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Goldstone

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Goldstone

Also known as: Aventurine glass, sunstone glass

Sparkling man-made glass filled with copper crystals – a centuries-old Venetian invention.

  • ColourRed-brown, Blue, Green
  • Mineral groupMan-made glass
  • ChemistryGlass with copper crystals
  • Hardness (Mohs)5.5–6
  • Crystal systemAmorphous
  • Where it's foundMan-made (originally Venice, Italy)
  • ChakraSacral, Solar Plexus

What is Goldstone?

Goldstone is man-made glass containing tiny copper crystals that glitter like stars. The effect is called aventurescence – the word comes from the Italian a ventura, "by chance", because a popular story says it was discovered accidentally by glassmakers in Venice in the 1600s. Blue and green goldstone use other metal compounds for colour.

Goldstone isn't a natural crystal, but it is a beautiful and affordable stone for jewellery and tumbled stones.

Goldstone meaning & traditional properties

In modern crystal traditions goldstone is associated with ambition, confidence and positivity. As a man-made glass, it has no traditional astrology.

  • Ambition
  • Confidence
  • Positivity

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Goldstone

  • Carry goldstone as a lucky "wish stone".
  • Wear blue goldstone for a starry-night look.

How to care for Goldstone

Glass – can chip. Clean with warm soapy water.

Looking for Goldstone?

Goldstone isn't in our shop right now – new stock arrives regularly. In the meantime, explore similar crystals we have available or browse our full crystal collection.

  • Sunstone
    In our shop

    Sunstone

    Glittering orange feldspar that sparkles like sunlight – a crystal lore stone of joy and confidence.

  • Aventurine
    In our shop

    Aventurine

    Shimmering green quartz known as the 'stone of opportunity' in crystal lore.

  • Opalite
    In our shop

    Opalite

    Glowing milky man-made glass that flashes blue and gold – often confused with opal and moonstone.

Rituals & pairings

Pair Goldstone with a abundance & success ritual

A new-moon or Monday-morning ritual for goals, business and prosperity.

Traditionally paired with: Cinnamon, orange or patchouli incense · A green or gold candle · Palo santo to start fresh

  • Clear your desk or workspace with palo santo.
  • Light a green or gold candle and cinnamon, orange or patchouli incense.
  • Write your goal on paper and place your crystal on top of it.
  • Keep the crystal on your desk, near your till or in your wallet as a reminder.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Goldstone jewellery & pendulums

Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.

Goldstone FAQs

Is goldstone natural?

No – it's man-made glass with copper crystals.

What is blue goldstone?

A coloured version of the same glass using different metal compounds.

Related crystals

  • Sunstone
    In our shop

    Sunstone

    Glittering orange feldspar that sparkles like sunlight – a crystal lore stone of joy and confidence.

  • Aventurine
    In our shop

    Aventurine

    Shimmering green quartz known as the 'stone of opportunity' in crystal lore.

  • Opalite
    In our shop

    Opalite

    Glowing milky man-made glass that flashes blue and gold – often confused with opal and moonstone.

  • Aura Quartz

    Aura Quartz

    Clear quartz given a shimmering rainbow or metallic coating by bonding vaporised metals to its surface.

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