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Agate
Agate is a variety of quartz, found all over the world in
many forms. It is a protective stone and used for
calming emotions and healing. It also stimulates
creativity and brings harmony into relationships. In
ancient times, agates were highly valued truth amulets
as well as protection amulets for children.
Blue Lace Agate (element – water) … provides
tranquility. Hold one in your hand to bring a sense of
peace. When meditating, surround one of these stones
with light blue candles. Place a blue lace agate
stone with a rose quartz stone in a bath, creating a
balance of relaxation and peace.
Banded Agate (element – fire) … restores energy to
the body.
Moss Agate (element – earth) Sometimes called the
gardener’s stone as well as a prosperity stone, bringing
success and abundance.
Amazonite
(element – water)
Sometimes called “the hope stone”, as well as being
referred to as “the courage stone”. It encourages self-
esteem and determination. It’s shades of pale to teal
green provide a calming effect and helps to balance
moods. Once considered a sacred stone by the
ancient Egyptians, it is also used to enhance psychic
abilities.
Folklore … Used by the ancient Egyptians in collars, as
well as tablets for sacred writings. It is also believed
that it was originally found in the Amazon River and
used by Amazon warrior women as it inspired courage.
Amber
(element – fire)
Amber is not a stone, but a sticky resin from ancient
evergreen trees. It is often referred to as “Window to
the Past” because of the inclusion of insects and plant
material which has been caught in the resin. When
rubbed, amber becomes electrically charged.
Because it was once thought to possess life, amber is
considered one of the most widely used and highly
prized substances in magic and healing. It is a symbol
of all living things and used to draw power and
energy. Its healing properties are used for respiratory
problems, stimulating the metabolism, as well as
supporting the immune system.
Folklore
Ancient Greeks believed it to be the essence of the
sun as it sets and ancient Chinese believed it to be the
souls of tigers.
Amethyst
(element – water)
From pale lilac to shades of dark purple, amethyst is
one of the best known crystals and widely used for
jewelry, magical purposes and healing. It is a
soothing stone, used for balance and stability. To
help produce a peaceful sleep, place an amethyst
stone under your pillow. Considered a spiritual stone,
it is used during meditation and to increase psychic
awareness. It is also called the “sobriety stone” and is
used to aid in overcoming addictions.
Folklore … There are many legends surrounding
amethyst. The most popular one is in Greek
Mythology.
Dionysus, the god of wine and celebration, was
insulted by a mortal who refused to acknowledge him.
Enraged with anger Dionysus vowed to unleash his fury
upon all mortals who did not partake in his gifts of wine
and drunkenness. He immediately spotted a young
maiden named Amethyst who was pure and unfamiliar
with being intoxicated. The unsuspecting young
virgin, who was on her way to pay homage to the
goddess Diana, was detained by the wrathful god.
Dionysus summoned two fiercely voracious tigers to
devour the youth and sat back with his wine to watch.
Amethyst cried out to Diana. When Diana saw what
was about to transpire she quickly transformed the
young mortal into a glimmering pure white stone
(quartz) to protect her from the vicious wrath of
Dionysus. Moved with pity Dionysus realized the
ruthlessness of his actions and began to weep with
sorrow. As the tears dripped into his goblet Dionysus
collapsed and the tear-tainted wine ran out onto the
stone from the tipped cup. The white stone then
absorbed the color from the wine creating the stone
now called amethyst.
Early Greeks believed that drinking wine from an
amethyst cup would prevent intoxication.
Agate is a variety of quartz, found all over the world in
many forms. It is a protective stone and used for
calming emotions and healing. It also stimulates
creativity and brings harmony into relationships. In
ancient times, agates were highly valued truth amulets
as well as protection amulets for children.
Blue Lace Agate (element – water) … provides
tranquility. Hold one in your hand to bring a sense of
peace. When meditating, surround one of these stones
with light blue candles. Place a blue lace agate
stone with a rose quartz stone in a bath, creating a
balance of relaxation and peace.
Banded Agate (element – fire) … restores energy to
the body.
Moss Agate (element – earth) Sometimes called the
gardener’s stone as well as a prosperity stone, bringing
success and abundance.
Amazonite
(element – water)
Sometimes called “the hope stone”, as well as being
referred to as “the courage stone”. It encourages self-
esteem and determination. It’s shades of pale to teal
green provide a calming effect and helps to balance
moods. Once considered a sacred stone by the
ancient Egyptians, it is also used to enhance psychic
abilities.
Folklore … Used by the ancient Egyptians in collars, as
well as tablets for sacred writings. It is also believed
that it was originally found in the Amazon River and
used by Amazon warrior women as it inspired courage.
Amber
(element – fire)
Amber is not a stone, but a sticky resin from ancient
evergreen trees. It is often referred to as “Window to
the Past” because of the inclusion of insects and plant
material which has been caught in the resin. When
rubbed, amber becomes electrically charged.
Because it was once thought to possess life, amber is
considered one of the most widely used and highly
prized substances in magic and healing. It is a symbol
of all living things and used to draw power and
energy. Its healing properties are used for respiratory
problems, stimulating the metabolism, as well as
supporting the immune system.
Folklore
Ancient Greeks believed it to be the essence of the
sun as it sets and ancient Chinese believed it to be the
souls of tigers.
Amethyst
(element – water)
From pale lilac to shades of dark purple, amethyst is
one of the best known crystals and widely used for
jewelry, magical purposes and healing. It is a
soothing stone, used for balance and stability. To
help produce a peaceful sleep, place an amethyst
stone under your pillow. Considered a spiritual stone,
it is used during meditation and to increase psychic
awareness. It is also called the “sobriety stone” and is
used to aid in overcoming addictions.
Folklore … There are many legends surrounding
amethyst. The most popular one is in Greek
Mythology.
Dionysus, the god of wine and celebration, was
insulted by a mortal who refused to acknowledge him.
Enraged with anger Dionysus vowed to unleash his fury
upon all mortals who did not partake in his gifts of wine
and drunkenness. He immediately spotted a young
maiden named Amethyst who was pure and unfamiliar
with being intoxicated. The unsuspecting young
virgin, who was on her way to pay homage to the
goddess Diana, was detained by the wrathful god.
Dionysus summoned two fiercely voracious tigers to
devour the youth and sat back with his wine to watch.
Amethyst cried out to Diana. When Diana saw what
was about to transpire she quickly transformed the
young mortal into a glimmering pure white stone
(quartz) to protect her from the vicious wrath of
Dionysus. Moved with pity Dionysus realized the
ruthlessness of his actions and began to weep with
sorrow. As the tears dripped into his goblet Dionysus
collapsed and the tear-tainted wine ran out onto the
stone from the tipped cup. The white stone then
absorbed the color from the wine creating the stone
now called amethyst.
Early Greeks believed that drinking wine from an
amethyst cup would prevent intoxication.
Angelite
element - wind
This light blue stone provides a sense of serenity
and tranquility. When you are feeling overwhelmed,
hold this stone in your hand and allow its energy to
calm you. It is a strong balancing stone. This stone
is also used to connect with spirit guides and angels,
as well as an aid in astral travel.
Apache Tear
element - fire
This stone is a form of black obsidian. A grounding
stone, they are helpful in releasing emotions. It aids
in relieving sadness and grief. It is also a powerful
stone for meditation, bringing to the surface that
which has been hidden from conscious mind. It is a
strong aid in increasing psychic powers.
Folklore …One day a party of Apache Indians was
ambushed by an enemy tribe. Although they fought
bravely, the Apaches were greatly outnumbered and
driven to the top of a high bluff. With their arrows
gone and unable to fight, they leapt from the cliffs
to their death to avoid being taken captive. Their
women were grief-stricken and wept over the bodies
of their men. Their sadness was so great that the
Great Father imbedded into black stones the tears of
the Apache women who mourned their dead. These
black obsidian stones, when held to the light, reveal
the translucent tear of the Apache. It is said that
whoever owns an Apache tear drop will never have
to cry again, for the Apache maidens have shed
their tears in place of yours.
Aventurine
element – air
Green Aventurine - Prosperity and success, good
luck. It is also a calming stone for troubled
emotions. In magic it is used for drawing money, as
well as meditating to increase insight.
Azurite
Element - Water
Used for divination. Increases psychic abilities.
Azurite is also considered a healing stone
element - wind
This light blue stone provides a sense of serenity
and tranquility. When you are feeling overwhelmed,
hold this stone in your hand and allow its energy to
calm you. It is a strong balancing stone. This stone
is also used to connect with spirit guides and angels,
as well as an aid in astral travel.
Apache Tear
element - fire
This stone is a form of black obsidian. A grounding
stone, they are helpful in releasing emotions. It aids
in relieving sadness and grief. It is also a powerful
stone for meditation, bringing to the surface that
which has been hidden from conscious mind. It is a
strong aid in increasing psychic powers.
Folklore …One day a party of Apache Indians was
ambushed by an enemy tribe. Although they fought
bravely, the Apaches were greatly outnumbered and
driven to the top of a high bluff. With their arrows
gone and unable to fight, they leapt from the cliffs
to their death to avoid being taken captive. Their
women were grief-stricken and wept over the bodies
of their men. Their sadness was so great that the
Great Father imbedded into black stones the tears of
the Apache women who mourned their dead. These
black obsidian stones, when held to the light, reveal
the translucent tear of the Apache. It is said that
whoever owns an Apache tear drop will never have
to cry again, for the Apache maidens have shed
their tears in place of yours.
Aventurine
element – air
Green Aventurine - Prosperity and success, good
luck. It is also a calming stone for troubled
emotions. In magic it is used for drawing money, as
well as meditating to increase insight.
Azurite
Element - Water
Used for divination. Increases psychic abilities.
Azurite is also considered a healing stone