Thursday, May 31, 2012

Metaphysical Properties and Other Gemstone Lore

Updated on January 10, 2013

Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Agate:

  This is the stone for harmony, healing, protection, and strength.
  It increase courage, emotional strength, and energy.
  It dispels fears while boosting self-confidence.
  A good luck stone.
  Grounds and balances emotion and energy.
  Improves, harmonize, and heals relationships.
  Stimulates creativity and intellect.
  Protect against energy and stress drains.
  Eases anxiety and aids in calming.
  Protects against bad dreams. Place a variegated agate near your head for rich and varied dreams.
  Used as a protection amulet for children.
  Protection from evil and the "evil eye".
  Said to strengthen the body's connection to the Earth.

Zodiac Stone:                       Gemini, Taurus, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn
Birthstone:                            May, June
Ancient Birthstone:              (Hebrew, Italian, Roman) - May, (Arabic, Polish, Russian) - June
Ayurvedic Birthstone:          May
Mystical Birthstone:             September
Planetary Stone:                  Mercury, Moon
Anniversary Stone:              12th, 14th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1th Chakra that is the Root or Base Chakra.
However, depending on the stone's color it will work with the corresponding Chakra.
Can be used to remove blockages from all Chakra points.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Moss Agate:



  Considered the most powerful of the agates.
  It is an abundance stone.
  Aids in balancing emotional energy and letting go of anger and bitterness.
  Said when worn in jewelry it brings health, friends, and riches.
  Used to enhance concentration, persistence, endurance, and success.
  Gives one strength in stressful times.
  Said to be used as protection for children.

Zodiac Stone:                       Taurus, Aquarius, Virgo


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 4th Chakra that is the Heart Chakra.
Also associated with the 1st Base or Root Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Amazonite:



  Balances feminine and masculine energy.
  Aids in harmony and balancing emotions.
  The stone of universal love.
  Promotes kindness, practicality, creativity, clarity, and integrity.
  It improves thinking, psychic abilities, and physical stamina.
  Said it will be lucky for ones hopes and dreams.

Planetary Stone:                  Uranus


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 5th Chakra that is the Throat Chakra.
Also associated with the 4th Heart Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Amethyst:



  It is a stone of stability, strength, and peace.
  Used to increase vivid dreams,  help insomnia, and give pleasant dreams.
  It enhances psychic ability, serenity, spirituality, and contentment.
  Aids in creating inner strength, cleansing, grounding, and stimulating spirituality.
  Used for general healing.
  Balances the yin yang energies.
  Used as protection during physical travel and from negative psychic energy.
  Said to guard against drunkenness, instills a sober mind, and protects from poison.
  It has sedative energy that promotes calm.
  Aids in meditation and focusing ones energy.

Zodiac Stone:                       Pisces, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Aries, Capricorn (ancient)
Birthstone:                            February
Ancient Birthstone:              February (Arabic, Hebrew, Italian, Polish, Roman, Russian), November
Ayurvedic Birthstone:          February
Planetary Stone:                  Saturn
Anniversary Stone:              6th, 16th, 17th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 7th Chakra that is the Crown Chakra.
Also associated with the 6th Third Eye Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Aquamarine:



  A stone to assist in spiritual awareness and actualization.
  Used for angel communication, clarifying emotions, sharpening the mind, purification, and balance.
  Aids in lifting ones spirit and creating peace.
  It relieves fear, calms, and insights courage.
  Used as protection during physical travel and protection of sailors.
  Excellent for all levels of meditation.

Zodiac Stone:                       Pisces, Scorpio, Aquarius
Birthstone:                            March (modern), September, October (traditional), November
Ancient Birthstone:              October (Arabic, Hebrew, Polish, Roman)
Planetary Stone:                  Venus, Neptune
Anniversary Stone:              19th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 5th Chakra that is the Throat Chakra.
Also associated with the 4th Heart Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Aventurine:

● Used to bring luck and opportunity.
● Aligns auras, emotions, minds, and the physical body for a sense of inner peace.
● Balances yin and yang energies...
● Aides in the acceptance of ones self and of others.
● A stone for general protection.
● Stimulates creativity, independent, and leadership.

Zodiac Stone:                       Libra, Taurus
Ancient Birthstone:              August
Planetary Stone:                  Venus


Chakra Information:
Depending on the color of the stone its Chakra associations vary. If it is red/orange it is associated with the 1st Root/Base Chakra, also with the 2nd Sacral Chakra. If it is green it is associated with the 4th or the Heart Chakra. If it is blue it is associated with the 5th Throat Chakra, also with the 6th Third Eye Chakra.





Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Carnelian:

  Was once considered the gemstone of the upper class.
  A general healing gemstone.
  Aids in boosting energy.
  It helps the insecure find strength within.
  Used as all purpose general protection, protection from the Evil Eye, and physical protection.
  Calms the temper and helps give a sense of humor.
  Combats fear of public speaking.
  Said to protect one from bad vibrations and guards against poverty.

Zodiac Stone:                       Virgo, Aries, Taurus, Leo
Birthstone:                            May, July, August (traditional)
Ancient Birthstone:              (Hebrew, Italian, Roman) - August, (Arabic) - July, (Hebrew) - May
Planetary Stone:                  Mars


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 2nd Chakra that is the Sacral Chakra.
Also associated with the 1st Base Chakra, 3rd Solar Plexus Chakra, and the 4th Heart Chakra.


Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Citrine:

● Has been known as the "stone of the mind" used to increase psychic powers.
● It raises thinking to intuitive levels.
● Aids in increasing self esteem.
● People in any type of sales will want to have Citrine as it is known as the lucky "Merchants Stone".
● Said to protect from and dissipate negative energy.
● Promotes clarity of thought and emotion.
● Helps in opening the mind to new thoughts.
● Used to calm and soothe distressed conditions.
● It is the stone of joy, warmth, optimism, positive energy, and love.
● Used for general protection.

Zodiac Stone:                       Gemini, Leo (ancient)
Birthstone:                            November
Ancient Birthstone:              November
Planetary Stone:                  Jupiter, Mercury
Anniversary Stone:              13th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 3th Chakra that is the Solar Plexus Chakra.
Also associated with the 2nd Sacral Chakra and the 1st Root/Base Chakra.




Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Chrysoprase:

  Aids in acceptance of self and others.
  Used to soothe heartache and depression.
  It strengthens insight and higher consciousness.
  Promotes emotional balance as well balances the yin-yang energy.
  Said to provide aid for restlessness.
  Encourages hope, joy, wisdom, and peace.
  Used as all purpose general protection, sea voyage protection, and protection from negative energy.
  Helps clarify problems and makes conscious what was unconscious.
  Said to speed the healing of all wounds. Should be held over affected area, carried in pocket, or kept at bedside.


Zodiac Stone:                       Gemini
Birthstone:                            (Non traditional) - May, December
Ancient Birthstone:              (Russian) - December
Planetary Stone:                  Mercury, Moon, Venus


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 4th Chakra that is the Heart Chakra.
Also associated with the 3rd Solar Plexus Chakra.
It works on both Chakras to soothe emotions. It has the capacity for fine attunement, and is used to absorb or deflect unwanted energies.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Garnet:
  It is the symbol of love and compassion.
  Used for protection form evil and during physical travel.
  Has an even flow of energy.
  Aides in balancing ones natural energy.
  Stimulates happiness, passion, peace, inspiration, spiritual awareness, romantic love, and sensuality.
  Said to bring constancy to friendships and success in business.

Zodiac Stone:                       Aquarius, Leo, Capricorn, Scorpio
Birthstone:                            January (modern, traditional), February, May, October
Birthday stone:                     Tuesday
Ancient Birthstone:              January (Arabic, Hebrew, Italian, Polish, Roman, Russian)
Ayurvedic Birthstone:          January
Planetary Stone:                  Mars, Pluto
Anniversary Stone:              2nd, 18th, 40th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1st Chakra that is the Base or Root Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Goldstone:
  A manmade stone though not technically a gemstone.
  It is a stone of energy.
  Said to reduce tension and to be uplifting.
  Red/brown goldstone is associated with vitality and energy.
  Blue goldstone is associated with learning and communication.




Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Hematite:

  A stone great for grounding, calming, and soothing.
  Aids in reducing stress and alleviating worry and anxiety.
  Used as all purpose general protection.
  It is used to improve relationships.
  Native American folklore says if used in war paint it will make one invincible in battle.
  It is good for increasing intuition.
  Said to protect against spells and during childbirth and pregnancy.
  Often know as the a worry stone.
  Excellent for the mind.

Zodiac Stone:                       Aries, Aquarius
Birthstone:                            March, December
Planetary Stone:                  Mars, Mercury


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1st Chakra that is the Root Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Jasper:





● The stone of gentleness and relaxation.
● It enhances one's tranquility and wholeness.
● Aids in balancing yin and yang energies.
● It is used to assist with astral traveling.
● Used for awareness, grounding, insight, and protection.


Zodiac Stone:                       Aries, Virgo
Birthstone:                            March
Ancient Birthstone:              (Hebrew, Italian, Russian) - March
Planetary Stone:                  Mars
Mystical Birthstone:             October



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Mookaite (jasper):



● The stone of "here and now".
● Aides in accepting change, decision making, and assessing problems.
● Very good stone for protection especially good for emotional protection.
● Used for protection and to shield one from difficult situations.
● It encourages ones desire for new experiences.
● Meditate with it to increase your ability to see multiple solutions to problems.
● Helps balance external stimuli with ones internal response.
● It imparts a deep calm while encouraging versatility.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Brecciated Jasper:

● It encourages attunement and communication with animals.
● Said to bring happiness and a good outlook on life.
● Aids in relieving stress...
● Occasionally used to assist when dowsing.
● It enhances organizational abilities, relaxation, and a sense of wholeness.
● Good for grounding oneself.
● The stone of protection, specifically for protection during astral travel.
● Said to bring energies for success in work.
● Aligns the emotional, physical, and yin and yang.


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1st Chakra that is the Root/Base Chakra.
Also associated with the 2nd Chakra that is the Sacral Chakra.
It is used to align the chakras.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Ocean Jasper:

● The stone of joy.
● It increases expression of love both in words and actions.
● Brings relaxation and cooperation to any surroundings.
● Aids in lifting negativity so one can fully appreciate blessings.
● It helps to focus the positive aspects of one's life.

Chakra Information:
Associated with the 4th Chakra that is the Heat Chakra.
Also associated with the 5th Throat Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Labradorite:
 
  It is excellent for strengthening intuition, will, inner strength, and convictions.
  Aids in seeing though illusions and allowing clarity and illumination.
  Stimulates imagination and the subconscious.
  Used for general and aura protection.
  Allows one to see more clearly in meditation.
  Used to reduce stress and anxiety.
  Helps in spiritual connection and psychic development.
  Aids one in determining ones dreams and goals.


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 5th Chakra that is the Throat Chakra.
Also associated with the 6th Third Eye Chakra and the 7th Crown Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Lapis Lazuli:
  It is a high intensity stone of knowledge and wisdom.
  One of the more powerful stones, use with care.
  Enhances your ability to become a channel.
  It can aid in bring matters more clearly to mind.
  Aids in emotional healing and stability.
  Said to aid in psychic protect.
  Used to cleanse the spirit to bring out inner truth and peace.
  Helps to provide strength, vitality, and self assurance.
● Used for general protection.

Zodiac Stone:                       Aquarius, Libra, Capricorn, Taurus (ancient)
Birthstone:                            September, December (ancient)
Planetary Stone:                  Saturn, Venus
Anniversary Stone:              9th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 6th Chakra that is the Third Eye Chakra.
Also associated with the 5th Throat Chakra.
When used over the Third eye Chakra it can assist in opening and clarifying inner visions.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Magnesite:



● To assist and improve creative visualization and imagination.
  Said to have calming properties and helps bring peace during meditation.
  Aids in stimulating psychic visioning.
  Used to stimulate passion.




Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Moonstone:

  It is a gemstone associated with the moon and Roman goddess Diana.
  Said to be at it's most powerful when the moon is full.
  Helps open the spirit to the feminine aspect and the emotional self.
  Used as all purpose general protection, protection during pregnancy & childbirth, and protection during physical travel at sea.
  Aids in bring good fortune, inspiration, good emotions.
  Draws success in love as well as helps in business matters.
  It is helpful in psychic work and intuition.
  A gemstone of inner growth and strength.
  Excellent for meditation to understand oneself.
  To rejuvenate this gemstone place it in the moonlight of waxing gibbous moon.

Zodiac Stone:                       Cancer, Gemini, Sagittarius (ancient)
Birthstone:                            April, June (modern), August (traditional), October (ancient)
Ayurvedic Birthstone:          September
Mystical Birthstone:             June
Planetary Stone:                  Moon
Anniversary Stone:              13th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 7th Chakra that is the Crown Chakra.
Also associated with the 2nd Sacral Chakra, 4th Heart Chakra (if the stone is green), and the 6th Third Eye Chakra.
It stimulates the pituitary gland and intuitive energies. Has a very calming effect on emotions.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Mahogany Obsidian:



● Useful for developing the strength in ones own convictions against both hidden and visible enemies.
● It will ground and protect its owner.
● A stone associated with the Greed god Pluto.
● Used for strength in times of need and gives new life to your purposes and goals.
● Aids in removing energy blocks.
● It helps dispel negativity.
● Helps one to clearly see one's own flaws and recognize the changes that are necessary.

Zodiac Stone:                       Scorpio


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1st Chakra that is the Root/Base Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Snowflake Obsidian:

● Enhances the ability to reach your inner self.
● Used to sharpen both internal and external visions.
● It balances body, mind, and spirit.
● Used general protection and protection from evil.
● It protects against nightmares and emotional draining.
● Will allow you to view unhealthy patterns in your behavior and open a door to change.
● It helps draw hidden imbalances to the surface and releases them.
● Used to add one to see into the future.
● Aids in calming, soothing, and dispelling negativity.
● It is embolic of the contrasts of life: day & night, light & darkness, truth & falsehood.


Zodiac Stone:                       Scorpio


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1st Chakra that is the Root/Base Chakra.
Also associated with the 6th Chakra that is the Third Eye Chakra.




Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Peridot:

  Considered by the ancients as The gemstone of springtime, a gift from Mother Nature.
  Aids in healing and increasing psychic powers.
  Helps allow the understanding of one's life and regulates life cycles.
  Used as all purpose general protection, protection from demons, and physical protection.
  Said to alleviate anger, fear, anxiety, and insomnia.
  It is said it should be used only by spititual or clear-minded persons.

Zodiac Stone:                       Libra, Gemini, Virgo, Leo, Pisces
Birthstone:                            August (modern),
Planetary Stone:                  Mercury, Venus
Anniversary Stone:              16th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 4th Chakra that is the Heart Chakra.
Also associated with the 3rd Solar Plexus Chakra.
Used for protection, prosperity, happiness, and emotional calming. It can purify and balance.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Quartz Crystal:

  It is the greatest of all the healing stones.
  Acts as an amplifier for psychic energy, aids meditation, and visualization.
  Said to have similar vibration as humans, this is why it is such an important and powerful stone.
  Negative people may find that the stone may not work for them.
  Used as all purpose, all healing, general protection, and protection from evil and negative energies.
  Aids in clarity of consciousness.
  Said to be a "programmable" stone, where one can charge it energy. It can receive, store, activate, amplify and transmit energy.

Zodiac Stone:                       Pisces, Leo, Capricorn
Birthstone:                            April
Planetary Stone:                  Venus
Anniversary Stone:              15th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 6th Chakra that is the Third Eye Chakra.
Also associated with the 7th Crown Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Tourmalinated Quartz:



  A stone very strong with luck.
  Aids in clear thinking, strength, and balance.
  Used as protection from unhealthy energies.
  The quartz is an amplifier and the tourmaline cleanses and grounds.


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1st Chakra that is the Base or Root Chakra.
Also associated with the 6th Third Eye Chakra and the 7th Crown Chakra.




Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Pink Tourmaline:

  It is associated with feminine energies.
  Aids in alleviating stress and obsessive behavior.
  Promotes compassion, kindness, tolerance, love, and healing of emotional pain.
  Used as all purpose general protection.
  It is an emotional balancer and cleanser.
  Assists in changing patters to allow spiritual growth.
  Said to have a soothing energy that brings feelings of comfort, relaxation, safety, and nurturing.

Zodiac Stone:                       Leo
Birthstone:                            October (modern)
Anniversary Stone:              8th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 4th Chakra that is the Heart Chakra.
Also associated with the 7th Crown Chakra.


Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Rose Quartz:

  It is the stone of love and all things associated with love.
  Used to attract love.
  Enhances love.
  Promotes self-loving, self-worth, and unconditional love.
  Aids in healing emotional wounds.
  Promotes peace, compassion, kindness, forgiveness, gentleness, tolerance, and nurturing.
  Said to protect during pregnancy and childbirth.
  Balances emotions and enhances a positive outlook, joy and oneness.
  Helps people develop strong friendships and love in marriage.

Zodiac Stone:       Aries (Ancient), Taurus
Birthstone:            January (Ancient)


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 4th Chakra that is the Heart Chakra.
Used as a healing aid for the Heart Chakra.
Opens the Heart Chakra to love: family love, platonic love, romantic love, and self-love.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Rutilated Quartz:

  A stone of power.
  Popularly known as Venus-hair or angel hair quartz.
  The needle inclusions adds intensity and transmission power to the quartz crystal.
  Used to stimulate the mind, inspiration, and clairvoyance.
  Said to be an important healing stone.
  Used for all purpose general protection.
  Aides in illuminating the soul.
  Helps to energize and cleanse.
  Removes barriers to spiritual growth.
  Filters negative energy .
  Excellent for soothing dark moods, relieving fears, phobias and anxieties.


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 1st Chakra that is the Root Chakra.
Also associated with the 2nd Sacral Chakra, 3rd Solar Plexus Chakra, 5th Throat Chakra, 6th Third Eye Chakra, and 7th Crown Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Sodalite:

  It clears up mental confusion and bring inner peace.
  Will harmonize the conscious and subconscious mind.
  Promotes peace and harmony.
  Draws wisdom.
  It dispels fear and strengthens the power of mind over body.
  Helps unite the logical with the spiritual.
  Balances both halves of the brain and bridges the gap between thoughts and feelings.
  It enhances communications skills and thoughts. 
  It fosters intelligence, knowledge, learning, and logic.


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 5th Chakra that is the Throat Chakra.
Also associated with the 6th Chakra that is the Third Eye Chakra.



Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Tiger's Eye:

  It is the stone for the mind.
  Aids in clear thinking, insight, personal power, optimism, grounding.
  Focuses and directs the mind, giving one the feeling of oneness.
  It makes one aware of one's own needs related to the needs of others..
  Used as all purpose general protection, psychic protection, and protection during physical travel.
  Aids in manifesting will, courage, and confidence.
  Said to be lucky when worn as jewelry.

Zodiac Stone:                       Pisces, Gemini, Capricorn (ancient)
Birthstone:                            November (ancient)
Planetary Stone:                  Mercury
Anniversary Stone:              39th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 3rd Chakra that is the Solar Plexus Chakra.
Also associated with the 1st Base Chakra and the 2nd Sacral Chakra.




Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Turquoise:

  Known as a symbol of wealth in many ancient cultures.
  Aids in attracting friendships, luck, and happiness.
  Used for spiritual attunement, grounding, vision quests and astral travel.
  Excellent for healing of the energy centers and the physical body.
  It purifies all levels of being and is capable of handling strong negativity.
  Aids in releasing shame and guilt.
  Used as all purpose general protection, protection from evil, and protection from injury.
  A stone of strength, friendship, and good fortune.
  Said to have psychic sensitivity and connection to the spirit world.

Zodiac Stone:                       Aquarius, Capricorn, Pisces, Taurus, Sagittarius (ancient)
Birthstone:                            July (ancient), June, December (modern)
Ancient Birthstone:              (Polish, Russian) - December
Planetary Stone:                  Uranus, Venus, Jupiter
Anniversary Stone:              11th, 55th


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 5th Chakra that is the Throat Chakra.
Also associated with the 4th Heart Chakra.


Metaphysical Properties and Other Lore of Unakite:



  A grounding stone.
  Promotes balance and emotional stability.
  Said to be used to uncover deception and enhance foresight.


Chakra Information:
Associated with the 4th Chakra that is the Heart Chakra.
Can be used to draw off negative energy and blockage from the Heart Chakra.
Also associated with the 1st Base Chakra and the 6th Third Eye Chakra.