Healing Crystals – 430 Stones from A–Z — Michael Gienger

Healing Stones 430 Stones from A–Z – Michael Gienger buy: The most comprehensive standard reference work on crystal lore

"Heilsteine – 430 Steine von A–Z" by Michael Gienger is the most widely distributed German-language reference work on crystal lore and is considered an indispensable reference work in the community for beginners and advanced enthusiasts alike. The book presents 430 minerals, crystals, and gemstones systematically from A to Z and combines basic mineralogical data with the traditional attributions of crystal lore – compact, clear, and easy to understand. It supports you in discovering the world of healing stones with sound knowledge and in choosing the right stone for yourself or as a gift in a targeted way.

What makes this book the standard reference work for stone attributions?

Michael Gienger is one of the best-known German-language authors in the field of crystal lore. His work combines mineralogical descriptions with the traditional, handed-down properties attributed to each stone – without making medical promises, but with a clear system and a strong practical focus. Whether you want to identify a particular stone, look up its traditional symbolism, or simply get a first overview – this book provides reliable guidance and helps you quickly find the information you need.

• 430 stones – from rare minerals to classic gemstones
• Alphabetical order – quick lookup without long searching
• Basic mineralogical data – crystal system, color, localities, and mineral group information
• Traditional attributions – what, according to tradition, is attributed to each stone in crystal lore
• Compact format – ideal as a reference work for home, on the go, or in the showroom
• Accessible language – approachable for beginners, relevant in content for advanced readers

Who is Michael Gienger's book suitable for?

The work is aimed at everyone who seriously engages with healing stones – from the curious beginner to the passionate collector. Anyone starting to build their first stone collection and wanting to understand which properties are traditionally attributed to individual minerals in crystal lore will find a reliable introduction here. Advanced readers use it as a compact reference work that provides quick and well-founded information. In our showroom in Feldkirchen near Munich, we regularly recommend this book to our customers as a complement to the hand-selected stones in our range – because for us, knowledge and quality go hand in hand. If you're also wondering which stones are traditionally associated with certain themes, it's worth taking a look at our Healing Stones Properties Table with an overview of over 30 stones.

Healing stones in practice: cleansing, charging, and companionship

Gienger's book is the ideal starting point – but anyone who wants to actively use their stones should also know how to care for them properly. In crystal lore, it is, according to tradition, considered important to regularly cleanse and charge healing stones so that their traditionally attributed properties can unfold. Regular care is said, according to tradition, to help preserve the energetic quality of the stones in the long term and to support their effect. Our hand-selected range at Crystal Paradise includes not only the stones themselves but also the necessary accompanying knowledge – and with our Guide to Charging and Cleansing Healing Stones, you'll be well equipped from the start.

Frequently asked questions

How many stones are covered in the book "Heilsteine 430 Steine von A–Z" by Michael Gienger?

The book presents a total of 430 minerals, crystals, and gemstones, arranged alphabetically. Each stone is described with basic mineralogical data as well as the attributions traditionally handed down in crystal lore – one of the most extensive compilations of its kind in the German-speaking world.

Is the book also suitable for absolute beginners?

Yes, absolutely. Michael Gienger writes in an understandable, accessible language that requires no prior knowledge. At the same time, the content is thorough enough to serve experienced collectors and stone connoisseurs as a reliable reference work. Anyone just starting out can also use our Healing Stones Lexicon for Beginners – it helps build initial foundations quickly and clearly.

Can I buy the book at Crystal Paradise and order matching healing stones at the same time?

Yes, at Crystal Paradise you can conveniently order the book online and at the same time choose from our hand-selected range the stones that interest you. Our team in Feldkirchen near Munich is happy to advise you – in person in the showroom or online. This way, you receive not only the knowledge but also genuine, one-of-a-kind natural pieces of verified quality to go with it.

What sets this book apart from other healing stone guides?

The decisive difference lies in the completeness and systematic structure: with 430 stones from A to Z, Gienger's work offers a depth that most other guides do not reach. The combination of mineralogical facts and traditional attributions of crystal lore fosters a deep understanding of the world of minerals – serious, practice-oriented, and well structured, without esoteric exaggeration.

⚠️ Important note

Please note that the effects of gemstones and minerals are not scientifically proven and should therefore not be regarded as a substitute for medical treatment or therapy. These are traditions and beliefs that everyone can interpret and apply for themselves.