Halloween Jewellery: Pumpkin, Bat and Witchy Crystal Necklaces for Spooky Season
The nights are drawing in, the leaves are crunching underfoot and there is a certain something in the air. Spooky season is here, and we think it deserves better than a plastic witch's hat. Our idea of Halloween jewellery? Little hand carved crystal pumpkins, obsidian bats and crescent moons: pieces that feel just right for 31 October, but that you will happily wear long after the last pumpkin has been composted.
Here is our pick of witchy crystal necklaces for Halloween, the stories behind each little charm, the crystals traditionally linked with Samhain, and a slice of Cornish Halloween folklore to enjoy by candlelight.
Why Crystal Halloween Jewellery?
Most Halloween jewellery gets one night out a year. A hand carved gemstone pendant is different. Each one is carved by hand from natural stone, so no two are ever quite the same, and the shapes we love for Halloween (moons, bats, snakes, wolves) carry meaning all year round. Think of it as a little bit of autumn magic you can wear on a Tuesday in March.
The Pumpkin Necklace
Nothing says Halloween like a Jack O'Lantern. The tradition has its roots in Ireland, where faces were once carved into turnips and lit from within, and pumpkin lanterns are traditionally said to guide wandering spirits home while their grinning faces keep mischief away. Our carnelian pumpkin necklace is a tiny, glowing version you can wear: a hand carved carnelian pumpkin about 22mm wide, on recycled sterling silver or 9ct gold.
Why carnelian? That warm, glowing orange is pure autumn, like candlelight through a carved pumpkin. Carnelian is traditionally associated with courage, warmth and creativity, which feels like exactly the energy you want as the days grow shorter. Read more in our carnelian guide, or see the whole pumpkin necklace collection.
The Bat Necklace
Bats have had a spooky reputation for centuries, but in folklore they are also symbols of rebirth, intuition and finding your way in the dark (handy, as they do it by echolocation). Here in Cornwall you can spot pipistrelles flitting along the hedgerows at dusk on a summer evening. Our obsidian bat necklace is carved from glossy black obsidian and hangs upside down, wings spread, just like a roosting bat: a little gothic, a lot of charm.
The Snake Necklace
The snake sheds its skin and begins again, which is why it has long been a symbol of transformation and renewal, a fitting thought as the year turns towards winter. Our obsidian snake necklace is a winding serpent carved from black obsidian, sleek and a little bit mysterious. See all our snake necklaces.
Crescent Moon Necklaces
Witches, moonlight and Halloween go together like cauldrons and bubbling brews. The crescent moon is a symbol of intuition, cycles and new beginnings, and a crescent moon necklace is a lovely everyday nod to your witchy side. Choose an obsidian crescent moon necklace for inky midnight vibes, or a labradorite crescent moon necklace that flashes blue and gold like moonlight on water. Explore the full moon collection.
Wolf Necklaces
A wolf howling at a full moon is the ultimate Halloween silhouette. In folklore, though, the wolf is far more than a spooky shadow: it is a symbol of loyalty, instinct and the bonds of the pack. Our large obsidian wolf necklace is the boldest of the bunch, or there is a medium obsidian wolf for something a little more subtle. Find more in our wolf necklaces.
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Hand carved pumpkins, bats, snakes and moons. Vegan and cruelty free, in an eco gift box.
Crystals for Halloween and Samhain
Halloween grew from Samhain, the ancient Celtic festival held from 31 October to 1 November. It marked the end of the harvest and the start of the darker half of the year, a time when the veil between worlds was believed to be at its thinnest. If you like to bring a little crystal magic to the season, these are the stones traditionally linked with it:
- Obsidian: the classic Samhain stone. This volcanic glass is traditionally associated with protection and grounding, and its inky black is made for Halloween. Read our obsidian guide or browse obsidian jewellery.
- Carnelian: the colour of autumn leaves and candlelight, linked with courage and warmth for the darker months.
- Labradorite: often called the stone of magic, with a shimmer that seems to glow from within. See our labradorite guide.
- Smoky quartz: earthy and grounding, in the soft browns of a woodland in October. Read our smoky quartz guide.
Planning a little Samhain ritual? Begin with a fresh start for your stones using our guide to cleansing your crystals, and find the meaning of every stone in our A-Z Crystal Guide.
A Cornish Halloween: Allantide
Before trick-or-treating arrived, Cornwall had its own way of marking 31 October: Allantide, or Kalan Gwav in Cornish. The custom centred on Allan apples, large, polished red apples given as gifts for good luck. Tradition has it that if you slept with your Allan apple under your pillow, you might dream of your future love. We think that is a much nicer use for an apple than bobbing for it.
How to Wear Halloween Jewellery
- Go dark and cosy: a black obsidian pendant over a chunky oatmeal knit or a black polo neck is effortless autumn styling.
- Layer your talismans: pair a carved pendant with a dainty gemstone drop from our silk cord crystal necklaces for a witchy, collected look.
- Mix your metals: many of our carved pieces come on your choice of recycled sterling silver or 9ct gold, so you can match your other jewellery or mix both.
- Add a gothic rose: an obsidian rose necklace is romantic with a dark twist, perfect for anyone who loves a moody aesthetic beyond October.
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Moons, wolves and gothic roses to wear all year round.
Halloween Gifts for Her
Know someone who starts planning their costume in August, or keeps a stack of tarot cards by the bed? A hand carved crystal necklace makes a thoughtful Halloween gift, or a birthday treat for an October baby. Every piece arrives in an eco gift box. For more ideas, see our guides to crystal gifts for her and gifts for nature lovers, or let them choose with a gift voucher.
Every piece is cleansed, energy infused, vegan and cruelty free, and 5% of all proceeds go to Pacific Wild to help protect the Great Bear Rainforest.
Halloween Jewellery FAQs
What jewellery should I wear for Halloween?
Spooky shapes such as pumpkins, bats, snakes, crescent moons and wolves are perfect for Halloween, especially carved from dark or fiery stones like obsidian and carnelian.
What crystal is associated with Halloween?
Obsidian is the crystal most often linked with Halloween and Samhain, thanks to its inky black colour and its traditional association with protection. Carnelian, labradorite and smoky quartz are popular too.
Are your pumpkin necklaces made from real gemstones?
Yes. Each pumpkin is hand carved from natural carnelian, so every one is slightly different, and it comes on your choice of recycled sterling silver or 9ct gold.
Can I wear Halloween jewellery all year?
Absolutely. Moons, wolves, snakes and bats are year-round symbols, and a little pumpkin looks just as lovely right through autumn.
What is Samhain?
Samhain is an ancient Celtic festival held from 31 October to 1 November, marking the end of the harvest and the start of winter. Many Halloween traditions grew from it.
Explore More
Shop our Spooky Season collection and pumpkin necklaces, wander through all our hand carved necklaces, or find your perfect stone in the A-Z Crystal Guide.
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