Gemstones and Minerals
Descriptions and Metaphysical Properties
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Minerals and gems have been given many attributes throughout the ages. Different traditions ascribe different traits to them - this is a general list of stones and their common associations.
Disclaimer: Minerals and gemstones can accent, help, negate, protect, encourage, strengthen, and balance and thereby promote healing. Their effects can be extraordinary, but use in addition to medical advice, and not as a substitute for proper care. If you are ill, you need to seek medical attention from a qualified physician.
Unakite - An altered granite composed of pink orthoclase feldspar, green epidote, and generally colorless quartz. It exists in various shades of green and pink and is usually mottled in appearance. Promotes balance and emotional stability. Transforms negative emotions into positive ones. A grounding stone. Chakras: Heart, Solar Plexus Astrological sign: Scorpio
Variscite- A relatively rare phosphate mineral and high quality specimens are used as gemstones and for carvings. Variscite is colored by traces of chromium . Gives inner strength and provides reasoning. Used to treat impotence and blood flow. Chakras: Heart Astrological sign: Taurus, Gemini, Scorpio
Verdite- A light to dark green serpentine rock which is often spotted or variegated. Most specimens come from South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Zircon- Has great brilliance and intensive fire, due to its high refractive index and strong dispersion. Symbolizes innocence and purity, gives strength of purpose, increases energy levels. Chakras: Base, Heart, Solar Plexus Astrological sign: Leo, Virgo, Sagittarius Modern Birthstone: December