Which wrist you wear a crystal bracelet on is a tradition, not a rule, but it's a lovely one. In energy practice the left side of the body receives and the right side gives. So the wrist you choose says what you'd like the stone to do: bring something in, or send something out.
Left wrist or right wrist?
| Left wrist: receiving | Right wrist: giving | |
|---|---|---|
| Traditionally for | Taking in comfort, love, calm and support | Putting out confidence, action and intention |
| Often chosen stones | Rose quartz, amethyst, moonstone | Tiger's eye, citrine, carnelian |
| For protection | Many people wear obsidian or black tourmaline on the left, to keep what they take in clear | |
If you're right-handed, some people switch the rule around and treat the dominant hand as the giving side. In the end, wear it where it feels right to you.
Which wrist for rose quartz, amethyst and tiger's eye?
Rose quartz: usually the left wrist, to receive love and kindness, including your own.
Amethyst: usually the left, as a calm reminder through the day.
Tiger's eye: often the right, for confidence going into something big.
Citrine: often the right, to put a bright, hopeful intention out into the world.
What does it mean when a crystal bracelet breaks?
Many people believe a bracelet breaks when it has done its work, or when it has absorbed as much as it can. Others read it as a sign to let go of something. The practical side is simpler: stretch cord wears with time and use.
If yours breaks: gather the stones, cleanse them on a selenite wand or in moonlight, and either restring them, keep them in a small dish, or return them to the earth. Some people take it as a moment to set a fresh intention with a new bracelet.
Wearing more than one bracelet
Stacking two or three bracelets is common. Classic pairings are rose quartz with amethyst (love and calm), tiger's eye with citrine (confidence and optimism), and a lava stone 7 chakra bracelet with almost anything. Our crystal chip bracelets are made to stack.
Crystal bracelet FAQ
Can I sleep with a crystal bracelet on?
Yes, though many people take it off at night to rest the cord and set the bracelet on a selenite wand.
Can I shower with a crystal bracelet?
It's best not to. Water weakens stretch cord and can dull some stones.
How do I cleanse a crystal bracelet?
Lay it on selenite or in moonlight overnight. See how to cleanse crystals.
Every piece in our shop is one of a kind, and the one pictured is the one you'll receive. Each crystal is smudged with sage and charged in the moonlight before it ships.