Digital product: no physical copies ship. The laminated hardcopy 5-pack is also available.
The 6 crystal systems explained on one page. A clear, simple explainer on why crystals grow in the shapes they do. Handy for answering "why is this one shaped like that?" at the counter or in a class.
What's on the guide
Side 1: Intro to crystal structure, plus four factors that affect crystal size and shape.
Side 2: All 6 crystal systems with axis rules, line drawings of crystal forms and example stones.
- What defines a crystal system: number of axes, axis lengths and meeting angles
- Why raw and unpolished stones vary in shape
- Four growth factors: time, temperature, elements and flux presence
- Cubic, tetragonal, orthorhombic, hexagonal, monoclinic and triclinic systems
- Example stones such as diamond, zircon, topaz, malachite and labradorite
- Line drawings of typical crystal forms for every system
Who it's for
Crystal shops, Rock & mineral clubs, Crystal workshop teachers, Homeschool families.
Ways to use it
- Display beside raw points and mineral specimens so customers can see why each stone grows its shape.
- Hand out in beginner crystal classes as a one-page intro to crystal structure.
- Keep at the counter as a staff reference when customers ask about raw versus polished stones.
The details
- Format: print-ready PDF, one double-sided guide (2 pages)
- Designed at 160 x 240 mm (about 6.3 x 9.4 in)
- Print as many copies as you need for your own shop, practice or classes
- Instant access: open it any time from My Digital Resources in your account
- No supplier branding on the guide
Questions
Which crystal systems are covered?
Six: cubic, tetragonal, orthorhombic, hexagonal, monoclinic and triclinic. Each has a short description of its axes and angles plus line drawings, and most list example stones.
Does this guide cover crystal meanings?
No. It sticks to the mineral science: how crystal structure works and what affects a crystal's size and shape. Pair it with the Crystal Shapes and Their Meanings guide for that side.
QuickStudy Guide 2.0 - Crystal Systems (PDF File)
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Digital product: no physical copies ship. The laminated hardcopy 5-pack is also available.
The 6 crystal systems explained on one page. A clear, simple explainer on why crystals grow in the shapes they do. Handy for answering "why is this one shaped like that?" at the counter or in a class.
What's on the guide
Side 1: Intro to crystal structure, plus four factors that affect crystal size and shape.
Side 2: All 6 crystal systems with axis rules, line drawings of crystal forms and example stones.
- What defines a crystal system: number of axes, axis lengths and meeting angles
- Why raw and unpolished stones vary in shape
- Four growth factors: time, temperature, elements and flux presence
- Cubic, tetragonal, orthorhombic, hexagonal, monoclinic and triclinic systems
- Example stones such as diamond, zircon, topaz, malachite and labradorite
- Line drawings of typical crystal forms for every system
Who it's for
Crystal shops, Rock & mineral clubs, Crystal workshop teachers, Homeschool families.
Ways to use it
- Display beside raw points and mineral specimens so customers can see why each stone grows its shape.
- Hand out in beginner crystal classes as a one-page intro to crystal structure.
- Keep at the counter as a staff reference when customers ask about raw versus polished stones.
The details
- Format: print-ready PDF, one double-sided guide (2 pages)
- Designed at 160 x 240 mm (about 6.3 x 9.4 in)
- Print as many copies as you need for your own shop, practice or classes
- Instant access: open it any time from My Digital Resources in your account
- No supplier branding on the guide
Questions
Which crystal systems are covered?
Six: cubic, tetragonal, orthorhombic, hexagonal, monoclinic and triclinic. Each has a short description of its axes and angles plus line drawings, and most list example stones.
Does this guide cover crystal meanings?
No. It sticks to the mineral science: how crystal structure works and what affects a crystal's size and shape. Pair it with the Crystal Shapes and Their Meanings guide for that side.
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What's on the Crystal Systems guide
A clear, simple explainer on why crystals grow in the shapes they do. Handy for answering "why is this one shaped like that?" at the counter or in a class.
Side 1
Intro to crystal structure, plus four factors that affect crystal size and shape.
Side 2
All 6 crystal systems with axis rules, line drawings of crystal forms and example stones.
- What defines a crystal system: number of axes, axis lengths and meeting angles
- Why raw and unpolished stones vary in shape
- Four growth factors: time, temperature, elements and flux presence
- Cubic, tetragonal, orthorhombic, hexagonal, monoclinic and triclinic systems
- Example stones such as diamond, zircon, topaz, malachite and labradorite
- Line drawings of typical crystal forms for every system
For shop owners & practitioners
How shops use the Crystal Systems guide
- 1
Display beside raw points and mineral specimens so customers can see why each stone grows its shape.
- 2
Hand out in beginner crystal classes as a one-page intro to crystal structure.
- 3
Keep at the counter as a staff reference when customers ask about raw versus polished stones.
Display it next to:Raw crystalsMineral specimensCrystal pointsClusters & geodes
Popular with:Crystal shopsRock & mineral clubsCrystal workshop teachersHomeschool families
The maths
One file, every copy you need
Buy the PDF once and print it for your counter, your staff room and every class you teach. The more you print, the less each copy costs.
- Cost per copy
- $1.32
- vs. hardcopy guide
- $10.00
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