Alum is an African crystal used for protection.
- Energy: Receptive
- Planet: Saturn
- Element: Earth
- Powers: Protection
Uses in Witchcraft[]
Alum has been worn in Egypt as a protective amulet against evil. On the north coast of Africs, alum is also used for this purpose. A piece of alum is placed in the home to guard it, and small amounts of this mineral are sewn into or placed in the home to guard it, and small amounts of this mineral are sewn into or placed in children's hats to protect them as well.