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.
Botswana Agate
Traditionally used as amulets of healing, various types of agate have been cherished by many civilizations. In different cultures, agate is associated as a birthstone for the months of May, June and September. Agate is connected with the Zodiac signs of Gemini and Capricorn.
All forms of agate are thought to help with:
Physical
- The eyes
- The lymphatic system
- The pancreas and stomach (digestive system)
- Skin disorders
- Strengthening blood vessels
- The uterus
Emotional & Energetic
- Eliminating negative energy
- Grounding and balancing energy
- Protection (especially for children)
- Calming inner tension and grounding the emotions
- Fostering love, courage and self-acceptance
- Assisting in understanding emotions and releasing negativity
Properties specific to Botswana Agate: helping smokers quit, oxygenation of the blood
Care Instructions: Clean agates with warm, soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid harsh cleansers.
Aragonite
Traditionally, aragonite symbolizes truth and understanding. It is found in stalactites, around natural hot springs, and in the mother-of-pearl lining of mollusk shells. Aragonite is thought to help with:
Physical
- Calcium absorption
- Ameliorating pain
- Healing bone
- Relieving night twitches and muscle spasms
- Restoring elasticity to spinal discs
- Strengthening the immune system
- Relieving chills and restoring warmth to extremities
Emotional & Energetic
- Grounding and stabilizing energies
- Healing the earth
- Drawing energy downwards
- Encouraging acceptance, concentration, discipline, patience and reliability
- Fostering truth, understanding and clear perception of reality
- Stress relief
- Relieving oversensitivity
Care Instructions: Aragonite is a fragile stone and should be carefully cleaned in warm water with a mild soap. Avoid steam and ultrasonic cleaners.
Picture Jasper
Jasper has been used for centuries by various cultures for its unique medicinal and spiritual properties. All forms of jasper are thought to help with:
Physical
- Balancing mineral levels
- Assisting the circulatory and digestive systems
- Aiding the sexual organs
- Support during a prolonged illness
Emotional & Energetic
- Absorbing negative energies
- Aligning the chakras
- Balancing yin/yang energies
- Grounding energies
- Protecting from electromagnetic and environmental pollution
- General protection
- Inspiring courage, determination and honesty with oneself
- Enhancing imagination, organization and quick thinking
- Manifestation
Properties specific to Picture Jasper: cleansing the kidneys, strengthening the immune system, freeing repressed emotions, bringing harmony
Care Instructions: Jaspers are porous and stain easily, so clean them quickly when they get dirty. Clean jasper with warm, soapy water and soft cloth or brush. Avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat.
Mahogany Obsidian
Obsidian is formed from swiftly cooling lava and is a form of volcanic glass. It is not a true mineral and does not form crystals. The chemical makeup of obsidian varies. Obsidian is thought to help with:
Physical
- Arthritis and joint problems
- Hardened arteries
- Detoxification
- Shock (used as an elixir)
- Enlarged prostate
- Chills
- Cramps
Emotional and Energetic
- Absorbing negative energy
- Protection from environmental pollution
- Grounding energies
- Assisting highly sensitive people
- Clearing confusion and restrictive beliefs
- Dissolving emotional blockages
- Promoting mental clarity and self-knowledge
Properties specific to Mahogany Obsidian: improving circulation, relieving pain, eliminating energy blockages, restoring correct spin to the sacral and solar plexus chakras, strengthening a weak aura, protection, stimulating growth and a sense of purpose
Care Instructions: Clean obsidian with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not use ultrasonic or steam cleaners.
Black Onyx
Anciently associated with courage and protection, onyx was often carried while traveling. It is thought to be useful when defending oneself from unfair criticism. Black onyx is an alternative birthstone for the month of July.
Onyx is thought to help with:
Physical
- Blood disorders
- Bones, feet and teeth
- Increasing stamina and vigor
Emotional & Energetic
- Balancing yin/yang energies
- Enhancing learning, self-control and making wise decisions
- Increasing self-confidence
- Overcoming worry and fear
Properties specific to black onyx
- Alleviating allergies
- Assisting with childbirth
- Weight control
- Blocking energy drains
- Grounding energy
- Overcoming addictions
- Good fortune, happiness and strength
- Relief from stress and grief
Care Instructions: Clean onyx with warm, soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid household chemicals and extreme heat.
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