Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Blue Aventurine

Also known as: Adventurine, Aventurine Quartz, or Indian Jade.

Family: Silicates

Habit: Trigonal

Hardness:  Mohs 7

Element(s): Earth, Water

Emerald Correspondences for Crystal Healing

Name: Emerald

Also known as: Marakata (Sanskrit)

Family: Beryl aluminium silicate

Habit: Hexagonal

Hardness: 7.5 to 8 Mohs

Correspondences:

Element(s): Earth

Month(s): May

Astrological: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Taurus

Planet(s): Mercury

Number(s):  2, 4

Chakra(s): Heart

Deities: Goddesses- Venus, Ceres, Isis, Umiña, Ishtar, Astarte, Persephone, Banbha  Gods- Toth, Vishnu, Hermes

Uses:

Health/Wellness:

Thymus gland, pancreas, lymphatic system, heart, lower lungs, circulatory system, eyesight, speech impediments, anxiety, epilepsy, spine injuries and pain, fever, dysentery, bleeding, poison, transitioning through menopause, skin disorders, fever, depression, kidneys, adrenals, liver, paranoia, Parkinson's Disease, blood pressure,, 

Folklore/Magickal Uses

Romance, Abundance, Prosperity, Hope, Healing, Security in love, Creativity, Friendship, Loyalty, Compassion, Fertility, Youth, Luck, Generosity, Activates and heals the heart's deepest desires, Psychic insight, Brings peace and emotional stability, Calming, Soothing, Entrepreneurship, Achieving goals, Unconditional love, Protection from domestic violence, Protects from psychic attack, Heals heartbreak, 

How to Clean:
Clean only with lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft cloth. Avoid sudden temperature changes as these may cause the stone to fracture.

To cleanse and charge your emeralds simply wash in a basin of cool water, pat dry and leave under the light of the full moon.

Notable:
The name Emerald comes from the Greek word "smaragdus", meaning "green." The green coloring of emeralds comes from trace minerals including chromium and vanadium. Excellent quality emeralds are rare and far more valuable than diamonds of the same size. Emerald was said to be the favorite stone of Cleopatra and there are those that believe the Chalice of the Holy Grail was carved from emerald.

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.

Red Garnet Correspondences: Metaphysical and Physical Qualities

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Garnet

Name: Garnet

Also Known as: Cinnamon Stone, Stone of Love, Carbuncle

Family: Nesosilicate

Hardness: 6.5-7.5

Correspondences

Rhodonite Correspondences: Metaphysical and Physical Qualities

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Rhodonite

Name: Rhodonite

Also Known as: Manganese Inosilicate

Family: Pyroxenoid

Hardness: 5.5-6.5

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Correspondences

Green Aventurine Correspondences: Metaphysical and Physical Qualities

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Green Aventurine

Name: Green Aventurine

Also Known as: Aventurine, Indian Agate

Family: Quartz

Hardness: 6.5-7

Correspondences

Get Results:12 Best Ways to Cleanse your Crystals

There are several different methods of cleansing crystals that can be easily used. Personal choice will dictate which you gravitate to, but generally speaking, most people find certain methods work better for them than others and they will use this method or methods on most occasions.

Labradorite Correspondences - Metaphysical and Physical Qualities

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Labradorite

Name: Labradorite

Also Known as: Black Moonstone, Feldspar, Spectrolite

Family: Plagioclase, Tectosilicate

Hardness: 6-6.5

Correspondences

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Rainbow Moonstone

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Rainbow Moonstone

Name: Rainbow Moonstone

Also known as: Labradorite, Plagioclase Feldspar

Family: Labradorite

Hardness: 6-6.5

Correspondences:

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Moss and Tree Agate

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Moss Agate

Name: Moss Agate

Also known as: Mocha Stone, Moosachat, Agate Mousseuse, Birthing Crystal, Gardener’s Stone

Family: Chalcedony, Quartz

Hardness: 6.5-7

Correspondences

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Blue Lace Agate

Name: Blue Lace Agate
Also Known as: Blue Lace, Gem of Ecology, Blue Chalcedony Lace
Family: Quartz
Hardness: 6.5-7
Correspondences

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Red Jasper

Name: Red Jasper

Also Known as: Stone of Fairness and Justice, Jasper, Red Calcedony, The Nurturer's Stone, Imperial Red Jasper

Family: Quartz, Chalcedony

Crystal System: Triagonal

Hardness: 6.5-7

Black Obsidian Crystal Healing Correspondences: Metaphysical and Physical Qualities

Name: Black Obsidian

Also known as: Obsidian, volcanic glass, glass agate, glassy lava

Family: Amorphous Crystal System, silica with many impurities

Habit: compact nodules or layers between other volcanic rocks

Tiger Eye Crystal Healing Correspondences: Metaphysical and Physical Qualities

Name: Tiger's Eye

Also known as: Tigereye, Tiger Eye

Family: Macro-crystalline Quartz, Chalcedony

Hardness: 7

Correspondences

Unakite Correspondences: Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Unakite

Name: Unakite

Also Known as: Jasper, Feldspar
Family: Granite
Mohs Hardness: 6-7
Correspondences

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.

Metaphysical/Physical Qualities: Amethyst

Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Amethyst

Name: Amethyst

Also Known as: Quartz, Prasiolite

Family: Quartz

Hardness: 7

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Metaphysical and Physical Qualities of Rainbow Fluorite

Name: Rainbow Fluorite

Also known as: Crimson Night Stone, Fluoride of Calcium, Androdamant, Fluor Spar

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Family: calcium and fluorine (CaF₂)

Habit: Isometric, Octahedron

Mohs Hardness: 4

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