation
Labradorite is a feldspar mineral known for labradorescence—internal flashes created by light interference within layered structures. Subtle at rest and luminous in motion, it rewards close viewing. In ABB adornment, it serves as a focal stone, activating transformation through interaction. It is a stone people return to, not for decoration, but for activation.
 
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Truth & expression
Lapis Lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic stone composed of lazurite, calcite, and pyrite, historically prized for pigment and power. Long associated with leadership and self-authorship, it carries cultural and symbolic weight. In ABB work, lapis is chosen for bold contrast and resonance, supporting clarity of voice and truth in expression.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Calm & reflection
Magnesite is a lightweight magnesium carbonate mineral, typically white or softly veined, with a gentle surface texture. Its understated presence introduces pause and restraint. In ABB compositions, magnesite balances heavier metal elements, offering softness and visual breathing room. It is often chosen during periods of introspection and emotional recalibration.

👉 View All Pieces With This Energy

Essence: Transformation & release
Malachite is a copper carbonate mineral recognized by vivid green banding formed through layered growth. Relatively soft and sensitive, it demands thoughtful protection in setting. In ABB adornment, malachite is reserved for controlled designs where pattern and transformation are intentional. It does not hide emotion—it helps move through it.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Truth & protection
Obsidian is volcanic glass formed through rapid cooling, resulting in a glossy surface and sharp fracture lines. Minimal and uncompromising, it carries intensity in form. In ABB work, obsidian is used for sleek designs with strong silhouettes, offering clarity and grounding for those ready to confront truth directly.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Protection & stability
Onyx is a dense, banded chalcedony, most commonly presented in deep black for contemporary adornment. Highly polishable and smooth, it provides contrast and negative space. In ABB compositions, onyx supports boundaries without aggression, anchoring bold wire forms with composure and strength.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Heart-led intuition
Prehnite is a translucent mineral ranging from pale green to yellow, often containing epidote inclusions that create internal texture. Subtle and layered, it invites close attention. In ABB work, prehnite introduces softness and complexity, supporting balance between care for others and self-awareness. Often known as the healer’s stone, it favors intuitive alignment.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Strength & resilience
Red Jasper is an iron-rich, opaque chalcedony with brick-red tones and a grounded presence. Durable and steady, it absorbs pressure rather than reflecting it. In ABB adornment, it anchors visually dynamic compositions, offering stability during rebuilding phases. It nurtures endurance through challenge.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Emotional balance
Rhodonite is a manganese silicate mineral distinguished by pink tones intersected with black veining. Its organic patterning introduces contrast and rhythm. In ABB application, rhodonite reconciles strength with compassion, supporting emotional equilibrium without softness becoming fragility.
 
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Love & healing
Rose Quartz is a pink variety of quartz with soft translucency and internal clouding created by trace minerals. Gentle but resilient, it diffuses light rather than reflecting it sharply. In ABB adornment, rose quartz supports openness of form and emotional accessibility. It softens without weakening and is chosen by those opening the heart.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Courage & grounding
Tiger’s Eye is a chatoyant quartz displaying golden-brown bands that shift with movement, creating its signature “eye” effect. Warm and reflective, it responds dynamically to light. In ABB designs, it is favored for motion-oriented compositions and metallic pairings. Often chosen by emerging leaders, it balances confidence with awareness.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy
Essence: Protection & grounding
Tourmaline is a complex boron silicate mineral occurring in many colors, often found in elongated, striated crystal forms. Structurally expressive, it integrates naturally with linear designs. In ABB application, tourmaline is used as an accent stone, stabilizing energetic environments while highlighting wire architecture. It supports grounding without stagnation.
👉 View All Pieces With This Energy

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There’s no wrong choice here.
 
Some people know immediately.
Others circle back a few times. 
 
In my experience, the stone that stays with you is already doing it’s job,
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