Crystal Collection: Energy

NOTE: This information is based on traditional, metaphysical usage and is not intended as medical advice. Always seek the advice of your medical provider if you are ill.

Carnelian

The Romans believe carnelian was a stone of courage and that it inspired confidence and strength. It is associated with the Zodiac sign Virgo and is recognized as a secondary birthstone for August. Carnelian is thought to help with:

Physical

• Arthritis
• Healing in bones and ligaments
• Improving absorption of vitamins and minerals
• The kidneys and lower back
• Regulating metabolism
• Neuralgia and rheumatism
• Regulating fluid retention
• Enhancing vitality

Emotional & Energetic

• Cleansing the energies of other stones
• Grounding one into the present reality
• Fostering acceptance, creativity and courage
• Overcoming depression
• Enhancing meditation
• Motivating one for success
• Overcoming the trauma of abuse
• Learning to trust yourself

Care Instructions: Clean carnelian in warm, soapy water with a soft cloth or brush. An ultrasonic cleaner may also be used. Do not steam clean carnelian. Avoid extreme temperature changes and harsh chemicals.

Bloodstone

Bloodstone is a form of chalcedony and is also known as heliotrope. It can be opaque to translucent in color. Bloodstone is associated with the zodiac signs of Aries and Pisces. It is thought to help with:

Physical

• Acute infections
• Detoxification and blood cleansing
• Stimulating the immune system and the lymph system
• Regulating the metabolism

Emotional and Energetic

• Cleansing energy and energizing
• Enhancing intuition
• Strengthening the lower chakras
• Grounding energy
• Encouraging creativity, flexibility, idealism, selflessness and courage
• Stimulating dreaming

Care Instructions: Clean bloodstone with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth.

Opal

Opal has traditionally been valued as a stone of luck and magic. It is a birthstone for October and the gemstone for the 14^th wedding anniversary. Opal is thought to help with:

Physical

• Easing childbirth
• PMS
• Purifying the blood and kidneys
• Supporting the eyes
• Balancing insulin levels
• Alleviating fever and infection

Emotional & Energetic

• Understanding your potential
• Amplifying personal energies and emotions
• Enhancing self-worth
• Expressing one’s true self
• Fostering creativity, lightness, originality, passion and spontaneity
• Strengthening the memory and the will to live

Care Instructions: Clean opal by with mild soap and water and a soft cloth. Avoid submerging opal in soapy water or using harsh chemicals. Do not use ultrasonic or steam cleaners.

Ruby in Zoisite

Ruby in Zoisite combines all the properties of ruby with those of zoisite. It is thought to help specifically with:

Physical

• Recovery after an illness

Emotional & Energetic

• Amplifying the bio-magnetic field
• Stimulating the higher chakras
• Being true to oneself
• Cultivating a lust for life and creating abundance
• Fostering creativity, energy, individuality, motivation, and self-expression

Care Instructions: Clean ruby in zoisite with warm water, mild soap and a soft cloth. Avoid extreme temperatures and soaking in water for extended periods. Do not use ultrasonic or steam cleaners.

Rutilated Quartz

Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals on earth. It is also known as rock crystal and crystal quartz and has many industrial uses. Many ancient cultures ascribed magical powers to quartz. It can be charged with and retain any frequency that is needed.

Quartz is thought to help with:

Physical

• Healing any condition – quartz is considered to be a master healer
• Supporting the immune system
• Soothing burns

Emotional & Energetic

• Amplifying energies
• Enhancing muscle testing (kinesiology)
• Harmonizing all of the chakras
• Unblocking memory and aiding concentration

Properties specific to Rutilated Quartz: chronic conditions; energy depletion and exhaustion; parasites; supporting the thyroid, respiratory tract, and skin and tissues; bronchitis; cleansing and healing the aura; integrating energies; filtering negative energies; protection; vibrational healing; encouraging forgiveness; overcoming anxiety, depression, fear and phobias; soothing dark moods

Care Instructions: Clean quartz with warm or cold water, mild soap and a soft brush or cloth. Avoid household cleaners.