AFRICAN TURQUOISE

Today’s highlighted stone is called African Turquoise. African Turquoise is not true turquoise but is teal Jasper mined in Africa. It has the same structure and colour tones as turquoise. African Turquoise has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale and can range in colour from emerald to teal blue. The word “Turquoise” is derived from French and is translated as “Turkish Stone”.

 

African Turquoise is known as a transformational and evolutionary stone.  It is said to assists us in moving forward and being open to new ideas and concepts. It is said to help us open to change, growth and new possibilities.

 

African Turquoise is associated with wisdom.

 

Metaphysically, if you are seeking direction for your higher self and greater good, this is the stone of choice. 

 

African Turquoise is associated with the Third Eye 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 is not 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 and helps us to see both sides of all issues. Amazonite is traditionally used to soothes emotional trauma.

 

It is recognized as the stone of courage and truth.

 

Amazonite is known to heal the heart and throat chakras.

 

It is said to 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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AGATE & QUARTZ LARIAT NECKLACE

An Agate Geode looks much like a potato from the outside. Inside the Geode is the beautiful surprise. Simply put, water containing minerals gathers and through pressure and other processes, the minerals and water harden over time to create this beautiful piece of shimmering deposit. Agate Geode’s have a hardness is between 6.5 and 7 on the Mohs scale.

 

The larger piece in this Lariat necklace is a slice of an Agate Geode which has the same healing energies as all Agate but a Geode also contains other minerals which enhance the Agate’s energies. Geodes are said to assist us in seeing the whole picture and afford us the ability to see things from different perspectives.

 

Geodes are used as a tool to help clear our minds for meditation and for de-stressing.

 

Agate is a grounding stone that assists in balancing us emotionally, physically and intellectually. Agate harmonizes the positive and the negative. It assists us with self-confidence and concentration. 

 

Agate Geode is associated with the throat (5th) and heart (4th) chakras.

 

The Lariat necklace has been completed with a Quartz point which has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale.

 

Quartz Points are said to, among other things, amplify the energies of the Agate Geode.

 

Clear Quartz is associated with the upper chakras.

 

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JANUARY TRADITIONAL BIRTHSTONE -GARNET

 Garnet is the modern and the traditional birthstone of January.  Emerald is the mystical stone for January.  The two zodiac signs that fall in January are Capricorn with sunstones of Agate and Ruby, and Aquarius with sunstones of Agate, Amethyst, and Opal. The planetary stone for Capricorn is Lapis Lazuli and for Aquarius is Turquoise. Capricorn’s talisman is Onyx and Aquarius’ talisman is Jasper. 

 

Today we are highlighting Garnet which has a hardness of 6.5 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale and has been used in jewellery since the Bronze Age (in the third millennium BC). Garnet comes in an array of colours from the classic red garnet to red/violet, ambers, oranges, yellows and greens.

 

Garnet is associated with love and passion and is known as the stone of commitment.  Garnet is used to amplify and draws the qualities we are looking for in a relationship such as trust and devotion.  It has been said that its energy bring luck with love.

 

Garnet’s energies are said to push for success and to assist in reaching our goals.

 

Garnet is used to activate and amplify other crystals.

 

This is an intense stone which stimulates both the crown and the root chakras.

 

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BALTIC AMBER

Baltic Amber is a fossilized tree resin that is used in the same manner as any crystal, mineral or stone in jewellery creation. Baltic Amber’s is a fossilized tree resin with a hardness ranging from 2 to 2.5 on the Mohs scale.

 

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

 

Baltic Amber is also used for teething toddlers.

 

In ancient times, Baltic Amber was worn by children for their protection.

 

Metaphysically, Baltic Amber is associated with desire, sensuality and romantic tenderness.

 

Amber is said 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 from 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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SAPPHIRE – SAGITTARIUS SUN SIGN STONE

The Zodiac signs also have stones associated with them.  The December Zodiac signs are Sagittarius and Capricorn, and some of the stones associates with these signs include agate, amethyst, beryl, garnet and sapphire.

 

Today we are highlighting Sapphire. Saphhire is the sun stone of Sagittarius (also the talisman of Cancer, the birthstone of September and the Sunstone of Taurus).

 

The gemstone Sapphire is a variety of the mineral corundum, an aluminium oxide.  Sapphire has a hardness of 9.

 

Sapphire is known as the stone of wisdom and is said to brings peace of mind.  This is the stone of prophecy.

 

Sapphire aligns the physical, mental and spiritual.

 

The blue sapphire shown here is associated with love and purity and is said to help us stay on our spiritual path.

 

Sapphire is used to calm and regulate the body.

 

Sapphire is primarily associated with the third chakra but is also associated with the throat chakra.

 

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DECEMBER BLUE LACE AGATE (Capricorn Sun Stone)

We have been highlighting the birthstones of December.  The Zodiac signs also have stones associated with them.  The December Zodiac signs are Sagittarius and Capricorn, and some of the stones associates with these signs include agate, amethyst, beryl, garnet and sapphire.

 

Today we are highlighting Agate, (Capricorn sun sign stone) which in general, is between a 6.5 to a 7 in hardness on the MOHS scale.

 

Are featured bead is Blue Lace Agate (also known as Blue Chalcedony) which is known as a stone of communication and is said to help you speak your truth and with public speaking.

 

Blue Lace Agate’s energies are said to be soothing, calming and centering. This stone is used to helps with confidence. Blue Lace is known as a harmony stone and its energies are associated with happiness.

 

In the past, this specific agate was used as a protection stone for children.

 

Blue Lace Agate is associates with the throat chakra but is also associated with the third eye to help quiet the mind.

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DECEMBER BIRTHSTONE – Lapis Lazuli

We continue our look at December’s Birthstones which are blue topaz, chrysoprase, lapis lazuli, onyx, ruby, turquoise, tanzanite, and zircon.

 

The Zodiac signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, the two signs that fall in the month of December include agate, amethyst, beryl, garnet and sapphire.

 

Today we are highlighting beautiful Lapis Lazuli which is comprised of lazurite (25% to 40%), calcite and pyrite.  Lapis Lazuli has a hardness of 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale.

 

Lapis Lazuli is known as the stone of truth. It is used metaphysically to promote inner truth, self-awareness and speaking your truth.

 

It is associated with wisdom and good judgement.

 

Lapis' energies is said to stimulate promotion and success.

 

This stone is associated with the throat chakra as well as the third eye chakra.

 

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December Birthstone - Onyx

 Welcome to December. December’s Birthstones include blue topaz, chrysoprase, lapis lazuli, onyx, ruby, turquoise, tanzanite, and zircon.

 

The Zodiac signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn, the two signs that fall in the month of December, have sunstones that include agate, amethyst, beryl, garnet and sapphire.

 

Today we highlight Onyx.

 

According to “Gem Select”, Onyx is black and white banded agate (cryptocrystalline or chalcedony quartz).  Niccolo onyx, which has a very thin upper layer, allows the black base colour to show through as grey or blue.  Onyx has a hardness of 6.5 to 7.

 

Blue Onyx has been used in rosaries for centuries.

 

It is said to releases stress, anxiety, worry and grief, and to carry a soothing and healing energy.

 

Metaphysically, Onyx is sed to clear communication.

 

It is a sobriety stone especially when coupled with amethyst.

 

Blue Onyx is associated with the throat chakra.   

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