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Aventurine
(red/orange) :
This material provides reflective qualities so that one can recognize
the flaws of humanity and can remain in the heart space to continue
to love this same humanity. It can help one look at a situation incomplete
detail, magnifying those aspects of importance. It provides for self
reflection, and allows one to recognize that "In each person
you see but the reflection of that which you choose to have that person
be." It can be used when fasting, to reduce hunger. |
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Agate
:
was highly valued as a talisman or amulet in the ancient times. It
was said to quench thirst and protect from fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert the storms. A famous collection of two to four
thousand agate bowls which was accumulated by Mithradates, king of
Pontus, shows the enthusiasm with which agate was regarded. Agate
bowls were also popular in the Byzantine Empire. Collecting agate
bowls became quite common among European royalty during the Renaissance
and many museums in Europe, including the Louvre, have spectacular
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Alexandrite
:
along with pearls
and moonstone
are birthstones of Gemini (Twins): May 21 - June 21. Healing
ability: Alexandrite helps fighting low self-esteem. Improves central
nervous system disorders. Alexandrite relieves spleen & pancreas
problems. Mystical power: Alexandrite is a stone of good omen.
Alexandrite can assist one in centering the self, reinforcing self-esteem,
and increases ones ability to experience joy. |
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Aquamarine:
was also said to have a soothing influence on land, especially on
married couples. Its power to help husbands and wives work out their
differences and ensure a long and happy marriage makes it a good anniversary
gift. Aquamarine also protects against the wiles of the devil. A dream
of aquamarine means that you will meet new friends. Aquamarine, the
"gem of the sea", derives its name from "sea water".
The reference is obvious: aqua sparkles like the sea and its color
is pale to medium blue, sometimes with a slight hint of green. Aquamarine
is the birthstone for March. Aquamarine is found in Brazil, Zambia,
Mozambique, Angola, Nigeria, and other countries.
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Blue
Lace Agate : The
energy of this mineral is most useful at the throat chakra, the heart
chakra, the third eye, and crown chakra. Activating these chakras,
it helps one to enter in to high frequency states of awareness. It
can be used in the treatment of arthritic conditions and in cases
of "hereditary bone deformity: it can also be used to strengthen
the skeletal structure." It is useful to enhance the mending
of breaks and fractures. It can help to remove blockages from the
nervous system and from the capillaries of the body. |
Citrine
: It
is one of the few minerals on the planet which does not hold and accumulate
negative energy, but dissipates and transmutes it, working out problems
on both physical and subtle levels. Citrine is one of the stones to
be called "merchants stone" - placing citrine in ones cash
box has produced more income for the merchant. Diminishes self destructive
tendencies. Raises self esteem lightheartedness cheerfulness hope.
Warming, energizing and attracts abundance, affects naval and crown
chakras. |
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Carnelian
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It
protects against fear, envy, and rage, and helps to banish sorrow
from the emotional structure. The message of carnelian is that since
one "is" love, there is nothing to do but to offer the love
- each offering of love bringing an exponential increase in the quantity
of love returned. Carnelian stimulates inquisitiveness and subsequent
initiative. It can assist one in drama and pursuits related to theatrical
presentations. |
Diamonds
are beautiful symbols of love around the world. Healing ability:
Diamond is a great assistance for all brain diseases. It is
beneficial in stomach area. Diamonds strengthen the owner's memory.
Diamond is the birthstone of Aries (Ram): March 21 - April 19. Mystical
power: Diamonds give faith, purity, life, joy, innocence and
repentance. They assist in developing concentration and in beeing
straight-forward and honest. It is believed the diamond loses its
brilliance with the health of the wearer, regaining it only when the
owner recovers. Diamond is an antidote to poison and is capable of
detecting poison by exhibiting a moisture or perspiration on its
surface. Supposedly, the higher quality the diamond, the better it
supports these qualities. |
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Emerald
: is the birthstone
for May, the month of springtime romance, and the anniversary gemstone
for the twentieth year of marriage, the perfect emblem of an enduring
love. Because
the rich green color of emerald is the color of spring, the ancients
prized it as the gemstone symbolizing love and rebirth. Treasured
for at least 4,000 years by different cultures all around the world,
emerald is said to quicken the intelligence as well as the heart.
Legend gives its owner the gift of eloquence.
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Fluorite : Excellent for advancement of mind, greater concentration, meditation. Helps one to grasp higher, more abstract concepts. Facilitates inter dimensional communication. |
Garnet
:
modern birthstone of January - known as the "stone of health"
- ridding the body of negative energies and transmuting them to a
beneficial state. Also know in the past as a " stone of commitment"
- to purpose, to others, to oneself. The loving power of garnet tend
to reflect the attributes of devotion, bringing the love of others
to expressions of warmth and understanding. It both monitors and adjusts
the flow of energy, providing for a balanced energy field around the
physical body and aligning the emotional and intellectual bodies with
the perfection of "All that is". (from Melody's book Love
is in the Earth) |
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Green
Jade :
Jade facilitates peace within the physical, emotional, and intellectual
structures, as well as within the materialistic world. It was said
to bring accord the environment, to transmute negativity and to instill
resourcefulness. "Very Lucky Stone". |
Hematite
: Slightly
grounding, reduces stress, enhances personal magnetism, optimism,
will, courage. "Stone for the mind" it helps
one to realize that the only limitations which exist are self-limiting
concepts within the mind. Stimulates attainment of peace,
self-control, and inner happiness. Balances yin-yang energies.
Assists in the focusing of energy and emotions for balance between
the body, mind, and spirit. Helps transform negativity to the
purity of the universal light of love. |
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Honey
Jade :
Powerful emotional balance, radiates divine unconditional love. Dispels
negativity from the third chakra (solar plexus). It has been used
by the ancients {and some current} primitive tribes as a sacred stone,
assisting one in access to the spiritual worlds.
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Howlite
: This
mineral can be used to calm communication, to facilitate awareness,
and to encourage emotional expression. It builds an innate decency
within ones character, encouraging those attributes which are the
building blocks to spirituality. |
Iolite
:
Also known as Cordierite and "water sapphire" is usually
a blue to violet colored gemstone - is a pleochroic gem meaning that
when viewed from different orientations, it displays different colors.
Metaphysical properties include: stimulation of the third eye, enhancement
of your inner knowing; helps one to eliminate debt by accepting responsibility
which leads to successful management of money; has been a stone worn
by Shamans in the past to insure accuracy of visions; also can aid
the elimination of disharmony in relationships. |
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Jasper
(Leopard skin variety)
- "Known as the 'supreme nurturer'. It is often worn by shaman
to provide protection. It balances the yin yang energy and balances
the physical, emotional, and intellectual bodies with the etheric
energies. It stabilizes the aura, providing for a cleansing effect
to smooth dysfunctional energies and eliminate negativity". Jasper (Picture jasper variety) - It can be used to further both the development and continuance of business pursuits - to provide for coordination of activities leading to increase. It has been known as "the stone of Global Awareness" - It promotes "brotherhood" to work together to save the planet. It emits an energy which promotes the spiritual affinity to achieve perfect accord between humanity and nature; It is one of the "earth Stones" for the age of redemption & cleansing of the earth. It can be used to stimulate the proper functioning of the immune system, and can be helpful in the treatment of disorder associated with skin and kidneys. |
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Jade
: was
thought to preserve the body after death and can be found in emperors'
tombs from thousands of years ago. One tomb contained an entire suit
made out of jade, to assure the physical immortality of its owner.
For thousands of years, jade was a symbol of love and virtue as well
as a status symbol. |
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Lapis
Lazuli :
Energizes the throat chakra. Augments strength, vitality, virility,
mental clarity, illumination. Enhances psychic abilities and communication
with higher self and spirit guides. Creative expression. It has also
been used as a protective stone, sheltering the wearer/carrier from
physical danger and psychic attacks. Lapis Lazuli is a "stone
of total awareness", helping to expand awareness and intellectual
capacity, and allowing for conscious attunement to the intuitive and
psychic aspects of ones nature. "The stone of Royalty".
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Labradorite
:
(aka spectrolite) It is said to represent the "temple of the
stars" , assisting one in sustaining and maintaining, while providing
for the understanding of the destiny one has chosen. It assists during
traverse changes, attracting strength and perseverance. It symbolizes
the moon and the sun. Promotes refinement of action and discernment
in direction. It allows for recognition that humanity represents "being
of light", transcending the limitations of the past and thoughts
of the future, and embracing the infinite possibilities of the moment.
It can assist in digestion, regulation and metabolism. Also used to
clarify eyes. |
Malachite
: Sometimes
called "the stone of transformation" assisting one in changing
situations, and providing for the transfer of sacred information to
spiritual evolution; clears and activates all chakras balancing and
equalizing it can create an unobstructed path leading to a desired
goal. Facilitates the rise of spirituality and the enhancement of
psychic abilities. Protects against radiation and can be used in the
treatment of asthma, swollen joints, tumors, growths, broken bones
and torn muscles. |
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Moonstone
: The
energy of moonstone is balancing, introspective, reflective, and lunar.
It is capable of helping one with the changing structures of ones
life on the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels. Once
called the "travelers stone" it is used for protection against
the perils of travel. Moonstone is also a talisman of GOOD FORTUNE.
It is also said to both arouse tenderness within the self and to bring
happiness to the environment in which it resides. |
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Mother
of Pearl & Pearl :
It signifies faith, charity, and innocence, enhances personal integrity,
and helps to provide focus to ones attention. The pearl has been known
as a "stone of sincerity", bring truth to situations and
loyalty to a "cause". It has been used to inhibit boisterous
behavior, and to provide a reflection of the self such that one may
see the manner in which one appears to others. |
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Onyx
: "for
initiating the modes of centering and alignment of the total person
with the higher powers." "Can be used to banish grief, to
enhance self-control, to stimulate the power of wise decision making,
and to encourage happiness and good fortune". It is grounding
and can be used to deflect or absorb the negativity of others.
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Obsidian
:
Called the "Mirror Stone" it reflects ones personal shortcomings
such that they can come to the conscious to be dealt with, then let
go of. The most well know of the different colors is Apache Tears
a black obsidian. Obsidian can help protect against the negativity
of others and has a grounding influence helping one to stay focused
in the moment. It can also help to stimulate analytical capabilities
and precision, and can help promote a forgiving attitude and release
of grievances. |
Peridot
:
also known as gem Olivine and Chrysolite - is the traditional birthstone
of August - color is usually a green yellow - hardness is 6.5 to 7
This gemstone emits a warm friendly energy; works on both the heart
and solar plexus chakras; acts to provide a shield of protection around
the body ; to help prevent outside influences from affecting alignment
and balance. Helps one to find happiness within ones self, over coming
anger and jealousy. |
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Quartz (clear) - "Can bring the energy of the stars into the soul". Traditionally, the natural quartz crystal was said to both harmonize and align human energies, thoughts, consciousness, emotions - with the energies of the universe and to make these greater energies available to humanity. The natural tendency of quartz is for harmony, and is recognized as a "Stone of Power". Stimulates brain function & power, aids clarity of mind. Dispels negativity in ones energy field and environment, aligns all chakras, a very powerful healer. |
Ruby
:
has been the world's most valued gemstone for thousands of years.
Ruby was said to be the most precious of the twelve stones God created
when he created all things and this "lord of gems" was placed
on Aaron's neck by God's command. The bible says that wisdom is "more
precious than rubies," that is to say very valuable indeed. In
the ancient language of Sanskrit, ruby is called ratnaraj, or "king
of precious stones" and ratnanayaka, "leader of precious
stones." |
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Rhodonite
:
Has been called "the stone of love" and helps one to achieve
to his/her greatest potential. It activates and energizes the heart
chakra, and conveys the resonance of unconditional love to the physical
plane. It dispels anxiety and promotes coherence, bringing the user
and observant nature and facilitating attention to details and interrelationships.
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Rhodochrosite
: This
mineral has been called a "Stone of Love and Balance", providing
balancing and love on all levels for all bodies. It contains pulsating
electrical energy which emits the strongest power in the universe,
the power of love. Rhodochrosite is also an Earth stone for healing
of the Earth and for showing love to the Mother of us all. It helps
one to serve the planet in Her time of need, allowing for one to recognize
that the responsibility is actually a joy. It removes tendencies toward
avoidance or denial and helps one to be willing to both accept and
to integrate "new" information while maintaining a clarity
of intellect and a moderate ideal of practicality. |
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Sapphire
:
is the birthstone for September, the month when the most babies are
born. Ancient lists also name sapphire as a birthstone for April and
the gemstone for the sign of Taurus. Sapphire has long symbolized
truth, sincerity, and faithfulness. Tradition holds that Moses was
given the ten commandments on tablets of sapphire, making it the most
sacred gemstone. Because sapphires represent divine favor, they were
the gemstone of choice for kings and high priests. The British Crown
Jewels are full of large blue sapphires, the symbol of pure and wise
rulers. |
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Snowflake
Obsidian :
It allows one to recognize the unnecessary pattern which remain in
ones life and to re-design ones thought patters to provide relief
from undesired conditions. It is "the stone of purity" and
balance to the body, mind , and spirit. |
Sodalite
- This
blue mineral helps one to stimulate communications and psychic abilities.
Also balances male - female polarities - alleviates fear, calms and
clears the mind, brings clarity and truth. Aids pancreas, balances
endocrine system, strengthens metabolism and lymphatic system.
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Smoky
Quartz : It
can be used to gently dissolve negative energies and emotional blockages.
It can be used to initiate a powerful force field which will absorb
many forms of negativity, both from within ones self and from other
forces. It promotes personal pride and joy in living. Smoky quartz
has been used to regulate creativity in business, and to encourage
astute-ness in purchasing. It works to diffuse communication deficiencies
and to dissolve mental and emotional blockages which limit perception
and learning. (Thank you Melody, I will wear one myself). |
Tourmaline's
: name comes from the Sinhalese word "turmali," which means
"mixed." Tourmaline is also of interest to scientists because
it changes its electrical charge when heated. It becomes a polarized
crystalline magnet and can attract light objects. This property was
noticed long ago before science could explain it: in the Netherlands,
tourmalines were called "aschentrekkers" because they attracted
ashes and could be used to clean pipes! Tourmaline occurs in every
color of the rainbow and combinations of two or three colors. |
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Turquoise
: Tones,
strengthens entire body , aids tissue regeneration, circulation, lungs,
respiratory system. Creative expression, peace of mind, emotional
balance, communication, friendship, and loyalty. |
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Topaz
is the birthstone for those born in the month of November.
Wear topaz
only if you wish to be clear-sighted: legend has it that it dispels
all enchantment and helps to improve eyesight as well! The ancient
Greeks believed that it had the power to increase strength and make
its wearer invisible in times of emergency. Topaz was also said to
change color in the presence of poisoned food or drink. Its mystical
curative powers waxed and waned with the phases of the moon: it was
said to cure insomnia, asthma, and hemorrhages.
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Tigereye
:
It is helpful for individuals seeking clarity and for those who must
deal intelligently with the scattered details which must be brought
together in some pattern. It can be used to enhance the psychic abilities
and can assist in the gentle attunement of third eye activity. This
stone is best suited to earthy people. It has been used to stimulate
wealth and to enhance the stability required to maintain wealth. Produces
soothing vibrations, generating a calmness to unsettled turmoil, and
allowing one to enjoy the actions of being unfenced and uninhibited.
Can be used to enhance self empowerment. |
Tourmalated
Quartz :
You get the energy of black tourmaline which deflects the negative
energy of others plus the alignment and harmonizing energy of quartz.
Black tourmaline also has a grounding effect helping one to stay protected
and focused in the present. Quartz tends to raise the vibration of
any other crystal or mineral in the area. Balances male - female energies
within one's self. |
Unakite
:
It acts to balance the emotional body, bringing it into alignment
with the higher forces of spirituality. It can be used to help one
go beneath the physical symptoms of dis-ease and to allow for the
determination of the root cause underlying the condition; the cause
becoming apparent in the cases of the physical, mental, emotional
& spiritual planes of existence. It can be used in the treatment
of the reproductive system, and to stimulate healthy pregnancies while
facilitating the health of the unborn. |
Zircon
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was said to aid sleep, bring prosperity, and promote honor and
wisdom in its owner. The name probably comes from the Persian word zargun
which means "gold-colored," although zircon comes in a
wide range of different colors. Today the most popular color is blue
zircon. Most blue zircon, which is considered an alternate
birthstone for December, is a pastel blue, but some exceptional gems
have a bright blue color. Zircon is also available in green, dark
red, yellow, brown, and orange. |
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