Rocks, Stones, Gemstones--Metaphysical Purposes

[Miss Scarlett]

Originally Posted by claybaby

and.....is MY birthstone! <smiles>

That it is!

[Bit]

Have you done emerald yet, Miss Scarlett? I have a rough piece with a couple shades of green plus black; I suspect it is many small emerald crystals in a matrix.

[Miss Scarlett]

Originally Posted by Bit

Have you done emerald yet, Miss Scarlett? I have a rough piece with a couple shades of green plus black; I suspect it is many small emerald crystals in a matrix.

Not yet...i love Emerald in matrix...i have several myself including one piece from right here in NC.

[Miss Scarlett]

Because Cath asked...

Emerald

Emerald is known as a stone of the heart. As such, it is less often linked to important outstanding personalities as it is related to universal love and mercy. Emerald stone is a gemstone of the Chinese goddess Quan Yin, representing universal love and inner beauty which is not tangible. This is a very powerful crystal, symbol of wisdom, and abundance.

Emerald is known as the "stone of successful love". It promotes partnerships and domestic bliss. When placed in ones environment it can help to assist in calming the emotions. It promotes unity, successful relationships and friendships. Emerald keeps balance in any partnership and if it changes color it is said to signal unfaithfulness.

Emerald is wonderful at opening the Heart Chakra and will also stimulate a slow moving chakra. Since it is a stone of regeneration and regrowth it can help to assist ridding yourself of negativity in your life. It is said to also bring prosperity into ones life but one should not wear it constantly because it can trigger negative emotions.

The Emerald is one of the most feminine representatives of the mineral kingdom: the Shakti, the divine mother, and the goddess. Thus the Emerald is able to teach us what it means to be a powerful woman, how to come into ourselves in all our roles and challenges as women: mother, passionate tantric lover, caring wife, and creative, successful, and fulfilled professional.

Ancient mythology teaches us that the Emerald was associated with the Mercury, who was known to be the messengers of the gods, and of travel. It thus makes perfect sense that the Emerald is commonly referred to as the Travelers Protection Stone.

A lesser known "odd" fact of the Emerald is that when subjected to heat, it will actually sweat or expel water. Ancient writings speak of this extraordinary phenomenon.

Focusing intention and raising consciousness, Emerald brings in positive actions, eliminating negativity and enhancing the ability to enjoy life to the fullest.

Emerald enhances psychic abilities, opens clairvoyance, and stimulates the use of greater mental capacity. It helps bring awareness of the unknown to conscious recognition, imparting reason and wisdom.

Emerald assists in inciting activity and focus in ones actions. It strengthens memory and imparts clarity of thought. It inspires a deep inner knowing, promoting truth and discernment.

Most effective on the Heart Chakra perhaps because Emerald access desires held deep within. Emerald provides inspiration and helps those in need of balance, healing, and infinite patience.

Lifts depression, helps with insomnia, knowingness of the heart and peaceful dreams. Emerald ensures physical, emotional and mental equilibrium, bringing harmony to all areas of ones life.

Do not wear an Emerald constantly. Emerald should only be worn when the wearer feels the need to have it near. They were used to strengthen memory, to aid in eloquence, and to reveal the truth or falsity of a lover's oaths.

[Bit]

Oh my! Thank you very much!

[Miss Scarlett]

Originally Posted by Bit

Oh my! Thank you very much!

You're most welcome. The specimen in my post is from the Crabtree Mine in NC.

[Blue_Daddy-O]

For 20 years now I have daily worn rocks in my socks. Ok, now I have shared a secret not many know about me.

Most have found it peculiar, I find it soothing, except the occasional stone falling down into my shoe and under my foot and then the hoping and walking on one foot begins. I highly recommend it.

[Miss Scarlett]

Today's stone is Pearl.

These Moon and Water ruled "gems" enhance sincerely, truth and loyalty. They bring centering and a calming reflection, as well as attune the wearer to the ebb and flow of life. They are told to give purity, promote faith, charity and integrity, especially personal integrity. Due to its watery and lunar elements, it is quite balancing for the emotions, especially to water signs.

Pearl signifies faith, charity and innocence. It enhances personal integrity and helps to provide a focus to ones attention. Pearl symbolizes purity and is known as a “stone of sincerity”. It brings truth to situations and loyalty to a “cause”. Inhibits boisterous behavior.

Pearls help one connect with the Goddess, the ultimate feminine energy. They are absorbing by nature and because of this they must be used with caution. If feeling excessively negative while wearing a pearl, it will hold that energy until it is worn again.

Being that a pearl is created by layer upon layer of substance produced to counteract irritation...it is very nurturing. If used properly, it can lessen stress and it's resulting maladies, such as hypertension, headaches, and exhaustion.

If using pearls with other gemstones consider diamonds to amplify and purify, or emeralds to bring the negative energy out and disperse it. Cleanse often to allow to recharge.