| A Agates: Agate is the stone for self-expression, creativity, health and good fortune. It makes it much easier to open up oneself. Soothes emotions and pain. Sensitizes and attunes senses. Helps to develop powers of eloquence, self-confidence and public-speaking. It is believed to be of special benefit to athletes and to those taking any kind of examination or test – mental or physical. It eases a sore throat and takes away the hoarseness. This stone also works directly with the nervous system to alleviate physical tension and is said to be a treatment of arthritis, skeletal conditions, and as an aid to digestion. General healing, reduces fever, hardens tender gums, gives courage and banishes fear. Types of Agates: Botswana Agate, green agate, yellow agate, peach agate, yellow, red, black... Angelite: This stone is formed from celestite that has been compressed for many millions of years. Angelite is a stone of heightened awareness, with special focus on peace and brotherhood. It gives protection in the environment around your body. Promotes compassion and understanding. Helps you to speak the truth when this is difficult Alleviates psychological pain. Enhances astrological understanding. Increases telepathy, facilitates contact with angels . Angelite as a healing stone. Healers use angelite to unblock energy pathways. It can be used for relief from throat inflammations, and to balance the thyroid. Angelite also repairs and soothes tissues and blood vessels. It is very useful for weight control. Amazonite: Ranges from palest greens to the darkest greenblue. Improves self worth and confidence. This semi-opaque, blue-green variety of feldspar is named after the Amazon River. Amazonite balances feminine and masculine energy. It promotes kindness and practicality. It is an excellent stone for artists and for men. Pale azure blue amazonite is know as the lucky "Hope Stone". It will be lucky for all your hopes and dreams. Amazonite is blue-green to pale green stone in the feldspar group. It comes mainly from United States and Australia. Amazonite helps balance the emotions and gives physical stamina. Amethyst Spirit Quartz (Cactus Quartz, Porcupine Quartz): Spirit Quartz is an unusual variety of quartz that forms multiple terminated points emerging from a main crystal body. The presence of many tiny points covering the body give it a shimmer and glow that is quite beautiful. Spirit quartz is found only in Magaliesberg mountains in the Gauteng Province of South Africa and is unique in the colorful drusy covering. It occurs in amethyst as well as citrine and sometimes white quartz. Spirit Quartz harmonizes the aura, chakra points, and physical body. Use spirit quartz for these energies: Merge with Higher Self, balance the crown chakra purification & protection, release fear . Amber: Lift heaviness. Amber is great at lifting the heaviness of burdens -- allowing happiness to come through. The happy stone because of it's color inspires positivity. AMETHYST: Amethyst is associated with spiritual awareness, meditation, balance, psychic abilities, inner peace, healing and positive transformation. This stone brings an understanding of death and rebirth and aids in past-life recall. Keep it under your pillow to cure insomnia and develop intuitive powers. Also relieves stress and brings calmness in times of grief. Protects against blood diseases, toxic effects of substances, acne, neuralgia and fits. Indispensable for curing alcoholism and diabetes. Ametrine: Ametrine is a rare and unusual stone which occurs in quartz when amethyst and citrine reside in the same crystal. Because the color zoning effect is natural, no two ametrines will ever be exactly alike. The world's only source of this bicolored natural quartz is the Anahi Mine located in the jungles of Bolivia. It is rumoured that the mines where first discovered by native Indians in the seventeenth century. The Bolivian government declared the land a state reserve and built a fortress near the mine entrance. Despite its remote location, ametrine (as well as natural amethyst and citrine) made its way across the border to Brazil. These goods were then sold as Brazilian products. This caused a change in the government in Bolivia in 1989. The rights to the mine were sold, and during the past decade, these collectible gems became available on the domestic marketplace. Ametrine is among an elite group of gems, because as of now there is just one source of this treasure in the world. You should add an ametrine to your collection now, since its future availability is uncertain at best. Healing properties of Ametrine: Ametrine is very helpful in getting rid of depression. This leads to inner peace and tranquility. Many believe that it contains the powers of amethyst and citrine in one stone, making it a very powerful money stone as well as an excellent via to higher psychic awareness and spiritual enlightenment. VERY RARE POWER STONE. Atlantasite: Brings peace to the environment. Some believe that atlantasite can access information from Atlantis in order to complete endeavors started at that distant time. Some uses of Atlantasite are: Gain access to past lives, stimulate spiritual development, lower stress levels, encourages thinking before speaking, promotes successful thinking in business or regarding possessions. Sources of Atlantasite: Atlantasite is a relatively new mineral find. The purple and green combination only occurs in a small hilltop called "Stichtite Hill" which is in Zeehan, Tasmania. Atlantasite is a Magnesium Chromate (stitchtite)associated with the serpentine host rock. Alexandrite: Alexandrite is a very rare stone. It was named after Alexander II of Russia as it was found on his coming of age day. The alexandrite has an unusual phenomenon; it changes color. The finest alexandrite is a bright green but when put in candlelight or any reddish light, the stone changes to a bright red. Alexandrite is said to stimulate pleasure and love. It is also used as a lucky stone. Sources of Alexandrite: The two most important sources of alexandrite in the world today are Brazil and Sri Lanka. Apatite: Communication. Self expression. It is also helpful for fighting viruses. Blue Apatite: Apatite is most often seen in blue, but also can be found in brown, pink, yellow, green (from Spain called asparagus stone) and a rare variety of violet. Apatite is an inspirational stone. It develops psychic abilities and spiritual atonement. Use it to aid communication and self-expression. Encourages extroversion, dissolves alienation, draw negativity from oneself, stimulates creativity and intellect. Clears confusion Healing properties of Apatite: Apatite heals bones, aids absorption of calcium, helps cartilage, bones, teeth and motor skills. Relieves arthritis, joint problems. Overcomes hypertension Apatite (Blue) - Used to help rid oneself of grief, guilt or over sensitivity to other people's problems. This is, needless to say, a very beneficial stone to most Pisceans I know who have a tendency to carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. It is also useful in dealing with pain and also aiding the body's immune system. It can also help open oneself to the joy, peace and beauty of life's wonders. Apatite is most often seen in blue, but also can be found in brown, pink, yellow, green (from Spain called asparagus stone) and a rare variety of violet. Apatite is an inspirational stone. It develops psychic abilities and spiritual attunement. Use it to aid communication and self- expression. Encourages extroversion Dissolves alienation Draw negativity from oneself Stimulates creativity and intellect Clears confusion Healing properties of Apatite Apatite heals bones, aids absorption of calcium, helps cartilage, bones, teeth and motor skills. Relieves arthritis, joint problems. Overcomes hypertension Apatite (Yellow-green) - This is typically used in ritual work involving the ridding oneself of shyness, shame, a negative self-image or the feeling of inadequacy. It can also aid in opening oneself to support, comfort and feelings of love. This particular stone is especially helpful to those who suffer self-image problems (i.e. those who feel "fat", "ugly"), it will aid in improving ones body image while releasing the negative feelings typically associated with them. Apache Tears - Excellent for grounding and centering. Promotes peace and harmony. It is also a good luck stone and contains very potent protective energies. It may also be used for scrying. Apophyllite Natural Crystal Point: This powerful vibrational transmitter is a stone of truth that corrects imbalances and brings recognition of one's true self. It releases mental blocks and negative thought patterns, making it a very effective personal power crystal. Clear apophyllite crystals are used to connect one to higher realms. Keep these points around the home to bring purity and a spiritual atmosphere to the environment. Facilitate contact with angels. Increase inner vision. Enhance clairity of remote vision. Deepens understanding of spiritual lessons Aphrodite - This stone is so named for the Goddess Aphrodite. Use of this pink stone is most common in spells involving love magick. It can also aid in opening up the Heart Chakra allowing you to be receptive to the feelings of love while increasing your capacity to give love. It can be useful in magick for the purpose of finding your true love and soul mate. For those in an already established relationship, it is used in promoting fidelity and trust. Aragonite: Aragonite varies in color and can be white, gray, colorless, yellow, pale green, violet, or brown. Aragonite is also the primary mineral that makes up the organic compound commonly known as mother of pearl. Aragonite is a grounding stone. It is often used to center and ground physical energies and is very useful during stressful times. Aragonite stabilizes the base chakra, and strengthen your connection with the earth. Healing properties of aragonite: warms the extremities, bring energy through the entire body, aids calcium absorption, stops night twitches and muscle spasms. Sources of Aragonite: Locations for occurrence are found in Spain, Mexico, Morocco, New Mexico, and Arizona. It was first discovered in Aragon province, Spain where its name was derived. Aquamarine: This is the stone to help you be in touch with your spiritual being. This stone is used in deep meditations. Aquamarine is a blue-green stone that comes from Colombia and Brazil. It has been called "Water of the Sea", because of its color. The aquamarine is the stone of sailors, believing it would be protection for them on water. Folklore says the aquamarine will protect against gossip. It is also said the aquamarine will pick up spirits. It is an excellent stone to use for meditating. Aquamarine is most powerful as a meditation stone, as it brings a great peace and serenity. Some people can meditate on an Aquamarine to receive the wisdom to see truth, but this is a very advanced meditation. Healing properties of Aquamarine: Aquamarine is associated with the thymus gland. It is very soothing worn as a necklace. It will help reduce fluid retention. It has been used to calm the nerves. The Romans used the aquamarine for diseases of the stomach, and believed it could cure liver and throat troubles. Green Aventurine: You should never buy a lottery ticket without an aventurine in your left pocket. Lady Luck will be in your left pocket. This is the stone of opportunity. Aventurine is known as the stone of chance or luck. If you gamble or play the lotto, keep this stone in your left pocket. Aventurine is mainly quartz, a quartzite, usually containing mica. It occurs in several colors including green, red and blue. Green Aventurine is the stone of luck and chance. It is said to increase perception and creative insight. It is a heart chakra stone. Blue Aventurine: is an Aries stone that opens the Third eye chakra. It is a powerful mental healer that increases vitality and a positive outlook. This stone assists in self-discipline and developing inner strength. Healing properties of Aventurine: It is used to aid nearsightedness. Aventurine has a stabilizing effect on the emotions. It is excellent for teenagers. Avalonite - This is a very calming and soothing stone due mostly to its blue-violet color. It is very helpful in soothing, calming and developing a sense of security. It can also aid in divination and meditation. Avalonite is often used to promote psychic power and gain insight into past lives and the collective consciousness. Azurite: Azurite is formed from the oxidation of copper ores. Over time, as it absorbs water, it changes into the mineral malachite. Thus, the two are found together, creating a brilliant deep blue stone with flashes of green. The dark brilliance of azurite speeds the vibration of energy toward the spiritual realm. Azurite has a transformative quality that stimulates an increase in communication skills, intuition, creativity and inspiration. Place azurite on the third eye chakra during meditation. It will open up your inner sight. It is an excellent stone for students who are studying for exams. It helps open the mind and make it more receptive to retaining information. Healing properties of azurite: Liver stimulant, aids detoxification, stimulates brain and nerve activity, encourages growth by stimulating the activity of the thyroid gland, use with copper to increase the power of azurite. B Barite - This particular stone is an unusual peach and black. It is commonly used in spells or rituals for clearing obstacle's in ones path. It can also help to conserve energy and especially helpful to those who suffer from immune problems { HIV} or can be excessively stressed. It can create a balanced flow of energy to the user. Beryl - Used in matters of energy, healing, love, and also psychic power. Black Obsidian: Grounding stone. I gaze into it for a very short time (1-5 minutes) each day for 3 days when I need insight into a problem. I use it sparingly. Black Obsidian: Grounding stone. Gaze into it for a very short time (1-5 minutes) each day for 3 days when you need insight into a problem. This is a very strong stone. Protective stone that banishes negativity, and grey karma's. Black Onyx: Helps one to change bad habits. This is great when used in a necklace. I have found it helps people notice their chakras when placed on each chakra. (This can be done one chakra at a time.) It is a great grounding stone. Black Opal: See self as Soul. I find this stone is great for helping one see the possibilities of how one can be all they can be. This stone seems to strengthen bones too. Black Moss Agate - This stone is particularly useful in protecting against physical dangers. It can be especially beneficial after dark. It is a stone that represents a quiet power, one that combines and balances the spiritual with the physical. BLOODSTONE: Stone associated with courage, abundance, purification and good fortune. Helps one to accept change and overcome anxiety, depression and melancholy. Renews relationships and love life. Provides vitality, boosts talent, organizational abilities and charitable instincts. Cures psychosomatic illness (one with more emotional roots than physical) and pains. Purifies blood, detoxifies organs especially liver, kidneys, bladder and spleen. Bloodstone (also called heliotrope) is green with distinctive red spots that resemble blood, giving this stone its name. The bloodstone was used to stop bleeding especially nosebleeds. There is a legend that says the bloodstone was formed from the blood of Christ dripping on the green earth and solidifying. It was also called heliotrope by the Greeks and was thought to bring change. The bloodstone has been used as an amulet to protect against the evil eye. Bloodstone is the symbol of justice. Healing properties of bloodstone: The bloodstone is used for circulation of all energy in the body and helps to remove energy blocks. Bloodstone is used in the alignment of all the centers of the body. A healer must do this alignment while the patient lies on his stomach. It also aids in the circulation of blood. It is good to have several pieces of Bloodstone in the home to increase the flow of life energy. Sources of bloodstone Locations where bloodstone can be found include India, Brazil, China, Australia, and the United States Blue quartz: Blue quartz crystal is a soothing, stress-relief stone. It assists in the ability to reach out to others. Assuages fear, calms the mind, inspires hope, promotes understanding your spiritual nature. Like all quartz, it can be used as a power amplifier during magic. Blue quartz is especially fine as a peace or tranquility stone. Blue Lace Agate: Blue lace agate is one of the rarest and most popular of the agates. This is a calming, uplifting stone. The blue color strengthens the function of the throat chakra and encourages peace. It can be used wherever there is a build up of painful or irritated energy. Healing properties of blue lace agate: Wear or carry blue lace agate for peace and happiness. Place it in your hand when you feel the need to de-stress. If you find yourself in stressful situations at work or home, keep some blue lace agate on your desk and simply gaze at it for relief. In the home, surround blue lace agate stones with light blue candles to calm the atmosphere and reduce family quarrels. C Calcite: Calcite is a powerful amplifier and cleanser of various types of energies. This transparent crystal can be found in a variety of colors and forms. including clear, green, pink, orange and blue. All calcites emanate a gentle energy - cleansing, revitalizing. Calcite opens energy channels. Calcite stimulates the Fire Element to assist in moving blocked energy through the chakras. Each color of calcite has specific energies: White Calcite - Cleansing and healing Green Calcite - emotional balance, stress relief Blue Calcite - psychic ability, astral travel Clear Calcite (Iceland Spar) - Clarity and insight, forgiveness Orange Calcite - Creativity, sexuality, confidence Honey Calcite - Persistence, intellectual power Pink (Mangano) Calcite - Well being, empathy, health Red Calcite - Vitality CARNELIAN: Stone associated with love, devotion, faith, emotional warmth, creativity, reproduction, protects from negative energy and vibes, rebirth, confidence, structure, self-assurance, calms the temper,reincarnation and past life recall. Calms mind from fear of death and enforces belief in cycle of birth-death. Excellent motivator in matters of business and career-choices. Brings day-dreamers and absent minded professors to ground zero. Carnelian directly works on lower chakras, so it dispels arthritis, rheumatism, lower back troubles, female reproductive problems, increases fertility and cures impotence. Alleviates blood poisoning, nose bleeds, wounds, sores, spasms and all ailments related to blood; besides being a remedy for fever, neuralgia, allergies and infection. CITRINE: Citrine is a stone of success, prosperity and regeneration. Induces confidence and optimism in family and business relationships. Attracts self-worth, activates mental powers, flushes emotional blocks and opens up a new lease of life. If lost in the path of life, trust Citrine to show you the way, rebuild your existence and lead to abundance and happiness. The stone not only helps acquire wealth but maintain it, because it vibrates to prosperity in all its forms. Physically, it aids digestion and eliminates toxins from the endocrine and digestive systems. Helps in diabetes and controlling thyroid, thus keeping your fat in check. Improves poor circulation, tissue regeneration, and fortifies immune system. Also good for those wearing glasses or contacts, as Citrine improves visual ability. Shields against harmful effects of electrical products. Chiastolite (Andalusite, Cross Stone): Chiastolite is a brown variety of andalusite which contains a black cross. The name chiastolite derives from the Greek chiastos meaning "cross marked". Chiastolite has been used since ancient times for protection. It transmutes conflict into harmony and dispels negative thoughts and energies. Some uses of Chiastolite include: Psychic protection, grounding, strengthen any chakra, overcome feelings of loneliness, isolation or depression. Protection for travellers Gateway to mysteries and out of body travel. Enhances the energy of prosperity stones. Healing with Chiastolite: Healers use chiastolite to lessen fevers, rheumatism, balance the immune system, fortify nerves, and increase lactation in nursing mothers. Sources of Chiastolite: This stone is found in Chile, Russia, Spain, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Canada, US. Chalcopyrite (or Peacock Ore): The name "Chalcopyrite" is derived from the Greek words chalkos, "copper" and pyrites, "strike fire". This mineral increases your perceptive abilities. It assists you in pulling ethereal energy to you to bring information to you and others. Peacock ore can be used to break up energy blockages and can open up and cleanse the Crown Chakra. It makes an excellent meditation stone. Chalcedony - (Blue) Used in matters of courage, aids in uplifting ones spirit, level mindedness helps one to return to reality. Charoite: Charoite is a soul stone with deep physical and emotional healing energies. It is a stone of transformation and is used to overcome fears. Charoite stimulates your inner vision. Charoite can be used to overcome obsessions and compulsions. It grounds the spiritual self, opening and balancing the crown chakra. Healing properities of charoite Lifts energy when the body is exhausted, regulates blood pressure, assists with deep sleep and powerful dreams. Put charoite beneath your pillow, especially if you are prone to disturbed sleep or fears which surface in dreams. In combination with amethyst, it will help to release these fears. Charoite is found in only one location - along the Chary River at Aldan in Russia. Chrysoprase: Spiritual and emotional protection. Chrysoprase helps to make conscious what was unconscious. It strengthens the workings of insight and the higher consciousness. Encourages hope and joy, helps clarify problems, has been used as a cure for restlessness, protection on sea voyages. Chrysoprase is said to be the favorite gemstone of Alexander the Great. Healing properties of Chrysoprase: Chrysoprase is used to speed the healing of any wound. It should not be placed on the body, but held over the affected area. Carry a Chrysoprase in a pocket to help heal. Also keep a Chrysoprase close to your bed at night to speed healing. Chrysoprase is used as a shield or protector from negative energy. A small bowl of Chrysoprase kept by the front entrance of the home is a very wise procedure. If used in jewelry, Chrysoprase should only be set in silver and has more power carved in the shape of a heart. Chrysocolla: Chrysocolla is a very beautiful stone with many beneficial energies. It is known as a healing stone among Native American Indian cultures where it was used for strengthening the body's resistance and bringing about calm feelings where there is upset. Chrysocolla is a stone of peace, increased wisdom, discretion. It promotes level headedness, encouraging clarity of thought and a neutral, cool attitude during turbulence. It can be used to decrease nervousness and irritability. Healing properties of Chrysocolla: Chrysocolla can be placed directly on the affected body part. Laying it on the forehead as a 'third eye' offers spiritual benefit. Help with infections (especially the throat area), used by healers to detoxify the liver, lower blood pressure, has a cooling effect for fever reduction, can assist in speeding up recovery from burns, Alleviates cramps. Use with copper to increase the power of chrysocolla. Sources of Chrysocolla: It is found in copper mining areas, particularly Chile, the former USSR, and Zaire. Crystal Quartz (Clear) - When this stone is used, it has the ability to be used, charged or programmed with the powers of ANY OTHER STONE. It may then be substituted for that particular stone in the ritual you are doing. It is excellent for building your circle, psychic power and also as a general magickal power "amplifier". In healing, it aids in the relief of toothaches, fevers, and headaches. Coral: Emotional Foundation. Coral protects and strengthens one's emotional foundation. Covellite: Covellite is a vision stone that helps one to connect physical reality with higher realms. It develops your inner intuition and is particularly helpful during times of transition. It can be used to assist with: Past life work, tuning in to a muse of spirit guide, expression of knowledge through written words, and developing psychic ability Cacoxenite: Cacoxenite forms within crystal or amethyst as an inclusion. It is a rather rare occurance, and can create a visually spectacular stone. It is used to assist in one's spiritual evolution, cleansing and alignment with the Divine. Cacoxenite: Expands consciousness, aligns the third chakra with the divine, assists in emotional upheaval Cleanses one of negative attachments. Healing properties of Cacoxenite: Cacoxenite is used by healers to alleviate stomach or digestive problems, and support the thyroid. Copper: Any stone set in copper or used with copper with have an enhanced energy field. Copper even enhances the energy of silver and gold. There are some stones that are very powerful when used with copper. These stones are: azurite, chrysocolla, malachite, and Turquoise. Copper is a healing metal Copper has long been used as a healing metal, especially for arthritis and rheumatism. Copper has been used with blood and metabolism disorders. Copper acts as a conductor when worn on the body. Copper will help the healing effect of any stone when both touch the body. Amethyst Spirit Quartz (Cactus Quartz, Porcupine Quartz): Spirit Quartz is an unusual variety of quartz that forms multiple terminated points emerging from a main crystal body. The presence of many tiny points covering the body give it a shimmer and glow that is quite beautiful. Spirit quartz is found only in Magaliesberg mountains in the Gauteng Province of South Africa and is unique in the colorful drusy covering. It occurs in amethyst as well as citrine and sometimes white quartz. Spirit Quartz harmonizes the aura, chakra points, and physical body. Use spirit quartz for these energies: Merge with Higher Self, balance the crown chakra purification & protection, release fear . D Diamond: Increase personal clarity and beauty. Dioptase: is a powerful stone to awaken love and compassion and to heal emotional distress. The beautiful green ray of dioptase makes it a heart stone on many levels. Dioptase supports the emotional heart, strengthens the physical heart and awakens the spiritual heart. Meditate with dioptase to open your inner eyes to your higher purpose. Releases emotional patterns, Assists in understanding roles we have played as well as the roles of others in our lives. Excellent stone to emotionally assist in experiencing divorce, death, or any intense family trauma, stimulates forgiveness and healing of emotional wounds. Sources of Dioptase The best quality dioptase is found in copper deposits in Russia, Namibia, Zaire, Chile, and US (Arizona). E Emerald: Physical and emotional healing. This is the strongest physical healing gemstone that I know. Use by placing it on the area which needs healing or wear around neck. Emerald is the carrier of the green ray. Emerald Gemstone meaning The emerald is the sacred stone of the goddess Venus. It was thought to preserve love. The emerald has long been the symbol of hope. It is considered by many to be the stone of prophecy. For some the emerald acts as a tranquilizer for a troubled mind. The emerald is said to bring the wearer reason and wisdom. The strongest time for the powers of the emerald is said to be spring. Lucky for love, give your lover an emerald to stay faithful. In several cultures the emerald was the symbol for fertilizing rain. In the Christian faith it is the symbol of faith and hope. Emerald is a stone for happy and successful love. Emerald can help heal the physical heart as well as love. Emerald will help backaches when worn on the index finger of the left hand. A healer can use the ring while the patient lies on his stomach. The healer would hold the ring about 2 inches above the backbone and slowly make small circles up and down the spine. The power of the Emerald is highest at the full moon. Some cultures thought the emerald would heal any disease of the eye. The emerald would be placed in a container of water overnight and the water would be poured on the eyes the next day. Emerald is a stone of great harmony, wisdom and love. Giving your lover an Emerald will bring the lover closer if the giver's motives are pure love. The Emerald can be a bridge between 2 people. The Emerald vibrates with love. F FLUORITE: Stone associated with enlightenment and healing on all the three planes – spiritual, mental and emotional. Diminishes stress and aids in spiritual awakening. Cleanses, balances and focuses energies on all levels of chakras. Grounds and protects aura from leakage of energy. On the physical body, it heals ailments of bones. Alleviates arthritis, strengthens bone tissue especially teeth enamel and relieves dental disease. Ancient cure for cancer. Also responds well to hormonal balance and hormonal changes like PMS, menopause. Arouses sexual energy. Quickens healing from pneumonia and viral inflammation. Fresh Water Pearl: Enable one to accept love. See the good parts of oneself so you can love yourself and others more. G GARNET: Garnet is associated with vitality, courage, passion, love, sensuality and self-confidence. Blesses its wearer with good health, victory over enemies and wealth. It has been known to bring about as much windfall in material wealth as in emotional tranquility. Makes the person knowledgeable and improves higher education and professional prospects. Alleviates depression and improves imagination. Garnet resolves all issues pertaining to abandonment and survival and therefore is a stone for making commitments last – use it to stabilize your relationships. Physically, it used to treat disorders of the blood, heart, lungs, spine and bones. Purifies blood and helps in anemia and circulatory problems. Also boosts sexual energy and fertility. Green Tourmaline: Promote male balance and physical healing. I do not recommend this for females (use emerald or adventurine). Green Jasper - This stone is known for its receptiveness which is extremely useful in healing magick. Most specifically disorders involving the eyes, kidneys or stomach. It can be worn to prevent migraine headaches while guarding ones general health. It is also well known for its properties which aid in spells for wealth, prosperity, luck, balancing and grounding. When placed in ones garden, it will promote healthy lush growth. Can also aid in all types of fertility magick. Green Moss Agate - When worn this stone gives the user the ability to attract new friendships. It is also known to aid in the search for lost treasure. Often called the "Gardner's talisman" it is said to relieve exhaustion, heal disorders of the neck and back. Also used in magickal works for money and happiness. Goldstone (man-made element): Medium brown with slight coppery glitter. Goldstone is a man-made stone, just a type of glass with glittery metallic material in it. Originally created when alchemists were working towards creating gold. A transmitter stone which causes light to pass through you in order to convey or receive as a medium. Aims to be a revitalizing, energizing stone, encouraging a positive attitude and individualism. Intellectually calming and refreshing. Mildly helpful to Solar plexus Chakra to reduce stomach tension, protect center of body. Grey Moonstone: Helps one accept other stone's powers by cleansing blocks. This can be hard to wear. H Hawk's Eye - Colored a black and silver this stone is useful in aiding psychic powers, transforming the negative into positive and also healing negative energies from past lives. NOTE: It is also said to be able to release karmic attachments. HEMATITE: A natural ferric oxide and iron-ore, Hematite possesses exceptional grounding abilities. Helps you be at ease and keep nervousness at bay. Also a protective stone, whenever you feel the need for protection and face challenge in panicky situation, carry a Hematite stone with you. It could be crucial meetings, interviews or legal matters – a must for lawyers, as it also aids memory. On a spiritual plane, it enhances astral projections, promotes balance, focus, convergence and concentration of energy. Helps increase courage and will-power. Medically, it is good for kidneys and heart – for high BP patients it reduces rapid pulse; helps coagulation and purifies blood. IOLITE: A highly revered stone in the Ayurvedic tradition. One of the best stones for activating the third eye and crown chakras. Stimulates psychic awareness and promotes accuracy in intuitive pursuits. Enhances leadership ability, power, inner strength, self- confidence and executive ability. Iolite Gemstone meaning Iolite is a fascinating stone with an interesting past. Ancient mariners used iolite as a compass to guide their way to sea. They noted that it would show different hues of blue-violet when held to the northern and southern skies. Ancients believed that it could unlock creativity in an artist. Iolite opens a path to your deep inner self. Use this stone to discover the lost parts of self and your inner treasures. It is an excellent stone for shamanic journeying or to assist in recovering information from past lives. It clears the third eye chakra. It is a stone of vision and creative expression. Iolite is especially compatible with: lapis lazuli amethyst azurite Healing properties of Iolite Iolite supports the healing of the eyes, stimulates memory and helps with sleep imbalances. JADE: In ancient Egypt and even now in Japan & China, Jade is considered the most precious of all stones. It is credited with five qualities: clarity, courage, justice, wisdom and modesty. It is one stone that oozes tranquility. So much so, even holding a Jade in your hand may cause you to experience a feeling of serenity or wisdom. Consequently, it also helps in smooth transition to another world and aids in peaceful death. It assists in taking control of dreams, and making sense of them. Use Jade to reduce tension in your life. Protects one from enemies and during long journeys. Physically, cures kidney problems, bladder troubles, poor digestion and eye problems. Alleviates sore back or spine. JASPER: Jasper is a wonderful supporting stone. Wear it to gain a positive outlook. Attracts what one needs (not wants). Good for those needing more organizational abilities. Mood elevator, invigorating, stabilizing and helps overcome depression. Improves the sense of smell and soothes the nerves. Useful in overcoming disorders of blood, digestion, stomach, biliousness and bladder trouble. Kunzite: Emotional Support. Use this stone to help emotions be in sync. Jet - May be used in matters of protection, luck, divination, as well as to aid in matters of healing. K Kyanite: Used in matters of healing and the opening of the Chakras. Kyanite Gemstone meaning Kyanite is an interesting gem that was discovered during the nineteenth century. The most highly prized kyanite is the vibrant blue or blue-green hue. It is also found in shades of gray, yellow, white and a colorless variety that is considered quite rare. It was once believed that a kyanite suspended from a human hair could follow the earth's magnetic force. Early travellers sometimes used it as a compass when exploring unknown territories. The fan like clusters or blades that are formed by kyanite make it an ideal stone for restoring energy balance. It is a very effective energy conduit that can balance most systems of the body. It can quickly create stillness and tranquility, making it an excellent stone for meditation. Sources of kyanite Kyanite is found in mountainous regions in the United States (Montana and North Carolina), Switzerland, Brazil and Myanmar. Kunzite: Wear kunzite to be blessed with good fortune. Its soft pastel colors symbolize purity. It can also be a sign of new life and is sometimes regarded as a symbol for pregnancy. Kunzite is a calming, relaxation stone: Releases tension Promotes a peaceful disposition Emits exceptionally tranquil vibrations Kunzite opens the heart to all forms of love. The gentle energy of kunzite helps to release blocks in matters of the heart and allows one to move to a more receptive state. It is an especially wonderful gift stone, opening a silent communion of joy and delight. Healing properties of Kunzite Gaze at or hold a kunzite to release daily stress, smooth out knotted muscles, calm nerves, anger or fear. L Labradorite: Labradorite is a power stone, allowing you to see through illusions and determine the actual form of your dreams and goals. It is excellent for strengthening intuitions. Use labradorite to: Stimulate imagination, develop enthusiasm and thus, new ideas, to see more clearly in meditation Sources of Labradorite Labradorite was first found in 1770 on the Labrador Peninsula in Canada. It is also found in Norway, and the former USSR. There is a blue semi-transparent variety called spectrolite that is only found in Finland. Lapis Lazule: One of the most powerful and energetic stone associated with the ‘Third Eye’ (6th Chakra). Lapis Lazuli must be used cautiously. People can feel dizzy or overwhelmed by its sheer energy. It is the stone of mystery, positive magic and psychic ability. Helps understand mind, expand your viewpoint and change your perception of reality. Consequently, it is a highly spiritual stone and should be used during meditation; even assists in past lives recall and releasing karmic debts. Heals emotional wounds, cleanses the aura, develops the powers of mind, intuition, wisdom and memory. Hang it near your heart in necklace, and feel the mind and heart connected. Medically, it prevents fits, epilepsy, strokes, relieves depression, and helps heart, spleen besides improving eyesight. Of particular note, is that this stone is widely used for divination purposes. It is a very protective stone and can also draw spiritual love, courage and fidelity to oneself. Lepidolite - Said to aid in inducing calmness, provides a tranquilizing effect against stress, as well as, negative emotions. Believed to help one recognize the need for making beneficial changes in behavior and thinking. Leopard Skin Agate - This is an extremely protective stone. It is most effective against different types of sorcery and possession. When held it is said to increase the users strength and courage. It can also be very useful in healing, as well as, contacting your animal/spirit/totem guides. M Malachite: Brings harmony into one's life and attracts money. Malachite was considered a valuable talisman for children and it was thought to protect the wearer from falls and warned them of impending danger by breaking into several pieces. This stone is a deeply cleansing emotional body stone and is used to release negative/painful emotions, protects against psychic attacks and others negativity. It absorbs this negativity and should be cleansed after each session. It can bring things out that are buried within someone. Malachite is also about change, and it is a great stone for those who do not like change in their lives, because it allows for an easy transition to take place. It relieves any congestion in the body and helps with confusion and lack of purpose and insecurity. It is helpful in the treatment of rheumatism, immune, and also in regularizing menstruation. Used in the treatment of asthma, toothache. Improves eyesight an immune system. Mahogany Obsidian: Decision making. Groundinf stone. Moldavite: Grounding stone. Really puts one in their body. This is extremely strong -- you may wish to try black onyx for grounding first. It is rumored that it helps you talk to other sentient beings. Moonstone: One of the most beautiful stone, it exhibits a mysterious shine of the moonlight and is the sacred stone of the moon goddess. Stimulates knowing, appreciation, nurturing, mothering, selflessness, sensitivity and humanitarian love – all qualities of the feminine moon goddess. Use it for problem solving and decision making and as a protective stone when you sleep with it. Assists during times of change. For physical healing, Moonstone is essentially for female health. Reduces excess fluid in body and alleviates swelling due to it; most beneficial for pre-menstral troubles as it balances hormonal and menstrual cycles of women. Best to attune its energies to phases of moon. O Obsidian - (Black:) Used in matters of protection, grounding and centering, providing an energy shield. Said to be meditative, as well as, aiding in divination, power and psychic knowledge. Obsidian - (Snowflake) Used in matters of protection of the physical and emotional, aids in grounding the physical. Also used as a scrying tool to aid one in unfocusing from the physical plane enabling them to move inward to receive knowledge and information. Said to be useful in matters of healing and also inducing creativity. A great 'stabilizer' stone. Used in Shamanic ceremonies to help in the removal of disorders from the body. Orange Moonstone: Helps one accept other stone's help by comforting you. This is less powerful than white - but helpful when one really needs a certain stone. MOSS AGATE: Aids in communication with the plants, animals and all of nature. Moss Agate is associated with fertility of plants, protection of the earth, rain, prosperity, abundance, healing, restoration and creativity. Helps to improve self esteem and emotional balancing. A good prosperity stone. Moss agate is said to cleanse the emotional body and release anger and frustration. This stone is helpful when starting new friendships or when seeking a compatible lover. Onyx: Used in matters of protection, grounding, as well as defensive magick. Opal: See possibilities; discover a broader view. I use opal to see all the possibilities in a situation. Some people find this stone very hard to wear. I find it wonderful. A little opal can go a long way. P PEARL: Pearl is the mother stone. Fosters motherly love and is a protective stone. Inspires purity, innocence, serenity, tranquility, focus and helps us get in touch with the simple honest things of life. Pearls are said to redress mental disturbance, endow maternal bliss, grant success in education, and also give access to property and vehicles. Pearls ensure good health and longevity and are said to attract fame and wealth. Helps tackle the evil eye and may abridge differences between quarrelling spouses. The stone redresses gastric disorders, asthma, cough, eye trouble, breathing trouble as also lung disorders. Peacock Ore - This type of metal is very useful in aiding the user during psychic works and divination. It has been known to enhance an inner knowing while facilitating a trust of that which you see physically. It can be especially beneficial for healing over great distances PERIDOT: One of the joy stones, Peridot brings the energies from in the aura to the physical body. Helps in understanding the changes in one's life and provides a protective shield around the body. Can be used to cleanse and stimulate the Heart and Solar Plexus chakras. Attracts occult powers to the user. Also used in treating emotional states such as anger or jealousy. Inspires healing, renewal, purification, rebirth and growth. Heals hurt feelings, helps mend damaged relationships. Peridot, as well as being recommended as a cure for insomnia, is said to aid the digestion, placate the nervous system, reduce temperature, improve bruised eye, and alleviate anger, jealousy and irritation. It is associated with stress reduction, relaxation, health vigor, recuperative abilities, comfort and intuition. Especially good for healing the healers. PRENHITE: Prehnite is a stone of unconditional love. It is said to connect to the archangel Raphael. Prehnite enhances inner knowledge, showing tje path forward to spiritual growth through attunement to divine energy. Prehnite connects the will and the heart. In so doing one's actions attain the highest good. Wear prehnite to strengthen your intuition and recognize truths. Used as a stone of vision, it works well during meditation to access higher levels of awareness, stimulating the third eye chakra. Healing properties of Prehnite: Prehnite can assist in finding the root cause of an illness. Healers use it for the kidneys and bladder, thymus gland, shoulders, chest and lungs. Q QUARTZ: Clearly, the best all purpose stone! The symbol of elemental wholeness, containing the four elements of creation. Assists us to amplify, focus, direct, transmit and store energy. Its greatest attribute is known to be its use as an aid to opening the psychic centers, enabling the ability to meditate at a deeper level and to free one's mind from the mundane and the trivia. It releases the higher consciousness and develops mystical and spiritual gifts. It is also particularly useful for meditation and when working to contact or align with one's higher self! The Quartz Crystal attracts the powers of light and energy and is said to be an excellent powerful general healer and dynamic working tool which works on all levels - strengthening, cleansing and protecting. Purifies air. Protects against harmful electrical vibrations. Assists the wearer to think intuitively. R ROSE QUARTZ: Always a favorite, this stone is the stone of choice for all things love. Often used to open the heart chakra, this stone is very much attuned to drawing love, promoting peace and happiness, and also fidelity within an established relationship. Rose quartz is highly recommended for those who are experiencing a lot of grief. Very good for expressing and soothing emotions. Rose quartz is a very loving stone, and enhances all forms of love: self-love, mother love, caring, kindness, platonic and romantic live. Gently energizes and creates warmth. It is also said to stimulate the imagination and the intellect and to open up the heart to inner peace, self love and self recognition. It is a very healing stone for internal wounds, bitterness and sorrows. It makes one more receptive to beauty, hastens recovery and gladdens the heart. Lifts depression, creates confidence and peace. Helps the heart and circulatory system. This lovely stone is claimed to be one of the best stones to use in the treatment of migraines and headaches of all types. Rhodonite: Emotional support. Helps one take the next step emotionally. Rhodocrosite - Colored a beautiful pink, this stone is a very powerful love drawing amulet when worn by the user. Its many soothing qualities make it excellent for calming the mind, body and spirit. It is also known to increase ones strength and stamina during rigorous activity. Also an excellent aid for increasing beauty through healing the skin and complexion. Change. Gives one confidence while making desired changes. Very supportive. One can make large changes very quickly with this stone. Rhodonite - Ever the soothing stone Rhodonite is a promoter of happiness, joy, laughter and peace. An excellent aid for smoothing over a troubled relationship, clearing the mind of confusion and doubt while calming and promoting balance. Ruby - This stone, with it's most amazingly beautiful red color, is very helpful in all types of love magick. Especially those spells involving sexual love, increasing ones sex drive, and lust. They are also very beneficial in raising energy, as well as, promoting a sense of courage. Also used in matters of protection, power, happiness and wealth. Love - Opens the heart. It allows one to overcome fear. Carrier of the red ray. The ruby is considered to be the most powerful gem in the universe, and is associated with many astral signs. To own a ruby is said to have contentment and peace. Placed under a pillow, the ruby may ward off bad dreams. Ruby rings should be worn on the left hand so as to receive the life force and have protection. Given as a gift, the ruby is a symbol of friendship and love. The ruby is also the symbol of vitality and royalty. Reticulated Quartz (Green) - This stone is best known for it's powerful energies. It is most widely used in healing's, creating a sense of balance, positive life patterns and greater insight. S Shaman Stones (Moqui Marbles) - Found at the base of the Navajo Sandstone formation are these odd Ironstone concretions. Used by the Moqui Indians that inhabited this area, they were often used for games and in slings for hunting. Made up of centers that are filled with hard-packed sandstone with an outer shell of iron, phosphorus and lime, how they were formed is still shrouded in mystery. The energies contained within these formations is said to be similar in nature to Boji Stones. These stones are most known for their highly protective qualities and their ability to absorb negative energies and replace them with more positive energies. They are an excellent source for healing magick as their energies easily pass up the chakra column. Useful in meditations and spiritual journeys, when held in each hand, the experience is greatly enhanced. Shaman Stones are equally balanced between grounding and energizing thereby acting as a connector to the earth's energies. These can also be used to contact your animal guides, spirits and totems. Sapphire: Mental clarity. Clear mental garbage and confusion. Carrier of the blue ray. Shiva Lingam Stones - Only found at the Narmada River, high in the mountains of Mandhata one of the 7 sacred holy places of pilgrimage in India, these stones contain sacred markings which are symbolic of the markings on Lord Shiva's forehead. They are said to contain the loftiest vibrations of all the stones on earth. It is said they emanate a vibration that will purify ones home or temple. This stone is said to represent the male energy of knowledge and the female energy of wisdom. SMOKEY QUARTZ: Smokey quartz or Smoky quartz fosters serenity, calmness, positive thoughts, calms fears, lifts depression. Also associated with stability, practicality, intuition, pride, joy and a realistic, grounded spirituality. Helps us turn our wishes, dreams and desires into reality. Good luck talisman. Improves creativity and enhances joy. Teaches us to simplify our lives and always to live in a sacred manner. Stimulates and purifies energy centers. Grounds and stabilizes energies, helps lift depression and fatigue. Smokey quartz disperses negative patterns and vibrations, and transmits a high quantity of light. Benefits reproductive organs, muscles, heart and nervous system. Improves abdomen, kidneys, pancreas and the sexual organs. Increases energy fertility. Encourages survival instincts, and therefore protects soldiers on active service. SODALITE: Sodalite protects from external negative energy and is a highly grounding stone. If you use computers too much, wear it to shield against damaging effects of the radiation. Sodalite's color symbolizes wisdom and psychic activities. Fosters rational thinking, logic, intelligence, emotional balance, intuition, higher knowledge, clarity, truth and perception. It also soothes and heals the central nervous system. Sodalite clears the mind for deeper and wiser thinking, aids logic along with opening third eye intuition, stabilizes mental processes and aids in the shift from emotional to rational thinking. Use it if you are a person who over reacts emotionally or has panic attacks. Helps to eliminate confusion, change habits and stimulate ones intellect. Physically, it lowers blood pressure and balances the metabolism. Assists in sleep. Sugilite: Absorbs garbage from wearer's aura. Will feel lighter when you wear this stone. It uplifts and gives extra energy. Sunstone: Enhances contemplations. I find my meditations are clearer when I wear this stone. Also, I remember my dreams more. I use it for a few days in a row when I find I can not remember my dreams. T Tanzanite: Changes. Uplifts and opens the heart. TIGER EYE: Tigers eye is a stone used for courage, confidence and protection. It is also a solar plexus stone, and helps by deepening perception and clarity of self, and giving us courage when we need it most. It is good for manifesting of ideas and to place visualizations into reality. It helps us to obtain goals by taking direct action and by learning when to act or wait. It is claimed that tiger-eye will counteract feelings of hypochondria and the onset of psychosomatic illness and will also give a feeling of self- confidence. It is especially good for clear thinking and helps one to see a problem objectively when confused or emotionally affected. Protects from witchcraft and evil. Also associated with the correct use of power, courage, grace and the ability to see clearly and without illusion. Excellent for asthma patients. Tree Agate: Introspection. Helps one view themselves with more clarity and see the world through a broader viewpoint. TOURMALINE: Comes in various colors and hues. Balances, protects, calms, gives self- confidence and cheerfulness. Useful for meditation. Attracts inspiration, goodwill and friendship. Protects wearer against misfortune and anemia. Prevents lymphatic disease. Grounds high-frequency energies. Black or Green Tourmaline strengthens nervous system, regulates blood pressure. Deflects negative energy, attracts prosperity. Blue Tourmaline cures all throat problems, thyroid and speech impediments. Promotes clear verbal expression, dissolves mental friction, emotional constriction. Carries a high electrical charge and if rubbed briskly one end becomes positive and one negative, the energy can then be directed wherever peaceful energy is required. Watermelon/Pink Tourmaline is a heart balancer. Promotes understanding of self and emotions. Enhances flexibility, happiness, objectivity, compassion, serenity, balance, positive transformation, healing, strength, tolerance, and understanding. Excellent channeling stone for communication with higher forces. Pink Tourmaline: Promote female balance and protection. Pink Tourmaline gemstone meaning Pink tourmaline is a gentle stone that directly touches the heart! The color varies widely from pale pink to deep red Relaxing and nurturing, pink tourmaline is associated with feminine energies. It vibrates a deep resonance with the heart chakra. It has the potential to heal emotional wounds with its soft, soothinig energy to bring feelings of comfort and safety. Pink Tourmaline opens your ability to surrender to love! Combine pink tourmaline with these stones: Use with Rose Quartz, Morganite, Kunzite, Rhodonite, Rhodochrosite, Malachite, Dioptase to restore love Use with Black Tourmaline to relieve stress, worry or obsessive behavior. Emotional balancer and cleanser. Alleviates stress and obsessive behavior. Assists in changing patterns to better align with spiritual growth. Radiates kindness, tolerance. Topaz (Blue) - This stone is most commonly used during purification rituals. It is very beneficial in promoting a sense of peace and a calming of emotions. Said to be helpful in removing pain form the body it can also relieve nightmares when placed by ones bed at night thus ensuring a good night's rest. TURQUOISE: Turquoise is a very sacred stone used for centuries by the Native American's in all healing work. This is a stone of peace, serenity and tranquility. Increases protection, meditation energy, wisdom, balance, honest communication, strength, friendship and love. Shields the wearer from harmful influences, attracts friendship. In healing this stone connects the spiritual bodies with the other levels: the physical, emotional, and intellectual. It is said that turquoise will grow pale on a sickly person and recover its color when returned to a healthy person. Overlaps the heart and throat energy centers and connects the three upper and three lower chakras. Beneficial for the entire body, especially the respiratory and immune systems It is good for laryngitis and nervousness in speech Can strengthen entire anatomy and helps improve all diseases. Color varies from Blue to Green. Unikite: Balances physical/emotions. Unknown: Discover the properties of unknown stones for yourself. Find out what is true for you. There are ways to obtain a stone of your preference and to make it work for you. Just say that if you love labradorites or kyanites and you want it to stand and aid in matter of your heart and aid with finding new or true love, then you can make up your mind that this stone will help you find love and help you. 1.) Take the stone in a velvet or silk cloth; 2.) Cleanse it first in sea salts by simply placing it in a dry bath of sea salts; 3.) Take entire set-up of stone and sea salts and place in natural sun-light on a window sill, and then let it absorb the energy for a few days or over a weekend; 4.) When your stone is ready or when you feel that it's ready for use and wear in your heart, you can take the stone and either have it set/incorporated as a necklace, amulet, a ring setting, or just keep in your pocket or purse. Vesuvianite: Vesuvianite (also known as Idocrase) is named for Mount Vesuvius in Italy where it was initially discovered. It is usually found in green but also can occur in purple, red, white, brown or yellow. This very energetic stone aligns the will with the heart, bringing a wholeness and integrity that is quite healthy for the individual. It encourages enthusiasm for life and imparts the courage to change. More benefits of this beautiful crystal include: Releases negative attachments Helps one find a true path in life Refurbishes courage by releasing hidden fears Aligns truth with daily life |
| "Surround yourself with light, goodness, positivity and love. Remove all aspects of negativity from your life - shut it out. When we wear stones, gems or jewels, which all have certain positive and metaphysical qualities, we are accentuating our souls. To accentuate your soul, is to stone one's soul. Meditate..." |
| Interesting beliefs and facts about stones: Many cultures and people believe that stones give off psitive energies and have metaphysical properties that are good for the heart, mind, body and soul. It is also said that a stone's color, shape, placement, combined with it's natural mineral composition can affect one's mood for better or for good. There have also ben studies concerning stones and color therapy as well and it's affect on the human psyche or mindset, body, soul...For instance, carry pink quartz with you to bring about harmony in your life... |
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