CARNELIAN This stone is projective and is a red form of chalcedony believed it could promote peace and harmony and to dispel depression, healing, courage and sexual energy. Carnelian was worn to prevent skin diseases and as a general health-inducer. This stone may be worn to stimulate the sexual drive. CAT'S EYE The cat's eye is projective and is used to promote wealth, beauty, healing and again is good for gambling. The Ancient Asian cat's eye was a form of chrysoberyl. It is worn to increase beauty and preserve youthfulness. Those born in August will be drawn to this stone. The Cat's eye can dispel depression and gives pleasure. CHALCEDONY Chalcedony is receptive and promotes peace, protection and is good for nightmares. It is common with other stones in that it banishes fear, depression and sadness. In the 16th century it was prescribed by magicians to dissolve illusions and fantasies. Italian mothers wear beads of chalcedony to increase lactation. CITRINE The citrine is projective and is used also for nightmares and carried for protection. Citrine is a form of quartz and will facilitate psychic awareness. CORAL Coral is receptive and has healing powers. It regulates menstruation, protects and promotes wisdom. Coral is neither a stone nor a plant, but the skeletal remains of a tiny sea creature. coral comes from two Greek words meaning daughter of the sea. Coral is worn to effect inner changes. |
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DIAMOND The projective powers of the diamond touch the spirituality in us all. It is protective and affords us courage and peace. It is the symbol by which many of us promise our devotion to one another. It is the stone of April. See also: and EMERALD The emerald is considered the most expense stone on our planet. It is representative of our planet. It is receptive and promotes the powers of love, money, protection and eyesight. Throughout the world the emerald was worn or utilized in magic for protection. In India it was once believed to halt nocturnal emissions. This stone is for those born the month of May. FLUORITE Fluorite is a projective stone of the New Age. It increases the mental powers. It has no long history of magical uses but is now being discovered. Some people use fluorite to strengthen the effects of other stones. FOSSILS Fossils are the remains -- or the negative impressions -- of ancient creatures and plants that perished millions of years ago. Fossils have been found in neolithic burial sites in Europe. The ritual uses of fossils are ancient. They are the power tools of the Shaman used to amplify energy. As they are timeless they are worn to increase the lifespan. Amber and Jet are two other fossils I have included because of their magical powers. and |
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