Quick Specs
- Quantity: Set of 5 pendants
- Type: Wire wrapped crystal point pendant
- Material: Natural selenite (gypsum) with silver-tone wire wrap
- Best For: Daily wear, meditation, energy clearing, crystal gifting sets
Selenite: The Gypsum Stone That Actually Works Hard
Selenite is calcium sulfate dihydrate, a crystalline form of gypsum with a Mohs hardness of around 2. It’s not quartz, it’s not silica, and it’s not remotely waterproof. The name comes from Selene, the Greek moon goddess, a nod to its pale, luminous sheen when light passes through a clean point. I stock selenite because it earns its reputation as a workhorse stone, one that sits on top of your dresser or around your neck and quietly keeps the energetic air clean without asking for much maintenance.
In contemporary crystal practice, selenite is consistently paired with other stones to help clear accumulated energy. Its soft, fibrous structure (satin spar selenite is the striated, silky variety most commonly seen in pendants) forms in evaporite deposits worldwide, from Morocco to Oklahoma. Point shapes concentrate and direct energy, which is why the pendant format works so well for intention-setting and chakra alignment work. If you want something to layer into a daily practice without overthinking it, a selenite point worn close to the body is a solid starting point. Browse my full selenite collection to see what else I carry in this mineral.
Wire wrapping is the right choice for selenite pendants because drilling a bail hole straight through gypsum causes fractures. The wrap holds the point securely without compromising the stone. You get five of these in a set, which makes them practical for gifting, for sharing with a study group, or for keeping spares as the stone, being gypsum, does occasionally chip along its cleavage planes if knocked hard. They pair naturally with other crystal necklaces from my crystal gemstone pendant collection.
How to Use a Selenite Wire Wrapped Point Pendant
How to set your intention, wear, and care for a selenite wire wrapped point pendant.
- Choose Your Setting
Hold the pendant in your non-dominant hand before you put it on. Take a breath, set a clear intention, and notice the cool, smooth weight of the stone. Selenite’s structure responds to warmth, so even a moment of contact begins the connection.
- Wear It Daily for Clarity Work
Layer the selenite point pendant close to your throat or heart chakra by adjusting the cord length. The pointed tip channels energy directionally, so orient it downward to draw stagnant energy out, or upward to draw in clarity and calm focus.
- Care for It Without Water
Selenite is calcium sulfate dihydrate and dissolves slowly in water. Never rinse or soak it. Instead, cleanse it by resting it in moonlight, waving it through incense smoke, or placing it on a dry salt bed overnight to reset its energy.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I stock these because the consistency holds up across batches. The wire wrapping stays tight, the points arrive intact, and the stone quality is reliably translucent rather than chalky. Selenite is a commodity mineral, so I look hard at how the finishing is done. These are clean, well-wrapped, and priced to make a set of five accessible for anyone building out a crystal kit or reselling at a fair. The honest practical note: selenite scratches easily and chips along cleavage planes if it takes a sharp knock. That is the nature of a 2-hardness stone. Store them separately from harder crystals and do not wear them to the gym.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Selenite is calcium sulfate dihydrate, a form of gypsum, not quartz or silica. It’s much softer, rates 2 on the Mohs scale, and cleaves rather than fractures. The two look similar in pale polished form but are completely different minerals.
No. Selenite is gypsum and dissolves slowly in water. Prolonged exposure pits and clouds the surface. Remove the pendant before showering, swimming, or washing up. A barely damp cloth wipe is the most moisture it can handle safely.
Many practitioners consider selenite self-cleansing because of its naturally high energetic frequency. A pass through incense smoke or a night in moonlight is still a good way to set your own intention into a new piece before you begin wearing it.
Wire wrapping holds the point secure without drilling through the stone, which would cause fractures in soft gypsum. Silver-tone wire is neutral energetically and keeps the stone’s natural translucency fully visible from all angles.
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