Crystals That Start With H
There are 11 crystals, rocks and gemstones in Gemdle that start with the letter H — each with a specimen photo, its Mohs hardness and a quick note on how to spot it. Tap any stone for the full identification guide.
Notable crystals that start with H
- Hematite — Black, metallic to splendent lustre, Mohs 5.5–6.5.
- Halite — Clear, vitreous lustre, Mohs 2.0–2.5.
- Howlite — White, subvitreous, glimmering lustre, Mohs 3.5.
- Hemimorphite — Blue, vitreous, adamantine, rarely silky lustre, Mohs 4.5–5.
- Hypersthene — Black, vitreous to pearly lustre, Mohs 5.5–6.
- Hiddenite — Green, vitreous, pearly on cleavage lustre, Mohs 6.5–7.
- Heliodor — Yellow, vitreous to resinous lustre, Mohs 7.5–8.0.
- Heulandite — White, pearly, vitreous lustre, Mohs 3.5–4.
All 11 stones beginning with H
Frequently asked questions
How many crystals start with the letter H?
Gemdle lists 11 crystals, rocks and gemstones beginning with H, including Hematite, Halite, Howlite.
What is a well-known crystal that starts with H?
Hematite is one of the most searched-for stones beginning with H. Hematite, also spelled as haematite, is a common iron oxide compound with the formula Fe2O3 and is widely found in rocks and soils.