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AGATE                                             

Agates attract strength. Agate is a protection from bad dreams. It also protects from stress and energy drains. Agates have been used in jewelry since Biblical Babylonian times. They were used to ward off storms. They were prized gems in antiquity. The agates with banded colors were placed at the head of a sleeper to give rich and varied dreams. Agates have been thought to be good to harden the gums.

Healing properties of agate

Agate is used for stomach upsets. Place the agate on the solar plexus. The agate can't change emotions, but helps to change our level of acceptance of the emotion. Such as when you are very sad the agate will let you know that this will pass and help you get on to another and better day. This is why the Agate is considered so powerful as it gives us the strength to carry on. Carry an agate when you have to make an important decision.

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.

Carnelian Agate

Carnelian (also sometimes referred to as cornelian) is found primarily in India, as well as various sites in South America. It is a variety of chalcedony. The most favorable pieces are a deep red to red-orange hue. Carnelian has a long and storied past, and was once considered strictly the property of the noble class. People holding a high social status were often buried with this gem stone.

Want more pep in your life? Keep a carnelian with you and feel the energy flow to you. Carnelian is used for these benefits:

• gives energy
• protects from bad vibrations
• guards against poverty
• helps give a sense of humor
• calms the temper

Healing properties of Carnelian

Carnelian is an energy booster. It helps the insecure person to find strength within them so they can come into their own. It is said to increase the appetite.

Moss Agate

Moss agate is a multi-shade of green that resembles moss or trees from a distance. It is sometimes found with bands of brown agate and when this occurs it is called mocha stone.

Moss agates are considered the most powerful of the agates. It was the agate of warriors. Moss agate is the most powerful of the agates that helps balance emotional energy. It helps the user to let go of anger and bitterness, so the emotions are balanced. When used in jewelry the moss agate is believed to bring the wearer health, friends and riches.

Moss agate enhances concentration, persistence, endurance and success in one's endeavors. It is an abundance stone.

Healing properties of moss agate

Moss Agate strengthens in times of stress.

It is helpful in relieving sensitivities to weather and pollution. Midwives use it to assist in successful birthing. It is used to speed up recovery, conteract long term illnesses, cleanse the circulatory and elimination systems.

http://crystal-cure.com/agate.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agate

AMAZONITE                   

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.

Healing properties of amazonite

Amazonite helps balance the emotions and gives physical stamina.

http://crystal-cure.com/amazonite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazonite

AMBER

Amber is technically not a gemstone or mineral, but a fossilized sap from prehistoric trees that has aged over the course of millions of years. Amber is usually thought of as yellow golden in hue, but amber also can be found in shades of milky white, red-orange, green, black and even (very rarely) violet.

Early physicians prescribed amber for headaches, heart problems, arthritis and a variety of other ailments. In ancient times, amber was carried by travellers for protection. To early Christians, amber signified the presence of the Lord.

In the Far East, amber is the symbol of courage; Asian cultures regard amber as the 'soul of the tiger'; Egyptians placed a piece of amber in the casket of a loved one to ensure the body would forever remain whole.

Amber energy properties

• Brings a care free, sunny disposition
• Promotes good luck and success
• Dissolves oppositions

  Healers use it for:

• stomach, spleen and kidney complaints
• joint problems
• teething pain in babies

http://crystal-cure.com/amber.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amber

AMETHYST 

Crystalline quartz in shades of purple, lilac or mauve is called amethyst, a stone traditionally worn to guard against drunkeness and to instill a sober mind. The word amethyst comes from the Greek meaning "without drunkenness" and amethyst is believed to protect one from poison. 

It is used as a dream stone and to help insomnia. Put an amethyst under your pillow to bring about pleasant dreams, or rub it across your forehead to offer relief from a headache.

Ancient Egyptians used the amethyst guard against guilty and fearful feelings. It has been worn as protection from self-deception, as well as a protection against witchcraft. The amethyst has long been used to open the spiritual and psychic centers, making it one of the power stones. It is also used as a meditation aid when worn as a necklace.

The amethyst is known as the Bishop's Stone and is still worn by Catholic Bishops. The amethyst symbolizes piety, humility, sincerity and spiritual wisdom. It is thought the amethyst is the perfect stone to symbolize The Age of Aquarius.

Healing properties of Amethyst

Amethyst is a gemstone often worn by healers, as it has the power to focus energy. A healer will usually wear several pieces of jewelry with amethysts set in silver, especially an amethyst necklace. The person to be healed will have an Amethyst to hold while the healing is being done. The healer will place another piece of Amethyst on the area of the body in need of healing, the heart or lungs usually.

Amethyst is used for problems in the blood and in breathing problems. Amethyst crystal clusters are used to keep the air and life force in the home clean and positive.

Amethyst clusters, points or several tumbled Amethysts placed in a window that receives sun most of the day are very beneficial to use in healing and to heal negativity in the home. Place Amethyst clusters, points or several tumbled Amethysts in moonlight and everyone in the home will be feeling calmer. Using an Amethyst as a meditation focus will increase the positive spiritual feelings. Amethyst helps overcome fears and cravings. It also helps relieve headaches.

http://crystal-cure.com/amethyst.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amethyst

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 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

http://crystal-cure.com/apatite.html

 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apatite

AQUAMARINE 

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 often associated with the thymus gland. It is very soothing worn as a necklace. Healers use it to 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.

http://crystal-cure.com/aquamarine.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aquamarine_(gemstone)

AVENTURINE 

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.Yellow Aventurine opens the third eye chakra. It is often used to balance emotions and male/female energies.Red Aventurine opens the root chakra. It can assist in creativity, and help you to see the possibilities in new opportunities.

Healing properties of Aventurine

It is used to aid nearsightedness. Aventurine has a stabilizing effect on the emotions. It is excellent for teenagers.

http://crystal-cure.com/aventurine.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aventurine

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.

http://crystal-cure.com/azurite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Azurite

BLOODSTONE 

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.

http://crystal-cure.com/bloodstone-gem.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heliotrope_(mineral)

BRASS 

Alloy of copper and tin. Used as a shield.

http://www.healthynewage.com/crystals.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brass

CHALCEDONY

Considered a sacred stone by the Native American Indians, chalcedony nurtures and promotes brotherhood and good will.

• Used to assist telepathy
• Absorbs negative energy and dissipates it
• Harmonizes mind, body, and spirit
• Instills generosity

Healing properties of chalcedony

Chalcedony is a powerful cleanser, including open sores. Mothers use it to increase lactation, and it also fosters the maternal instinct. It increases physical energy. Healers use it to decrease ill effects of senility and dementia as well as to heal the eyes, gallbladder, bones, spleen, blood and circulatory system.

http://crystal-cure.com/chalcedony.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalcedony

CHRYSOCOLLA 

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.

http://crystal-cure.com/chrysocolla.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysocolla

CHRYSOPRASE 

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.

http://crystal-cure.com/chrysoprase.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysoprase

COPPER 

This mineral can combat lethargy, restlessness, excitability, and non-acceptance of oneself. It emits a philosophic energy, free of orthodoxy and bias.Copper activates and opens the base and sacral chakras, advancing and stabilizing the energies of intuition, sexuality, desire, and vitality - directing these energies toward the pursuit of ones path of evolution. It allows one to recognize the barriers which are in the path of ones development.
It can conduct electrical impulses and can magnify the energy transfer, from the healer or from the minerals, to the subject of healing. It has been used in the treatment of arthritis, bursitis, and rheumatism, and to stimulate the metabolic processes.

http://www.keystonejewelry.com/id24.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copper

FLUORITE 

Formerly called fluorspar, fluorite has a wide range of colors including yellow, blue, pink purple and green. It is an interesting and beautiful stone because often more than one color occurs in a single stone. The ancient Egyptians used flourite to carve statues and scarabs, the Chinese have used it in carvings for over 300 years. In the 18th century, fluorite was powdered in water to relieve the symptoms of kidney disease.

Fluorite is said to absorb and neutralize negative vibrations. It makes one more receptive to the vibrations of other stones. Fluorite should be kept in every room of the home. Fluorite is known as the "Genius Stone".

• increases concentration
• helps in decision-making

Healing properties of Fluorite

Fluorite may be used with other stones. It helps to open the way for the power of other stones to be effective. It can be used as a meditation stone to help energize the body and raise the power of concentration.

Healers use it to help with ulcers as well as the respiratory tract by stimulating cell regeneration in these areas. It fortifies bones, improves arthritic or other joint ailments. It can be laid directly on the body.Yellow Fluorite enhances the intellect and magnifies mental powers.

http://crystal-cure.com/flourite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fluorite

GARNET 

GOLD 

Gold symbolizes the purity of the spiritual aspect of "All That Is". It is symbolic of spirituality and development in the realm of complete understanding, allowing one to both attain and maintain communion with the source of all being.
The energy of gold can be used to balance the energy fields and to assist one in the elimination of ego conflicts and feelings of futility.It has been said to attract honors, wealth, and happiness, to provide composure, to stabilize the emotional system, to alleviate tension and stress, and to amplify positive feelings. It also assists one in attuning to nature and its healing forces. Gold has been called "The Master Healer". It is an excellent mineral for purification of the physical body.

http://www.keystonejewelry.com/id24.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gold

GROSSULARITE   See GARNET above.

HEMATITE 

Hematite is used to improve relationships. If you need your personal relationship to be better, carry a hematite with you always.

The name comes from the Greek word for blood. It has been used as an amulet against bleeding, and so is known as the "blood stone". When arranged like the petals of a flower, it is referred to as the "iron rose". Native American folklore states that war paint made from hematite will make one invincible in battle. People in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries wore hematite jewelry during mourning.

Scientists of the Mars Exploration Rover Project believe that deposits of hematite on Mars may help prove whether large amounts of liquid water ever flowed on Mars' surface. They say that where water was, life may have had a chance to thrive as well.

Hematite is good for increasing intuition. In jewelry it is best in a ring worn on the left hand.

Healing properties of Hematite

Hematite stimulates iron absorption in the small intestine, which in turn improves oxygen supply to the body. It can be in direct contact with the skin, but results in inflammation for some people, so test it carefully on yourself before use.

http://crystal-cure.com/hematite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hematite

HOWLITE 

Howlite can be found in green, white and blue. It is a super-calming stone and many people use it to releive stress of all kinds. It makes an excellent antidote to insomnia due to an overactive mind.

Focusing on a piece of howlite can assist in journeying outside the body and gaining insight from past lives. Placed on the third eye, it opens memories of previous times and lifetimes.

Place a howlite stone in your pocket to absorb your own anger - or another's anger that is directed toward you. It helps to overcome critical or selfish behaviour.

Healing properties of howlite

Relieves insomnia.  Balances calcium levels.  Strengthens teeth and bones

http://crystal-cure.com/howlite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howlite

IOLITE 

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.

http://crystal-cure.com/iolite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iolite

JASPER 

A strong protection gemstone, red jasper is known to protect against hazards of the night. Red jasper is very lucky for actors. Jasper is one of the oldest known gemstones. It is mentioned in the Bible several times. Jasper is a strong securing gemstone. It is a stability gemstone. It is a powerful protection against things that are not good for you and it eases emotional stresses, making it a wonderful gemstone to have in your home.

Jasper gives one the courage to speak out and have personal independence. It also protects from fears in the night. Red jasper is thought to help balance the energy in the body. All jaspers help balance the emotional energy in the body.

Healing properties of Jasper

Jasper comes in many colors. All colors of Jasper will help balance the vibrations of the body. Jasper is slow to show a change to the person, but is such a basic "good" stone that one should always have it on hand. Rainbow jasper is said to ease emotional stress. Carry rainbow jasper and feel relaxed and secure.

Putting a rainbow Jasper in a glass of water for 3 days and then drinking the water is considered a tonic for good health.

http://crystal-cure.com/rainbowjasper.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jasper

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

http://crystal-cure.com/labradorite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labradorite

LAPIS LAZULI 

MAGNETITE 

This is an excellent stone for balancing polarities such as male-female; physical-spiritual; left brain-right brain, and many more.

Magnetite aligns the chakras and connects the base and earth chakras to the nurturing energies of the earth. Additional properties include:

• Aids telepathy, meditation, visualization
• Strengthens trust in your own intuitions
• The magnetic quality of magnetite attracts love, commitment and loyalty
• Offers relief from negative emotions

Healing properties of magnetite

Healers use this stone for recovery. It is said to be beneficial for asthma, blood and circulatory system, skin and hair. Some use it for muscle strains and cramps; to stop nosebleeds.

http://crystal-cure.com/magnetite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnetite

MALACHITE 

Malachite is believed to be a strong protector of children. It is said to protect the wearer from accidents and protects travelers. Malachite has been used to aid success in business and protect against undesirable business associations. It is a stone of balance in relationships.

Malachite is always green, usually in banded tones varying from very dark green to a mellow green. Most malachite comes from Zaire, Chile and Australia.

Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used malachite for jewelry and ground it to use as eye shadow. It is used in amulets to protect against the evil eye. In the Middle Ages it was used to protect children from witches and other dangers.

Healing properties of Malachite

Malachite is a stone that should not be used for physical healing. Malachite has been called the "mirror of the soul". It is variable in its condition. It reaches the inner feelings of the person and reflects what is there, negative or positive. It is so beautiful that one would like to wear it in jewelry, but caution must be used when wearing Malachite. It will always reflect how you feel, if you feel negative don't wear Malachite. It reminds us that we have a dual nature and it is up to each person to know and rule his own person. To help get rid of nightmares, keep a piece of Malachite in your bedroom.

Use with copper to increase the power of malachite.

http://crystal-cure.com/malachite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malachite

MOONSTONE 

It is said if you give your lover a moonstone necklace when the moon is full you will always have passion with each other. Moonstone is a highly valued gemstone for these reasons:

• Brings good fortune
• Assists in foretelling the future
• Enhances intuition
• Promotes inspiration
• Brings success in love as well as business matters
• Offers protection on land and at sea

The moonstone is associated with the moon and was the stone of the goddess Diana. The most powerful time to use the moonstone is in a full moon.

It has been worn as an amulet to bring good emotions to the wearer, while protecting those of a sensitive nature. It can reunite lovers who have quarreled. Moonstone is also considered a good luck stone.

Moonstone is a very personal stone. It is a reflection of the person who owns it. It does not add or detract, only shows how it is. This is why the moonstone is said to perceive that which "is". Moonstone is an excellent stone to use in meditation to understand oneself. Placing it in the moonlight of a moon reaching its fullness, not a full or waning moon, can revitalize it. This is a particularly good gemstone for women. It is a good stone for young women or teenagers.

Healing properties of Moonstone

Moonstone is used by healers to stimulate the functioning of the pineal gland and balance internal hormone cycles with nature's rhythms. Moonstone is a stone of inner growth and strength. Though often considered to be a woman's stone, it can be beneficial to men in opening the emotional self.

http://crystal-cure.com/moonstone.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moonstone_(gemstone)

ONYX 

Onyx is known to separate. It can help release negative emotions such as sorrow and grief. It is used to end unhappy or bothersome relationships.

Onyx guards against negativity

Onyx jewelry is worn to defend against negativity that is directed at you. Black stones have protective energies in the sense that black is the absence of light, and therefore, can be used to create invisibility.

• Fortifies self confidence and responsibility
• Sharpens your senses
• Encourages a healthy egotism

http://crystal-cure.com/onyx-gem.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onyx

OPAL 

Blue Opal is a stone that will soothe erratic emotions and enhance personal courage.

• Enhances your ability to communicate what is in your heart
• Helps in overcoming those things you do to yourself that are harmful
• Strong connection to the sea and creatures of the sea (dolphins, mermaids, etc.)

The opal is said to be many things including the most powerful of healing stones, the stone of hope, the stone of great achievement and even the "stone of the Gods".

It is said to be the stone of love, but only to faithful lovers. The opal will bring misfortune to an unfaithful lover.

PINK OPAL is a stone of peace and tranquility for the aura.

It is especially noted for its energies in healing emotions.

Sleeping with pink opal or holding it while in meditation helps to bring compassion and a gentle resolution of painful memories. Pink Opal is a Heart Chakra stone.

The opal is said to be many things including the most powerful of healing stones, the stone of hope, the stone of great achievement and even the "stone of the Gods". Ancient Romans associated opal with hope and good luck.

It is said to be the stone of love, but only to faithful lovers.

Yellow (honey) Opal is a stone of emotional stability. It is often used to amplify positive emotions. It is useful in balancing the crown chakra.

The opal is said to be many things including the most powerful of healing stones, the stone of hope, the stone of great achievement and even the "stone of the Gods".

Ancient Romans associated opal with hope and good luck.

http://crystal-cure.com/opal-gem.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opal

OPALITE 

Opalite is a man-made opalized glass resin that is fused with metal to create an opalescent effect.

• Place on the Crown Chakra to enhance vision
• Stabilizes mood swings

Opalite has a soft, gentle and soothing effect when held or viewed.

http://crystal-cure.com/opalite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opalite

PEARL 

http://crystal-cure.com/jewelry-pearl.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pearl

PERIDOT 

A tiny island known as Zabargard (owned by Egypt) is documented as the first source of peridot, dating back as far as four thousand years. Early Crusaders who visited St. John's Island (now called Zabargard) introduced this gem to Europe upon return from battle.

Peridot is mentioned in many ancient references as chrysolite. It is mentioned throughout the Bible, and early Christians considered it sacred. Today still, Catholic Bishops traditionally wear a ring of peridot and amethyst as a symbol of purity and morality.

The peridot was believed to be a stone of springtime by ancients who considered it a gift from Mother Nature. Napoleon once made a gift of peridot to Josephine as a symbol of undying love and admiration. In ancient times, it was said that a dream about peridot foretold impending danger.

Healing qualities of peridot

Peridot is a stone of lightness and beauty. Only spiritual or clear-minded persons should use peridot. The person with too many earthly problems will not be able to understand the beauty of the Peridot. The very spiritual can wear peridot in a necklace with the stone at the base of the throat to feel its soothing effect. Used in a necklace, peridot is a protector against negative emotions.

Peridot has been known to have healing effect on the gall bladder and liver.

http://crystal-cure.com/peridot-gem.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peridot

PREHNITE 

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.

http://crystal-cure.com/prehnite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prehnite

QUARTZ 

Quartz crystal is a clear variety of quartz that was first found high in the frozen mountains of the Alps. Ancient people believed it was a form of ice crystals that would never melt. It is said to have cooling powers and is a romantic stone. Sources of quartz crystal include Brazil, Madagascar, Switzerland, France and parts of the Soviet Union.

Healing properties of Quartz Crystal

Crystal is a common stone, but a powerful one. It is mainly used in healing as amplification for the energies of the other working stones. In healing, the crystal point is best and the size can be important.

For meditating the crystal ball or point can be used. As it is a powerful stone the user should experiment with each to find what is best for him.

The Quartz Crystal has a similar vibration as humans. This is why using Crystal to meditate and keeping a Crystal helps one to know oneself. It will sometimes not work for a negative person.

http://crystal-cure.com/crystalgem.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quartz

RHYOLITE 

This earth stone makes a wonderful connection to earth and all its inhabitants - plant, mineral and animal.

Rainforest Jasper (also called rhyolite) celebrates the joy of life.

It brings awareness and joy for the natural state of things, such as your own body, emotional balance, interaction with other living people and organisms.

Rainforest Jasper can be used to invigorate or renew your emotional state. It brings hope and positive energy to alleviate depression or lethargy.

http://crystal-cure.com/jasper-rainforest.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhyolite

ROSE QUARTZ 

Your marriage can have more sparkle and fire when you keep a rose quartz under your pillow. You will look younger too.

Rose quartz is known as the love stone. It helps the user feel a strong sense of self-worth, therefore being worth love. Rose quartz is the stone of universal love. It is also the stone of love in marriage. When worn in jewelry the wearer feels a sense of self-worth.

Healing properties of Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz has a gentle vibration of love for the owner. It gives inner peace and helps in all matters pertaining to love in all its forms. Rose Quartz opens the heart to love. It also helps as a rejuvenator to the skin. It is a lovely stone for a young person.

It is said washing the face in water charged by rose quartz will help fade wrinkles and keep the skin young.

http://crystal-cure.com/rosequartz.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose_quartz#Rose_quartz

SERPENTINE 

Serpentine gets its name from the word 'serpent' because it resembles the skin of a snake. It is sometimes called New Jade and occurs in a variety of colors including red, green, brown-red, brown-yellow and white. It has been used since ancient times to guard against disease and sorcery.

Serpentine makes an exceptional meditation stone. It helps you to find inner peace. Serpentine was carried in ancient Assyria to request the gods and goddesses to provide double blessings. Nursing women used it to regulate their milk supply.

Some of the uses of serpentine include:

• Protection against poisonous creatures such as snakes, insects, etc.
• Balances mood swings
• Encourages the ability to solve conflicts by peaceful means 

Healing properties of Serpentine

Serpentine can be placed directly on the skin. It is an aid to kidney and stomach complaints, relaxes cramps and menstrual pain and helps women who are unable to reach orgasm due to tension. 

 http://crystal-cure.com/serpentine.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serpentine_group

SILVER 

Silver brings one "the Advantage" throughout life. It can be used to improve ones quality of speech and can bring eloquence to conversations. It tends to bring an air of culture to ones presence and to eliminate abrasive traits while promotion popularity.
Silver is used extensively with gem stones because the metal is able to both attract and retain, unto itself, those qualities which are emitted by the stone. The silver provides a steadying influence for the jewel.
It can draw forth negativity from the body while transferring the positive forces of the other mineral; hence, it performs as a balancing agent.

http://www.keystonejewelry.com/id24.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silver

SMOKEY QUARTZ 

Smokey quartz is nature's stone of endurance. If you need a extra boost, carry a smokey quartz gemstone with you. It promotes:

• Personal pride and joy in living
• Creativity in business
• Opens the path for perception and learning

Smokey Quartz is a protection stone that cleanses and clears negative energy.

Smokey Quartz is a grounding stone that transmutes negative energies and facilitates your ability to get things done in the practical world. It enhances organizational skills and is good to have around in the workplace or home office.

Healing properties of Smokey Quartz

Smokey Quartz is connected with the sounds of the universe. It makes you more aware of sounds including telepathic sounds. Smokey Quartz helps relieve depression.

http://crystal-cure.com/smokeyquartz.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smoky_quartz

SODALITE

Sodalite brings inner peace. Keep sodalite in your pockets and in every room of your house, so its peaceful properties will flow all around you.

Sodalite is a dark blue stone with white calcite interspersed. It is sometimes confused with lapis lazuli as it also has small specks of pyrite in it. The largest deposit of sodalite is in Brazil.

Sodalite is the stone of athletics, as it stimulates endurance. It is said sodalite will harmonize the inner being or the conscious and subconscious mind. Sodalite promotes peace and harmony. Sodalite is extra lucky for writers.

Healing properties of Sodalite

Sodalite is associated with the thyroid. It is perfect in a necklace. Wear it when you want to loose a few pounds. It helps in communicating and will give confidence to speak more.

http://crystal-cure.com/sodalite.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sodalite

SUNSTONE

Sunstone was associated with the Sun during the Rennaissance because of its sparkling orange-gold hue. It was used by magicians to call upon the influences of the sun. It is a protective stone.Placed before a white candle, sunstone will spread protective energies throughout your home.

Symbolically, sunstone is linked to moonstone. Carry the two stones together to bring the influences of the Sun (Healing, Protection, Success) into harmony with those of the Moon (Love, Peace, Spirituality).

Sunstone is worn to:

• Give you extra energy when you are ill or under stress
• Stimulate sexual arousal and increase sexual energy
• Increase self-healing power
• Promotes harmony among the organs functions

Sunstone stimulates your personal power of attraction.

http://crystal-cure.com/sunstone.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunstone

TIGER EYE 

Tiger Eye lets you see everything. Use it for insight and you can be a very lucky person. When used in jewelry the tiger eye may bring good luck and protection from the evil eye to the wearer. It also known to bring clear thinking and insight.

Healing properties of Tiger Eye

Tiger's-eye or Cat's-Eye is a stone for the mind, not the body. Tiger Eye is used to focus the mind. It will cause the mind to have feeling of oneness and feel more direct in all thoughts. It makes one aware of one's own needs related to the needs of others.

A personal symbol carved in Tiger eye is excellent for the spiritually advanced to use in meditation.

http://crystal-cure.com/catseye.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiger_eye

TOURMALINE

Black Tourmaline (Schorl)

Rub black tourmaline for luck and happiness. This is a powerful stone and a very lucky stone. When the tourmaline is rubbed it becomes charged with magnetic electricity and the luck intensifies.Tourmaline is black, but also shades of red, pink, green, blue and what is known as watermelon tourmaline, which is a crystal with green on the outside and pink in the middle.

Tourmaline uses differs as its colors differ. All colors are very powerful and it must be used carefully. Each person seems to react differently to Tourmaline. It has been used with intestinal problems, but only a healer should use it. Black Tourmaline pushes all negativity away.

Blue tourmaline, also called indicolite or indigolite, is a very rare and special kind of tourmaline. The word Indicolite is derived from the Latin word, meaning 'indicum plant'.

The soothing blue color promotes a calming effect, and offers relief from stress.  Indicolite brings joy and happiness. It promotes harmony, tolerance and kindness.

Some uses are:

• to develop psychic gifts
• to open doors and communication with the spiritual realm
• to facilitate deep meditation
• to better explore and understand past lives

Brown tourmaline (Dravite) is an ideal stone for self-healing, aids in finding emotional strength and self-acceptance. Dravite inspires courage and persistence. It calms and soothes, grounding and stabilizing the inner self.

Use Dravite with these compatible stones to clear and ground the root chakra and provide psychic protection:

• Black tourmaline
• Jet
• Black obsidian
• Smokey quartz

Green Tourmaline

All the tourmalines contain a wide scope of healing effects. The multi-colored tourmalines combine several qualities.  Green Tourmaline (also known as Verdelite) brings a joy for life. It promotes an appreciation for the many wonders that life has to offer. It encourages patience and openness, as well as sincere interest in fellow human beings.

The magical uses of this stone include the stimulation of creativity. It is also used to attract money and success in business.

Green tourmaline strengthens the heart and offers detoxification effects.

Pink Tourmaline

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!

• Emotional balancer and cleanser
• Alleviates stress and obsessive behaviour
• Assists in changing patterns to better align with spiritual growth
• Radiates kindness, tolerance

http://crystal-cure.com/tourmaline.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tourmaline

TURQUOISE 

The ones with the black lines in them are called Navajo turquoise and helps you to stay in a place of love and connectedness with others. By doing this it can make you feel at "home" no matter where you are. It is a combination of turquoise and sard (sard being the lines). turquoise by itself keeps one in the feeling of unconditional love and connection to all that is while sard by itself keeps one in the state of emotional attachments to family, home, their roots (the good memories of childhood) it also assist in digestion of proteins both animal and vegetable.

One of the main compounds of the Turquoise stone is copper. This is what gives it the blue, green, blueish-green colors. It also is often combined with the Azurite stone as well. Turquoise is wonderful for drawing out negative vibrations from a person. It is best to place it at the feet or worn inside the sock for this. It dissipates negativing as it draws from the body. It allows the negativity to go back into the ground. A good stone for helping one to bond with the spiritual. It offers much uplifting. Also helps open the heart chakra for giving and receiving.