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Stones, Crystals, Metals

Helpful Hints

Select the stone which has the properties to help you.

*For energy, carry the stones with you, either in a little pouch around your neck or in your pocket or pocketbook.

* For meditation, hold the stone in your hand or set it in front of you. If in a meditation group, sit the crystal in the center of the group for collective consciousness.

*For healing. In a full-scale crystal working, ask the stone for its energies and utilize them. In healing, place the crystal on the part of the body where you need it. For chakra work, choose crystals of the appropriate color and properties. Place the stone on the afflicted area and feel it's energies work as it draws the sickness or pain out. You can hold the stone in your receptive hand to absorb the healing energies. At the end of the process, the stone is probably depleted of much of it's energy. Thank your crystal and then cleanse it. Remember, most stones will retain these negative energies.

* For elixirs: place the stone in a bottle and fill the bottle with distilled water, Place it in the sun/moon for 24-48 hours, then use the water as a topical spritzer or rub. The water is "energetically charged" by this process.

*Most crystal's properties are linked to the chakras.

 

Cleansing Your Crystal

Several ways are suggested:

*Place it under the light of a full moon/sun for 24 hours.

*Bury it in the earth (make sure you mark it!), for 24 hours.

*Place in Sea Salt Water. One teaspoon of Sea Salt in a glass bowl in cool water. Place the crystal in the water. Make sure the crystal is covered with water. Let this bathe in the water for 24 hours. This is a wonderful way to rejuvenate the power of your crystal. It washes away the negative energy it has absorbed and recharges it with the positive healing energy again. (Note: Some crystals should NOT be washed/cleansed in salt water/sun for it changes their physical properties (not their metaphysical properties), they are listed below.

Not to be cleansed in Salt Water:
*Calcite
*Carnelian
*Labradorite (Spectrolite)
*Lepidolite
*Moldivate
*Opal
*Turquoise
*Ulexite

*Use caution only with the softer Mica and crystaline stones

May fade in Sunlight:
*Amethyst
*Celestite
*Opal
*Turquoise

*Smudge your crystal with sweetgrass, sage, cedar or incense. Pass the crystal several times through the wafting smoke.

*Place your crystal on a large crystal cluster for 24 hours.

*Soaking your crystal in flower water with the petals of the flowers such as rose, honeysuckle, orange blossoms for 24 hours will cleanse the crystal of all it's negative energy.

Abalone: Used to help build and protect muscle tissue, benefits the heart and helps in digestion. Nicknamed the sea ears, the Abalones flattened, oval shape with iridescent interior was used as a natural container (cup) for cleansing, offerings and prayers.

Adamite: Typically green due to trace amounts copper and or uranium, yellow, rarely white and occasionally purple to trace amount of cobalt. Yellow green to violet. Yellow adamitecrystals in limonite gossan matrixOval Facet Lemon Yellow Adamite, Sri Lanka

Aegerine: Black to greenish black. Excellent stone for energy generation. It concentrates positive energy for dispersi, stimulate growth and revitalize the mind. Delineates emotional trouble spots. Guards against negative energy & psychic attack. It increases the energy of other stones in any healing situation. It augments the immune system.

Agardite-CeAgate: Used for fainting, liver ailments, bleeding and strengthens the heart. . Promotes grace, good health, happiness, intelligence, and longevity. They are protection stones, give strength, victory and attunement with the earth, sharpen sight, illuminate minds and assist in discovery. They protect children from falling. An Agate held in the mouth relieves thirst. It was once used to reduce fevers by applying it to the forehead.


Agate:
Composed of microscopic crystals of Quartz laid down in colorful bands or ribbons. Almost always translucent. Agates are grounding stones. They help obtain a better physical/emotional balance. They work to raise consciousness, and builds self-confidence. The workhorse of the stone world; slow forming, steady and reliable. Promote grace, good health, happiness, intelligence, longevity. One who looks upon an agate tells the truth and is aided in remembering. Agates are grounding and gentle. They are protection stones, stones for inheritances. They give strength, victory and attunement with the earth. They sharpen sight, illuminate minds and assist in discovery. They protect children from falling and from bites. Blue Lace: The energy of this mineral is most useful at the throat, the heart, the third eye, and mind. Activating these chakras, it helps one to enter in to high frequency states of awareness. It can be used in the treatment of arthritic conditions and in cases of "hereditary bone deformity: it can also be used to strengthen the skeletal structure." It is useful to enhance the mending of breaks and fractures. It can help to remove blockages from the nervous system and from the capillaries of the body. Wear or carry for peace and happiness. Calms the emotions and mind. Washes away mental clutter. Works on the thyroid. Brings total attunement to the senses. Aids attitudes, eases depression and despair. Their energy is circular and flowing. Lace agates do not protect, they encourage and support. Red, orange, yellow, browns: Solid, Grounding. For stomach, colon, liver, spleen, kidneys. Used for centering, bloodsugar, anorexia/food issues, lymphnodes, balances emotions, gives insight, restores nerve feeling and healing after injury/burns, brain balance, pineal, pituitary, coordination, gives patience, and peace. Moss: Translucent, transparent agate containing inclusions of minerals that look like moss or foliage. Improves ego and self-esteem, emotional balance, strengthens positive personality traits, and helps connections to nature. Aura protector that neutralizes fears and opens the mind and Being to new ideas. For meditation the clouds lead the mind into astral realms and expand consciousness. Eases emotional pain, aids creative visualization, increases trust and strength for earthly survival. Stimulates universal love. Connector to spirit guides, helps open communications with unseen entities. Helps you connect with nature spirits and the land. Gardener's talisman, increases your plants' fertility and ensures a bountiful crop or healthy flowers. Botswana: Gray and waxy in appearance. Strongly recommended for anyone who comes in regular contact with excessive amounts of heat or smoke. Helpful for anyone who wants to quit smoking, beneficial to the circulatory system, the skin, and the brain, and soothes depression. Protection for the super-sensitive,especially in crowds. Strengthens sexual energy. Eases the pain of loneliness. Helps with emotional understanding. Liberates mental feelings. Strengthens the immune system. Fire: Comes in shades of orange, brown, blue, or green. Strong connection to the energies of the earth. Use for meditating, relaxation. Helps to alleviate problems relating to the stomach and endocrine system, to examine and deal with problems in a calm and safe manner, and take the edge off difficult experiences. Recommended for dentists, optometrists, and those in the healing profession. Agate Banded: Strong protector, reinforces strength and provides protection if you are very sensitive. Helps one who needs extra courage or energy to face stress. Agate Black: Protective stone, wear for courage and successful competitions. Agate Black & White: Guards against physical dangers. Agate Dendritic: One or the most powerful protective stones for travel, for it can prevent you from getting fatigued or having an accident when traveling down the highway. Agate Brown or Tawny: Once worn by warriors for victory in battle. It was prized in Italy and Persia as a guard against the evil eye. It's also a wealth talisman. For stomach, colon, liver, spleen, kidneys. Used for centering, bloodsugar, anorexia/food issues, lymphnodes, balances emotions, gives insight, restores nerve feeling and healing after injury and burns, brain balance, pineal, pituitary, coordination, gives patience, and peace. Agate Green: Worn to improve the heath of the eyes. In the past, a woman who drank the water a green agate ring was washed in was magically guared against sterility. Agate Plume: Encourages creative visualization, that is, to create an image of what you want and then achieve your goal. Aids you to keep focused. Agate Red or Blood: This stone was worn in ancient Rome to guard against insect bites, to heal the blood, and to promote calm and peace. For stomach, colon, liver, spleen, kidneys. Used for centering, bloodsugar, anorexia/food issues, lymphnodes, balances emotions, gives insight, restores nerve feeling and healing after injury/burns, brain balance, pineal, pituitary, coordination, gives patience, and peace. Agate Mexican Lace: Bolsters and strengthens your attitude. Agate White Lace: Called "Happy Lace." It can support optimism and elevate your thoughts. Agate Pink Lace: Adds to your happiness by helping you to rescue your attitude.

Ajoite: Color (Blue green to light green) The stone was first discovered in Ajo in Arizona and was named after this locality. It is associated with plancheite and papagoite. It often forms small tufts with the amazing ajoite color.

Albite:White or translucent stone with a bluish tinge. Found in North America, England, France, Japan, and Kenya. Moonstones are a cut and polished form of Albite. Helps relieve depression and can be used as a booster for the immune and respiratory systems. Soothing for mental stress. Strengthens the spleen and thymus.

Alexandrite: (A chrysoberyl.) Clear violet-green, lt. blue or orange-yellow iridescence. Extremely rare. Alexandrite changes color with source of light. That is incandescent light vs sunlight vs flourescent light. For healing, centering, self-esteem. Opens to higher self, disattachment, psychicness, spiritual love, joy, and luck. Excellent tissue regeneration; especially Central Nervous System. Helps to align mental and emotional body. Spiritual tranformation and regeneration. Reflects highest potentials of unfoldment. Joy, oneness with life. Oval Facet Green to Purple Alexandrite, Africa Emerald Green to Purple Alexandrite Cats Eye, Africa Green to Purple Star Alexandrite, Africa Green to Purple Alexandrite Crystal

Almandine:Typically red but often brown

Alum: Alum has been worn in Egypt as a protective amulet against evil. On the north coast of Africa, alum is also used for this purpose. A piece of alum is placed in the home to guard it, and small amounts of this mineral are sewn into or placed in children's hats to protect them as well.

Aluminum: Mental Abilities, travel, image magic.Small pieces of aluminum can be carried to stimulate mental abilites. Due to its modern associations with travel, aluminum is also utilized in spells involving trips to distant lands.

Alumany evil amulet or natural

Amazonite: Solid Lt. Blue/turquoise. Prosperity. Gentle Friendly, calming, soothing for throat, thyroid, nerve and Brain paths. Reduces self-damaging behavior, increases straight posture of self-respect, confidence, grace, self-assuredness with communication. It is a pale green form of Microcline, a potash feldspar, and is found in Brazil, U.S.S.R., and U.S. The best crystals are found near Pike's Peak. Soothes the brain and nervous system. Helps filter information and combines it with natural intuition. Enhances masculine qualities. Good for anyone involved in the arts. It inspires faith and hope. Balances the emotions. Helps perfect personal expression and verbalizing. Green Amazonite Blue Green Amazonite Brazil Green Amazonite Brazil Oval Green Amazonite Brazil Amazonite Pentangle Amblygonite Octagon Colorless, Amblygonite Brazil Antique Cushion Fact Yellow Amblygonite Burma Lemon Yellow Amblygonite Burma Light Lemon Amblygonite Burma Pear Shape Facet Vibrant Light Lemon Amblygonite Burma. Known as the "writers stone "because over the years it has worked well with the many writers and speakers. It enhances communications concerning love. It can be used in the treatment in disorders of the nervous system and to dissipate energy blockages which could propagate the improper flow of neural impulses. Also known as the "Hope Stone." It inspires faith and hope. Balances the emotions. Helps perfect personal expression and verbalizing. Helps gut feelings and the mind work together.

Amber: Clear yellow or orange ancient petrified resin (possibly pine tree). Electromagnetic. Past Life Work, Weight Gain. Opens solar plexus chakra for mental clarity, moods balance, confidence. Stomach anxiety, spine, Central Nervous System, brain, memory loss, cell regeneration. Aligns mental and emotional bodies via orange and yellow. Excellent detoxification and protection from radiation, especially x-rays, sun, computers, airport, planes and others' energies. Useful on the brain, lungs, thyroid, spleen, endocrine system, inner ear, and neurological tissue. Draws disease out of afflicted areas and neutralizes negative energy. It is a grounding healer. Can add stability to your life. Helpful in clearing up depression and bringing about a positive mental state. Also useful as a memory aid. Amber should be cleansed after being used for healing to dispense the negative energy it has absorbed. In ancient times, amber was burned to cleanse the air, especially during childbirth. It was also thought to improve eyesight by gazing into it. Allows the body to heal itself by absorbing and transmuting negative energy into positive energy. It stimulates the intellect and transmutes the energy of physical vitality toward the activation of unconditional love. It aligns the ethereal energies to the physical, mental, and emotional bodies, providing for an even flow of perfect order to the requirements of the Earth plane while balancing the electro-magnetics of the physical body. The ancient Greeks were the first to record information about amber's "electrical" properties. If it is rubbed with a piece of silk, it will attract dust and ashes. Because of the inclusions of insects and small animals, it was often thought to contain the essence of life. Amber has always been associated with magic. It is a favorite protective and enhancing stone of Pagans. It is a sensual, (amber is warm to the touch,) magnetic stone that attracts love. It was also thought to improve eyesight by gazing into it.

Ametrine Faced Gems Purple & GoldenViberent Purple & Yellow Fine Purple & Yellow Amertrine Crystal Fine Purple & Yellow Amertrine Crystal Purple & Yello

Amethyst: Translucent, purple/lavendar Qtz. Quartz family found in Brazil, Canada, Sri Lanka, and parts of East Africa. Color varies from a deep violet to a pale lavender, almost to the point of being clear. This is a stone that should not be used by those with vivid imaginations or have strong links with the otherworlds unless they are well advanced and grounded. Amethyst has a direct link to the mind. It bolsters the production of the hormones, and strengthens the cleansing organs, the circulatory system and blood, the immune system, and body metabolism. It soothes the nervous system and assists in the transmission of neural signals. Memory skills and motivation improve. Goals are clearer, more realistic, and easier to achieve. However, you must use this stone cautiously with subjects who have paranoid or schizoid tendencies. Can benefit people with insomnia or troubled sleep. Ideal for those who meditate. Promotes selflessness. Amethyst as a healing stone contains sobering and calming qualities and is known to calm and protect the mind. It soothes those who have engaged in constant rigorous mental activity. It has been deemed "nature's tranquilizer" by many healers because of it's effectiveness in relaxing not only the mind but also the nervous system. It also is protective in averting the mind from psychic attacks and transforming negative energy in to that of positive and tranquil tenacity. It is also used to bring understanding of all that is transitional, especially death and rebirth. It can provide security and peace of mind (along with understanding) when a loved one is lost or reborn. It is said to also have a relieving effect on stress, grief, depression, emotional despair and ineffective communication. Along with the many mental benefits of amethyst healing, there are also many physical afflictions for which the healing powers of amethyst are a remedy. As an elixir (solution as a medicinal substance) amethyst can be used to treat toothaches, skeletal discomforts, posture and other bone and joint-related sicknesses (like arthritis). In elixir form amethyst also cures problems within the stomach and digestive tract, the heart and hearing disorders. It has been known to treat various types of blood disease and balancing blood sugar. Amethyst as a healing stone or crystal is used to treat and heal problems involving the central nervous system. Amethyst is a treatment for both convulsions and neuralgia. Amethyst and magic have been connected for at least 2,000 years. The Greeks believed it to be an amulet against inebriation. It is one of the few stones specifically recommended for men to use for attracting women. Stone of spirituality and contentment. Amethyst bestows stability, strength, invigoration, and peace, the peace being the perfect peace which was present prior to birth. It is "warm and cuddly" as well as regal and ruling. It has been used to encourage and support sobriety. It is an excellent stone for one who is attempting to find freedom from addictive personalities (oneself or another). Calming, strong, protective qualities, healing, divine love and inspiration. Enhances one's psychic and creative abilities. The Amethyst (sometimes known as "Rose d'France" or the "Stone of the Seventh Ray"), a transparent stone and the most valuable (and probably best known) of the Quartz family. Its color varies from pale lilac to a deep rich purple. Amethyst is found in many countries and has been used in China for over 8,000 years. Thought to increase spirituality, it was a symbol of sincerity, security and peace of mind. Accoridng to ancient belief, wearing Amethyst or drinking from an Amethyst chalice would prevent intoxication. Its name is derived from the Greek Amethustos, which means "not drunken." According to Roman myth, Bacchus, God of Wine, created this gem. In order to avenge an insult he suffered at the hands of a mortal, he had vowed to have a Tiger devour the next mortal to cross his path, which happened to be a beautiful young maiden named Amethyst. The maiden cried out to the Goddess Diana to save her and was transformed into brilliant white crystal. When Bacchus saw what he had done, he was filled with remorse. Pouring wine over the stone maiden, he turned the color to a lovely violet. However, he left the feet and legs of the maiden colorless...which is said to be the reason why Amethyst crystals are usually uneven in color and have a colorless base at the bottom. In its deep purple variety, the Amethyst is symbolic of royalty and is featured in the British Crown Jewels as well as being a favored gem of Catherine the Great. In Judeo-Christian tradition, it was one of the stones in the breastplate of the High Priest and has long been considered the stone of Bishops, since a ring with an Amethyst setting is worn by all Bishops of the Catholic Church to symbolize their moral victory over all worldly indulgences. It is sacred to Buddha and prayer beads are ofted fashioned from the stone. When heated to 550-560 C, the color of the Amethyst changes to a dark yellow or reddish-brown. It is then known as a Citrine. If exposed to strong sunlight for any great length of time, an Amethyst will lighten in color. The Amethyst is said to promote pleasant dreams, improve memory and provide immunity to poison (when placed under the pillow). The wearers of an Amethyst are said to become gentle and amiable people and it remains one of the world's most popular gems. Tradition dictates that it should be set in gold or silver for the strongest effect.

Ammolite Canada

Anapaite: Fancy Facet Green Yellow Crimea from Russia

Anatase: Baguette Facet Cognac Anatase, Brasil Triangle Facet Blue and Yellow Anatase, Brasil Fancy Facet Conac with Rainbow Flashes Anatase, Brasil Pear Shape Facet Blue and Yellow Anatase, Brasil Fancey Facet Green Anatase, Brasil

Andalusite: Oval Facet Olive Green with Red Andalusite, Brazil Pear Facet Olive Green with Red Andalusite, Brazil Marquise Facet Green with Red Andalusite, Brazil Octagon Facet Olive Green with Red Andalusite, Brazil Long Oval Facet Olive Green with Red Andalusite, Brazil

Angelite: Medium blue to white crystals. Fairly new discovery in Peru during the Harmonic Conversion. Excellent balancer, polarizing and aligning the physical body with the ethereal network. Psychic connection to oneness with universe, spiritual guidance. Astral travel, heightened sensory awareness. Seeing paths to surmount challenges. Aligns physical and etheric fields for healing self & others. Regenerates and rejuvenates ill or depleted areas. Provides a protective energy field around the area where it is placed. This blue stone has soothing effects and works beautifully in calming and soothing anxiety or overactive children. Angelite is a wonderful stone to promote a sense of calm, serenity and inner peace. Hold a Angelite stone when feeling stressed and overwhelmed, the soft vibration will allow you to immediately calm down. Stabilizes the emotional body, allows one to speak out with authority in group settings. Dispels fears, anger, and allows one to forgive. Antique Facet Rare YellowOctagon Princess Cut Vibrant Light YellowPear Shape Facet Fine Yellow

Anhydrite: Anhydrite is to assist in breaking down old habit patterns by bringing secrets buried deep within the soul to light. This stone will also open the heart center by arousing sympathy for the human condition.

Ant Hill Crystals: Ant hill crystals expand and awaken the mind and soul through memory. These stones may be found at any ant hill; the bigger the ants the larger the crystals. North and South American shamans use ant hill crystals in their medicine bags and rattles in order to remain in contact with the spirits.

Antimony: Protection. Wear a small piece of antimony to guard against negative vibrations. This white metal can also be worn or carried for protection. This metallic mineral may be worn against the skin for vitality and improved circulation.


Apache Tears:
Small, dark, smoky-translucent Obsidian pebbles. Eases and releases pain, loss, sadness, anger, to help heal and go on with life. For looking within, protection, vision quest. Gently grounds and unblocks. Helps healing. Represents tears of grief shed by Native American women after their loved ones' deaths. Apache Tear provides psychic protection and grounding, carried as a good-luck charm.

Apatite: Transparent dk. blue, yellow, clear. Helps to deepen meditation. Blue and purple are used especially to heal and stimulate communications for self-expression, teaching, healing mouth, throat, thyroid, high blood pressure, stuttering. High Calcium content strengthens bones, muscles, mineral assimilation. Crystal form is hexagonal and glassy in appearance. Found all over North America as well as in Mexico, Norway, USSR and Sri Lanka. Most commonly confused with Fluorite and Aquamarine. Benefits muscle tissue and general motor skills. Promotes calcium absorption. Eases hypertension and restores clear thought. Apatite is a "mind over matter" stone. It helps to quiet emotional upset, especially during the more difficult phases of transformative deepening, such as divorce and death. Enchanting Fancy Facet Green ApatiteOval Facet Blue ApatiteApatite on Feldspar PakistanApatite TanzanianOval Facet Canary Yellow Apatite, Africa. It can help to integrate , coordinate , and balance the emotional intellectual , physical , and etheric bodies. It can further the connection with UFOs and can provide access to past life insight and telepathy. Apatite enhances creativity. Wearing or carrying apatite has successfully produced hunger suppression: an elixir made of the material has also produced the same results.

Aphtitalite: Aphtitalite could be used to promote unity and harmony in the body, mind and soul, as this stone balances the flow of cosmic energy throughout the body-earth. Use aphtitalite when you are feeling down, to encourage felings of contentment and self-assurance.

Apophyllite: Clear, white, light green striated crystals. Helps one connect to spirits and act in truth. Very powerful for deep, peaceful stillness,meditation, and dream recall. Clairvoyance, out of body travel. Green is most powerful: Heals and brings joyous openness to the heart. Clears mental fuzziness and channels for with higher-self. Helps see truth for growth. Mirror Apophylite has the additional reflective qualities of being able to recieve back what intentions are sent into the "mirror' of this stone. It has been used for centuries in India in the "art of gazing". One Mirror Apophylite is usually passed down from generation to generation. It is often called upon to reflect doings from the past to its user, in order to see both the good and the bad aspects of a families' past. Allowing the gazer to be aware of and work on improving the defieciencies from within. It provides a clear and absolute connection between the physical bodies and the astral bodies of its user. Regulates and strengthens the heartbeat. Provides stamina and strengthening the muscular structure.

Asbestos: Surprisinly, asbestos is nothing more than a mass of flexible, perfect prismatic crystals, usually a variety of serpentine or grocidolite. The use of asbestos in manufacturing and housing has caused countless illnesses today. In the past asbestos was worn for protection against negative magic and the evil eye.

Aqua Aura: Clear quartz with metallic light blue tint from electrical infusion of gold (amplifies quartz conductivity). Increases ability to send energy & alter consciousness for meditation, telepathy, healing. Aqua Aura is quartz crystal that has been treated with pure gold in solution and when electrical current is applied in a special machine, fuses the gold molecules to the surface of the quartz. Metaphysically it has the qualities of both quartz and gold. Quartz has a harmonizing effect, while Gold imparts a more assertive energy to the wearer and the blue color helps stimulate communications.
Aquamarine:
A beryl. Clear light blue, blue-green. Tranquilizing, uplifting, openess, innocence, lightheartedness, creativity, communication, self-awareness, confidence, purpose. Throat (& spleen) Chakra, Heart, immune system, thymus, lymphnodes, Especially for mouth, ears. Affects etheric and mental levels. Releases anxiety, fear, restlessness, peaceful stillness. Breathing allergies, water travel, journeys, seeing through people, protection.
Found in the US, Mexico, USSR, Brazil, and India. Has a soothing influence. The stone also occurs in a golden yellow color. Helps stabilize and harmonize unsettled surroundings. Filters out unnecessary information to the brain. Calms the nerves. Clarifies perception and strengthens the body's cleansing organs such as the liver, spleen, thyroid, and kidneys. Helps the eyes, jaw, neck, stomach, teeth, and throat. Was given to sailors as protection against drowning and for courage in battle. Helps reduce fears. Has an affinity with sensitive and mystical people. Increases creativity and sharpens intuition. Excellent stone for meditation. Helps one attune to nature. Quiets the mind and reduces stress. Helps bring about a tolerance toward others. Recommended as a purifier of the throat and helps sore throats. Oval Facet Santa Maria Blue AquamarineOctagon Cut Santa Maria Blue AquamarineOval Facet Bright Blue Silky Aquamarine, AficaGem Oval Cabochon Rich Blue Grey Cats Eye Aquamarine, RussaBlue Aquamarine Crystal, Russa. This stone is associated with Sea Goddesses. It is recommended for increasing psychic abilities.

Autunite:Autunite crystal is to stimulate creative imagination as well as to bring the mind under conscious control and direction.


Aragonite
: Translucent purple-pink-brown hexagonal, or white needle crystals. Deep, peaceful meditation; uplifts emotions. Centering, overview, patience under stress, helps us navigate business/managerial/personal challenges with a clear head and steady hand. Giving and receiving easily. Eyes, brain, Central Nervous System, heart. Aragonite Crystal Marquise Facet Yellow, Aragonite, Czech Republic Octagon Princess Cut Light Yellow Aragonite, Czech RepublicAntique Facet Fine White, Thedford Mines, CanadaAragonite Crystal

Avalonite: Avalonite aids in healing this fear so you can discover your true path.. It allows you to trust your intuition through letting go of fear; fear of all love related issues, fear of being wrong, and/or fear of failure. Avalonite brings love and wisdom to help you discover your true self AND then you may start living your truth. Wisdom and clarity; being clear about who you are. Helps you to become conscious; or aware of areas in your life that need healing. Aids feelings of loneliness by making you realize that you are apart of the Universe, you are never alone. Aids in decision making. Wisdom, Joy and happiness. Love integrating to wisdom or emotional to mental.

Aventurine: Translucent dark/lt. green and blue quartz. Aventurine is a green chalcedony that contains small inclusions of one of several shiny minerals which give the stone a glistening effect. The glistening effect of Aventurine is known as aventurescence. The color of the aventurescence depends on the mineral included in the stone. Mica inclusions give the give the stone a yellowish or silverish glitter or sheen. Goethite and Hematite inclusions give the stone a reddish or grayish glitter or sheen. Fuschite inclusions give the stone a greenish sheen. Aventurine may be green, orange, brown, yellow, or gray. Works with lungs, heart, adrenal glands, calming troubled emotions, and sexual organs. Joy, balance, clarity. Aventurine is the all-purpose healer. This means not only that it is considered by many to be good for physical disorders, but that it is healing on all levels. Green is the color of healing, and aventurine, as a member of the quartz family, has a concentrated ability to dissolve blockages. It has powerful mental healing characteristic to ground an individual emotionally, thus allowing for thought that is free of fear, troubled emotions, indecisiveness, and anxiety. Its primary physical healing function is to heal afflictions of the heart and lungs and adrenal system, helpful in the treatment of fevers, inflammation, nervous system stress and migraines, eye ailments, blood pressure abnormalities, hypertension and urogenital disorders. Aventurine was revered by the ancient Tibetans. They used it to represent the "eyes" in sacred statues, thus symbolizing increased divinatory powers. This stone is considered to be a gambler's talisman. It is said that it will attract money. It is considered a "lucky" stone. This stone is associated with the Thymus Gland. It has been traditionally used for improving eyesight and healing diseases of the eyes. The yellow/brown form of Aventurine is from Russia. It is almost impossible to find anymore.

Aventurine (Quartz)This stone is associated with the Thymus Gland. Improving eyesight, and healing diseases of the eyes.

Aventurine Green: It reinforces ones decisiveness, amplifies ones leadership qualities, and is a willing participant in instinctive action. Emotional tranquility, positive attitudes towards life, brings one into alignment with their center. Independence, health and well being , heals the heart. Called the "Stone of Heaven." It soothes, heals, and balances. Enhances intelligence. Increases opportunities and motivation. Brings luck and adventures in love and games.

Aventurine Blue:opens and dissolves blocks. Increases visionary powers and perceptions. Stimulates creativity and expression. Increases visionary powers and perceptions. Stimulates creativity and expression.

Aventurine Blue-Green: It soothes, heals, and balances. Helps one communicate in a more loving manner.

Aventurine Orange:This material provides reflective qualities so that one can recognize the flaws of humanity and can remain in the heart space to continue to love this same humanity. It can help one look at a situation incomplete detail, magnifying those aspects of importance. It provides for self reflection, and allows one to recognize that "In each person you see but the reflection of that which you choose to have that person be." It can be used when fasting, to reduce hunger.

Axinite: Axinite is a rare and unusual crystal that is a deep brownish red color. It is a tabular crystal, very wedge-like in form. Helps with change and transformation. It allows you to gracefully make the change required for personal growth. Aids in friendships, bringing two people closer together. Axinite treats disorders of the adrenal glands. Fancy Facet Rich Amber Axinite, Sri LankaOctagon Cut Champagne with Orange Axinite, MexicoOvel Facet Rich Orange Axinite, MexicoAxinite RussiaAxinite & Datolite Russia


Azurite:
Solid deep blue, blue-purple. A blue copper-based stone found in association with Malachite, which is its cousin. Less common than Malachite but found in abundance in Arizona. Activates more assertive communication and alert, quite, deep access to subconscious and other times/places/lives. Psychicness, creativity, decisiveness, deeper insight, seeing truth, reduces depression, anger, abnormal cell growth. High copper content stimulates thyroid, sinus, skin cleansing, spleen, nervous system, mental and etheric bodies. Referred to as the jewel of wisdom. It is said to increase psychic abilities. Esoteric gem literature states that Azurite can restructure molecules, revitalize the brain, rebuild gray matter, and aid in developing embryonic babies in the womb. The deep blue stone helps you release the past and gracefully anticipate and accept the future simultaneously. Cultivates the ability to reach into the subconscious and examines states of mind. This cleanses the mind and makes one more capable of insight and pure thought. Helps one recognize the resources within themselves. Benefits the spleen, thyroid, bones, and skin. An integral part of many crystal and gemstone-healing layouts. Helps one to connect with the spirit guides, aids healers, meditators, and psychics. Increases psychic ability. Dissolves energy blocks and negativity. Allow Azurite to give voice to your thoughts and feelings, it will allow you the ability to speak of your most deeply felt emotions. When place on your third eye, Azurite will help you to reach great depths of spirituality. Azurite is a very important stone for connecting with your higher self. Use this stone to aid psychic travel and journeying. Azurite has been used for disorders of the spine, rib cage, and small bones. There has been some use for circulatory diseases as well. Being Azurite is a very absorbing stone, it can also be used to clear toxins from the body. This can be environmental toxins as well as toxins from prescription medications. After using Azurite in a healing session, it is best to thoroughly cleanse the stone with sage or sweet grass smoke. DO NOT use water, Azurite is very sensitive and has a tendency to crumble in liquids. It is said that the priests and priestesses of ancient Egypt used this stone to enhance their spiritual consciousness.

BahianiteTrilliant Facet Chocolate Bahianite, BrazilPear Shape Facet Chocolate Bahianite, Brazil

Barite Golden: Barite is thought to have been extensively used by the Native Americans in their religious practices. Apparently, the Natives used it to shape shift as well as to go from the physical world to the spiritual. Some say that the Golden Barite is used to promote and stimulate the dream state, allowing one to remember their dreams. Barite is used to cleanse the system of toxins, to soothe a nervous stomach and to assist in the healing of addictions. Barite Light Blue: Is used to stimulate conversation as well as to give the courage needed to speak in front of large crowds.

BastnaesiteRound Diamond Cut Orange Bastnaesite, AfghanistanTrilliant Facet Orange Bastnaesite, AfghanistanOval Facet Orange Bastnaesite, Afghanistan

Beryl: Strong, hard. (Some look "Greasy"). Stimulates the mind, nervous system, spine, bones, 3rd eye, mental clarity, confidence, will power, visualizing, protection. Helps stomach, intestines, works with mental body for exhaustion, depression, ulcers, nausea, eating disorders. Cleans emotional and physical toxins from liver, skin, including fear and resentment. Helps teach one to cease doing the unnecessary. Assists its possessor in learning how to filter out distractions and unnecessary stimulation. Good for relieving stress, calming the mind. Beneficial for elimination organs such as the kidneys, liver, and intestines. Helps strengthen the circulatory and pulmonary systems, making them more resistant to toxins and pollutants. Helpful to the eyes, throat and easing a stressed mental state. Uses as a sedative. This stone is related to the sea, beryl is worn while on the water for protection against storms. this stone guards its wearer against drowning and also seasickness. It has also been used for relvieving liver ailments, swollen glands and diseases of the eyes. Aquamarine (green-blue): The deep oceanic shades of beryl aquamarine are best for transmutative purposes, and may ease us through the processes of death. This stone offers protection and courage. Pale blue or blue-green stones afford the wearer soothing calm.Emerald (brilliant green): Creative imagination, prosperity, protection, love and fertility are increased by beryl emerald. Golden (bright yellow): Stimulates the heart, clears the mind, and promotes genuine feelings of love and affection when worn in a ring on the third finger of the Sun or the fourth finger of Mercury on the receptive hand. Goshenite (white and colorless): Is a memory stone. White goshenite may be used to clear long-held emotional patterns lingering in the psyche; colorless goshenite assists in bringing the spirit of the cosmos to earth-plane consciousness. Heliodor (yellow-brown): Heliodor beryl may be used as an aid to concentration when working to manifest a specific goal. Morganite (red-pink): Morganite beryl may help to resolve painful sexual issues regarding abuse and gender orientation.

Beryl (purple-red): These stones accelerate self-forgiveness and self-love

Bloodstone: ("Heliotrope") Solid dark green, red flecks. Electromagnetic (high iron). Ancient Egypt, Atlantis used to calm, ground, revitalize. Found in the USSR and India. A deep green with flecks of red, often resembling drops of blood. Strengthens and oxygenates blood stream. Enhances physical/mental vitality. Strengthens heart, spleen, bone marrow. Aids in balancing vitamin deficiencies. Reduces emotional and mental stress. "The Stone of Courage" - also for renewal of the physical mental and emotional bodies. Another powerful healer. It helps one toward the direct union with the divine through contemplation, prayer or mediation and love. It has been used to stabilize, as necessary, the flow of blood. Also a very good gem for those in business - self employed. Ancient warriors often carried an amulet of bloodstone which was intended to stop bleeding when applied to a wound. Because it is green, it can be used for "money spells". It is also considered a "lucky" stone for athletes because it imparts courage and stamina. Heliotrope is used today in conjunction with anything having to do with blood. Chrysoprase, carnelian, jasper and agate are all forms of Chalcedony.


Boji Stones:
Iron-magnetite concretion. Solid round, grey-brown discs with high iron. Grounding, electromagnetic. Balances body's energy field. Many have found they reduce pain by holding 1 in each hand. General healing and balancing. A happy stone, a mood elevator. Attunes us to nature. Srengthening, heals holes in aura. Increases physical energy as it brings in more Life Force.

Boltwoodite:Color, Bright yellow. Yellow to pale yellowish, crystals transparent to translucent

Boracite: Fancy Facet White, Germany

Bornite: Color, Brown to black with a typical purplish-bluish tarnish, a reddish bronze color on freshly broken surfaces.

Burbankite: Pear Facet Orange Yellow, St. Hilaire, Canada

Bustamite: Eliminate energy blocks throughout the system. However, it is also used in ceremonies and initiations. Bustamite allows us to feel safe and secure in our environment, take to your place of work when you feel a need to get along with others. Some like to use this stone to aid meditation, it allows the security needed to venture further into the self. Bustamite helps to explore relationships and issues of the heart.

Brass: Flattens and grounds energy. (poor conductor); not generally used for healing. can dull/block energy. May be used as shield, reducing sensitivity and awareness. A common alloy made by combing Copper and Zinc. Recommended by healers as helpful to people who have unusually high levels of metal in their bloodstream, since it is a blood cleanser and detoxifier. Also used for hair loss. Healing, money, protection. Brass has long been used as a magical substitute for gold. While it doesn't possess all of gold's attributes, brass is used in money-attracting rituals.

Braunite:Color, Black

Brazilianite: Some say that this crystal works with the third eye and heart centers. It allows us to bring love and understanding of love/relationships to the next level. Understanding the wants and needs of each other in all relationships, understand why relationships need to grow and what we can do as individuals to improve them. This stone can be useful in understanding children, it gives the parents an idea of how and why the child needs nurturing, then gives us the momentum to do what is necessary to raise healthy children.

Brochantite: Color, Emerald green, black-green.

Brucite: Fancy Facet Emerald Green, RussiaBuddstone

Bultfonteinite: Color, Commonly pink but also brown and white.

Bytownite: Color, Bright Golden Yellow

Calcite: Abundant crystal that comes in shades of white, gray, black, green, yellow, blue, brown, or red. Beneficial for the cleansing organs, bones, joints, and for sharpening mental clarity. Helps boost memory. Helps one draw more insight from books or personal experience by making important information easier to remember. Very beneficial for the cleansing organs, bones, joints, and for sharpening mental clarity. Helps boost the memory. Softens the rigid boundaries of the intellectual mind so that true inner knowing can be attained. Green: Recommend it for healing those deepest issues of the heart such as love of self and others. Cleansing of old stagnant and blocked energy. Breaking old relationship habits and patterns. Use the Emerald Calcite to help you project an image of love and self-respect for yourself. Emerald Calcite will show your heart the way, the way to a happy and healthy relationship. Pink: Calms, centers, and grounds. Brings love. Orange: Protective. Lends energy to the body. Brings joy. Golden Chevron: Associated with self-esteem and worth. Golden Chevron Calcite crystals bring out creativity, stimulates wisdom and aids manifesting. Connects the lower with the higher mental bodies. Protects and strengthens the aura. Stellar Ice: Stellar Ice is a very special form of Calcite which fluoresces in UV light and can be seen in two differing colors; magenta and pink. Magenta symbolizes the divine love that we feel in every part of our being. Pink symbolizes unconditional love or love without attachment. Stellar Ice will allow you the capacity to change and be changed through the art of being. When we can simply 'be' we gain a sense of true knowing. The knowing of who we truly are, the knowing of our purpose and the knowing that we are loved. The Stellar Ice Calcite has a formation of 5 triangular faces which bring with it all of the aspects of the trinity, represaenting conscious, subconscious and super conscious; as well as the body, heart and mind.

Carrolite: Color, Metalic silver

Carnelian: a translucent form of Chalcedony Quartz with a uniform red, reddish-orange to reddish-brown color. Its hue comes from iron impurities in the quartz structure. To change the color of a Carnelian from brownish to red, the stone may be left in sunlight. The name of the gem is derived from the Latin word cornum which means "berry" or "cherry." In ancient times, this stone was sometimes referred to as "Sardius" and in the Bible, it was the first stone designated for the Breastplate of the High Priest. The most perfect forms of this gem are said to come from India, but it can be found worldwide. The Carnelian has a long history of being a stone which offers protection from negative emotions (such as anger, jealousy, envy and rage) to the wearer, as well as helping to remove sorrow. It was worn by Mohammed, Napoleon I and Napolean III for this very reason. Traditionally carved into insignias, the gem was once said to bring good fortune, protection and comfort. It is still worn in the Near East today for luck. Medicinally, the Carnelian is believed to aid those suffering from asthma, to lower blood pressure, ease menstrual cramps and arthritish. It is also thought to aid ailments of the kidneys, gall bladder and pancreas while lowering fevers and stimulating the appetite. The Carnelian is believed to bring an awareness that love is all one can offer and that offering love will bring many benefits in return. It is also thought to stimulate analytical abilities and attention to detail, as well as awakening inherent talents. Said to help in the flow of creative energies, the Carnelian is considered helpful to those in the arts and entertainment industry. The Carnelian is also believed to help calm the fear of death, granting serenity and acceptance of the Great Circle of Life. Some of the oldest examples of human jewelry contained Carnelian. The greatest myths associated with the Carnelian originate from Egyptian culture, where its power was so revered that it was one of three (the other two being the Turquoise and the Lapis Lazuli) used most often in Egyptian jewelry. The Goddess Isis is said to protect the dead with a Carnelian Amulet named "Thet." After being soaked in Aknhami flower water on a Sycamore plinth and placed on the body of the deceased, Isis would grant the person protection from harm while moving through the AfterLife. The gem also appears in Hebrew mythology...Aaron's breastplate included a Carnelian stone. Buddhists in both China and India created amulets inlaid with Carnelian and other semi-precious stones, ascribing to them powers of protection and employing them in many rituals. In some parts of the Middle Eat, Carnelian is said to represent the Hebrew Tribe of Reuben and Phillip the Apostle. To some Muslims, it is known as "The Mecca Stone," belief being that Allah would grant all the desires of the wearers of the stone. One famous historical Carnelian was the octagonal-shaped seal worn by Napoleon I, Napoleon III and the Prince Imperial. When the Prince was killed in South Africa by the Zulus, the seal was taken from his body and has never been recovered. Used to "see into the past". The "Crystal Oracle" says that Carnelian refers to the Self, and Current Conditions. It is a grounding stone, and associated with the Earth. As such, it is considered practical, sensible and balanced. It is recommended for infertility or impotency. In addition it is used for purification of the blood. It has also been suggested that this stone will stop nose bleeding.

Cassiterite: This is a metallic gray to black mineral/crystal. Cassiterite is a stone for personal protection. Shields and protects from negative energy. It basically reflects back negativity to the sender. It is used as a grounding stone when one feels flighty or out of sink with the energy of the Earth. Use this stone to get your energy back into balance. Cassiterite is also used to dispel energy relating to disapproval, it encourages optimism. Useful in fields relating to mathematics and astrology.

Cat's Eye: See Chrysoberyl... piles, some eye problems and cough, as well as depression

Celestite: White, clear, or cool lt. blue cluster crystals. Gentle. Soothes nerves, stress. Quiets mind. Serenity, harmony, easiness, stillness for receiving, connection to spirit, overview, creativity. Helps Throat Chakra. Honesty, openness, stress, worry, hearing, thyroid, potassium/manganese deficiency, Central Nervous System, tiredness, fades in sunlight. Celestite advances channeling; brings about information/light, core soul healing, spiritual and karmic growth. Celestite allows us to acknowledge this and to be the conscious individual that we truly are. Celestite will aid your communication skills. Celestite stone, evokes peace and the ability to flow with life. Helps one adjust to higher, more rarefied states of awareness.

Cerussite: Generally colorless or with light shades of yellow or gray. Helps us be centered, confident, capable and versatile amidst life's challenges. Grounding to here/now and higher self. Graciousness, good listening/communication skills. Translate higher concepts to everyday language. Psychicness, clarity. Shows what we can or can't change. Helps with Insomnia, Central Nervous System, coordination, general healing.

Chaiastolite: is also called the cross stone for it displays and interesting cross when the crystal is cut in cross sections. It is actually a variety of Andulsite which is usually seen as small gem crystals. Chaiastolite is thought to be a stone of protection and it is very helpful in times of transition.

Chalcedony: A type of Quartz that heads a family which includes Agate, Carnelian, Jasper, Tiger's Eye, and Onyx. Found in the US, Sri Lanka, USSR, Mexico and Brazil. Gray is most common color but stone are found in shades of white, black, blue, and brown. Helps ease self-doubts, makes one more reflective. Eases bad dreams and problems related to the eye, gall bladder, bones, spleen, blood, and circulatory organs. Cleansing in nature and will promote healing of open sores. It needn't be cleaned afterward since it has such strong cleansing qualities of its own. Fosters the maternal instinct and is said to aid lactation. Helps in nightmares, hysteria, and depression. Blue: from South Africa. This stone is very calming and ads the element of peace and goodwill to everyone, as it helps one to speak truthfully. Pink: Works to heal all issues of the heart; emotional healing. Allows one to be open to the loving energies of the Universe and others. Heals the inner child, it allows one the security needed to explore feelings on a deeper level; let go of past hurt and turmoil. Strengthen the arms and legs and to promote flexibility throughout the system. Red mind readers, lightning, enchantment

Chalcopyrite: Color, Brass yellow (often with a green tint), honey yellow (often tarnished)

Charlesite:Color, Bright yellow, also colorless and white.

Charoite: Purple, solid. Lifts one out of emotions of fear. Seeing old patterns with new possibilities. Opens heart, inspiration, service, seeing clearly, faster healing. Some find useful also for entity release work and alcohol/liver detoxification.

Chrysoberyl: Translucent Gold or Green Cat's Eye, often confused with qtz. Tiger's Eye, but rarer. Usually clear, green or green/brown, nongreasy. For acquiring more prosperity. Confidence, self-pride, healing. Amplifies other gems Some are irradiated to turn green- trust your feeling with each stone.Yellow, orange-yellow, yellow-green, green, bluish green and brown. The variety alexanderite becomes reddish in artificial light.

Chiastolite: The "Cross Stone". This crystal is a variety of Andalusite. It exhibits the axis and angle in a different color from the rest of the crystal forming a natural cross. It is used as a sign of devotion towards awareness and dispels negativity. It signifies both death and re-birth and helps one to understand the realization of immortality. It is used as a bridge for "crossing over". It helps one to assimilate during times of change. It provides insight to answers when problem solving. This powerful crystal balances one's perspective in both creativity and practicality. During illness, it helps to maintain spirituality, lessens fever, balances blood flow, increases secretion of milk in nursing mothers and repairs chromosome damage.

Chrysocolla/Gem Silica: Solid Lt. blue/blue-green. A stone found in shades of blue or green. Mined in Mexico, Zaire, Chile, USSR and US. Resembles Turquoise and its properties are similar to it. Benefits arthritis and other bone diseases as well as the organs of the digestive tract, and ulcers become less problematic. Relieves hypertension and stressful conditions due to fear or gilt. Helps one feel more comfortable speaking the truth. Help develop personal confidence. Historically used by musicians, perhaps because of its reputation for having healing properties for throat and lungs. It is thought to heal issues of the emotional body. It is very feminine in nature, meaning it allows us to explore our feminine side and to rejoice in who we are as women. When men are drawn to Chrysocolla it means they are either ready to learn to appreciate this feminine energy or they are ready to make a connection with the Earth. You will see Chrysocolla in Native American Jewelry for the Natives use this stone in their sacred earth-based religion. Aids in preventing ulcers, digestive problems, arthritic conditions. Strengthens lungs and thyroid gland. Enhances metabolism. Excellent for female disorders. Alleviates fears, guilt, tension. Helps clear subconscious imbalances. Activates feminine qualities.

Chrysoprase: Bright translucent green chalcedony. A quartz stone found in the USSR, Brazil, Australia, and US. Helps one achieve greater personal insight, feel more clam, become less egotistical, and more open to new surroundings and situations. Stimulates creativity and draws out unknown talents. Enhances fertility for both sexes. Helps guard against sexually transmitted diseases. Also helps gout, mental illness, and eye problems. Draws out unknown talents. Works with emotional, personal insight. Enhances fertility for both sexes and can help guard against sexually transmitted diseases. Lifts the emotions. Banishes greed, envy, selfishness, tension, and stress. Worn for eloquence, success in new undertakings, and to attract friends. Works with emotional, personal insight.

Citrine: Clear yellow qtz. (Yellow from Iron.) For Solar Plexus Chakra. Mental and emotional clarity. Problem-solving, memory, will power, optimism, confidence, self-discipline, digestion. Reduces anxiety, fear, depression, stomach tension, food disorders, allergies. Detoxification: Spleen, kidneys, liver, urinary system, intestines. Electromagnetic. Citrine is one of two crystals which never have to be cleansed of negative energy. An energizing and highly beneficial crystal. Its color is usually a pale golden yellow, but can be found in darker shades as well, although some literature considers the darkest crystals to be Smoky Quartz. The Celtic people of Scotland call the dark Citrine crystals Morion and Cairngorm. They are invigorating and positive. Can surround and fill anyone with its brilliant color, energizing every aspect of life. Increases motivation and promotes physical activity, which in turn improves digestion and helps the cleansing organs. May also work as a detoxifier for the blood. Citrine is a self-esteem stone with powers to heal the minds feelings of inadequacy and deem it essential for handling negative criticism. It is also good as an energizing stone against power issues of willpower, optimism, confidence and self-discipline. It is one of the few minerals on the planet which does not hold and accumulate negative energy, but dissipates and transmutes it, working out problems on both physical and subtle levels. Citrine is one of the stones to be called "merchants stone" - placing citrine in ones cash box has produced more income for the merchant. Diminishes self destructive tendencies. Raises self esteem lightheartedness cheerfulness hope. Opens conscious mind to intuition. For psychic and physical digestion and assimilation. Helps one adjust and adapt to process changes. Good for kidneys, colon, liver, gallbladder, digestive organs, heart. Tissue regeneration. Detoxifies physical/emotional/mental bodies. Enhances body's healing energy. Powerful alignment with Higher Self. Lightheartedness, cheerfulness, hope.

Coal: The common substance used to heat millions of homes, is considered by many to be an excellent mony-attractant and hence is carried in the pocket and placed with money.

Cobalt-Calcite: (Calcite, pink from Cobalt) Brings love, patience, gentleness, compassion. Soothes intensity of feelings. Mental and emotional balance.

Iron black to brownish black, reddish brown in thin splinters.

Copper: energy conductor. Sends and amplifies thoughts, healing, and electrical energy into wearer's energy field. Detoxes and soothes arthritis, rheumatism, other inflammation problems. Helps the stomach, intestines. Warms, releases resentment, anger. Exhaustion recovery, circulation, balances warm sun energy and cool lunar energy. A plentiful metal ore that ranges in color from a soft red-brown to a deep brick red. Helps stabilize the metabolism and heightens the immune system. Beneficial for the lungs, improving the exchange of oxygen and filtering out pollutants. Soft tissue and mucous membranes retain more moisture and become less susceptible to irritation. An excellent aid for increasing your ability to express and accept true feelings. Balance personal reserve and confidence. Copper can stimulate the flow of energy and hence move Psychic or Mental energies thereby helping the wearer overcome lethargic tendencies, resulting in a more vitalized person with amplified thoughts. They also attribute powers of communication, channeling, cleansing, purification, increasing self-esteem and freeing the wearer of mental burdens.

Coral: Calcium and calcite. . Different colors of Coral can be used alone, in combination, or all together. Sympathetic to both the skeletal structure and the circulatory system. Good stone for ailments of the bones and blood such as arthritis and anemia. Also benefits the cleansing organs and thymus. Helps battle mental illnesses. Has a true link with the past and can pass knowledge along. Coral brings diplomacy and concurrence, quiets emotions, brings peace to innerself. Facilitates intuition, imagination, visualization, expedite, accelerate the transfer of knowledge. Strengthens both circulatory and bone structure in the body. Stimulates tissue regeneration and nourish blood cells. Helps with disorders of the spinal, alimentary canals, nervous system and thalamus. The healing properties are mostly associated with Women, young children and the elderly. For women it is said to increase fertility and regulate menstruation. For young children, it is recommended to ease teething and to prevent epilepsy. For the elderly, it is used as a cure for arthritis. Protects from evil eye, demons, furies, succubi, incubi, phantasma, accidents, fear,plainly visible violence, poison, theft, possession amulet foolishness, depression, nightmares murderous thoughts, panic.Also known as the "Forest of the Sea." It is formed from an animal skeleton and thus, is not a true gemstone, but an ocean jewel. One of the most ancient of gem materials, Coral has been used for adornment since prehistoric times. Coral inlays and ornaments have been found in Celtic tombs from the Iron Age. Coral has a history of religious significance, being one of the seven treasures in Buddhist scriptures while in China, it was said that the Altar of the Sun was fashioned from Red Coral. It is said to possess the mystical property which builds an emotional foundation and was often used as a powerful talisman to stop the flow of bleeding, afford protection from evil spirits and ward off hurricanes. In Greek Mythology, when Perseus set the head of Medea on branches near the seashore, the blood which dripped was gathered by the Sea Nymphs and planted in the Sea to grow into Coral. This stone is also believed to protect children, cure madness and bestow wisdom upon those who wear it. Legend states that an amulet of Coral will turn chalky-white when encountering sickness. Once holding a special value for sailors and travelers, it was thought to possess the power of allowing the safe crossing of rivers and seas. Through the ages, Coral has been used extensively as a cure for almost every ailment, from staunching bleeding wounds to curing insanity. The oldest known findings of red coral date from the Mesopotamian civilization, i.e. from about 3000 BC. For centuries, this was the coral par excellence, and at the time of Pliny the Elder it was apparently much appreciated in India, even more than in Europe. Red coral has traditionally been used as a protection from the "evil eye" and as a cure for sterility. Coral is associated with Venus, Isis and Water. Sailors use it as a protection from bad weather while at sea. Red-orange coral is one of the four element gemstones of the Pueblo Indians.
Red and orange: stimulates energy and warmth, fertility. Energizes emotions. Muscles, blood, heart, reproductive system; thyroid, metabolism; meridians; spine, bone and tissue regeneration. (Avoid if high blood pressure, fever, anxious.)
Pink: Heart, increases sensitivity, caring, compassion.
White: Soothes; heals meridians, stress, smell ability, nerves.
Black: Creativity, repels lower energies.
Blue: activates and energizes communications. Used to illuminate the Third Eye Chakra, enhancing psychic awareness and capabilities of the user. Facilitates the improvement/permanence in pursuit of commerce, improves communication abilities, treatment of throat ailments and cleansing of mucoid system.

Corundum: Second hardest mineral. Insight to the unknown. Intuitive awareness, stimulates ambition, confidence. Subdues and calms emotions, harsh and irritable attitudes, releases anger. Soothes and smooths the skin, eye disorders, brings peace to the body. Blue-Saphire, Red-Ruby

Creedite: A white stone found in the US and Mexico. Beneficial to the body's cleansing system. Useful for blood detoxification. Helps one discover how best to express themselves and intuitively understand other people. Will also benefit the nervous system by aiding in the transmission of nerve impulses.

Cuprite: Deep wine red. Strengthens thymus, heart, blood, and oxygen, metabolism, stamina and healing. Historically also heals relationship with father, the yang side of us, masculinity (for men) and confidence/security issues. Access past life. A red to brown mineral found in the US, Australia, Mexico, and USSR. Beneficial for metabolical imbalances. Helps the heart and blood, muscle tissue, and skeletal system. Helpful for people having difficulty dealing with father or authority figures. Considered helpful in investigating past-life experiences. Being this crystal is metallic, it can be used to reflect our deepest thoughts out into the world. It allows us to see the true beauty that is hidden inside each of us. Cuprite is used to discourage worry, especially those worries which we have little or no control over. It allows one to understand that worry is essentially a waste of energy. It allows us to understand our deep connection with the Earth and what it means to be mortal. Aids bladder and kidney disorders, helpful in the treatment of vertigo and is used to eliminate altitude sickness. Use it to stimulate and balance the menses.

Cuprosklodowskite: Color, Green, a dark to lime green

Danburite: Clear crystal. Powerfully radiates bright, pure, white light, filling our body, mind, and spirit with loving light. Excellent to cleanse, purify, brings truth, honesty, and open receptivity to mind and spirit. Strengthens mind, nervous system, life force, awareness. Danburite's healing properties work well with sight and the heart. Danburite enhances creativity by helping your thoughts to flow easier. The colorless or (silver) variety increases psychic vision and promotes connection with angels and guides while opening visual awareness of other realms, planets, and dimensions. Danburite intensifies all other healing energies as well. It is often called the "stone of joy and celebration" encouraging people to get along with others.

Datolite: Color, White to pink


Desert Rose:
A gypsum. Lt. brown. Gently grounding; clarifies thinking and mental vision, perception. Quiets worry, brings out practicality. Quiets the mind. Used to access past/future lives, assists in bring material persuits related to business. Provides flexibility to one's nature, strengthens decisions, align the spinal column and removes energy blockage. Stabilizes epileptic disorders.

Diamond: (Carbon) The blue light within the color spectrum of a Diamond is beneficial for glaucoma. Diamonds are beneficial to the brain and testicles. Some recommend it for diseases of the bladder but only in desperate cases. In all cases, the stone needs to touch the skin in order to increase its effectiveness. Powerfully absorbs and amplifies thoughts/attitudes of user, other gems, and wearer's strengths and weaknesses: Prosperity, generosity/ vs. miserly; love vs. distrust; overview, spirituality vs. lust, immediate gratification. Used with loving, clear intent; clears blocks, opens spiritual love, peace, clarity, trust, confidence. Brings fierceness, strength and fortitude. Strengthens friendships and protects from evil, disease and plagues. Tuberculosis, dropsy, diabetes, anaemia and prolongs life.When stolen attracts negative vibrations. Diamonds require cleaning often. Six sided luckiest square brings balance and harmony triangular disharmony and friction. If set in gold it drives away nightmares and demons. Also known as the "King of Crystals" and "Stone of Invulnerability." The Diamond is the hardest substance known in nature. Traditionally, it is the symbol of purity and innocence and is considered luckiest when worn on the left side of the body. It is a crystalline form of carbon and its name is derived from Ademas, which means "indomitable." It represents strength, virtue, bravery and insight, bringing these fine attributes to its wearers. The Hebrews believed that the Diamond lost its sparkle if touched or worn by a traitor and in ancient times, it was thought to drive away demons. The Diamond is considered to be the greatest of all gem stones, revered throughout the ages not only for its great beauty and strength, but also for its powerful positive spiritual and physical influences. This stone is said to enhance the wearer with charm and beauty. Physically, it strengthens the kidneys and reproductive organs and gives protection against severe disease. The ancient Romans believed that the Diamond, when worn on the left side next to the skin, bestowed upon the wearer bravery and daring. During the Middle Ages Queen Elizabeth I was made a gift of a Diamond to ward off the plague and Napoleon carried a sword with a Diamond in the hilt to assure victory in battle. Ancient writings tell of a Diamond which hung about the neck of Abraham which could cure the illness of any man who gazed upon it. It is said that when Abraham died, the Lord sealed the gem within the Sun. Even today, the Diamond engagement ring remains the accepted token of promised love and loyalty. It is thought that this tradition may have begun in 1477 when Maximilian I of Austria presented a Diamond ring to Mary, daughter of the Duke of Burgundy, as a bethrothal gift. To dream of Diamonds was once thought to be a sure sign of success, wealth and happiness.

A history of tragedy and misfortune has often accompanied the more highly-prized examples of this gem. Stones such as the Hope Diamond were so unfortunate and brought such ill-luck that the very mention of its name once struck terror into peoples' hearts. However, the gem itself is not unlucky...the bad luck being mainly brought about by the greed and lust with which humankind has fought and thieved and connived in order to obtain such great wealth. A Diamond purchased out of greed, or one that is stolen or won from another, will not bring good luck to the wearer...a Diamond given as a gift or which is representative as a token of trust and affection between sweethearts can never bring ill-luck. According to legend, the Diamond came into existence when the God of Mines called together all his noblemen and instructed them to bring him one of every variety and color of gemstone in existence. Once he had received the collection, he crushed them, forming one magnificent jewel of rare beauty, purity and indestructibility...the Diamond. The Diamond is also known as the "King-Stone" (the Pearl being the "Queen-Stone").Diamond Herkimer: Enhance and amplify inner vision and placed under the pillow will increase ones awareness and recall of dreams. A powerful amplifier with similar qualities to clear quartz, it brings mental and bodily energies into harmony. Herkimer diamondsharvest toxins from the body, and re-tunes the physical body by eliminating stress.

Diopside/Enstatite: Clear, deep green. Deep healing and expansion of Heart center, love, commitment, trust humbleness, heart, lungs. A brown, green, or white stone found in Japan, Germany, Ireland, and the US. Diopside is found in similar colors and is mined in the USSR and India in addition to the countries already mentioned. These stones are mentioned together because they have identical properties. Clear, deep green. Deep healing and expansion of Heart center, love, commitment, trust humbleness, heart, lungs. Both benefit the circulatory system and cleansing organs. Mental clarity results from healing layouts that include Enstatite and/or Diopside. Diopside is recommended for public speakers, students, and surgeons. This stone is used for the mental body. It encourages the intellect, helps one to grow academically, and encourages creativity, especially in pursuits of writing. This stone is good for those who are up and coming authors, it enables them to get their thoughts out on paper in a timely fashion. Some feel that Diopside is a good choice when learning mathematics or any other intellectual pursuits. Physically, this stone is used for psychological disorders.

Dioptase: Tiny deep blue-green silicate crystals. Its powerful green reaches deep into the Heart Chakra to release and heal sadness, heartache, abuse, neglect. Converts loss into self-love. Empowers heart with new depth, strength, healthiness, courage, ability to love deeply, unconditionally. Connects emotional heart with spiritual heart to receive abundance. Promotes genuineness, sincerity, emotional balance, self-worth, deep well-being. Central Nervous System, lungs, heart, blood pressure, stress. Excellent aid for ulcers, nervous stomach, heart troubles, blood pressure. Vitalizes, balances, tones body/mind. Emotional stability. Excellent for use with healing and affirmations. Abundance, prosperity, progress, health, well-being.

Dolomite: Pink/pastel/milky to clear. Clear varieties, especially pink are used to softly open and heal the heart. Soothes hurt, loneliness, anxiety. Facilitates giving and receiving, generosity, spontaneity, creativity, energy uplift. Calcium content strengthens bones, teeth, muscles, heart, woman's reproductive system; helps PMS.

Dumortierite: This stone is said to promote a positive attitude in all life situations. It provides us with courage and trust in times of hardship and helps us to gain control and understanding in our own lives. Eases panic and fear. Used to help addicts cope with their addiction by recognizing the patterns and helping to erase the negativity at a core level. Helps with nausea, vomiting, cramping and diarrhea.

Eilat Stone: (chrysocolla and malachite) Excels in healing emotional and physical aspects of heart and lungs. Flushes out and heals hurt, fear, stress, loss. Antidepressant. Sinuses, mouth; Bone and tissue regeneration. Aligns the subtle bodies, harmonizes heart, mind, and body. Wholeness, peace of heart, self-expression, creativity.

Electrum: Electrum is a general term describing a mixture, or alloy, of metals. Gold, silver and platinum are often found, in some combination or other, in electrum used in magic.

Elestial: Special form of clear/smokey qtz. Changes confusion and illusions to clarity, seeing truth, overview. Psychicness, openness to higher self. Helps one to rise above situations, emotions. Heals brain cells from drug or alcohol use. "All-seeing Stone" brings infusion of light.

Emerald: Beryl. Encourages abundance, growth, peace, harmony, patience, love, fidelity, honesty. Lifts depression, insomnia. Knowingness of the heart, peaceful dreams. Breathing, heart, lymphnodes, blood, thymus, pancreas (blood sugar rebalance), labor/delivery, eyesight, and etheric field. Excellent general healer. Ancient blood detoxifier and anti-poison. Provides inspiration and helps those in need of balance, healing, and infinite patience. It is found in shades of green varying from very light to very deep. Helps the wearer gain physical, emotional, and mental equilibrium. The pale, clear, green Emeralds are valuable in meditative work as well as healing. It gives wisdom from the mental plane, so that the possessor is motivated to give love and wisdom to others. Helps strengthen the backbone and alleviates problems associated with sugar diabetes. It improves psychic abilities, raises consciousness, and helps the individual attain balance. Also enhances the immune system. There were used to strengthen memory, to aid in eloquence, and to reveal the truth or falsity of a lover's oaths. Aids perception and inner clarity. Because of this, they are also associated with healing diseases of the eye, and problems affecting eyesight. It was believed that emeralds could counteract poisons and cure disentary. Has been used for diseases of the heart, urinary problems, asthma, jaundice and indigestion. It is said, "If you wish to bring a love into your life, buy an emerald and charge it with your magical need through your visualization, perhaps while placing it near a green candle. After this ritual, wear or carry the emerald somewhere near your heart. Do this in such a way that it cannot be seen by others. When you meet a future love, you'll know it wasn't the visible jewel that attracted him or her." The Greeks associated this stone with the Goddess Venus. It has come to represent, for many people, the security of love. A sparkling-green precious stone, its color caused by small amounts of chromium and enhanced by traces of iron. One of the most expensive jewels, the Emerald is, in some instances, more valued than the Diamond, with the highest quality stones being a transparent grass-green. The first Emeralds came from the Egyptian desert near the Red Sea and it is believed that Cleopatra made gifts of this gem to her favorite ambassadors...while Julius Caesar collected Emeralds for their great curative powers. The Emerald is a symbol of constancy and true affection, as well as signifying immortality and faith. It was once believed that serpents would be blinded if they looked upon an Emerald, while the Incas and the Aztecs worshipped it as a sacred stone. Its name is derived from the Greek word Smaragdos, which means "green stone" and it was highly prized by the Ancients as the gemstone of love and rebirth. It is said to give its owner the gift of eloquence. Many ancient races considered the Emerald as a stone of the Gods. The Mohammedians also thought it possessed godly powers and a rough Emerald inscribed with a verse of the Koran was a talisman of immortality. A highly-polished Emerald was once believed to have the power of restoring failing eyesight and Nero, while watching the gladiators in the arena, would use an Emerald to lengthen his vision. It was formerly used in the treatment of inflamed eyes...made into a lotion by being steeped in water or sometimes crushed and powdered first. In Greek mythology, Hermes composed a tablet carved from a giant Emerald as a gift for Aphrodite. It was one of the sacred stones used in the Breastplate of the High Priest and, in the Book of Revelations, Emerald is said to compose the throne of God. The Holy Grail is reputed to have been carved from a huge Emerald which fell from Satan's crown upon his banishment from Heaven and it has also been suggested that Jesus Christ used an Emerald bowl at the Last Supper. In Hebrew lore, Emeralds were one of the four precious stones given to Solomon. Legend states that if an Emerald is given by one lover to another, it will pale and grow dull when the love between them fades.

 

Epidote: Deep green. Opens those who have refused their spiritual growth. Clears the emotional body aura. Cleanses old repressed emotions once and for all. Those drawn to this stone are being shaken into spiritual awakening. Epidote is crystal that will help us to face issues of self-image. Whether it is how we physically look to the world or our reactions to how we portray our image, Epidote will help us to realize whom we truly and then show our true selves to the world. A good stone to promote patience and to ease restlessness, dissolves sadness, sorrow, self-pity and grief. Stimulates the immune system and supports all healing processes. Epidote can be used as a digestive aid, especially for those who have a hard time assimilating food intake.

Fairies' Cross: See Stuarolite.


Flint:
A gray, white, black, red, or brown stone found in all countries around the world. Beneficial to the entire body. All tissue, internal or external, will be helped, but especially the cardiopulmonary and cleansing systems. Helps one feel more whole and healthy. Gives a strong boost to your mental state and is extremely helpful for persons who have been afflicted by degenerative diseases. Protection, healing, divination

 

Fluorite: All rainbow colors. Important balancer, healer. Allows for clarity, overview, seeing additional truths and realities. Spleen bones, teeth, lungs, detoxification, anxiety, insomnia. Clusters: lowers stress Double Pyramid: Aligns spirit with physical plane, inner with outer awareness, and both sides of the brain. Usually translucent and come in shades of white, brown, blue, yellow, purple, red, or colorless. Benefits the teeth and bones. People with arthritis, rheumatism, or spinal injuries have reported some relief from their conditions when they employ Fluorite in their healing regimen. Helps to rekindle sexual appetite and heighten intuitive powers. It is suggested using Fluorite in conjunction with Calcite and Pyrite. Assists in fighting mental disorder and gaining spiritual awakening. Crystal healers consider Fluorite one of Natures most powerful mental healers. Those who have experienced the power of Fluorite have labeled it the 'Genius Stone.' It has the ability to influence the activities that occur on the mental plane of consciousness and amplifies, focuses, expands and creates new pathways for the mind. Connects a persons being on the mental and spiritual plane, allowing concentration, discernment of truth and clear decision-making. Brings order to mental chaos, increasing objectivity, enhancing creativity, curing mental disorders, easing meditation and freeing one from bad habits. Protects from infection by purification of the body, cleansing the spirit and eliminating almost any virus or bacteria. Balances hormones, can help with bones and teeth, ear, nose and throat, digestion, respiratory, lymph node, bones, sleep, and anxious maladies. Green: Stills mind and heart, harmonizes and helps in grounding excess energies. Yellow: Focus, cooperation, group alignment. Octahedral: Fluorite Octahedrons is used to help us dissolve mental blocks, narrow mindedness, and thought constricting patterns. Used to heal skin, bones and regenerate cell tissue. It may also help those with arthritis. Blue: Throat, nose, ears, soothing; Karmic impasses resolved, atonement relieved. Purple:Aids ability to meditate, increases psychic development, brings spiritual peace and wholeness. This stone radiates energy throughout the light body system, and is helpful in promoting a state of health for the skin, bones and muscular system. Clear and Purple: Objectivity; clears the way for new things, uplifting, aura cleanser, 3rd eye, eyesight, sinuses; repels colds. Enhances other gems. Rainbow: This variety of Fluorite exhibits 3 distinct color rays, violet, green and blue. Being that this gemstone is three colors, it will help you to heal on three levels; spiritual, emotional, and mental. Rainbow Fluorite will help for complete healing. Yttrium: Yttrium Fluorite is lavender Fluorite from Mexico, and is extremely dense. Used in grounding to bring dreams into reality, and by manifesting those plans into making them happen. Minerals such as Selenite give us access into higher wisdom, well-being, serenity, peace, connection with universe and eternal life force.

Fossilized Bone: See also Ivory. This is a good replacement for Ivory, as it carries the same properties as well as Elemental power, past-life regression, protection, longevity.

Fuchsite: Fuchsite is a CHROME-mica, Muscovite is a white mica. Lightheartedness, friendliness, compassion, recovery, immunity. Speeds deeper healing.

Fulgurite: This unusual stone from the Libyan desert is known for its ability to contact aliens and the spirit world. It can also be used in the treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders.

Garnet: Known as the "stone of health" ridding the body of negative energies and transmuting them to a beneficial state. Also know in the past as a " stone of commitment" - to purpose, to others, to oneself. Ranges in color from deep emerald green through yellow, brown, and red. Common to the US, but found all over the world. Stimulates creativity, passion, and the circulatory system. The brighter the better. Square-cut Garnets help bring about business opportunities and filter out concerns that are not one's own. Rectangular shapes aid in the matter of intellect or the earth. Garnets teach patience and constancy and are not to be used lightly. They develop love and compassion. They sharpen self-perception and extend that openness to others. Help calm anger, particularly anger directed towards the self. Garnet's emotional and mental healing associated with purification, regeneration and warmth also carry over to it's qualities of physical healing. As a healer and protector from toxins, garnet is recognized as a remedy in the body's fight against food poisoning and blood toxicity. It is also known for aiding in treatments against infection of the kidney, lung and facial areas. The garnet family is also an aid to therapy for disorders of the heart, bones and spine, blood, pulmonary and even sleeping disorders. It has even been noted to provide gallstone relief and also work down to a cellular level. Because of it's warming energies, it is also used therapeutically for frostbite, aching muscles, arthritis and other discomforts relating to the joints. In early history, recordings of garnet use to treat jaundice and yellow fever were made. Today, garnet is still used by healers to treat fever and even balance antibodies and hormones. Garnet Red: Stimulates life-force, boosts sexuality and fertility. It works to move energy though the light body and circulatory system. It is thought of as a stone of purification, elimination and cleansing, both mentally and physically. Red Garnet is used to treat disorders of the blood, heart, and lungs. Warms, energizes emotionally and physically (arthritis, frostbite, paralysis), grounds. Used by ancient cultures. Exhaustion, low Blood Pressure, detoxing and strengthening blood, muscles, kidneys, gallstones. Stimulates life force and sexuality, hormone balance, antibodies, fertility, persistence, stamina, passion, confidence and stubbornness. Garnet Almandine (deep red to brown or brownish black) This stone was associated with Bacchus, the Roman god of wine. Tonic water prepsred with garnet almandine may be helpful in easing hangover symptoms. Place the stone in a bowl of purifed water, let it stand overnight, and drink upon waking. Warmth, energy. When Garnet is used in conjunction with the pituitary gland, can help provide past-life information. Should be placed on the center of the forehead. If carried around in the pocket and then placed on the forehead of another person, closer ties will form with that individual. Garnet Andradite (wine red or greenish) This stone unearths buried secrets. Take this stone with you when mining, beachcombing or looking for lost objects. Give an and garnet andradite crystal to your lover and listen carefully to ahat he or she reveals to you. Garnet Grossular (colorless, white, pink, green or brown) This stone liberates the human spirit via its soothing, grounding and calmong effect on the emotional body. Garnet Pyrope (deep red to reddish black) This stone has long been recognized for its use as an antiinflammatory and blood-clotting agent. Garnet Spessartine (brownish red to hyacinth red) Spessartine garnet inspires enthusiasm, refines one's manners, heightens awareness, sharpens the tongue and lends personal grace and charm in dealings with the public. Garnet Uvarovite (emerald green) Stands for growth, peace, prosperity and abundance. Green Garnets are healing stones. Garnet Hessonite: Hessonite Garnet is a 'stone of creativity'. Hessonite will stimulate creativity on all levels. Some like to use this stone to encourage self-respect, respect of others, and spiritual growth. Hessonite also allows us to say good-bye to outworn or unusable ideas, view, agreements, and behavioral patterns which we have out grown. On the Physical level, Hessonite is used to regulate hormone production, stimulates metabolism, fortifies the immune system, and encourages absorption of nutrients.

Gem Silica: Gem quality Chrysocolla. Highly Evolved. See Silica.

Geodes: Geodes are spherical stones containing cavities lined with crystalline structure growing towards the center. It usually contains quartz, amethyst, citrine, or clacite. Facilitates astral travel and assistance in the pursuits of mathamatics. Allow one to both recognize and analyze the decision-making process. Used in the treatment of hands, lungs and nervous disorders.They assist grounding and give a sense of emotional safety.

Glendonite: On a physical level, Glendonoite is helpful to heal broken bones, abrasions, strengthening of the teeth and bones, and regenerates cell tissue.

Gold: Excellent all-purpose, high level gem amplifier and electrical conductor. Strengthens meridians, nerve system, digestion. Combines sun and moon's energy, thus higher conductor and amplifier. A regenerator, helping one renew oneself. Works on the physical, mental, and spiritual planes. It benefits the nervous system and improves the ability of the nerves to transmit information in the most efficient manner. Helps digestion and helps the body in the proper assimilation of food. Benefits the circulatory system and blood. Helps control hormonal and chemical imbalances. Can be of great importance to individuals with degenerative diseases, such as heart disease or arthritis. Helps the brain work more efficiently. It works well with all crystals and gemstones. Can be used in conjunction with Copper and Silver, which aid in boosting its abilities in specific instances. Golds lack of toxicity and its scientific properties of incredible malleability and ability to conduct energy, while remaining resistant to wear and corrosion, make it highly useful for Medical Science. Medical uses based on science have included the treatment of Arthritis, dental fixtures, and more. Healing uses for Gold include the treatment of blood, skin, neurological and heart disorders. An energy generator and remover of blockages with the power to strengthen, amplify and conduct energy in the body for the treatment of autism, dyslexia, epilepsy and scoliosis. Helps in cell regeneration, energy conductivity, communication transmission and energy purification to the metal. Gold has the emotional power to ease tension, feelings of inferiority, an anger as well as encouraging the realization of ones potential and bringing comfort.

Goldstone: Medium brown with tiny coppery glitter. Goldstone is a man-made stone, just a type of glass with glittery metallic material in it. It is a valid classification, as it has many properties of NATURAL glasses, such as obsidian which are modified by its being man-made and having been doped with additives. Originally created when alchemists were working towards creating gold. Gently uplifting, mildly helpful to reduce stomach tension, protect center of body.

Gomedha: colic and skin diseases

Granite: Composed primarily of quartz and feldspar, it also may contain Orthoclase, which is a form of feldspar which can form in plate-like layers, short prismatic crystals and tabular inclusions. This stone works well on skepticism. Allows for diplomacy, discretion, cooperativeness and negativity. Granite is a wonderful relationship balancer. Comes in shades of pink, green, gray, yellow, and white. Benefits the bones and muscle and soft tissue. Use in conjunction with Flint to stimulate the regeneration of the body's tissue.

Gypsum: Gypsum brings protection and good fortune. It is an excellent tool for developing mental telepathy.

Halite: Halite is actually a form of rock salt, usually seen in small clusters in either pink or colorless specimens. Pink Halite works primarily with the heart and emotional body. It is good to release negative thought forms and energy from the emotional body, it allows for this change to shift. Pink halite is also a good choice when dealing with issues of love, self-love and love of others. It teaches us to be gentle and kind hearted. Physically, halite is used to aid assimilation of the proper amount of iodine. Some folks use it for their thyroid condition.

Hawk's Eye/Falcon's Eye: Natural Green, gray or blue Tiger's eye-like quartz. Helps gain perspective to see/face situations fully. Seeing the overview clearly and unflinchingly, as from a Hawk's eyes. Deepens meditation. helps us see the truth. It can help gently attune the third eye and will enhance psychic abilities.

Hematite: An iron oxide, steel gray to iron black in color. Silver-gray metallic is an iron ore which is iron oxide usually FeO2. One of the most grounding of all stones. Condenses scatteredness, fuzziness into mental clarity, concentration, memory, practicality, helps study, bookkeeping, detail work, sound sleep. Confidence, will power, boldness. Egyptians used also to calm hysteria and anxiety. Sometimes has deep red spots on the surface. Found in the US, Brazil, and Canada. The iron in this mineral has a strong effect on the blood. Used in supporting the kidney's blood-cleansing function. A protective stone and helps bolster low self-esteem. Helps in tissue regeneration. Also used for astral protection. If worn, Hematite should be placed at the base of the spine. Used for treating blood-related illnesses such as hemophilia, anemia, heart, kidney and liver diseases, cardio-vascular weakness, menstrual cramps, and nose bleeds. They also recommend it for use in treating the stress of jet lag, birth and surgery, tumors, insomnia, leg cramps, nervous disorders and fevers. Hematite was also a Native American remedy for dental problems, pimples, canker sores and alcohol abuse. Crystal healers credit Hematite with the ability to bring about a calm mental state, improve memory, mental focus and concentration, bolster self-confidence, and increase the effectiveness of logical processes of the brain. Slightly grounding, reduces stress, enhances personal magnetism, optimism, will, courage. "Stone for the mind" it helps one to realize that the only limitations which exist are self-limiting concepts within the mind. Stimulates attainment of peace, self-control, and inner happiness. Assists in the focusing of energy and emotions for balance between the body, mind, and spirit.

Herderite: Herderite is used in the treatment of behavioral problems. Some say it is a good choice to promote the leader within us, it also allows us to be leaders in group settings by bringing harmony and cooperation into group settings. It may also be used for psychic work and to help us develop passion.

Herkimer Diamond: Found only in Herkimer, New York. A clear quartz. Shifts brain powerfully into deep stillness, opening a strong, clear channel, psychic readings, meditation. The "Dream stone" enhances visualization, astral travel into the light and dream recall. Amplifies and stores thoughts, energy; use as bridge to stimulate energy flow. These clear crystals closely resemble Diamonds but are really Quartz. Help to increase the energy and healing qualities of other stones. They help you recognize the signs of stress before it can do physical damage. Helps you choose a direction to follow that will offer the path of least resistance. They contain a store of ecological memory that can be utilized by a person who can tune into the energy. Can also guide you in remembering your own past-life experiences.

Hiddenite: A spodumene, like kunzite. Green. Best known for drawing prosperity. Clears heart to receive. Calming. Hiddenite allows us to look at ourselves on a deeper level, it does this by bringing us the clarity which we can so often ignore. It also allows us to focus on the issues and situations at hand, giving us ideas to solve our problems.

Howlite: Gently absorbs and uplifts stress, tension, anxiety, emotional intensity, calming. Works with the heart center, bringing greater gentleness, patience, tact. Helps bones, teeth, and other calcium aspects of body. Howlite reflects and transfers spirit energy throughout the body-earth, and cleanses the mind and emotions of negative thoughts and images.This mineral can be used to calm communication, to facilitate awareness, and to encourage emotional expression. It builds an innate decency within ones character, encouraging those attributes which are the building blocks to spirituality.

Holey Stones general protection in health, and nightmares, psychism, eyesight

Iolite: (Cordierite) Clear bluish-lavender. Promotes truth, simplicity, imagery, peace. Living at higher awareness level. Alcohol/addiction detoxificator, sobriety. A newer stone recently more available. Used in healing,meditation and astral travel. Eliminates discord in one's life and brongs harmony into relationship. Facilitates acceptance of responsibility. Iolite aids in improving the liver, ridding the body of toxins and fatty deposits. Iolite is used to help us connect with our souls. Iolite is said to aid headaches and strengthen the entire system, promoting health on all levels. Also known as Cordierite and "water sapphire" and is a pleochroic gem meaning that when viewed from different orientations, it displays different colors.

Iron: Protection, defensive magic, strength, healing, grounding,

Ivory: Found mostly in white or cream, although some shades of pink and yellow do exist. It is especially well suited for ailments of the bones, joints, and teeth. Also benefits the skin and the circulatory system. Helps you become more introspective and analytical. It may make you more in tune with animals and nature, but you have to have this desire in order to open a path for this expression. PLEASE FIND AN ALTERNATIVE TO IVORY.

Jade: Solid to translucent. There are two varieties of Jade, Jadeite and Nephrite. Nephrite is quite similar to Jadeite in its healing abilities, but its colors are creamier and less translucent than Jadeite; Nephrite is the more commonly found variety. Jade may come in a variety of colors, green, blue, black, violet, white, yellow and a reddish and brownish variety. Each with its own slightly different use. While all Jade has some healing influence, each color relates more specifically to certain ailments or organs. Properties common to all colors of Jade include its ability to mellow one's existence. Helps one rid themselves of negative thoughts and energy. Strengthens the body's filtration and cleansing systems and assists in teh removal of toxins. Very beneficial to the heart in both physical and spiritual senses. It is a very protective stone and will keep its wearer out of harm's way. Jade has been called "colic stone", "spleen stone" and "stone of the loins". It is said that by tying jade to the arm, stones in the kidneys can be expelled. The ancient Greeks used this mineral for healing ailments of the eyes. Wearing Jade helps the body to heal itself while working on the underlying, nonphysical problems which cause the disease in the first place. Jade is a stone of much history, it has been a part of oriental philosophy for centuries. Within Japan and China, it is considered to be the most precious of all stones. There are five values credited to Jade, these are: clarity, modesty, courage, justice and wisdom. Jade does come in many colors, among them are dark green, apple green, black, lavender, orangy-brown and sometimes a whitish color. Black Jade which we are speaking of in this article is a wonderful stone for protection, as well bringing one a feeling of tranquility even in the most of difficult times. By holding a jade stone in your hand, you may experience a feeling of serenity, for others black jade brings out wisdom which is hidden in each of us. Blue Jade: A peaceful and passive energy source. Helps people who meditate to relax and gain an inner serenity. A quiet teacher of patience and slow, steady progress. It is a wonderful stone to give to people who feel restricted or overcome by situations beyond their control. Brown Jade: A stone that connects us tot he earth. A good stone to use to help settle matters of the home or to adjust to a new environment. Green Jade: Most common. Very calming to the nervous system. The color green is representative of life or growth. Helps one channel passions in a constructive way, making expressions of love easier. Jade facilitates peace within the physical, emotional, and intellectual structures, as well as within the materialistic world. It was said to bring accord the environment, to transmute negativity and to instill resourcefulness. "Very Lucky Stone". Lavender Jade: In touch with the emotions. Beneficial to people who have been hurt by love or need to discover the gentleness within themselves. Can help one learn restraint and subtlety in matters of emotional importance. Red Jade: A passionate and active stone. Caution is advised here: it can have such a stimulating influence that the wearer becomes agitated and feels the need to express anger. It can help you extract those feelings and come to terms with them. Use Red Jade to blow off steam, to release tension. White or Cream Jade: Helps one direct their energy to its most advantageous outlet. Helps filter out distraction and allows you to envision the best result of a given situation. Also suggested for the eyes. Yellow and Orange Jade: Both are similar enough to be considered together. Both impart the gift of joy and happiness. They teach the interconnectedness of all beings. Help organs that process food and waste in our bodies. Honey Jade - Powerful emotional balance, radiates divine unconditional love. Dispels negativity.

 

Jarosite: Jarosite brings dark or incomprehensible thuoghts and ideas into sharp focus. Use this stone ehen contemplating both the shadow and light sides of your personality.

Jasper: Chalcedony qtz. Considered more effective if it is used for long periods of time because it works slowly. It is a methodical and meticulous worker. Each color of Jasper has additional specific qualities when used alone. Jasper works well in conjunction with Opals. Recommended for executives as an aid to quick thinking. Also helps them endure stress as it is stabilizing. It will help to reduce insecurity, fear and guilt. Strengthens liver, gallbladder, bladder. Powerful healer; main impact on physical body. Jasper is usually worn in the form of beads or cabochons. The gem was once believed to drive away evil spirits and offer protection from the bites of Snakes and Spiders. Jasper has been a valued stone since the earliest days of mankind, particularly since it lent itself so suitably for carving. Seals were often fashioned from Jasper and it was the chosen jewel for the Emperor of China's personal such emblem. To the Assyrians, the red Jasper was especially treasured since it was said to bring everlasting protection and offer medicinal properties. In the Fourth Century, Jasper was known as the great "Rain-Bringer." It served as a reminder that an individual was not on the physical plane merely for himself or herself, but to also bring joy and substance to others and assist in releasing the bonds of constraint. Jasper was used by Native American shamans to provide protection during their journeys into the Spirit Worlds, being believed to protect against negativity and aid in grounding an individual to the stabilizing energy of the Earth. Red Jasper was once engraved with images of Lions or Archers and carried to guard against poison and to cure fever. Many carvings of Jasper have been found in Egyptian tombs and parts of the Book of the Dead were inscribed on tablets made from this stone. There are many references to Jasper in the Bible and it was one of the twelve sacred stones in the Breastplate of the High Priest. Saint Peter is believed by some cultures to have derived his name from the Jasper, since it was the rock on which Christ said, "I will build my Church." One of history's most exceptional Jaspers was etched with a profile of Louis XVI of France and displayed a blood-red steak across his throat. This symbolizm (King Louis eventually meeting his death by execution at the guillotine during the French Revolution) made it a gemstone of rare worth. Traditionally, the Jasper was employed in defensive magick because it was said to return negativity to the original sender. Brown Jasper: Helps one find stability and balance. Benefits ailments that result from environmental pollution. Boosts the immune system and assist in extracting pollutants and toxins from the body. Keep in mind that this process takes some time since Jaspers work slowly. Helps one become more ecologically aware. Well suited for use by people who wish to relive past events through regression or analysis. Green Jasper: Especially suited to tempering aspects of your life that have taken on too great an importance. Works as a gentle daily reminder that the whole is only the result of all the parts. Works best on ailments of the upper torso, digestive tract, and the cleansing organs.

Red Jasper: Much like Bloodstone in its link to the circulatory system. Beneficial in battling diseases of the blood and detoxifying blood-rich organs like the liver. It helps bring problems to light before they are a threat. Yellow Jasper: Beneficial to the endocrine glands and the cleansing organs. Makes one feel stronger and in better physical condition. Jasper Leopardskin: "Known as the 'supreme nurturer'. It is often worn by shaman to provide protection. It balances the yin yang energy and balances the physical, emotional, and intellectual bodies with the etheric energies. It stabilizes the aura, providing for a cleansing effect to smooth dysfunctional energies and eliminate negativity". Jasper Poppy: Gain a positive outlook. Jasper Ocean: It can be used to further both the development and continuance of business pursuits - to provide for coordination of activities leading to increase. It has been known as "the stone of Global Awareness." It emits an energy which promotes the spiritual affinity to achieve perfect accord between humanity and nature; It is one of the "earth Stones" for the age of redemption & cleansing of the earth. It can be used to stimulate the proper functioning of the immune system, and can be helpful in the treatment of disorder associated with skin and kidneys.

Jet: Has absorbing qualities. Helps draw out negative energy. Especially useful for people who have unreasonable fears that limit their lives. Helps control mood swings and fights deep depression. Recommended for stimulating psychic experience and guiding one in the quest for spiritual enlightenment. If worn, it should be set in silver. Jet is one of those stones that is not used for healing work as much as it should be. It was used in times of antiquity for not only protection against the evil eye, but also in times of mourning. It is good for protection against others negativity. Jet tends to filter out germs and aid, headaches, toothache, stomach diseases, goiter, dropsy, hysteria and hallucinations caused by fever. Jet is used in women's complaints. Jet helps during labour and, when powdered and mixed with bees wax, are applied to tumors. It is sometimes called "Black Amber." It is an organic jewel rather than a gemstone, being a variety of Lignite, formed from the wood of cone-bearing plants which have fossilized...a type of coal intermediate between peat and anthracite which is so hard and uniform that it may be carved and polished to look like black glass, even though it radiates no light. The word "Jet" originates from Gagas in Asia Minor where it was first discovered. A grounding and balancing stone said to carry a negative electrical charge, Jet was believed to be excellent in the drawing of power and in providing knowledge to the wearer. When combined with Amber, Jet was one of the traditional stones of the High Priestess who, in some cultures, was the only person allowed to wear both stones together. In ancient times, Jet was often burned and the fumes inhaled in order to alleviate various conditions, including edema, colds, female disorders and hysteria. Jet fumes were once also used to detect the loss of virginity...although the exact method of this practice has been lost over the passage of time. The consumption of water into which a piece of Jet had been dipped was believed at one time to cure the pangs of childbirth, and powdered Jet mixed with wax to form a salve was used for dental problems. A mixture of Jet in wine was formerly used to relieve toothache and also served as a fixative for loose teeth. Traditionally known to be a "one person" stone, Jet was thought to ward off evil (especially magickal evil), lift fear and cure depression. These stones were considered a link between the physical and the spiritual and employed to balance the emtions, as well as to repel plague, fever and negativity and offer protection from thunderstorms. In Ancient Greece, Jet was a sacred substance and in Assyria, it was considered to be the Gods' favored jewel. Widely used as a talisman or amulet, medieval legend credits these medallions with supernatural powers...the ability to gain complete control over the natural elements (fire, air, earth and water), for example. Given as a gift, the amulet could allegedly place a person under the power of the giver's mental control. In Ancient Britain and Ireland, Jet was considered an extremely lucky stone and housewives burned it to ensure the safe return of their sailor husbands. Jet was one of the first materials to be carved into crosses and made into rosaries during the early days of the Christian Church. In the Victorian Era, Jet beads became very fashionable as trimming for women's clothing and the stone itself worn as mourning jewelry. Wearers also carried the stone to ease arthritis of the knee and to prevent baldness. The use of Jet for amulets and ornaments was once world-wide and small figurines carved from Jet have been found in the tombs of Ancient Egypt, Japan and in the Pueblos of the American Indians. Jet in its natural form is found most abundantly in England, France, Germany and Spain and is used today chiefly in the manufacture of buttons and costume jewelry.

Kidney stone: colic.

Kundalini Quartz: Kundalini Quartz comes from the Congo in Africa. It is a quartz crystal with a smoky quartz phantom with hematite inclusions. Kundalini can be defined as the potential energy stored in the nerve center at the base of the spine. It is also said to be an individuals experience of the universal creative energy. These Black Phantom Quartz raises ones energy level. The hematite grounds, the smoky quartz balances and moves primal energies in the body, and the quartz transmits and amplifies energy. Lead one to a more spiritual, less ego-centered life.

Kunzite: Spodumene with lithium. Pink, clear. Opens the emotional heart and spiritual heart. Unconditional lovingness, compassion. helps in healing of abuse, loss, addictions, directs emotional balance, confidence, connection to higher self, oneness. Reduces depression, mood swings, stress, radiation. Deepens altered state: psychic readings, healing...being centered emotionally and spiritually. Used extensively by the medical profession for psychiatric disorders. Good for the circulatory system and the lungs. It will connect one to their own infinite source of love. Symbolizes a pure expression of joy in thoughts and feelings. Brings peace, love, and compassion into the heart. Opens the heart to trust, aids in security and fear brought on by others. More importantly, Kunzite is seen as a stone of 'balance', it works to create a balance between the physical and emotional bodies. For those who are erratic in their thinking, use Kunzite to allow you to focus on your task at hand. Kunzite relieves depression. Physically, Kunzite is thought to stimulate poor circulation, releases tension throughout the system.

Kyanite: Light blue, opens 3rd eye enhances psychic images, foresight, consciousness, meditation, communication. Brings out our natural ability to manifest things into reality via thoughts, visualization. Tranquility. The best crystal to use for past life regression. Other lifetimes may hold the key to healing issues and problems in this life. By going back to the time when the drama occurred, we can face it, release it and heal. Will align the emotional, physical, spiritual, astral, intellectual. Enhances creative expression, communication, truth, loyalty, reliability, serenity. Connection to causal plane. Facilitates astral/interdimensional travel.

Labradorite (Spectrolite) : Irridescent green blue and yellow. Brings forth each person's strengths to share with the world. Gem healers claim it elevates the wearer's consciousness and connection with the energies of the universe. Labradorite is used for is courage, clarity, and co-dependency to name a few. Some like to use this stone to heal mental confusion and indecision, it allows one to make decisions easily. This stone is also about transformation on all levels, it allows for easy changes to take place, especially good for those who fear change. It also allows for us to understand ourselves on a deeper level, lets us know who we really are in a bold and distinct way. Labradorite builds and strengthens the immune system. It is said to represent the "temple of the stars" , assisting one in sustaining and maintaining, while providing for the understanding of the destiny one has chosen. It assists during traverse changes, attracting strength and perseverance. It symbolizes the moon and the sun. Promotes refinement of action and discernment in direction. It allows for recognition that humanity represents "being of light", transcending the limitations of the past and thoughts of the future, and embracing the infinite possibilities of the moment. It can assist in digestion, regulation and metabolism. Also used to clarify eyes.

Lapis Lazuli: Solid, med. to dk. blue. In meditation, opens mind to higher guidance, intuition, connection to higher self, overview, decisions for good of all. Allows self-expression, writing, creativity, dream insight, allows total awareness. Helps with anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, autism, shyness, nervous system, depression, serenity, self-acceptance; MS, speech, hearing, pituitary, DNA, lymph, inflammation, pain, protection stone. Extraordinarily deep blue stone often flecked with Pyrite. Can also be mottled with white Calcite. Most is currently mined in the USSR and Afghanistan. Beneficial to the respiratory system, especially the throat and lungs, the cleansing organs, and the nervous system. A good stone for blood purification and for boosting the immune system. Can increase psychic abilities and will open the third eye. It's related gland is the pituitary. The pituitary gland is also referred to as the "master gland" because it regulates all of the others. This location is also the center for the eyes, ears, nose and brain. Changes negative views of reality to positive views. Cleanses the mental body while releasing old karmic patterns. Lapis facilitates deep meditation and can be used to journey back into past lives. Augments strength, vitality, virility, mental clarity, illumination. Enhances psychic abilities and communication with higher self and spirit guides. It has also been used as a protective stone, sheltering the wearer/carrier from physical danger and psychic attacks. Lapis Lazuli is a "stone of total awareness", helping to expand awareness and intellectual capacity, and allowing for conscious attunement to the intuitive and psychic aspects of ones nature. "The stone of Royalty".

LeiteiteLava: Protection, reflects negative energies and psychic attacks

Larimar: A gentle, soft, sky-blue color. Brings tranquility of water/sea and air to heart and mind. Soothes and uplifts hurt, fear, depression, pain of life, changes with love. Self-expression, patience, acceptingness, simplicity, creativity, artwork. With red spots: helps gentle people be assertive. Cools, draws out inflammation, fevers, sunburn heat. Especially helps shoulder, thyroid, nose. Uplifts the heart and eases stress. Opens creativity in communications, helps soul mates to find one another while healing negative karma between soul mates and lovers. Allows for open communication between soul mates. Self-expression, patience, acceptingness, simplicity, creativity, artwork.

Lead: Divination, protection, defensive magic. Lead has long been used in magic. In ancient Greek times tablets of this metal were ritually charged and inscribed with "words of power'. These tablets were generally used in negative spells because the lead ensured the spell's long continuance.

 

Lepidolite: Lepidolite is a lithium-mica. It is high in lithium and was originally mined for the mineral. Solid lavender to soft pink, dull, sparkly. Calms and relaxes. Gently eases intensity of feelings, stress, mood swings, depression, manic-depression, self-criticism, anxiety, addictions, worrying. Brings hope, relief, gentleness, self-love, patience, self-forgiveness, unworried sleep, mental/emotional balance, well-being. For master gland and immune system, skin, DNA. Lepidolite is also know as the "Dream Stone". It will protect the individual from nightmares, especially those caused by stress or an upset in personal relationships. It can be used in the same types of circumstances as Kunzite, namely for manic depression or schizophrenia. Brings spiritual understanding to why we suffer. Brings acceptance, calm and trust in life. For many, this stone heals fear at its source in this or past lifetimes. It will help you to contact entities you wish to converse with. Lepidolite weak general, strong emotional natural form

 

Libyan Glass: Increase sales and profits in your business. Creates good luck, aids learning, especially spiritual pursuits. Learn your duties in this life time and 'know' what you should do now. Excellent for bringing people together, increases new ideas and meeting of the minds. Use to balance the nervous system, treatment of tumors and growths. Activates the Thymus and builds the immune system.

Lodestone: (Magnetite, Iron.) Metallic black, natural magnet. Used for grounding, clear thinking, focus. Electromagnetically pulls toxic blocks and pain from energy meridians, pancreas, and lower glands. Because of the magnetic quality of these stones, they were later referred to as lodestones or leading stones. Power, healing, attraction, freadship, love, fidelity, will, protection, business, money.

Luvulite or Sugilite: Helps one connect with their own inner light. Helps cancer patients release the old angers, resentments, fears, guilts, frustrations, sorrows, or insecurities that manifested the disease.

Malachite/Azurite: A natural blending of two beneficial stones. Malachite and azurite are the same chemical, practically, Copper Carbonate. The only difference is the ordering of the elements in the molecule. A blue-green stone that is helpful to anyone. Malachite has the ability to draw out positive or negative energy, and Azurite is soothing and calming to the spirit. Together they have the ability to neutralize energy and produce a sense of calm. Sleep will improve and you will be better able to interpret your dreams.Helps with celibacy, the spleen, protects against radiation and can be used in the treatment of asthma, swollen joints, tumors, growths, broken bones and torn muscles. The name Malachite is from the Greek word "malache" (mallow) in reference to the green leaf color. Historically, Malachite was considered a valuable talisman for children. It was thought to protect the wearer from falls and warned them of impending danger by breaking into several pieces. Sometimes called "the stone of transformation" assisting one in changing situations, and providing for the transfer of sacred information to spiritual evolution; clears and activates all chakras balancing and equalizing it can create an unobstructed path leading to a desired goal. Facilitates the rise of spirituality and the enhancement of psychic abilities. Said to stimulate the optic nerve, help the pancreas, spleen, parathyroid, and help dyslexia. People living near nuclear power plants should keep pieces of Malachite in their homes, since Malachite may expel plutonium. A warning: Malachite in raw form has dust particles that are highly toxic and their ingestion should be avoided.

Manganocalcite: This stone gives us the 'motherly love' that we may be missing, fills in this space. Being a heart based stone it allows you to love yourself and others, it has a gentle and calming nature. Soft pink with white bands. We could say that this stone allows us to 'band' together, does this through gentleness and understanding. Balances the hormones and lessons anxiety. Use in love rituals and rights of passage. Marascite: Silver black, similar to hematite. One of the most grounding of all stones. Condenses scatteredness, fuzziness into mental clarity, concentration, memory, practicality, helps study, bookkeeping, detail work, sound sleep. Increases confidence, will power, boldness. Egyptians used also to calm hysteria and anxiety. Can deflect. Helps after jet lag, stress, birth, anesthesia. Marble: generally found in the US, Italy, and Greece. Comes in shades of white, brown, yellow, red, green, gray, and black. A cleansing stone that is beneficial for the blood, skin, and cleansing systems. This mineral is used to provide both clarity and states of suspension in both meditation and tantric activities. Provides for strength of self control and mastery of thought. It enhances the powers of serenity. Marble can provide the "good common sense" in matters of the home, heart and one's constitution. Allows for total recall of dreams, provides protection, stablility and structure both in the physical and emotional mind. Ruin Marble provides the additional power of connecting with intellectual states of mind and knowledge. Marcasite: Although marcasite crystals are in the process of dissolution, the existing polished speciments retain strong Earth energy and the power to calm the mind and instill emotioal stability.Mercury: "Quick silver" Mercury is dangerous to breathe, ingest or even to touch for prolonged periods of time. Its magical uses are therefore limited and, perhaps, needlessly riskey.

Meteorite: Usually solid, dull, mottled, brownish to black. Noniron varieties amplify thoughts, telepathic sending and receiving, greater awareness, some connection to extraterrestrial life. Odd/unusual energy, best used by those drawn to them. The way to approach this stone is to try and tune into its energy on an intuitive level and decide whether or not it would play a good role in your life. Protection, astral projection. Helps reveal past lives from other planets and galaxies. Enhances connection with extraterrestrial energies. Expands awareness. Similar to obsidian, but denser.

Mica: Divination, protection.

Microline: See Amazonite.
Moqui, Mochi Marbles: Moqui Marbles/Balls pronounced (Mo-Key) are essentially Ironstone and are found at the base of Navajo Sandstone formations. They are found in sizes from small marbles to baseball sizes. Moqui Marbles have been used for centuries by the shamanic tribes of the continents. Although newly discovered in the United States, Moqui's have been found on several continents in the ancient archaeological excavations. They are recommended to the user of both the ancient ways and the future ways. Mochi Marbles can be used to align the energy centers, to relieve energy blockages, to stimulate CHI, to ground and center, and to provide protection. Grinding with two Mochi Marbles promotes receptivity to frequencies, which are usually inaudible. The journey with the Mochi Marbles allow one to live to the fullest, while understanding the sanctity of, and performing healing for the earth. They have been used to treat physical instabilities in the veins, muscles, arteries, bone loss, RNA/DNA balancing, immune system and Moldavite: Greenish to brown-green. Variety of Tektite. Dull outside, deep clear green inside. Powerfully expands psychicness, channeling. Telepathic access to spiritual laws, info from higher regions/places to help us and Earth to be healthier and more spiritual. An intense meteorite helping people incarnating from elsewhere be more comfortable here on earth Reducing asthma, toxin sensitivity, emotional intensity, epilepsy. More rare, expensive and powerful than a plain "tektite." Moldavite is the product of a meteor collision with Earth nearly 15 million years ago. It fell over what is now called the Moldau River Valley in Czechoslovakia. These green Gems are among the most rare minerals on earth. They have been prized by humans for thousands of years and are still given as gifts from royalty to royalty. In legend, it is believed Moldavite was the green stone in the Holy Grail and has the power to quicken ones spiritual evolution. Even people not sensitive to the energies of stones, often feel the energy of Moldavite. Many sense it as heat, tingling or pulsing sensation in their hand. Others feel a rush of energy through their body, usually upwards out the top of their head. Sleeping with Moldavite activates the dream state. Wearing it helps manifest positive life changes. Some say its for Star Children who can't cope real well with being here on earth, others simply say it works for people who don't really feel part of this world. Moldavite provides a level of compassion and comprehension for people who are struggling to adjust to a world with such strong polarities -human suffering, emotionalism and all the material realities which are just part of the physical plane. Moldavite is that its best to use with other stones which can help ground its energies.

Moonstone: (also known as Feldspar), an opalescent and transparent gem which is sometimes said to resemble a raindrop. It can come in a variety of soft sheens...including white, pink or yellow. Sometimes referred to as "Selenite," the Moonstone was used in ancient times in various parts of the world as a lucky charm and some miraculous cures have been attributed to the power of this stone. The Romans believed that the gem enclosed the image of Diana, their Moon Goddess, who represented the "moonlight splendor of night." It was said to have the power of bestowing wealth, victory and wisdom upon its wearer. The Druids suspended Moonstones from fruit trees to ensure a good crop and believed the stone changed color according to the waxing and waning of the Moon. As a gift for sweethearts, the Moonstone was thought to arouse tender affection and, if placed within the mouth at the Full Moon, was believed to grant the ability of foretelling both good or ill fortune. Honors the Goddess in all women, Dieting, Gardening, Psychic Awareness, Meditation. Soothes stress, anxiety, women's hormones/menstrual imbalance, lymph. Enhances intuitive sensitivity via feelings and less overwhelmed by personal feelings. Greater flexibility for emotional balance, gracefulness. Translucent, milky gemstones usually pale blue or green that are cut from Albite. Found in India and Australia. Known to be of ancient spiritual significance in their connection to the moon and the intuitive aspect of one's nature. Help cool, soothe, and calm over-reactions to emotional and personal situations. They are associated with sensitivity, intuition, and clairvoyance. Moonstone's effect upon the menstrual cycle is powerful. At the time of the full moon or menstruation, women should be aware of their sensitive emotional nature and remove these stones. May help all parts of the lower torso, which include digestive, cleansing and reproductive organs. The energy of moonstone is balancing, introspective, reflective, and lunar. It is capable of helping one with the changing structures of ones life on the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels. Once called the "travelers stone" it is used for protection against the perils of travel. Moonstone is also a talisman of GOOD FORTUNE. It is also said to both arouse tenderness within the self and to bring happiness to the environment in which it resides. Moonstone Grey : Helps one accept other stone's powers by cleansing blocks. Moonstone Orange: Helps one accept other stone's help by comforting you. This is less powerful than white. Moonstone Rainbow: it displays all of the colors of the rainbow in one stone. Moonstone is a meditation stone which stimulates, knowing, understanding and appreciation. It also brings to us self awareness and allows us to grow while learning balance. This 'Gemstone of the Moon' is a popular choice for women. It helps to balance the menstrual and hormonal cycles, while melting away the anxiety and stress that may occur at this time of the month. Use Moonstone for problem solving and decision making. Moonstone White: Helps one accept other stone's help through highlighting the others effects. Balances.

Morganite/Pink Beryl: Related to Emerald and Aquamarine. Clear/soft pink to violet, translucent to clear. Inspires spiritual lovingness, compassion, equality, upliftment, empathy, patience. Helps heart, lungs, breathing, throat, oxygenation.

Mother of Pearl (MOP): Beads made of glossy pearly inside of pearl oyster shell. Carries the gentle, peaceful healing energy of the sea. Relaxes, soothes emotions, sensitivity, stress. Used for protection. It signifies faith, charity, and innocence, enhances personal integrity, and helps to provide focus to ones attention. The pearl has been known as a "stone of sincerity", bring truth to situations and loyalty to a "cause". It has been used to inhibit boisterous behavior, and to provide a reflection of the self such that one may see the manner in which one appears to others. Protects babies placed upon newborn or around sleeping quarters.

Muscovite (MOP): Also known as Mica- this crystal appears in sheet-like layers, scales, masses and tabular crystal. It is the reflection stone. It allows one to reflect on their past and present situations and gives one the opportunity to both acknowledge and eliminate any traits one wishes to detach from. Mica provides for clarity in visions and self-reflection. It can be used during fasting times to help reduce hunger, provide energy, relieve dehydration, bring sparkle to the eyes, sheen to the hair, as well as, help in situations of insomnia and excessive sleep. Often found as inclusion to granite.

Nephrite: Nephrite is similar to Jadeite in its healing abilities, but its colors are creamier and less translucent than Jadeite; Nephrite is the more commonly found variety. May come in a variety of colors, green, blue, black, violet, white, yellow and a reddish and brownish variety. Each with its own slightly different use. Health, wealth, longevity stone. Used for courage, wisdom, justice, mercy, emotional balance, stamina, love, fidelity, humility, generosity, peace, harmony. Lungs, heart, thymus, immune, kidney and blood detoxification, nervous system. Helps one rid themselves of negative thoughts and energy. Strengthens the body's filtration and cleansing systems and assists in teh removal of toxins. Very beneficial to the heart in both physical and spiritual senses.

Newberyite: This stone is to strengthen the heart muscle, improve the circulation, and to relieve pressure on the spine resulting from a back injury.

Obsidian: Changes fear into flexibility with change. Is a good stone for those who are soft-hearted and gentle. It will help to guard them against abuse. This stone cleanses toxins from the liver, so it is also good for people who are exposed to environmental pollutants. Called the "Mirror Stone" it reflects ones personal shortcomings such that they can come to the conscious to be dealt with, then let go of. Obsidian can help protect against the negativity of others and has a grounding influence helping one to stay focused in the moment. It can also help to stimulate analytical capabilities and precision, and can help promote a forgiving attitude and release of grievances. Solid/translucent black to smoky: Also called "Navaho/Apache Tears" Absorbs and dissolves anger, criticism, fear, thus protective. Unusual black stone: Absorbs dark and converts to white light. Friendly. Can't be misused. Cleanses, uplifts.

Snowflake: Promotes self-esteem and confidence. Clairaudience and owning our lower aspects for growth; Healthy balance. Obsidian balls: help to see truths by initially amplifying beliefs, patterns, fears, blocking our growth. Green: Heals broken crystals and charges them. Assists in energy healing. Blue: Stimulates communication, helps in astral travel, Tarot reading. Helps keep away negativity and is an extremely protective stone when traveling. Helps with directional knowledge, as well, particularly for sensitive people. Rainbow: brings light and love to one's life. Allows for the spiritual side in one's nature to be recognized. Known as the "stone of pleasure", it can bring enjoyment and gratification to one's life. It is also used for "gazing" especially in matters of love, relationship and the development of one's etheric and physical bodies. Shows the presence of light within darkness. Purpose is to show mankind and womankind that within darkness of despair and depression, there is a light of hope and healing. Within the darkness every color of the rainbow is vibrating with a purpose. More likely to be love, the black color may be a veil or an illusion; we must go to a deeper level to discover the light. Obsidian reflects our true-selves, the good and the bad. Helps us to understand the dark side of ourselves so we can walk into the light. A circle of color in rainbow obsidian /compared to rings:

Oligoclase: Oligoclase is a great stone to choose if you are dealing with issues of trust; it assists one in learning trust. Helpful in releasing internal anger which causes energy blocks. Oligoclase stimulates awareness and self-awareness, it neutralizes negativity through this awareness. Some like to use this stone for a journey of discovery into the inner self. Oligoclase also allows one stability and focus to see the highest perspective or vision, the creative intelligence and wisdom, without loosing sight of the detail or what needed to happen to achieve it.

Olivine: Money, protection, love, luck.

Olivine:Used to reflect negative energies and psychic attacks

Onyx: Balances and grounds. Reduces sex drive. Promotes fidelity. Absorbs and flattens emotional intensity. Excellent for centering/aligning total person with higher powers. Banish grief,enhance self control, wise decision-making, encourages happiness/good fortune. Helps with disorders of soft tissue, bone marrow and the feet. Found in Italy, US, and in Mexico. The shapes or patterns that Onyx holds inside it have led some to suggest that Onyx has a picture in it that tells a story or carries a lesson. An Onyx will retain memory of the physical occurrences surrounding a person. A strong stone to use in psychometry because it tells the story of the wearer. It brings balance to mind or body as well as strength of mind. A strengthening stone that can help you approach a lesson or task with greater self-confidence. Said to be good for the teeth and bones. Relieves stress. Balances male/female polarities. Strengthens bone marrow. Aids detatchment. Enhances emotional balance and self-control. Higher inspiration

Opal: also known as the "Queen of Gems" and "Gem of Hope." A member of the Quartz family with a very high water content, it is a brittle, heat-sensitive, silicon oxide stone which often shatters or cracks when it is cut or polished. If given as a lucky or love stone, such shattering was once considered to be a sign of extreme bad fortune. The flashes of color come from natural silica spheres which create light interference. Due to its delicate nature, Opals are usually worn only as pendants and earrings. The modern name of the gem is derived from three ancient sources: the Sanskrit upala (which means "precious stone"); the Latin opalus; and the Greek opallios (which means "to see a color change"). It is unique in the world of jewels, having little color of its own, yet shining with the radiance of all the other gems. In the Nineteenth Century, the Opal became to be considered a stone of bad luck...especially if worn by those not born in the month of October. The only exception to this was the Black Opal, which has always been believed to bring its owner good fortune. The origin of the unlucky superstition is unknown. Early races credited the Opal with magical qualities and traditionally, the Opal was said to aid its wearer in seeing possibilities. It was believed to clarify by amplifying and mirroring feelings, buried emotions and desires. It was also thought to lessen inhibitions and promote spontaneity.

The Opal is an historically treasured gem and 6,000 year old Opal artifacts have been found in Kenyan caves. However, most are believed to be approximately 60 million years old (or more) and generally date back to the Cretaceous period when dinosaurs roamed the earth. The early Greeks believed the Opal bestowed powers of foresight and prophecy upon its owner while in Arabian folklore, it is said that the stone fell from heaven in flashes of lightning. To the Romans, it was considered to be a token of hope and purity. Legend states that one Roman Emperor offered to trade one-third of his vast kingdom for a single Opal and that the Roman Senator Nonius chose exile rather than surrender a large Opal to Marc Antony. It has been said that the beauty of the Opal is the combination of the beauty of all other gems. In the Middle Ages, the Opal was known as the "eye stone" due to a belief that it was beneficial to eyesight and blonde women were known to wear necklaces of Opal in order to protect their hair from losing its color. Some cultures thought the effect of the Opal on sight could render the wearer invisible. Needless to say, it was thus a popular item among thieves. Opals were set into the crown jewels of France and Napoleon gave Josephine a beautiful example of this stone containing brilliant red flashes which was called "The Burning of Troy." It was a favored gem of Queen Victoria who often gave them as wedding presents. The Opal is the Patron Stone of actors and performers. Clarifies by amplifying and mirroring feelings, buried emotions, desires (including love and passion). Less inhibition, more spontaneity. Visualization, imagination, dreams, healing. Easily absorbs, stores emotions and thoughts. Some cancel other gems and backfires if not used for good of all. May change color with high energy/intensity people. White: Balances Left and Right. Brain. Opals are extremely sensitive and must be treated with great care. Rarely used in crystal layouts except by someone who wishes to intensify his or her emotional state. They easily diversify and scatter energy. Some literature states frankly that many who wear this stone have a fickle nature. Anytime the wearer feels uncomfortable with an Opal, the stone should be removed. White opal is a powerful supersensory receiver of lunar energies. It is also an excellent medicinal stone for the treatment of skin inflammations such as boils, pimples,rashes and for general elimination of toxins from the body. Black"/Dk blue: One of the most potent. Although Opal was regarded as a stone of misfortune, black Opal is considered an exceptionally lucky stone. It is said that if you dream of Opals, you will receive great possessions. Opal Boulder: Boulder Opal is said to do many things for us on the metaphysical level. It is said to assist us in communication of all forms; verbal, ESP, etc. Some like to use this stone to communicate with their guides, angels, animal guides, devas, and entities of unknown origin. Boulder Opal is also a good choice for strengthening and adding light into the aura. It produces stability, especially good for those who have a problem staying in one place! Boulder Opal is also a very spiritual stone, it has long been used by native people in ceremonies and rights of passage. Opal Peru: This lovely greenish-blue Opal is great for stimulating thoughts and communication skills. Some like to use this opal to connect with others. I feel it to be a very creative stone, especially for writers and those who need to get their thoughts down on paper. Some say this stone balances metabolism and helps those with fatigue. Opal Fire: Fire Opals are thought to be very magical because of the distinct patterns of color which seem to move while viewing. The color play include: green, blue, yellow, red, and purple. The energy of the fire opal allow us to look deeply within to understand ourselves in a better way. A great choice if you are looking for your purpose in life. Some find the fire opal to be energizing, giving strength and endurance in stressful times. Other people like to meditate with fire opal, it is very easy to get into this meditative state by simply gazing at the incredible colors of this opal.

Paua Shell: Neptine. Aids one in accessing the subconscious for emotional and artistic inspiration.

Pearl: Usually pale white or cream-colored, though darker blue, gray, and even black variations exist. In tune with women, especially pregnant women. Absorbing by nature and because of this must be used with caution. If you feel excessively negative while wearing a Pearl, it will hold that energy until it is worn again. It is very nurturing. If used properly, lessen stress and its resulting maladies: hypertension, headaches, and exhaustion. May help to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Also an assist in digestion and may reduce the chance of developing ulcers. If using Pearls in conjunction with other gemstones, consider Diamonds to amplify and purify, or Emeralds to bring negative energy out and disperse it. Recommended for occupations as varied as artists, chiropractors, and farmers. Symbol of pure heart and mind; innocence, faith. Of the sea, it has watery and lunar elements, thus balancing emotions, especially for water signs. Absorbs thoughts, emotions. For digestion, stomach, immunity and emotional stress. Low integrity or anger rebounds to user. Cleanse frequently. Fire signs less compatible unless drawn to Pearl. May cool and soothe. Divers wear for shark protection. Protects against house fires. Breathing problems, high blood pressure, weakness, some eye problems. Enable one to accept love. See the good parts of oneself so you can love yourself and others more. The black pearl is a rare version of the traditional White Pearl, which is not a true gemstone but a product of the sea. The Pearl is an organic gem, formed within the interior of certain mollusks as a natural defense to an irritant. A Pearl may be any shape, but those which are round or pear-shaped are the most valuable. Irregular-shaped Pearls are called Baroque Pearls. Pearls are said to aid in inner vision and help improve self-worth. It is believed that the wearer of Pearls is able to see the love of the person from whom the gift was given. Once believed by some cultures to be the tears of God, the Pearl is sometimes referred to as the "Queen Gem" (Diamond being the "King Gem"). The Ancient Hindus included Pearls among the five precious gems in the magickal necklace of Vishnu. Traditionally, the Pearl is an emblem of chastity and purity, symbolizing love, success and happiness. These gems were once credited with possessing the ability to reproduce themselves. This quality was attributed to every ninth Pearl, each of which would be placed in a bottle with two grains of rice and left to breed. In very early medical treatments, Pearls were crushed and taken internally in honey or wine to cure a variety of ailments. They were also sometimes dissolved in acid and swallowed to honor a famous personage...Cleopatra did this to honor Marc Antony and Sir Thomas Gresham to honor Queen Elizabeth I of England. Pearls were considered a powerful protective amulet and particularly treasured by divers and fishermen who wore them as protection from the perils of the sea.

Peridot: also known as "Olivine," the "Evening Emerald" and, in ancient times, called "Chrysolite." Its name derives from the Greek meaning "golden stone." It is a transparent gem of a rich, bottle-green shade which contains a golden inner glow. One of the oldest known stones, it was once mined only at night because legend stated that the Peridot could not be easily seen during the daylight hours. It has been regarded as a gem of powerful magic by all ancient cultures. The Egyptians and Babylonians used it as a protective amulet against evil and it was often used to decorate medieval churches. Large Peridots (more than 200 carats in size) adorn the Shrine of the Three Magi at the Cologne Cathedral. The Greeks used it in headbands in order to foretell the future and the Druids stitched Peridot into their robes for protection. Said to possess the ability to drive away evil spirits, the power of the Peridot was considered to be even more intense when set in gold and King Solomon is believed to have been made wise and enlightened by drinking from cups made of Peridot. It is the only gemstone born in fire...the volcanic gem. Yellower gems also for stomach, liver, adrenal. Helps understand relationships, other realities Alleviates depression, anger, fear, jealousy, anxiety. A visionary stone. Helps connect us to our destinies and to an understanding of the purpose of existence. Can help us visualize not only the ultimate peak of physical but of spiritual continuation as well. However, if you are confused or fearful, Peridot should be used in a limited way. It releases toxins and brings them to the surface, thus neutralizing them. Helps with mental cleansing by highlighting problems. The stomach and other digestive tract organs may benefit from Peridot. Balances glandular system. Aids tissue regeneration. Has beneficial influence on heart, pancreas, spleen, liver, adrenals. Purifies body. Enhances bloodstream. Overal balancer and tonic for body/mind. Increase intuitative awareness. Reduces stress. Stimulates mind. Accelerates personal growth. Opens new doors or opportunity. Acts to provide a shield of protection around the body ; to help prevent outside influences from affecting alignment and balance. Helps one to find happiness within ones self, over coming anger and jealousy.

Peridoten Use in chanting, prevention of nightmares, protection from psychic attack -set in gold

Peridite: Petalite is highly spiritual. It has been called the "stone of the Angels " and will help one connect with ones guides. It is also said to dissolve negativity and black magic spells. Petalite has been used on vision quests for strength, protection, and peace. It will balance ones mind, body, and spirit. It also enhances ones ability to feel energy in stones.

Petrified Wood: Sympathetic to the maladies of the skin, muscle tissue, and circulatory system. Usually comes in shades of brown but can also have stripes of black or gray in it. Found worldwide. Benefits people with arterial sclerosis, arthritis, rheumatism, senility, and blood clots. Can help us to investigate past-life experiences. It can ground you to the earth. Aids in preventing work stress. Restores physical energy. Protects against infections and bodily injuries. Relates to tissue regeneration and longevity. Helps us enjoy life and the evolution within out life. Used to recall past incarnations and ancient powers. Protects from drowning.

Peridcite: (Phenakite) Milky white to clear crystal. A powerfully loving, healing, spiritual stone. Opens 3rd eye, clairvoyance and spiritual communication, meditation, astral travel, journeys. Helps one to map out a pathway within the dimensions. Energizes meridians and healing of other stones. It helps one to go further in meditation, and gives a deep awareness of ones inner structures. Phenacite in general can be used to amplify the energies of other stones used for healing, and to balance energy within one. It can also alleviate despair and fear of change, and lead one to live in love. Russian phenacite in particular raises group and environmental energies. Some pieces also contain Seraphinite, which is an excellent stone for healing and bringing positive change to ones life.

Pietersite: Pietersite crystallizes in the form of masses, the structure a result of inclusions in jasper where the inclusions are pseudomorphs after asbestos. The color is blue/black and the mineral exhibits a chatoyant quality, It was discovered by Sid Pieters from Namibia, and is truly lovely .It is from Namibia South Africa. This stone has come to represent the movement and chaos that break up those energy patterns which are resistant to change. The energy of Pietersite is very forceful and jolts us into personal change. This stone represents change and indicates a need to make changes in your present life.

Pipestone: Projective. pipestone is used primarily to fashion the sacred pipe, which is always handled with the utmost respect.

Platinum: A silvery gray metal found in North America, Brazil, and Germany. An expensive and rare metal, used by medical science as a replacement for bone, since it is in harmony with the body and will not react chemically with it. Generally considered beneficial for people who experience excess in their lives. Slows things down and allows you to take greater control. Helps keep hormonal and chemical levels balanced, aids in the transmission of nerve impulses, and may make the heart and circulatory system more efficient. The electromagnetic energy field of platinum induces emotional refinement and assists in cleansing impurities from the aura. it opens our consciousness to the idea that we are not our body, but auric beings comprised of fire from the sky. Platinum is compatible with all crystals, gems and minerals

Prehnite: Dreaming and Remembering. Brings new friends. Utilized for meditation. Enhances the ability to make contact with unseen entities. Multiplies/increases energy and strengthens ones protective fields. Considered the stone for dreaming and remembering. Increases ability for prophesy. Allows inner knowing. Powerful stone, not to be taken lightly. Increases accuracy with predictions. Prehnite used to multiply energy, good for using in crystal grids. Use to send healing energy to others through distance healing. Some like to call Prehnite 'prophecy stones' for they give one the ability to see into the future. This is a good choice to use in dream work, it allows you to not only remember your dreams, but it also will inspire you to remember long ago thoughts which may be helpful in personal growth. Prophecy stone: The Sahara Desert is made up mostly of Limonite. Limonite is composed mainly of Goethite. Goethite is formed from the action of oxygen upon iron and manganese compounds dissolved in water. (oxide) These stones are from a sedimentary formation. Prophecy stones allow partners to cooperate in a marriage. These stones bring people together for a common goal; which could be for studying, recording, learning and teaching of esoteric subjects. These stones do this by 'cementing' thoughts and bringing them into action. Putting actions and thoughts into 'concrete' form; such as in a book. (sedimentary). Radha writes that these are "Visionary stones; whilst holding them in meditation I was quickly raised out of my body and entered a scene, which was like a future civilization on Earth." Prophecy stones highly improve visionary and psychic abilities. Physically these stones may aid blood disorders and aid proper function of the lungs. Grounding and calming.

Pumice: Easing childbirth, banishment, protection, negativity left in home

Pyrite/Fool's Gold: (with iron) One of the most grounding stones in use today. Conducting, Energizing, Increases Wealth. Used for focus, practicality, logic, memory, clearing fuzzy thinking/scatteredness etc. like Hematite. Helps stomach, intestines, ulcers; sulfur and mineral assimilation, circulation, body acidity imbalances, depression, lack of clarity. A mineralized crystal that forms in clusters of metalliclike cubes. Color varies from a bright gold or brass to shades of copper or green. Found in most of North America as well as in Chile and Peru. "Fool's Gold". Beneficial to the respiratory and circulatory systems. Connected to the transfer of oxygen from the lungs to the bloodstream. Helps the skin protect itself from the elements, and also aids the digestive tract, lessening irritation by ingested toxins. The most important gift of Pyrite, though, is its ability to aid mental capacity. Helps to balance creative and intuitive impulses with scientific and practical ones. communication skills can also improve with the help of Pyrite, which eases anxiety and frustration. Strongly suggested for people who tackle large conceptual ideas in business, the arts, or education.

Fluorite and Calcite. Pyrite: Aids digestion, improves circulation. Strengthens and oxygenates blood. Enhances brain functions. Influences a more positive outlook on life. Enhances emotional body, strengthens will. Helps one's ability to work with others harmoniously. Practicality.

Quartz: Rock crystal: almost everything, it is such a good booster to all the other crystals and gemstones. Encompasses a large family of stones and crystals, all of which are made up primarily of silicon dioxide, one of the most common and most important substances in the world. Crystals of pure Quartz, generally six-sided, can be found in all shades and colors. Quartz crystals grow singularly or in groups and take on different shapes according to the temperature at the time of their formation. Quartz crystals can also contain other minerals "frozen" within, as in Rutilated Quartz. Quartz can be formed of microscopic crystals and take on entirely different appearances and qualities. Other members of the Quartz family include Chalcedony, Agate, Jasper, Carnelian, Onyx, and Sardonyx. These are treated separately because their healing qualities are very different from crystal Quartz.

Probably the most versatile multipurpose healing stone. Easy to cleanse, store info/energy in, program or amplify energy and healing with. Can both draw and send energy. Stimulates natural crystals in body tissues and fluids to resonate at new healing frequency. See also many other stone forms of quartz. (Amethyst, Tiger's Eye...) Used to amplify both body energy and thought. Natural tendency for Quartz is for harmony and is considered the "stone of power". Quartz can be used to facilitate both speaking and receiving information from the spiritual world, masters, teachers and healers. Stimulates positive thought and healing. A naturally-occuring substance with the ability to render invisible light visible through the means of refraction. It is formed from clear, lustrous quartz and was first discovered in the Alps, at which time it was believed to be a kind of ice or "krystallos." Rock Crystal has been valued since ancient times as a magical stone of divination and was formed into spheres for the art of crystal-gazing. Sometimes, shadows would materialize within the Crystal as it cooled...shadows which resembled mountains or pyramids, usually indistinct and barely discernable. These shadows were known as "phantoms" or "ghosts" and though considered imperfect for divination, such ethereal inner shapes lent a certain unique enchantment to the particular sphere. In Medieval Europe, alchemists believed that if Rock Crystal were cut in a certain manner and then placed in sunlight, it would have the power to make any solid thing invisible. To the Japanese, it was the "perfect jewel," being a symbol of purity, patience and perseverance, and in Ancient Rome, noblewomen carried Crystal balls in their hands during the heat of Summer, believing they had been formed from ice and thus, possessed cooling properties. American Indians treasured the Crystal as a sacred stone, believing it to possess a life and energy which was treated as a sacred trust. Some tribes would "feed" their Crystals with sacrificial blood whenever a Deer or Caribou was slain, believing this would keep the spirits within the stones aware of their reverence. The Druids are said to have used Rock Crystal to make themselves invisible so that they might travel undetected. If held in both hands, it was believed to induce serenity and peace of mind, as well as sharpening the mental processes. An aura of mysticism and magic continues to surround the Crystal and it may be many centuries before all its secrets are truly revealed.

Clear Quartz: is thought to amplify both body energy and thoughts. It can assist in the creation of power, clarity of thinking, meditation, cleansing, clearing the aura, spiritual development and healing. Clear Quartz is considered the "stone of power". A dedicated healer. Pure white light passes through it easily, leaving all the colors of the spectrum unaltered and giving substance to the argument that Clear Quartz crystals can help balance all the elements needed to make us whole and fulfilled. Amplify whatever influences are present in an individual or location. Acts as a purifier and tunes into the frequency of each individual. Will unblock specific areas or organs blocked from transmitting or receiving the flow of energy throughout the body. Helpful in guiding our search for the meaning and importance of existence. Aids in meditation. Can be used in conjunction with any other stone or gem for specific physical problems. It will amplify the effects of individual stones and attune the treatment to the energy of an individual person. Known as "Ice of Eternity." All-around healer and amplifier. Capable of dispersing white light into the seven spectral colors. Aligns one's consciousness with the electromagnetic forces of the universe, helping each of us find our own inner light that connects us with the One Light. Magnifiers of psychic and healing energies. Used to help focus and amplify one's thoughts or intentions. "Can bring the energy of the stars into the soul". Traditionally, the natural quartz crystal was said to both harmonize and align human energies, thoughts, consciousness, emotions - with the energies of the universe and to make these greater energies available to humanity. The natural tendency of quartz is for harmony, and is recognized as a "Stone of Power". Stimulates brain function & power, aids clarity of mind. Dispels negativity in ones energy field and environment, aligns all chakras, a very powerful healer. Blue (Or gray/lavender):A fairly rare stone, is found the US and Brazil. Varies in color from pale blue to lavender or gray. Beneficial effects for the upper torso and related organs. Helps purify the bloodstream and heighten the body's immunity to disease. Helps you discover or increase your understanding of your spiritual nature. Has a calming effect upon the mind and stimulates hope. A good stone to expand self expression and creativity, plus refining communication skill to new levels. Eases throat tension. Immune system, thyroid, iodine and B Vitamin use. Some say shining light through Blue Quartz can help reduce need for glasses. A fine peace and tranquility stone. Stimulates creativity and expression. Window Crystals and Other Esoteric Variations: Even though each crystal has the basic six-sided crystal shape and may be terminated, there is an additional flat plane, usually diamond-shaped, that give a view of the inner chamber of the crystal. It teaches the importance of looking within ourselves, even if the view into our own soul is clouded and imperfect. Quartz Crystal Balls: Crystal Balls in a group setting helps to round out the rough edges of the meeting allowing for smooth communication. Dendritic Quartz: much like Moss Agate, has pictures on its surface. These shapes often resemble plants or animals. Elestial crystals are crystals that generally have fewer side planes and blunt ends. These crystals are young and usually much smaller than most other Quartz crystals. Phantom crystals: are crystals that at one point finished their growth cycle, then began growing again later. When looking inside these crystals, you can see a striation that indicates where the original tip was. For someone drawn to this type of stone, a need for growth is indicated. Single and Double-Terminated Clear Quartz: Single-terminated Clear Quartz crystals are six-sided with a flat bottom and point at the top. These crystals teach us to focus energy on a concentrated point. Especially useful for people who have a specific area or organ in the body that needs lots of attention. For mental states, it will help you to focus on the best path to travel in breaking old habits or establishing new ones. Double-terminated Clear Quartz crystals are a special occurrence in nature. Most terminated crystals grow out of rock, often in clusters with other crystals. Double-terminated Clear Quartz crystals grow in clay or other soft materials. It has a point on both ends. They can draw energy as well as direct it. The center of the crystal works like a neutralizing chamber. One of the points draws negative energy inside, where it is transformed and purified. The energy then passes out of the crystal through both points. It shows us that most efficient energy comes from our own center. Purple Quartz: This stone should not be confused with Amethyst. It has a dark violet color and may have inclusions or clouding within it. Beneficial to the cleansing organs. Capable of stimulating thoughts and helping you learn to contemplate and analyze data. Quartz Green: Stimulates creativity. An all-around healer, it soothes, heals, and balances. Prosperity stone.Quartz Tourmalated: The combination of clear white and radiant black creates a perfect polarity of energies and creates a natural balance in whatever work is done with it. The black tends to neutralize one's negative energies and is a dedicated servant to the light. Stimulates astral projection. Quartz Rutilated: Integrates the Life Force into our bodies. Energizes, rejuvenates, and balances the system. Strengthens positive direction. Raises your vibration - prevents depression. Heals the soul center. Increases clairvoyance. Strengthens thought projection. Opens connections with the universal others. Aids in past life memories. Aids in getting answers to questions asked. Helps the body assimilate nutrients, helps the immune system, slows diseases of aging as it stimulates tissue regeneration. Quartz Smokey: Stimulates and purifies the base chakra. Channels the white light energy of the crown chakra into the first chakra to be rooted deep into the physical plane. I will give one a sense of pride about walking the earth and inhabiting a physical body. It helps one come to terms with their body, their heart, their life and their world. Gives one the power to manifest their dreams and visions of earth. Enables one to assimilate more in life by teaching to let go of what is no longer needed for growth. Grounding. Quartz Snow: Stimulates your hopes and stabilizes your dreams. Helps you use your own inner resources and potentials to alleviate your self-blocks. Helps us have a focus of purity in ourselves. Promotes clarity of mind and activates the crown chakra. It shows us our oneness with our Creator. Helps one have a love of truth. Rose Quartz: Translucent to clear Pink. Love, beauty, peacefulness, forgiving, lovingness, self-love, emotional balance. Soft. Gently soothes and warms heart center. Emotional healing, loss, stress, hurt, fear, low confidence, resentment, anger. Slowly eases childhood traumas, low self-esteem. Aligns mental, emotional, and astral bodies. Deeply in tune with emotional states. Found in the US, Brazil, and Japan. Helps diffuse negative stimuli and uncomfortable memories. It is of particular value in helping us to forgive ourselves, hastening self-acceptance. Advantageous for the heart and circulatory systems. Also helps the cleansing organs. The reproductive organs may become healthier. Said to help increase fertility. Recommended for artists, acupuncturists, lecturers, and those suffering from low self-esteem. Emits a calming, cooling energy which can work on all chakras to gently remove negativity and to reinstate the loving, gentle forces of self love. Good to wear in a chaotic or crisis situation. It is "the stone of gentle love" bringing peace and calm to relationships. It can be used for spiritual attunement to the energy of love. It is a rejuvenating agent for both physical body and the emotions. It is an excellent energy for healing emotional "wounds". An excellent stone to give to express friendship.

Realgar: Realgar is a very unique and rare gemstone which is used mainly to bring energy into the body. It is also used to increase sexuality and fertility. Being it is metallic, it can work as a mirror to teach us about ourselves on a very deep level. It will reflect our true-selves, both the positive and the negative.

Rhodochrosite: Solid to clear pink. Gentle, especially for giving/receiving love. "Stone of Love and Balance". Also for loneliness, loss, heartache, fear, insecurities, inner-child issues, abuse, incest...Helps self-forgiveness, deservingness and trust issues, spiritual-and self-love, desire to live, purpose. Best worn 24 hrs. a day. Stronger than Rose Qtz. Solar plexus, stomach (anxiety), food addictions, anorexia, asthma, eyesight, thymus. Specialized uses to detox/heal blood, liver, cancer. Works in the bathtub to de-stress the body. Comes in shades of orange and pink. Has stripes of various width in shades of white. Most comes from the US or USSR. A very beneficial stone for those with asthma or other respiratory illnesses. Helps you filter out the irritants that trigger respiratory difficulty. Also purifies the circulatory system and the cleansing organs, especially the kidneys. Helps you alleviate irrational fears and paranoia. Will enhance the dream state. Suggested to be used in conjunction with Malachite or Copper. Gold for wisdom, orange for creativity and pink for love. When you are drawn to Rhodochrosite it means that you are ready to learn more about your own spirituality and work to bring this energy into your heart. Aids spleen, kidneys, heart, pituitary gland and circulation of blood. Enhances memory and intellectual power. Emotional balancer. Helps heal emotional wounds and traumas. It contains pulsating electrical energy which emits the strongest power in the universe, the power of love. Rhodochrosite is also an Earth stone for healing of the Earth and for showing love to the Mother of us all. It helps one to serve the planet in Her time of need, allowing for one to recognize that the responsibility is actually a joy. It removes tendencies toward avoidance or denial and helps one to be willing to both accept and to integrate "new" information while maintaining a clarity of intellect and a moderate ideal of practicality.

Rhodonite: Pink, black inclusions. Helps with confusion, Focus, Peace and Love. "Stone of Love". Helps express confidence and lovingness. Calms and feeds the soul through the heart; love and service. Soothes nightmares, stress, heartache, loss, speech and hearing problems, fear, illness (emphysema, asthma...) Use for trauma, confusion, and confidence. Very beneficial upon the growth of bones and the hearing system. Aids central nervous system, thyroid gland, body reflexes, pituitary gland, pancreas. Strengthens immunity. Improves memory. Eases physical/emotional trauma. Reduces stress, calms mind. Enhances energy levels in body mind. It dispels anxiety and promotes coherence, bringing the user and observant nature and facilitating attention to details and interrelationships. Rhodonite Pink:(no black) helps impart understanding of strength within vulnerability. Great stone for light-workers serving in cities.

Rhyolite: A physical and emotional stabilizer. Helps strengthen the permanency of a love relationship. Stimulates emotional ardor. Rejuvenates physical beauty.

Rubellite/Red Tourmaline: see "Red Tourmaline"

Ruby: Red Corundum. Contains chromium (blood sugar balance). Wealth, Joy, Love, Sexual Energy and Power. Warms, energizes after exhaustion. Strengthens physical and emotional love, courage, confidence, vitality, stamina, strength, leadership, success over challenges. Intensifies all emotions (passion, jealousy, impatience, love...) Used as protection against forcable sex. Used for infections, cholesterol, clots, blood detox, sexual blocks. Stimulates circulation, menses, pituitary healing. Usually a deep, brilliant red, but can be found shades of pink or lavender. Found in the US, India, and Sri Lanka. An amplifier of energy-both positive and negative. Can bring anger or negativity to the surface quickly. Can also amplify positive energy. Helps us in all matters of love, including love of ourselves. Benefits the heart and circulatory system, and can assist in the filtration and detoxification of the body. Also suggested for the eyes. Stimulates motivation and visualization. Ruby is said to be one of the stones used in the breast plate of the high priest. Ruby is a gemstone that is used to promote energy throughout the entire energetic system. Being it is very stimulating, Ruby is a good choice for those who need to increase their energy, great for chronic fatigue and other ailments dealing with listlessness. Some say that Ruby is a stone of protection, especially against sorrow, distress and bad dreams. Others feel it is a great stone to help women with child bearing and to balance the menses. Aids regeneration of physical/spiritual heart. Enhances circulation. Vitalizes blood and entire body/mind system. Strengthens immunity. Activates sluggish or dormant conditions on physical/spiritual levels. Refines lower passions. Courage, integrity, selfless service, joy, spiritual devotion, power, leadership. Helps banish sense of limitation. Next in hardness to the Diamond. A stone of glowing, brilliant red, the Ruby was treasured throughout the Orient as the most precious of the gemstones. Rubies were once given as offerings to Buddha in China and to Krishna in India. It was once believed that the Ruby would change color and become darker when its owner was in danger or when an illness was imminent. It was also thought that this stone could chase away the spirits of the dead and any evil phantom not contained within Hell. The Ruby was once considered a powerful amulet, affording protection from disaster, plague and pestilence and promoting a cheeful disposition upon its wearer. It was also formerly believed to overcome depression and sorrow. In the form of a ring, this stone was said to bestow knowledge, health and wealth. During the Tenth Century in China and Europe, dragons and snakes were carved into the surfaces of Rubies to increase the flow of money and power to those who owned them. The finest Rubies are found in Burma and Ceylon and have a prominent place in the Crown Jewels of almost every empire. The medicinal powers of the Ruby were said to range from that of snake bite antidote to a curative for liver and heart ailments and the gem was also highly-prized as a symbol of love, passion and friendship. It was also believed to guarantee success in battle. To dream of Rubies was thought to bring success in trade for the businessman and a bountiful harvest for the farmer.

Rutilated/Rutile Quartz: Clear Quartz conducts and amplifies energy, thoughts, programming for healing. Intensifies and deepens altered states. Helps in meditation, clairvoyance, telepathy, insight. Stimulates immunity, strength, blue corona, imagery, dreams. May increase radiation protection and health rejuvenation. Each stone's energy and qualities are unique. Helpful with Lung disorders. Contains Rutile in needle-like mineral inclusions. One can find Rutilated versions of most of the types of Quartz discussed thus far. It heightens whatever energetic influence the regular Quartz posses and helps direct that boosted energy to problematic areas.Enhances life force, strengthens immune systems, and brain function. Eases depression. Facilitates communication, increases clairvoyance. Highly electrical, more intensity than clear quartz, transmutes negativity, enhances communication with spirit guides. A great physical healer. It filters out painful memories and may be used when investigating the shadow side of life

Salt(Halite) Used for protection from outside influences. Used for invocations where the outcome is unsure.Purification, protection, grounding.

Sapphire: Corundum. Blue, green, pink, purple, clear. Related to Ruby. Has been use as an aide to healing ailments of the eyes. It is also considered a booster for the immune system, protecting the body in general from disease. Protects from demons. Blue: Communication, insight, intuition, clairaudience, inspiration, spiritual prayer/devotion, peacefulness. Pituitary and Thyroid. Detoxing skin, body. Antidepressant. Cools, contracts, soothes, thus reducing inflammation, fevers, nosebleeds. Hearing problems, TB, burns, etc. Nervous system (& Epilepsy) and meridians. Used for wisdom, will, centering, cheerfulness, luck. Reduces radiation effects, anxiety, procrastination. Black: more grounding. Protection. May strengthen by posing challenges to overcome. Found in the US, Australia, and India. Lessens tension and aligns the mental, physical, and spiritual planes. Can be an important stone for people with spiritual confusion or depression, those involved in situatations out of their control, and anyone with concentration problems. Black Sapphires are the most protective of all Sapphire colors. Also for epilepsy, insanity, hiccups and fever. Star Sapphire: Similar to the Blue Sapphire, differs in that it has an aqueous inclusion in its makeup that creates a refracted five-pointed star on the stone's surface. This star is a focus point in the gem. Recommended for people who wish to awaken or heighten their psychic abilities. Works as a relaxing agent during times of extreme physical exertion. Healers of the spirit and and body are often drawn to this stone. Sapphire White: stomach disorder, leprosy and relieve nausea.

Sard: A porous brick-red stone. Found in the US and India. Not generally considered to be a strong healer, though it does possess limited properties similar to Carnelians. Suggested for open wounds and conditions of the blood. Can be beneficial to the cleansing organs and in strengthening to the mind. Used for love, protection, courage, facilitating childbirth. It is thought to be more magically effective for women than for men and can stop hexes and negative spells.

Sardonyx: A layered combination of Sard and Onyx. Can include shades of red, brown, black or white. Found in Brazil and India. Best known for its effect upon the bones and lungs. Recommends its use for depression and in matters of love. Take care to consider the color combination of the stone. Red stimulates, brown is grounding, black is absorbing, and white is purifying. The colors do not cancel each other out. They do, however, buffer each other and maintain a median balance that allows you to affect change. Recommended for explorers, those engaged in combat, and executives. Use for protection, courage, marital happiness, eloquence, peace, and luck.

Scapolite: Scapolite is a great stone for encouraging independence and motivation in one's life. It provides the stimulus needed for change, allows one to move on and to grow as a person. Brings the clarity required to meet goals, keeps you on track towards your life's dream. It is also used in the treatment of bone disorders and can provide relief from shoulder and upper body aches.

Scolecite: Scolecite is a great team stone. It seems to function as a harmonizing force between the different energies but also appears to improve communication between two people. So instead of each crystal just doing its bit, they all work together in a synergistic effort - far more powerful.

Sedona Vortex stones: These stones act as an energy vortex center, stimulating psychic abilities and may bring experiences including contact with the physical world, contact with guides, as well as visions. They are protective in the sense that they allow safe entry into vortex energy, allowing for comfortable exploration of this energy. Use to enhance dream state as well as to remember dreams. Sedona Vortex stones allow access to past lives as well as ancient wisdom. Physically this stone may help diseases of the bone, skin, teeth and muscles. Blood disease.

Selenite: White/clear striated crystals. Has been used to work against cancer and is known to stabalize epileptic disorders. Mental focus, growth, luck, immunity. Smoothes emotions. May help physical and emotional letting go, the spine and nerve system, emotional and promote athletic flexibility. Sends healing to the earth. Expands sensitivity, field of awareness. Selenite is considered to be a 'mental body stone' which also opens, aligns and clears the aura bodies. It is able to transmit light, energy, and information; this maybe why many like to use it for channeling. It can be used as a scanning device for those of us who are not visually orientated to get an overall view of a person's light system to see the thought forms in their energy body. Selenite wands it can be a powerful tool, but intent seems to be necessary in activating it. A healer of the psyche, rather than of the physical dimension.

Serpentine: Protection from poisonous creatures, lactation. Seals made of serpentine were carried in ancient Assyria so the gods and goddesses would send double blessings

Shiva Lingham: Shiva Lingams originate at the Narmada River in the central western part of India. These stones are collected from the river bed. Lord Shiva is the supreme being revered by Hindus, and this fertility stone is often worshipped as his embodiment. Lingam describes the egg-like shape that is hand-polished to balanced proportions. Lingam is the sacred Sanskrit word for phallus. In Tantra, the shape embodies the masculine energy; dynamic expression and knowledge. The markings or Yoni depicts female energy; wisdom and intuition. The Tantric Shiva Lingam unifies the dualistic female/male world into harmonious balance. Lingham is also the sacred Sanskrit word for phallus.

Silica: "Gem Silica" The highest, purest form of gem quality Chrysocolla. One of the highest evolved blue-green stones. (Also see: Chrysocolla.)

Silver: Excellent for mental, emotional, and physical releasing and cleansing. Works on mind/emotions to see overview, emotional balance, patience. Reduces inflammation, fever, nervous system stress. Works with pituitary and upper energy centers. Benefits the circulation and detoxifies the blood. Helps the body recognize imbalances or high levels of hormone and chemicals more readily, enabling them to be naturally corrected. Helps the lungs and throat and reduces irritation by pollutants and other impurities in the air. Improves the transmission of nerve impulses. Aids those with degenerative brain disease, poor memory, irrational fears, and emotional imbalance. Also aids in verbal and representational communication. Helps balance the functions of both sides of the brain. Can help resolve sexual problems that result from dysfunction or impotence. Silver is ruled by the Moon a feminine planet, and therefore imparts a softened less assertive emotional energy to crystals & minerals that are mounted in it. Invocation, love, psychism, dreams, peace, protection, travel, money. Silver is the moon's metal. Because it is found in its pure form, it was one of the first metals to be used by humans. The metal's beauty and scarcity caused it to be fashioned into divine images and offering pieces.

Smithsonite: Light blue, pink, or lavender fuzzy bubbles. Helps with smoother communications, leadership, perceptiveness and depth in relationships, and expansion into new areas. Meditation clarity, and receptiveness. Insight via dreams, dream recall. Works well for nose, lymph, immunity; tissue elasticity. Suggested for security and a balanced life. Also helps you deal with difficult relationships. Smithsonite helps us bring empowerment to action by enhancing our ability to complete desired goals. Also, use this stone to clarify the mind, instill a sence of security, and ease difficulties in relationships.

Smoky Quartz: Helps to overcome Depression, Nightmares, Stress. Smoky, rootbeer, or chocolate-colored clear crystals. The clearest ones induce deep meditation for channeling, higher guidance, deep relaxation, lovingness. Corrects fertility/PMS/reproductive imbalance. Alleviates fear, anxiety, depression, emotions. The dull darker ones are good for grounding. Many were irradiated to turn them this flat, dark color with white edge of base. If so, they're not useful for conducting light/healing, thus less useful for wearing or healing. This medium-to-dark brown crystal found in the US, Brazil, and Scotland. Its dark color is caused by impurities, usually carbon, iron, or titanium. But the color of some Smoky Quartz is caused by the effects of minute amounts of decaying radium, within the crystal itself. Because of the presence of this natural low-grade radiation, Smoky Quartz is good for people with radiation-related illness or those in chemotherapy. It is best to avoid the heavily irradiated crystals. Natural Smoky Quartz crystals, like other brown stones, are closely in tune with the anchoring energy of the earth. Often sued for ailments of the lower torso. The reproductive organs, muscle tissue, heart, and nervous system all profit. Heightens your understanding of nature and concern for the environment. It can be used to gently dissolve negative energies and emotional blockages. It can be used to initiate a powerful force field which will absorb many forms of negativity, both from within ones self and from other forces. It promotes personal pride and joy in living. Smoky quartz has been used to regulate creativity in business, and to encourage astute-ness in purchasing. It works to diffuse communication deficiencies and to dissolve mental and emotional blockages which limit perception and learning.

Snowflake Obsidian - It allows one to recognize the unnecessary pattern which remain in ones life and to re-design ones thought patters to provide relief from undesired conditions. It is "the stone of purity" and balance to the body, mind , and spirit.

Sodalite: Healing, Meditation, Wisdom. General communication and writing stone. Logic, ideas, truth. Balances body energy levels via thyroid, pituitary, lymph, and other glands. Helps Throat, insomnia, neck, mouth, hearing, bloodsugar, etc. Cooling and drawing for infections, burns, sinus inflammations, high blood pressure. This blue stone found in North America as well as in Brazil and france. Can strongly affect changes in your attitude about yourself. Helps you be more objective and less critical about ways of dealing with existence. Suggested for balancing the metabolism. Beneficial for the cleansing organs and can boost the immune system. Effective in combating the effects of natural and artificial radiation and is recommended for those who work around X-ray equipment or are involved with radioactive material. Balances the third eye. Encourages one to begin psychic visions, aids in letting go of control, soothes and heals the central nervous system. Sodalite clears the mind for deeper and wiser thinking. It aids logic along with opening third eye intuition, stabilizing mental processes and aiding the shift from emotional to rational thinking. It clears old mental patterns, opening the way for new habits and thought forms. Sodalite is the color Indigo which symbolizes wisdom and psychic activities. A few characteristics of this color include; access to the source of all knowledge, master of yourself, can receive guidance, and non-attachment of material things. Some like to use stones in the indigo color to explore past lives and events from past lives. Aids pancreas, balances endocrine system, strengthens metabolism and lymphatic system. Balances male/female polarities. Alleviates fear. Calms and clears the mind. Slightly sedative, grounding. Cuts through density and illusion, bringing clarity and truth. Enhances communication, creative expression. Similar qualities as lapis lazuli.

 

Spectrolite: See Labradorite

Sphene: Sphene is said to be a mental body stone. It works to improve the mind and the processing of information. Use for studying, theorizing and debating. I feel it is a stone that promotes enlightenment; use during meditation and rituals. Being that Sphene is highly reflective and takes in much light, it can also help us to reflect who we truly are and allows this light to shine brightly on everyone with whom you come into contact.

Spinel: Blue, green. Calms alleviates stress, depression. mental rejuvenation. Most commonly used to aid in detox (together with fasting, enemas, and alcohol/chemical detox of blood and organs, including skin). Red: For strength. . Found in the US, USSR, Sri Lanka, Italy, and Germany. Encourages moderation of all excesses and aids in the detoxification of both the blood and the mind. Helps lessen anxieties. Benefits the skin. Said to be an aid in fasting.

Spodumene: This stone suggests ideas associated with beauty, growth, depth and love.

Star Ruby: known as the "star of purity", "star fire" or "ruby crystal" is said to promote dreaming and tends to stimulate connection between the self and your spirit guides. Used as a rod-like conductor, it provides the pathway from the user to the electrical and magnetic forces. It assists in purifying, and correcting disoriented energy which leads to atrophy. It helps to align the auric and physical bodies as one. It is an excellent stone for releasing blocks which keep you from a spiritual path. Star Ruby is a stone of great energy, development and protection. It releases negative energy and serves as a tool of empowerment. It helps in the focus of healing energies and chosen pathways. Star Stones: Can be used in the same ways as the stone, but with increased power/potency.

Stalagmites, Stalactites: Historically, small stalagmites and stalactites were carried, often in small bags, as amulets against negativity and "evil."

Staurolite: "Fairy Cross" Brown/grey, crosslike extrusions. Spirituality, compassion, allowingness, disattachment; Focus centered on the Here and Now. This beautiful and rare stone crystalizes in the form of flat and short prismatic crystals with cruciform crossing. This mineral is a talisman of good luck! This stone is said to be formed from the tears of fairies. This stone is said to provide a connection between the physical, astral and extra-terrestrial planes. It can provide an overpowering "release" in stressful situations and provides support, initiation and incentive in dealing with detrimental habits. Was considered to be a representative of all four elements: Air, Fire, Earth and Water. It was believed that a person who possessed this talisman could cause the elements to do his/her bidding. In addition, it was believed that the 90 degree cross represented the crossing of the spiritual and physical planes. After the arrival of Christianity, these stones were popular with those who entered a crusade. Many people now days carry them as a good luck charm.

Steel: Protection, anti-nightmare, healing

Stercorite: Stercorite increases knowledge and understanding through logic and reason. Use it when you need to make an important, unbiased decision, as stercorite allows for practical, objective, rational thinking, uncolored by primal fear or emotions.

Stibnite: Stibnite is a wonderful crystal to enhance psychic knowing, guidance and direction. Brings us information about the soul, soul structure and spiritual realities. It stimulates mental understanding of the animal, plant and mineral kingdoms, allows us to communicate on a higher level. Good for those who are in relationships, allows a greater understanding of partnerships and how to improve them. On the physical level, Stibnite is used to treat disorders of the stomach and to relieve muscle stiffness.

Stichtite: Stichtite is usually found as a deposit on another mineral, such as serpentine. It is rarely found in veins from which half inch or inch thick pieces of the pure mineral can be taken. Stichtite is formed when continental plates collide. It brings one higher awareness of ones emotions. In the home, it creates a tranquil environment, and can be useful in adapting childrens behavior so that it is more acceptable. It also encourages one to be true to ones word, to keep an open mind, and to treat all ( including oneself ) with gentleness.

Stilbite: Pale pink/gray/white. Pink is especially helpful with loving, creative energy, acceptingness, allowingness, letting go, manifesting May vivify/heighten physical senses, esp. taste. Detoxifies. Gentle self-expression.

Sugilite: "Lavulite/Royal Azele" Solid, violet pink to purple. Psychism. Gets you in touch with your Spiritual Guides. Important healer's stone used to gently draw out pain, inflammation, stress, disease, toxins, emotional blocks. Protects; Absorbs and dissolves anger, hurt, unwanted energies. Is placed on Brow to alleviate depression/despair, stress. Brings spirit/light into physical body and heart for healing. Peace of mind, well being, spiritual love. Enhances functions of pineal, pituitary and adrenal glands. Activates and balances brain hemispheres. Strengthens heart. Aids physical healing and purification of bodily systems. Emotional balancer, reduces stress. Brings higher spiritual awareness into physical reality. Enhances sensitivity. Strong protective qualities. Excellent for meditation. Enhances chaneling abilities.

Sulphur: Protection, Willpower, Healing Energy. Solid/clear yellow. Rejuvenation, mental clarity, focus, analysis, understanding, willpower, discipline, confidence. Used in Egypt and modern hot springs/baths for arthritis, pain, rheumatism, swelling, lymph, cysts, hemorrhoids. Traditionally very healing for wounds, cleansing and healing skin, sinus, pancreas, liver, syphilis, appendix, indigestion, insomnia, depression; Strengthens endocrine glands. Found in garlic, mustard, chives, onions, horseradish, etc. Repels garden bugs. Sulphur assists in the removal of negative thoughts and emotions that may possibly manifest into physical disease. Sulfur aids in assimilation and digestion. It is also used to detoxify the body of accumulated toxins and environmental pollutants. Wear it in a neck pouch

Sunstone: Honors the God, energizes and empowers one's self. Aventurine feldspar with gold-orange metallic sheen. Warms the heart and lifts/rejuvenates the spirit. Protection, life force, grounding. Sunstone was used by Magicians in the past, to invoke the energies associated with the Sun.

Sylvanite: Sylvanite has tremendous conductive and transmissive capabilities because it contains both gold and silver. It engenders feelings of social consciece as well as heartfelt love and affection for humankind.

Sylvine: This stone may be used when you are feling nervous, upset or insecure.

Tanzanite: Rare, Clear, blue-purple-violate Zoisite crystal. (Use clear ones for healing meditation.) Placed on brow, it powerfully opens ones centers for clairaudience, visions, spiritual connectedness, protection, manifesting. Helps expand physical and mental seeing, hearing, hair, skin. It was first discovered in Tanzania, which is how it got its name. This stone stimulates both the Throat and the Third Eye, bringing together all aspects of communication and psychic power. Tanzanite is a "stone of magic" that facilitates spiritual awareness and stimulates insight. It is also said to relieve depression. Tanzanite is known to both dispel and transmute negativity.

Tektite: Tektites are found on earth within a narrow equatorial belt 80 degrees wide. They have been found in Thailand, Australia, Viet Nam and the Phillipines. Tektites usually have a heavily pitted surface. Many have the appearance of being stretched while in a molten state. They appear black, but when held up to the light, you can sometimes see a golden tint in translucent areas around the edges. Assists one in attaining knowledge and learning lessons throughout the travels of life. Balances the feminine/masculine, provides insight, strengthens one's energy field. Can stimulate thought transmissions. Tektites are suspected of being of meteoric origin. They are rich in silica similar to natural glass (obsidian). Tektites are protective in nature and aid one in grounding into Earth reality. They are said to activate the third eye, assists one in visionary work, as well as assisting in both lucid dreaming and dream recall.

Thulite: Thulite is helping us to relearn what we have forgotten, teaches us to understand pain and suffering of abuse, mainly of love and how to change it. You could say it is a new beginning in the way you view, feel and relate to love! Thulite helps us to have love and compassion for the plant, mineral and animal kingdoms, it is a stone of harmony and compassion bringing community together for the greatest good. It is wonderful for teaching children to love in both mind and spirit. Love and beauty and the capacity to create and express it. Encourages harmony through conflict.

Tiger's Eye: Yellow-gold. Money, Protection, Courage, Luck Confidence, Willpower, Clear Thinking (and thus speaking), personal power in life. Works on Mental plane: amplifies thinking and manifesting what you think about. Helps separate thoughts from feelings, centers, less emotional. Digestion, stomach, anxiety, ulcers, bones. Rub with essential oil on Front. bottom for blood detox. Use with malachite or pearl for mental/emotional balance, understanding. Helps change anxiety, fear and obsessiveness into practicality, logic. Has the grounding energy of the earth, but is embellished with a glowing warmth. A stone for people who need more confidence to accomplish their goals. Draws helpful people and material things to the wearer. Centers energy and mental focus. Red: Strengthens your body force. Protects from all danger and is worn as a gold-ring or pendant Green or Blue: Hawk's Eye: This stone is soothing for emotional turmoil. It will help you to see things in the best light. It is optimistic! It also promotes courage and strength. This stone is also used traditionally, for diseases of the eye. It is helpful for individuals seeking clarity and for those who must deal intelligently with the scattered details which must be brought together in some pattern. It can be used to enhance the psychic abilities and can assist in the gentle attunement of third eye activity. This stone is best suited to earthy people. It has been used to stimulate wealth and to enhance the stability required to maintain wealth. Produces soothing vibrations, generating a calmness to unsettled turmoil, and allowing one to enjoy the actions of being unfenced and uninhibited. Can be used to enhance self empowerment.

Tin: Divination, luck, money

Topaz: A common, semi-precious, transparent gemstone that has been used in jewelry making for centuries. It has a hardness just below the Diamond and the Ruby. Valued since ancient times as a powerful healing agent, the Topaz is said to aid in affairs of the heart and lend a gentle nature to its owner, as well as possessing magical and occult powers. The golden-brown to yellow color is classic but often confused with the less valuable Citrine. The Blue Topaz (frequently confused with Aquamarine) is rarely a natural stone, instead being produced by irradiating and then heating clear crystals. The name may have derived from the Sanskrit word "tapas," which means "fire," but it is more likely that its name originated from the Island of Topazos in the Red Sea where the gem was originally found. ("Topazios" means "to seek.") In ancient times, the figure of a Falcon was carved upon a Topaz in order to ensure the goodwill of kings, princes and magnates. The Egyptians believed that the yellow (or tawny) Topaz gleaned its golden glow from the mighty Sun God, Ra, which made it a very powerful amulet offering protection from harm to the faithful. The Romans associated the Topaz with Jupiter, their own God of the Sun. Legend states that the Topaz could dispel enchantment and improve eyesight, while the Greeks, who called it the "Stone of Strength," believed it had the ability to increase stamina and bestow invisibility upon its wearer in times of emergency. The gem was also thought to strengthen intellect, bestow courage and drive away sadness. It has been called the "Stone of Fruitfulness, Faithfulness and Good Cheer." It was once thought that the Topaz could change color in the presence of poisoned food or drink and its mystical medicinal powers (which included curing asthma, hemorrhages and insomnia, among a multitude of other ailments) waxed and waned with the phases of the Moon. Perhaps the most famous Topaz is a giant specimen, first thought to be a Diamond, which is set in the Braganza Crown of Portugal. The stone of "true love and success in all endeavors". It can be used to manifest health and correct disorders within the body. They promote understanding, compassion, kindness and empathy. They open and heal the hearts of those who have closed them while also protecting the open-hearted from too much pain. Instrumental in visualizations for healing and attracting in meditation and projection. Helps one to creatively change personal world, enhance awareness, expansiveness and manifestation. Subject to envy, intrigue, disease, injury, lunacy when set in gold and sudden death, sorcery/negative magic bound to left arm depression, anger, fear, greed, etc.carried or worn fire, accidents, nightmares, sleepwalk left in home, pillow. Golden: The most powerful, electromagnetic of yellow/solar plexus gems. A strong, steady, high level gem for mental clarity, focus, perceptivity, high level concepts, confidence, personal power, stamina. Helps mood swings, insomnia, worries, fears, depression, exhaustion, nervous system stress, stomach anxiety. A Liver/pancreas detoxification, bloodsugar balance, tissue and backbone strengthener (physically and emotionally). Radiates warmth,sun/light energy, protection. Excellent for water signs, teachers, excess work stress, manifesting, higher-self connection. Brings emotions and thinking into balance. Pink and Champagne: Topaz Imperial: Imperial Topaz is highly energizing and warming. It is used to stimulate the intellect; it aids abstract thinking and creativity from the mental level to concrete physical form. It is a stone of trust and protection; it draws out negativity, exhaustion, and tension. Place a Imperial Topaz in your home to protect against break-ins and fire. Physically, Imperial Topaz is said to increase blood circulation, aids liver and kidney diseases, and is for sexual dysfunction. It is also said to relieve the pain associated with arthritis and rheumatism. Blue: Alignment with our higher self, creative expression, writing, focus on your path. An empathetic stone. Gives out its warm glow quite readily. Topaz Blue: Tissue regeneration. Strengthens thyroid gland, enhances metabolism. Emotional balance. Cooling, soothing, peace, tranquility. Creativity, self-expression. Enhances psychic perception, communication with Higher Self/Spirit Guides

Tourmaline: A powerful, electromagnetic, striated gem. Strengthens body and spirit and meridians, transmutes lower frequency thought/energy to a higher frequency of light and brings light/spirit into the physical. Radiates light protection for wearer. Clears higher frequency, effectiveness. Especially for nervous system; blood/lymph toxins. It is recommended as a "balancing" stone, because it contains opposite colors (green/red). Black Tourmaline: Does not absorb negative energy. It repels it. It is suggested to carry this stone when you feel surrounded by negativity. A valuable stone for crises and for periods of extreme stress. Helps you defend against debilitating diseases. Strongly suggested for persons with weakened immune systems. Sometimes found embedded in Clear Quartz. Black Tourmaline aids in making changes and transformations. It grounds and deflects negativity and is uses as a protection stone. It transforms internal negativity, changes and then releases it. Black Tourmaline protects one from negativity from outside influences. Rubbing a black tourmaline crystal with a wool cloth or heating it raises static electricity and causes a positive charge on one end, a negative charge on the other. Use this crystal to draw out negativity and disease; simply hold a black tourmaline over the blocked area and rotate the crystal counter clock wise to open the blocks. This crystal is also used as a grounding stone, good for those who cannot just 'be'. Cat's Eye Tourmaline: a lesser healer because of its inclusions. Suggested that derived benefits take place over a long period of time. Use this stone only if you are very drawn to it. Clear Tourmaline: Has many of the qualities of the other Tourmalines but in a more low-key manner. Beneficial for the immune system and for detoxification of the entire body. Suggested for the eyes and for nervous disorders such as epilepsy. Brown Tourmaline: (Dravite) is said to bring a realization of the "inner being". It protects one from the effects of bad karma, and is very gentle for use in grounding. Dravite balances, cleanses, and brings a warm sense of Earth and peace to the Higher Self. It also is used to treat intestinal tract disorders. Opalized Tourmaline: Almost the reverse of Cat's Eye Tourmaline. The inclusion, resulting from water, heightens the effects of the stone. The additional refraction of light helps intensify the healing energy, accelerating its benefits. Forcefield, Protection Stone. Powerfully deflects/shields against unwanted or dark energies, especially for sensitive people. Grounds spiritual/light energy for centeredness amid chaos. Neutralizes fears, resentment, neurosis, obsessions, intestinal or spine energy blocks, toxins, constipation. Place at feet, knees, or base of spine for groundedness during/after healing. Radiation protection. Blue Tourmaline (Indocolite): Same basic qualities as Green, Red, or Watermelon Tourmaline. Especially benefits the upper torso, the pulmonary system, and the immune system. Some believe it has a religious nature and that its purpose is to teach spiritual oneness. Green Tourmaline: A healing stone that some gem healers consider the strongest of all green stones. Helps achieve balance in all areas. Extremely beneficial for the nervous system, brain, and immune system. Stimulates creativity and communication. Helps you recognize and avoid negative energies before they become damaging. Recommended for people who wish to better understand their own spirituality. Business, Success. Taking heart, will to live, life-force, prosperity, compassion. Energizes Central Nervous System (for neuralgia, migraine, burns, etc.) Opens/heals physical and emotional. Lungs, asthma. Cleanses meridians and blocks, stimulates new growth, rejuvenates heart, lymph, immune system. Thymus and entire body health. Green Tourmaline stone clears the emotional body of past life as well as this life traumas and negative emotional patterns, it is protective in the sense that it offers safety and trust while detoxifying. Pink:Emotional and spiritual love, healing loss, emotional pain, fear, self-gentleness (especially with severe illness like cancer, emphysema). Best in combination with counseling. Most powerful together with Kunzite or Rhodocrosite. Self-love, compassion, release of old hurt. Trust. See Rubellite. Red (Rubellite): Strengthens, rejuvenates, warms. Unites heart and body for love, courage, passion, energy, stamina, steadiness. High Lithium content (thus pink/red color) brings emotional balance, lovingness, devotion in a down-to-earth way. Balances body's electrochemistry. Helps detach from personal pain. Releases reproductive blocks; stimulates fertility. Used to strengthen and detox blood and immune system and to ease radiation effects. Red Tourmaline Clears the emotional body of past-life and this-life traumas and negative emotional patterns. This stone is deep and fast acting and can cause intense healing. This crystal may bring up issues that you are not ready to deal with, use your intuition when working with this beautiful crystal. Watermelon:(Red/pink and green) Draws Love. Excels for immune system and life-threatening illnesses. Balances metabolism, endocrine system; harmonizing. Empowers other tourmalines. It cleanses the old while building the new. The green ray heals the emotional wounds the heart has stored while the pink/red inspires the love to flow within and without. It helps build a sense of humor for those who take life too seriously. Balances the projective and receptive (masculine and feminine) energies within the body.

Turquoise: Lt blue/blue-green. A good general healer for all illnesses and excellent conductor (high copper). Speech enhancer, Friendship, Communication, Healing. This gentle, cool, soothing stone is a Native American classic. It helps open communication, creativity, serenity, spiritual bonding, upliftment; Opens the for giving/receiving. Symbolizes our source (spirit/sky) and spiritual love for healing, help. On brow: Psychic connection to great spirit. Strengthens and aligns all meridians and energy fields. Like amethyst, it protects and detoxes from alcohol, poison, pollution, x-ray/sun radiation. Ancient absorber of "negativity"; protection from "evil eye." Brings wisdom. Helps anorexia, headache, fear, etc. Throat, lungs, asthma, infections, teeth, TMJ, hearing, high blood pressure, creativity block, depression. Dull, paler, weaker. Works well with Chrysocolla, best with Silver. Used for healing on every continent! Androgynous, balances yin/yang. Fades in sunlight, sweat, oil, dishwater...Avoid bleach/chlorine! Recommended for healers, those involved in negotiations, optometrists, veterinarians, and those who must rely on communications skills to get complex ideas across. In addition it has been recommended for healing stomach disorders and for the eyes.Tones, strengthens entire body , aids tissue regeneration, circulation, lungs, respiratory system. Creative expression, peace of mind, emotional balance, communication, friendship, and loyalty. Turquoise negativity, psychic attack, disease serpents, poison, violence, fear set in ring accidents, any and all dangers or pendant traveling, riding, strong healing

Ulexite: "TV Stone" White/Translucent. Insight into self and others; seeing solutions to difficulties. Somewhat 3rd eye opening. Some find it helpful for amplifying dreams, imagination, imagery, fantasy states for creativity (not recommended if addictive or escapism tendency). May fall apart if soaked in water.

Unakite: We often think of the emotions as originating and residing in the heart, and Unakite can soothe Heart issue, but another place where they live, often imprisoned, is in the solar plexus. Unakite can be very helpful in the steady release of feelings long held in. An opaque coral and olive-green stone (two colors associated with the solar plexus), it consists of three minerals: feldspar, epidote, and quartz. When one is supported by deepened self-esteem and self-awareness, it is easier to allow old feelings to arise so that they may be released. Unakite lends another element to self-awareness. In working with this stone people have noticed that they were able to go deeper than the physical symptoms of an illness and understanding the mental and emotional sources for it. It is also believed to help release conditions which have been inhibiting personal growth. The pink is more grounding than rose quartz. Unikite has a leveling effect and helps to balance the emotional aspects of the body. It can be used in the treatment of the reproductive system, and to stimulate healthy pregnancies while facilitating the health of the unborn.

Uraninite: Uraninite is an initiating substance that promotes ecology and conscious integration of the heart and mind. The radioactive properties inherent in the stone strongly influence mental activity toward humanitarian pursuits

Vanadinite: color, reddish-brown. This is used to promote order into ones life. Use it to help define your goals. Can also be used in the treatment of exhaustion.

Variscite: Solid cool, pale green. eases depression, fear, worry, anxiety, impatience, stress of a hectic/pressured day by bringing calm and stillness to even the most busy/talkative mind, thus a good meditation stone. Works on astral and etheric level for healing through the nervous system and at DNA level. Centers the Solar Plexus and Heart; also slightly helpful for intuition center. Skin and blood vessel elasticity, impotence/male reproductive healing. Benefits the eyes, and those who wish to investigate past-life experiences. Healers can use this stone to fully understand the energies of those they are working with. Augments moral courage, virtue, self reliance and success. It also considered emotionally calming and soothing.

Veatchite: Helps us develop a sense of humor, lightness and fun. Also encourages communication with nature.

Vesuvianite: color-olive green, brownish yellow. Associated with passion, enthusiasm, warmth and devotion.

Violane: color, violet. Helps us develop a feeling of gratitude, thankfulness and appreciation. Teaches us to count our blessings.

Vivianite: This stone may be useful for treating severe depression and as a preventative medicine when the body is threatened by illness as a result of long-term, negative mental-emotional states of consciousness.

Worry/Stress Stones: This is not one particular kind of stone, but usually any crystal that is sliced into a thin piece and often have a groove carved into the stone for the thumb. Worry stones are great to use in a stressful situation. You simply rub the flat stone with thumb and forefinger. It is said that the stone will absorb the stress from your body the more you gently rub the stone. Stones that are easily cut, such as agate, onyx, and quartz, make great Worry stones.

Willemite: color-yellow, reddish-brown, greenish. Associated with caring and tenderness. Helps us to be kind and empathic to all beings.

Witherite: color-clear, yellow, white. Helps us to be modest without being too humble.

Wulfenite: Translucent yellow to red, mostly orange crystal. Invigorates and harmonizes emotions, passion, appetite. Warms and grounds. Helps us get in touch with feelings. Used for healing and warming reproductive (especially women's). Spleen and digestion/nutrition assimilation. Cleanses and uplifts emotions, muddiness, stuckness or imbalance in spleen. Encourages us to get outdoors and enjoy nature. Fosters creativity and devotion.

Zebra Stone: With black stipes to match it's name sake animal, Zebra stone is one of the best stones for pain management.

Zeolites: Zeolites are a popular group of minerals for collectors and an important group of minerals for industrial and healing purposes. They combine rarity, beauty, complexity and unique crystal habits. Typically forming in the cavities, or vesicles, of volcanic rocks "basalt", zeolites are the result of very low grade metamorphism. An example of the most common zeolites include: Prehnite, apophyllite, gyrolite, okenite, natrolite. Heulandite, Chabazite. Mesolite, and Stilbite.

Zincite: The red color of Zincite is said to be very stimulating and passionate; it increases life force energy as well as sexual energy, this allows us to experience the feelings of joy, passion and of being in a committed relationship. Use Zincite to transcend these passionate feelings into the physical body. Use the orange Zincite crystal when you need to add creativity into your life. This can be any type of creativity, from writing a book to starting a family. The yellow variety of Zincite can be used to transmute feelings of inadequacy to feelings of fearlessness, feeds our will power and gives us courage to face everyday fears. Use Malachite along with Zincite to draw out negativity, the Zincite will work to transmute that energy. Zincite occurs in red, deep orange, yellow, blue and black. Some pieces show more than one color.

Zircon: Clear, colorless, natural form: Works with brain function and transpersonal point and pituitary and pineal, for Universal Truth, intuition, durability, steadiness, integrity and connection with "All That Is." Eases depression, insomnia. Also historical poison detoxifier. Pink: Man-made (cubic Zirconia or "CZ") is not nearly as strong/effective as natural. "Pink Ice" is pink CZ. Zircon: Strengthens the mind. Aids bowel problems. Balances pituitary and pineal glands. Aligns subtle bodies. Emotional balance, self-esteem. Aids sleep. Similar properties as diamond and quartz crystal. All around healer. Red: injury, physical, healing, pain. Use it carried or worn. Orange: fear, jealousy, traveling, theft. Use it worn-better in gold. Yellow: depression, use it carried.

Zoisite: Green with red streaks of ruby. For trust in the universe, releasing fears. Strengthens heart, energy/adrenals and reproductive systems. General health