Showing posts with label black onyx. Show all posts
Showing posts with label black onyx. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Black Onyx






Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Black Onyx

Name: Black Onyx
Also Known as: Onyx, 
Family: Chalcedony, agate
Hardness: 6.5-7
Correspondences:
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  • Elements: Fire, Earth
  • Month: July, December
  • Astrological: Leo, Capricorn, Gemini
  • Planet: Mars, Saturn
  • Number: 6,1,5,9
  • Chakra: Root Chakra, Solar Plexus, Third Eye

Uses:
Health/Wellness: addictions, alcohol abuse, allergies, birthing, childhood, strengthens structural system of bones, ovaries, obesity, healing wounds, eye and ear problems, boosts general endurance, strengthens skin, nails, hair and teeth, promotes vigor, epilepsy, skin ailments, glaucoma, cell damage, blood disorders

Folklore/Magical Uses: Stimulate grounding, concentration, self mastery, self discipline, intuition, increase inner strength, absorbs and transforms negative energy, enhance decision making skills, end unhappy relationships, encourage healthy egotism, fortify self confidence, heighten one’s instincts and intuition, balance female and male polarities, protection against black magic, wards off negativity, enhance productivity, break undesirable habits, alleviate stress and worries, build emotional stability, balance the emotional roller coaster, self control, help one be at ease with surroundings, banish grief, encourage good fortune and happiness, enhance awareness of the higher energies and spirits

Notable: The stone derives its name from the Latin word Onyx meaning fingernail or claw due to its flesh tone color that bears striking resemblance to a fingernail.


The information given here is not meant to replace the advice of your doctor and is intended for general use. It is not meant nor intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any disease/condition.  Please discuss any health problem or concern you may have with your doctor and call 9-1-1 or proceed to the nearest emergency department if you believe you may be experiencing a medical emergency.

Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Birthstones for the Month of July



Birthstones Month of July

The glowing ruby shall adorn,
Those who in July are born;
Then they'll be exempt and free
From love's doubts and anxiety..

~ Tiffany & Co. published this poem and others for each month for the first time in a pamphlet in 1870.




Ruby in Zoisite cabachon, Star Ruby oval cut gemstone, Raw Ruby gemstone and Emerald cut ruby gemstone
Emerald Cut Peridot, Raw Turquoise, Pear cut sapphire, Tumbled carnelian agate, Black onyx cabachon




Sun Signs:  Cancer-Ruby   Leo-Peridot
15th- 20th century- Turquoise, Onyx
U.S. (18th-19th century)- Ruby
U.S. (*modern)- Ruby
Britain (modern)- Ruby, Carnelian
Hindu- Sapphire

*The American, National Association of Jewelers met in Kansas and officially adopted a list which was and; is used as the “modern” version of birthstones with very limited changes.


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