Healing Gemstones
Throughout the ages, the healing properties of gemstones, their beauty, and magic have been recognised and harnessed. As far back as the Stone Age, men and women wore crystal or gemstone jewellery. They had a protective, as well as a decorative function, guarding their wearer against harm. The ancients employed gemstones for protection, adornment, healing and for seeing into the future. Gemstones were frequently worn and carried by ancient Egyptians as amulets and charms. Greek mythology frequently refers to gemstones, and many have been discovered in the tombs of Chinese rulers. Gemstones were used extensively in ceremonies and initiations by the Native Americans, the Mayans and Aztecs. The breastplate of the Jewish High Priest was set with precious stones; it conveyed power to the wearer.
Alphabetical List of Contents
The different types of gemstones are listed alphabetically.
- Amazonite Gemstone
- Gemstone Angels at Charms Of Light
- Hematite or Haematite Gemstone
- Kyanite - Magic Kyanite
- Moonstone Gemstone
- Moss Agate - Another September Birthstone
- Mother Of Pearl
- Opal - An October Birthstone
- Prehnite Gemstone
- Quartz Crystal - The Master Healer
- Rose Quartz - The Universal Stone of Love
- Sapphire - The September Birthstone
- Tiger Eye Gemstone
- My Favourite Books about Gemstones
- More Books about Gemstones - available at Amazon
- What is your favourite gemstone?
- Charms Of Light on Facebook & Twitter
Amazonite Gemstone
Healing Properties of Amazonite
Amazonite, sometimes known as Amazon Stone, is a green variety of microcline Feldspar. It's typical colours are: blue-green, or green with cream veining. Amazonite is associated with the Heart Chakra and the Throat Chakra. It is also a Virgo birthstone.Amazonite is a soothing stone. It calms the brain and nervous system and aids in maintaining optimum health. Balances the masculine and feminine energies. Amazonite helps you to see both sides of a problem or different points of view. It soothes emotional trauma, alleviating worry and fear. Dispels negative energy, aggravation and blockages within the nervous system. Amazonite assists in manifesting universal love. It protects against electromagnetic pollution and absorbs microwaves.
Amazonite is beneficial in osteoporosis, tooth decay, calcium deficiency and calcium deposits. It also relieves muscle spasms.
Gemstone Angels at Charms Of Light
Handcarved Gemstone Guardian Angels
Handcarved Gemstone Guardian Angels
Gemstone Angels can help us to connect with our own guardian angels. Place your gemstone angel near you when sleeping or working for extra guidance and/or protection.
Choose from Amethyst, Aventurine, Carnelian, Clear Quartz, Fluorite, Jade, Opalite, Rose Quartz, Serpentine, Sodalite and Tiger Eye!
Hematite or Haematite Gemstone
Healing Properties of Hematite
Hematite, also spelled Haematite, is the mineral form of Iron Oxide. It is related to the Base Chakra and is an Aries birthstone. The typical colours for Hematite are black to steel or silver-grey, brown to reddish brown, or red.Hematite grounds and protects us. It strengthens our connection with the earth, making us feel safe and secure. It endows us with courage, strength, endurance and vitality. Dissolves negativity and prevents you from absorbing the negativity of others. Haematite is strong, supporting timidity, boosting self-esteem and survivability, enhancing willpower and reliability, and imparting confidence. It helps to overcome compulsions and addictions, treating overeating, smoking and other forms of overindulgence. Hematite stimulates concentration and focus, enhancing memory and original thought.
Haematite restores, strengthens and regulates the blood supply, aiding blood conditions such as anaemia. It supports the kidneys and regenerates tissue. Stimulates the absorption of iron and formation of red blood cells. Treats leg cramps, anxiety and insomnia. Hematite aids spinal alignment and fractures.
Kyanite - Magic Kyanite
Healing Properties of Kyanite
Kyanite, beautiful Kyanite. I am magnetically drawn to this amazing stone at the moment. It is one of the most magical gemstones around. I love its silvery blue-grey colouring and the iridescence is breathtaking. Kyanite is a gemstone with a quality of radiance unlike any other.Kyanite is a gemstone for Aries, Taurus & Libra.
Kyanite is an excellent stone for meditation and attunement. It will not retain negative vibrations or energy, therefore never requiring clearing. Kyanite aligns all chakras and subtle bodies instantly. It provides balance of yin-yang energy and dispels blockages, moving energy gently through the physical body.
Kyanite has a calming effect on the whole being, bringing tranquility. It encourages psychic abilities and communication on all levels. It drives away anger, frustration, confusion and stress and helps to provide a capacity for linear and logical thought. Kyanite provides a stimulating energy, encouraging perserverance in and support of activities and situations which would normally reduce one's strength. It can help when connecting to your spirit guides. Kyanite induces dream recall and can promote healing dreams.
Kyanite treats the urogenital system, adrenal glands and parathyroid glands. It aids in disorders of the throat, brain and muscular system. It helps to heal infections and lower blood pressure. Kyanite is a natural pain reliever.
Specific colours of Kyanite also have additional attributes:
Blue Kyanite is related to the Throat Chakra. It opens the throat chakra, encouraging communication and self-expression. It cuts through fears and blockages, helping to speak one's truth. It is very useful for public speakers and performers as it strengthens the voice and heals the throat and the larynx.
Black Kyanite is related to the Base Chakra. It grounds the body when aligning the chakras.
Moonstone Gemstone
Healing Properties of Moonstone
Whether it is the hint of spring and new growth or something else - I'm not quite sure - but suddenly the number of enquiries for Moonstone has risen enormously!I love Moonstone, especially Rainbow Moonstone with it's shimmering luminescence and magical qualities. I have even just completed a wedding jewellery set with it - very exciting!
Moonstone is associated with the Third Eye Chakra and the Solar Plexus Chakra. It is the birthstone for June as well as being a Cancer, Libra and Scorpio gemstone. Moonstone is also a 3rd Anniversary gemstone.
A stone for "new beginnings", Moonstone is a stone of inner growth and strength. It soothes emotional instability and stress, and stabilises the emotions, providing calmness. Moonstone enhances intuition, promotes inspiration, success and good fortune in love and business matters.
Moonstone aids the digestive system, assimilates nutrients, eliminates toxins and fluid retention, and alleviates degenerative conditions of skin, hair, eyes, and fleshy organs such as the liver and pancreas. It stimulates the pineal gland and balances hormonal cycles, being excellent for PMS, conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and breast-feeding. Moonstone is also beneficial to men in opening the emotional self.
Moss Agate - Another September Birthstone
Healing Properties of Moss Agate
Sapphire is the best known birthstone for September, but there are many others too. For example, Moss Agate is a September gemstone with a special affinity to those born under the zodiac sign of Virgo
Moss Agate is a stone of new beginnings. It assists midwives by lessening pain and ensuring a good delivery. It refreshes the soul and enables you to see beauty in all you behold. Moss Agate reduces sensitivity to weather and environmental pollutants. It attracts abundance in wealth and improves self-esteem. Moss Agate develops strength and the ability to get along with others. It inspires new ideals after periods of stagnation. Moss Agate promotes self-expression and communication. It balances the emotions, releasing fear and stress. Moss Agate encourages trust and hope. It eliminates depression caused by brain imbalances.
Moss Agate speeds up recovery from illness. It is anti-inflammatory, cleanses the circulatory and elimination systems, and boosts the immune system. Moss Agate prevents hypoglycemia and dehydration, treats infections, colds and flu, and lowers fevers. It treats fungal and skin infections.
Moss Agate is a stone of new beginnings. It assists midwives by lessening pain and ensuring a good delivery. It refreshes the soul and enables you to see beauty in all you behold. Moss Agate reduces sensitivity to weather and environmental pollutants. It attracts abundance in wealth and improves self-esteem. Moss Agate develops strength and the ability to get along with others. It inspires new ideals after periods of stagnation. Moss Agate promotes self-expression and communication. It balances the emotions, releasing fear and stress. Moss Agate encourages trust and hope. It eliminates depression caused by brain imbalances.Moss Agate speeds up recovery from illness. It is anti-inflammatory, cleanses the circulatory and elimination systems, and boosts the immune system. Moss Agate prevents hypoglycemia and dehydration, treats infections, colds and flu, and lowers fevers. It treats fungal and skin infections.
Mother Of Pearl
The Gentle Healing Power of the Sea
Mother Of Pearl is a 1st Anniversary gemstone, which also makes it ideal as a special gift celebrating one year for any occasion.
Its typical colours are cream, beige, white or black. Planetary associations are Moon and Neptune.
A protection stone, Mother of Pearl brings the gentle healing power of the sea. It is a stress relieving stone; relaxing, soothing and calming to the emotions. Mother Of Pearl stimulates our intuition, imagination, sensitivity and adaptability. It helps our emotions become more harmonious and balanced. Calming and soothing to temper or feelings of fear. It enables you to more easily express feelings of love. Mother of Pearl helps with clarity in decision making and is helpful for endurance, organisation and for home life.
Its typical colours are cream, beige, white or black. Planetary associations are Moon and Neptune.
A protection stone, Mother of Pearl brings the gentle healing power of the sea. It is a stress relieving stone; relaxing, soothing and calming to the emotions. Mother Of Pearl stimulates our intuition, imagination, sensitivity and adaptability. It helps our emotions become more harmonious and balanced. Calming and soothing to temper or feelings of fear. It enables you to more easily express feelings of love. Mother of Pearl helps with clarity in decision making and is helpful for endurance, organisation and for home life. Opal - An October Birthstone
Healing Properties of Opal
The most well known birthstone for October is the Opal. Opal is a gemstone that is available in a wonderful array of colours, including: white, pink, black, beige, blue, yellow, brown, orange, red, green and purple. Opal is also a 14th Anniversary Gemstone.
Opal is an emotional stone and reflects the mood of the wearer. It intensifies emotions and releases inhibitions. Encourages both freedom and independence. Opal enhances cosmic consciousness and induces psychic and mystical visions. It stimulates originality and creativity. Helps to release anger and claim self-worth, aiding in accessing and expressing one's true self. Opal strengthens memory. It encourages an interest in the arts. Wearing Opal jewellery brings loyalty, faithfulness and spontaneity.Opal strengthens the will to live and treats infections and fevers. Purifying the blood and kidneys, Opal also regulates insulin. It eases childbirth and alleviates PMS.
Prehnite Gemstone
Healing Properties of Prehnite
Prehnite is a stone that I have been fascinated with for quite some time now. There is something mystifying and magical about it.Typical colours for Prehnite are colourless to grey to yellow, yellow-green or white. It is semitransparent, translucent. Yellow Prehnite is associated with the Sacral Chakra Solar Plexus Chakra, while Green Prehnite is associated with the Heart Chakra. Prehnite is also a Libra birthstone.
Prehnite is considered a stone of unconditional love and the crystal to heal the healer. It enhances precognition and inner knowing. Enables you always to be prepared. Prehnite calms the environment and brings peace and protection. It teaches how to be in harmony with nature and the elemental forces. Helpful for "decluttering" - letting go of possessions you no longer need, aiding those who hoard possessions, or love, because of an inner lack. Prehnite alleviates nightmares, phobias and deep fears, uncovering and healing the dis-ease that creates them. It is a stone for dreaming and remembering. Beneficial for hyperactive children and the causes that underlie the condition.
Prehnite heals the kidneys and bladder, thymus gland, shoulders, chest and lungs. It treats gout and blood disorders. Prehnite repairs the connective tissue in the body and can stabilise malignancy.
Quartz Crystal - The Master Healer
Healing Properties of Quartz
Quartz is found in a huge range of varieties and colours, of which there are many different names which include: Amethyst, Ametrine, Aventurine, Citrine, Jasper, Prasiolite (Green Quartz), Rose Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Smokey Quartz, Tourmalinated Quartz and Tourmaline.
These many varieties of Quartz abound in wonderful healing energies, and are often seen created into beautiful pieces of jewellery. However, Pure Quartz, with its colourless or white form, is the master of all. It is a crown chakra gemstone which is associated with all birthsigns and is often used to enhance other gemstones in jewellery and in healing.
Clear Quartz (also known as Crystal Quartz or Rock Crystal) is known as the "master healer" and will amplify energy and thought, as well as the effect of other crystals. It absorbs, stores, releases and regulates energy. Clear Quartz draws off negative energy of all kinds, neutralising background radiation, including electromagnetic smog or petrochemical emanations. It balances and revitalises the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual planes. Cleanses and enhances the organs and subtle bodies and acts as a deep soul cleanser, connecting the physical dimension with the mind. Clear Quartz enhances psychic abilities. It aids concentration and unlocks memory. Stimulates the immune system and brings the body into balance. Clear Quartz harmonises all the chakras and aligns the subtle bodies.
Quartz is also the 10th Anniversary gemstone.
These many varieties of Quartz abound in wonderful healing energies, and are often seen created into beautiful pieces of jewellery. However, Pure Quartz, with its colourless or white form, is the master of all. It is a crown chakra gemstone which is associated with all birthsigns and is often used to enhance other gemstones in jewellery and in healing.
Clear Quartz (also known as Crystal Quartz or Rock Crystal) is known as the "master healer" and will amplify energy and thought, as well as the effect of other crystals. It absorbs, stores, releases and regulates energy. Clear Quartz draws off negative energy of all kinds, neutralising background radiation, including electromagnetic smog or petrochemical emanations. It balances and revitalises the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual planes. Cleanses and enhances the organs and subtle bodies and acts as a deep soul cleanser, connecting the physical dimension with the mind. Clear Quartz enhances psychic abilities. It aids concentration and unlocks memory. Stimulates the immune system and brings the body into balance. Clear Quartz harmonises all the chakras and aligns the subtle bodies.Quartz is also the 10th Anniversary gemstone.
Rose Quartz - The Universal Stone of Love
Healing Properties of Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz is a rose pink variety of Quartz. It is a 5th Anniversary Gemstone and is related to the Heart Chakra. It is also one of the birthstones associated with Taurus and Libra.Rose Quartz is the stone of universal love. It restores trust and harmony in relationships, encouraging unconditional love. Rose Quartz purifies and opens the heart at all levels to promote love, self-love, friendship, deep inner healing and feelings of peace. Calming and reassuring, it helps to comfort in times of grief. Rose Quartz dispels negativity and protects against environmental pollution, replacing it with loving vibes. It encourages self-forgiveness and acceptance invoking self-trust and self-worth.
Rose Quartz strengthens and balances the physical heart and circulatory system, and releases impurities from body fluids. It hastens recovery, reduces high blood pressure, aids chest and lung problems, heals the kidneys and adrenals, and alleviates vertigo. Rose Quartz has the power to increase fertility and to protect both mother and unborn fetus from miscarriage.
Sapphire - The September Birthstone
Healing Properties of Sapphires
September is upon us and the birthstone for September is Sapphire.
Known as the "wisdom stone", each colour of Sapphire brings its own particular wisdom. It releases mental tension, depression, unwanted thoughts and spiritual confusion. Sapphire restores balance within the body, aligning the physical, mental and spiritual planes, bringing serenity and peace of mind. It stimulates concentration, brings lightness, joy and peace of mind. Sapphire is also known as a "stone of prosperity", attracting gifts of all kinds and fulfilling dreams and desires.
Sapphire treats blood disorders, combatting excessive bleeding and strengthening the walls of the veins. It is used for cellular disorders, regulates the glands and calms overactive body systems.
The following coloured Sapphires bring more properties, in addition to the ones above.
The Blue Sapphire is traditionally associated with purity and love. It assists you to stay on the spiritual path, releasing blockages and providing strength. Blue Sapphire facilitates self-expression, assisting in communication and expressing your truth and beliefs. It opens and heals the thyroid and the throat chakra and has a calming and balancing effect on the nervous system.
Known as the "wisdom stone", each colour of Sapphire brings its own particular wisdom. It releases mental tension, depression, unwanted thoughts and spiritual confusion. Sapphire restores balance within the body, aligning the physical, mental and spiritual planes, bringing serenity and peace of mind. It stimulates concentration, brings lightness, joy and peace of mind. Sapphire is also known as a "stone of prosperity", attracting gifts of all kinds and fulfilling dreams and desires.
Sapphire treats blood disorders, combatting excessive bleeding and strengthening the walls of the veins. It is used for cellular disorders, regulates the glands and calms overactive body systems.
The following coloured Sapphires bring more properties, in addition to the ones above.
The Blue Sapphire is traditionally associated with purity and love. It assists you to stay on the spiritual path, releasing blockages and providing strength. Blue Sapphire facilitates self-expression, assisting in communication and expressing your truth and beliefs. It opens and heals the thyroid and the throat chakra and has a calming and balancing effect on the nervous system.
Yellow Sapphire attracts wealth and brings prosperity to the home. It stimulates the intellect and improves overall focus, enhancing wisdom. Yellow Sapphire assists in bringing fulfillment of ambition. It aids in eliminating impurities from the body and stimulating the lymphatic system. Treats liver and gallbladder problems as well as disorders of the spleen and stomach.
The Black Sapphire provides centreing, protection and grounding. It helps you to achieve confidence in your own intuition.
Pink Sapphire clears emotional blockages bringing peace and unconditional love.
White Sapphire is extremely protective, removing all obstacles and helpfully encouraging the pursuit of one's life purpose. It provides focus and supports morality and justice.
The Indigo Sapphire enhances psychic awareness. It eliminates negative energies from the aura.
Green Sapphire is known as the "stone of fidelity", stimulating the heart chakra and bringing loyalty and integrity. It improves internal and external vision and helps you to remember dreams.
Tiger Eye Gemstone
Healing Properties of Tiger Eye
Tiger Eye, also known as Tigers Eye, is a variety of Chalcedony. It is an 18th Anniversary gemstone and is related to the Sacral Chakra and the Solar Plexus Chakra. It is also a Capricorn birthstone. The typical colours for Tiger Eye are golden-brown; blue; and red.A stone of protection, Tiger Eye may also bring good luck to the wearer. It has the power to focus the mind, promoting mental clarity, assisting us to resolve problems objectively and unclouded by emotions. Particularly useful for healing psychosomatic illnesses, dispelling fear and anxiety. Useful for recognising one's own needs in relation to the needs of others. Balancing yin-yang and energising the emotional body, Tiger Eye stabilises mood swings, imbues us with willpower, purpose, courage and self-confidence, and releases tension.
Tiger Eye treats eyes, throat and reproductive organs, releases toxins, alleviates pain and is helpful in repairing broken bones and strengthening the alignment of the spinal column.
Specific colours of Tiger Eye also have additional attributes In addition to the generic healing properties:
Blue Tiger Eye is associated with the Throat Chakra. Blue Tiger Eye is calming and releases stress. It aids the quick-tempered, overanxious and phobic. It slows the metabolism, cools an overactive sex drive and dissolves sexual frustrations.
Red Tiger Eye is associated with the Base Chakra. A stimulating stone, Red Tiger Eye overcomes lethargy and provides motivation. It speeds up a slow metabolism. Red Tiger Eye increases a low sex drive.
My Favourite Books about Gemstones
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More Books about Gemstones - available at Amazon
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Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised & Expanded Third Edition by Walter Schumann
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The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones From Cut and Color to Shape and Settings by Judith Crowe
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Healing Crystals and Gemstones: From Amethyst to Zircon by Flora Peschek-Bohmer, Gisela Schreiber
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Gemstone Buying Guide, Second Edition: How to Evaluate, Identify, Select & Care for Colored Gems by Renee Newman
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What is your favourite gemstone?
The very first gemstones I was ever attracted to were Labradorite & Moonstone. I love so many others, but often find myself coming back to these ones.
What gemstones are you attracted to? Please share your favourite gemstones and any experiences you have had with them.
Also, let me know what you think of this lens. I appreciate all comments.
Many thanks. :)
CharmsOfLight wrote...
in reply to AndrewGreen Thanks Andrew, for sharing your thoughts. You are right, gemstones are nice to look at. If they make you feel good just looking, then that is healing in itself!
Posted June 26, 2009
AndrewGreen wrote...
When it comes to Healing Gemstones i am a bit of a sceptic. But i must admit they are nice to look at. Nice lens.
Posted June 26, 2009
CharmsOfLight wrote...
in reply to Nara Thanks for the comment. Sorry it's taken so long to acknowledge them. I LOVE your lenses!!
Posted May 07, 2009
Nara wrote...
Caryl, You have a great lens. Good information. I work with crystals and stones. I love see others that work them too. 5 stars from me.
Posted January 18, 2009
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