SCORPIO BIRTHSTONE - CORAL

 We continue our look at the Birthstone or Sunstones of Scorpio.  Apache tear, beryl, aquamarine, coral, obsidian and topaz are the stones that represent the Zodiac sign of Scorpio.  Today we will highlight Coral.

 

Coral is a skeletal structure which is slowly built by small marine animals. Coral is between 3 and 4 in hardness on the mohs scale.  Natural coral is generally the colour of Carnelian but most coral used in jewellery has been dyed to enhance the red colour. 

 

Coral is said to aid in meditation, visualization and creativity. As a result, it is a suggested talisman for artists. 

 

Coral is used to attract love and increase passion and prosperity. It also used to assist in the creation of balance and in harmony with nature.

 

Physically, Coral is said to assist with circulation and blood issues as well as regeneration.

 

Coral is used to enhance all of the chakras.

 

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LABRADORITE

We were commissioned to create a pendant from this lovely Labradorite Cabochon and the client loves swirls.  Such a radiant piece deserved to be wrapped in 925 silver.

 

As the name suggests, Labradorite was discovered in Labrador, Canada. It has a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale.

 

Labradorite has a wonderful metallic reflective quality when light hits it specific ways and is known for its lovely flashes of colour.  Labradorite has been associated with or compared to the aurora borealis. The pieces in our example today reflect wonderful blue, green and yellow tones.

 

Labradorite is said to enhance our intuitive and mental abilities as well as our ability to open up to new ideas. This stone is used to assist with dream recall.

 

Labradorite is a stone of choice for transformation.

 

Labradorite assists those that use their hands for healing and is associates with the throat chakra.

 

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SCORPIO BIRTHSTONE- APACHE TEAR

 We are entering the sign of Scorpio today and we thought appropriate to feature the Birthstone or Sunstones of Scorpio.  Apache tear, beryl, aquamarine, coral, obsidian and topaz are the stones that represent the Zodiac sign of Scorpio.  Today we will highlight Apache Tear.

 

Apache Tear is a common name for round small black obsidian nodules which are made of volcanic glass. Apache tear has a hardness of 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale. These nodules are brittle and chip easily so it is important to be careful when storing them with other stones. As a side note, I actually prefer the chipped nuggets as this give them dimension and more reflection….character if you will.

 

Apache Tear is said to be a good luck stone. 

 

Apache Tear is used to relieve grief and sadness. This is an excellent tool for those that give support during stressful situations.

 

Apache Tear is said to be grounding and is known to give protection.  Just as with black obsidian, Apache Tear used to protect from negativity in our surroundings and from within (such as negative thoughts and reactions). 

 

Physically, Apache Tear has been used for muscle spasms and to boost the immune system.

 

Apache Tear is associated with the root chakra.

  

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AMAZONITE

Amazonite has a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale and is part of the feldspar mineral group.  Contrary to its name, Amazonite cannot be found in the Amazon River after which it was named but can be found in other parts of Brazil.

 

Amazonite is said to be a soothing stone that balances the male and female energies. It is used to assist in seeing both sides of all issues and to sooth emotional trauma. 

 

It is known as the stone of courage and truth.

 

Amazonite heals the heart and throat chakras. 

 

Keep Amazonite under your pillow to have clear dreams.

 

It should be noted to handle Amazonite with care as it easily chips or cracks.

 

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BALTIC AMBER

With the trees brilliantly displaying their lovely fall colours, I felt compelled to highlight the very popular Baltic Amber today.  Its brilliant yellows and golds are a perfect reflection of autumn. 

 

Baltic Amber is a fossilized tree resin that is used similar in the same way as any crystal, mineral or stone with jewellery creation.  Baltic Amber’s hardness ranges from 2 to 2.5. 

 

When amber is worn against the skin, the nugget or bead is naturally warmed by our body and the bead releases small amounts of healing oils (succinic acid). The oils are absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream and are noted to boost the immune system, reduce inflammation.  These oils are also used as an analgesic for pain. Baltic Amber is said to assists with varicose vein and increases blood circulation.

 

Baltic Amber is well known for its healing energies and is used for teething toddlers.  Did you know that in ancient times, Baltic Amber was worn by children for their protection?

 

Metaphysically, Baltic Amber is associated with desire, sensuality and romantic tenderness.   It is said that it was used to find lasting love. 

 

Amber is also used to cleanse and purify areas and can simply be placed in a room or made into an elixir. 

 

Amber reactivates the second Chakra and is used to cleanse all chakras.

  

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AMETHYST

 Amethyst is the purple variety of the quartz family and can range from light to dark purple and from clear to a solid colour.  The clear gem grade Amethyst is the most sought-after version of this mineral.  Amethyst, as with all quartz, has a hardness of 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale. 

 

Amethyst is one of the most popular of the healing stones and is considered the master healer.

 

Amethyst is a stone associated with sincerity, protection and purification.  

 

Amethyst's energies are also associated with the psychic realm.

 

Amethyst comes from the Greek word methustos which can be translated as intoxicated. This stone has been used for centuries in association with sobriety and is also used for other addictions.  It is said that Amethyst assists with the elimination of cravings.

 

In healing, Amethyst is not only used on those being healed but also is worn by the healer as it is believed that its energies heal the healer.

 

Physically, Amethyst is said to assist with headaches as well as assists and stimulates the immune system.

 

Amethyst is the sunstone for the Astrological sign of Pisces and traditionally is the birthstone for the month of February.

 

Amethyst is associates with the crown chakra.

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AQUAMARINE – OCTOBER BIRTHSTONE

 We continue our focus on birthstones of October which include aquamarine, beryl, coral, jasper, opal, and tourmaline.  Libra is connected to agate, lapis lazuli, peridot and sapphire, and Amethyst, Garnet, Ruby and Topaz are connected to Scorpio.  

 

Today, we are highlighting Aquamarine which is part of the Beryl family.  Aquamarine comes by its lovely greeny or sea blue colour from iron impurities in the colourless, glassy beryl crystal. Aquamarine has a hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale.  Aquamarine is also the birthstone of March, and a sunstone of Gemini.

 

Aquamarine is said to help us to calmly speak our truth and to have courage. The keyword for Aquamarine is courage.  It is connected to hope and peace. 

 

Aquamarine is used to help us move forward with positive changes in life by releasing events of the past.

 

Aquamarine is associated with the Throat Chakra.

 

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OCTOBER BIRTHSTONE – JASPER

 As mentioned last week, October has several birthstones, aquamarine, beryl, coral, jasper, opal, and tourmaline.  Libra is connected to agate, lapis lazuli, peridot and sapphire, and Amethyst, Garnet, Ruby and Topaz are connected to Scorpio.   

 

Today we are highlighting Jasper which is from the quartz family and it has a hardness is between 6.5 and 7 on the Mohs scale.

 

Jasper, in ancient times, was worn by shamans and kings as it is considered a powerful protection stone and helps to ground.

 

Jasper is known as the supreme nurturer and its energy is slow and continual. Jasper is said to draw strength and vitality and to assists us in being loving and compassionate. 

 

Jasper is said to enhance tranquility and helps us to eliminate stress. Red (sometimes called Brown) Jasper has been used to assist when quitting smoking or other addictions as it is used to strengthen the emotional body.

 

Jasper aligns the chakras. 

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TOURMALINE

Welcome to October.

 

October has several birth/sun stones.  The month of October is represented by aquamarine, beryl, coral, jasper, opal, and tourmaline.  Libra is connected to agate, lapis lazuli, peridot and sapphire, and Amethyst, Garnet, Ruby and Topaz are connected to Scorpio.   

 

Today we are going to highlight Tourmaline which is a semi-precious gemstone with a hardness of 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale.  Tourmaline is a combination of several minerals; the most common or which are Elbaite, Schorl, and Dravite.  Tourmaline comes in a very wide variety of colours but today’s showcased piece is Black Tourmaline.

 

Tourmaline is a healing crystal that is associated with moving beyond old habits which in turn make change a little easier. 

 

Tourmaline is a powerful grounding stone and is known to enhance tolerance and understanding.  This is the stone of choice when a positive attitude is essential.

 

In ancient times, it was used to ward off evil spirits. Today it is still used as a shamanic stone for protection and purification.

 

Black Tourmaline has been suggested for wear at work for clarify and energy and is said to benefit those with stressful jobs to release anxiety and even anger.

 

Tourmaline is said to reduce toxins that cause chronic diseases and to cleanse the nervous system which again, as mentioned earlier, helps to create less stress, alertness as well as greater circulation.  It is important to remember that all healing starts on a spiritual level.

 

Black Tourmaline is associated with the Root chakra.

 

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