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Wednesday, 31 May 2017

LARVIKITE

Larvikite contains a high percentage of the mineral anorthoclase but also contains feldspar which gives it the blue reflective qualities.

Larvikite is a grounding and protective stone originating from Norway (also known as Black Labradorite or Norwegian Moonstone).

It is said to enhance our visions and psychic abilities. Larvikite stimulates the mind. It assist us in understanding, spiritual clarity and to open our minds to new ideas without emotional attachment.

It is said that Larvikite can spiritually assist us with learning disabilities, helps brain function and increased vitality.

Larvikite is associates with the Root (1st chakra) and the Third Eye (6th chakra)




LARVIKITE WITH HEART

Tuesday, 30 May 2017

TIGER'S EYE & AFRICAN TURQUOISE

Tiger's eye promotes harmony and balance (especially mentally) without interference from emotions. It assists us with our perceptions, understanding and wisdom. It assists to eliminate illusions.

African Turquoise it the stone of evolution and promotes development and growth. It assists us to opening our mind spiritually to new ideas and concepts.

Physically, Tiger's eye is associates with bone repair and releasing toxins. Turquoise is a stone to assist in strengthening us physically and mentally. It spiritually assists us with head and neck issues including migraines, headaches and balance issues.

Tiger's eye has been used as a talisman and is said to attract abundance. Turquoise balances our moods.

Tiger’s eye is associated with the Sacral (2nd) and Solar Plexus (3rd) chakras. African Turquoise is associates with the Throat (5th) and Third Eye (6th) chakras




TIGER’S EYE & AFRICAN TURQUOISE NECKLACE 

Monday, 29 May 2017

COPPER (DANISH HONOUR)

This is a specially commissioned necklace in honour of Danish heritage.  It includes a twenty-five øre coin (Danish krone) and a charm representing the famous “The Little Mermaid” which was sculptured by Edvard Eriksen and has graced the waterfront of Copenhagen since 1913.  The entire necklace has been created in copper (both natural and patina). 

Copper is well recognized for its healing properties especially with fighting infections. Copper is an antioxidant, and it improves the production of hemoglobin, myelin, collagen, melanin and the list goes on.

Copper is a conductor and therefore is an excellent means to transfer and amplify energy. This metal is a great choice for healers.

Spiritually, Copper is the metal of the body.

Metaphysically, copper is used for grounding. Since ancient time, Copper has been used in talismans because of its protective qualities.

Both Copper is associated with the base and sacral chakras.


REMEMBERING DENMARK IN COPPER

Saturday, 27 May 2017

FIRE AGATE & UNAKITE

Fire agate is a chalcedony quartz and has a hardness of 6.5 to 7.  Unakite is combination of Feldspar, clear Quartz and Epidote and has a hardness of 6 to 7.

Traditionally, Fire Agate has been used to encouraged those who are timid and shy to speak up. It helps those that need to be more assertive so that they are not ignored or bullied.

Fire Agate is said to stimulate sexual energy and helps with sexual imbalances including fear of intimacy. It is also said to assist with the increase of physical energy to increase stamina and blood circulation.

Orange fire agate is associated with the Sacral chakra.

Unakite is said to benefit the female reproductive system and is beneficial during pregnancy.

Unakite said to assist with any type of addiction including overeating. Unakite is an excellent healer during prolonged illness or hospitalization.

Unakite is associates with the Heart chakra.



FIRE AGATE AND UNAKITE STATEMENT SET

Friday, 26 May 2017

BLOODSTONE (Heliotrope)(Jasper)

Bloodstone is a Heliotrope which is a variety of Jasper and has a 7 in hardness.

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

Jasper is known as the supreme nurturer and its energy is slow and continual.

Bloodstone specifically draws strength and vitality and assists us in being loving and compassionate. It assists with courage, living in the moment and calming the mind.

Bloodstone can assist with the clarity for good decision making as it helps to clear impatience and aggressiveness.  

Bloodstone is said to cleanse our energy as well as our blood.  It benefits blood rich organs and circulation.  It is a powerful healer.

This stone in particular contains very vibrant turquoise green which is unusual for Bloodstone which normally has a more earthy green.  This leads me to believe that it was enhanced by the supplier but this is not for certain.

Bloodstone is associated with the lower chakras. 


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BLOODSTONE (Jasper) PENDANT

Thursday, 25 May 2017

NATURAL HOWLITE

Howlite is a cauliflower shaped stone with a hardness of 3.5. It is seldom found in crystal form. Frequently, Howlite is dyed and sold as turquoise. In its natural form, Howlite is white with grey to black veins, as seen here.

Howlite is known as the calming stone and is an excellent choice for stress relief.

It is the attunement stone & linked to the spiritual dimensions. It opens us to insights & wisdom and is a perfect tool for meditation.

Howlite is used in crystal healing for pain, and issues related to our bones, among other things.

Howlite is excellent for all of our chakras and is used as a scrying (seeing) crystal.

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Howlite with Rings

Wednesday, 24 May 2017

Red Jasper

Jasper is from the quartz family and is a 6.5 to 7 in hardness. 

Jasper, in ancient times, was worn by shamans and kings as it is 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 give us courage to speak our truth. Jasper is said to enhance tranquility and helps us to eliminate or ease stress.

Red (sometimes called Brown) Jasper has been used to assist when quitting smoking or other addictions as it strengthens the emotional body.

Jasper aligns the chakras.

The tree of life is very symbolic from its grounding roots, stable trunk, medicinal leaves, ability to filter and clean air, bearing of fruit and the list goes on. 


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JASPER TREE PENDANT

Tuesday, 23 May 2017

AZURITE & MALACHITE

The beads in this pendant are a combination of Azurite and Malachite.
Azurite assists in clearing and expanding the mind for understanding, and Malachite draws peace and harmony, clearing past emotional trauma.
This combination is said to clear deep past emotional trauma and opens the mind to healing.
Physically this stone is used for arthritis and other bodily aches.
Azurite is associated with the third eye chakra and Malachite is a cleanser for all chakras.
Both Azurite and Malachite have a 3.5 to 4 in hardness and both are a copper base mineral.
It should be noted that with some people, this combined stone can cause heart palpitations.
AZURITE & MALACHITE PENDANT



Monday, 22 May 2017

AQUAMARINE (BERYL)

Aquamarine is from the Beryl family and it come by its greeny or sea blue colour from iron impurities in the colourless, glassy, beryl crystal. It has a hardness of 7.5 to 8.

Aquamarine helps us to calmly speak our truth and to have courage. The keyword for Aquamarine is Courage. It brings us hope and helps us to experience peace.

Aquamarine can 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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AQUAMARINE TREE OF LIFE

Saturday, 20 May 2017

BLACK AGATE

Agate has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 and comes in a variety of colours and bands.

Black Agate is a stone said to assist us in dealing with stress and helps us to remain calm. This provides inner strength and emphasizes courage.

As with most black stones and minerals, Black Agate is a grounding tool and is associated with our root chakra.

Black Agate is associated with fertility and the reproductive organs. It is a perfect choice for pregnancy and menopause.

The moon which represents our emotions is a perfect charm to accompany the black agate all placed on the circular pendant representing emotional cycles.


BLACK AGATE IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOON