Gemstones/Crystals by The Mystic Wave ~ Aquarius

ASTROLOGICAL SIGN

AQUARIUS
~ January 20 - February 18 ~
Ruled by the Planet Uranus

(Amethyst, Aquamarine, Fossils, Jet)

Amethyst
Jewish priests wore this stone to symbolize spiritual power; it was the center stone of their identity breastplate. The Romans used it as a stone of physical power over the will of the people. Egyptians used the amethyst as a healing stone to ease fears and guilt and as a strong protector while travelling. The Greeks named this stone "amethyst" meaning without drunkenness, and both the Greeks and the Romans used it constantly to protect themselves from excesses of overindulgence with food and drink. Goblets were inlaid with amethyst to prevent intoxication. This stone has powerful healing effects upon the mind that one can place it under pillows at bedtime to cure insomnia, to induce pleasant dreams, and for self-healing. For headaches, this stone can be warmed and placed on the forehead or temples to reduce throbbing symptoms. It is a powerful psychic stone to safeguard against angry attackers. Use this stone to aid second sight or to open up the spiritual or psychic center of the mind. If you are seeking greater intuition, keep an amethyst in your collection.

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Aquamarine
Energy is Receptive; Planet is the Moon; Element is Water; Powers: Psychism, Peace, Courage, Purification; Magical/Ritual Lore: The Aquamarine is the stone of the sea-goddesses of past times. This beautiful stone is worn or carried to enhance the utilization of psychic powers. Aquamarine is used much like the Amethyst in soothing and calming emotional problems. It is a stone of peace, joy and happiness, especially in relationships. Aquamarines exchanged by mates help smooth the path of their interactions, and it is a most magically appropriate gift for a bridegroom to give his bride on the day of their nuptials. As a charm, this stone is worn to ensure good health, to halt fear so as to strengthen the courage hiding behind it, and for alertness of the mind.

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Fossils
Folk Name: Sponge, Witch Stone, Ammonite, Snake Stone; Energy is Receptive; Element: Akasha; Powers: Elemental Power, Past-Life Regression, Protection, Longevity; Magical/Ritual Lore: Fossils are the remains - or the negative impressions - of ancient creatures and plants that perished millions of years ago. Because they were once alive, fossils are linked with Akasha, the fifth element. In the mystic language of the psychic mind, fossils represent time, eternity and evolution. They are a tangible example of how nothing in nature - not even a prehistoric sea creation - is wasted. Energy cannot be destroyed, only manifestations of energy. Matter is transmutable. Fossils are used to amplify energy. They are used as protective objects. When fashioned into jewelry and worn, it is used to increase one's natural defenses and increase one's life span.

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Jet
Energy is Receptive; Planet: Saturn; Elements: Earth, Akasha; Deity: Cybele; Associate Herbs: Lavender, Sage: Powers: Protection, Anti-Nightmare, Luck, Divination, Health; Magical/Ritual Lore: Jet is fossilized wood millions of years old. It is a black, glasslike stone. Because it is black, it is associated with the element of Earth, but due to its organic origins, it is also related to Akasha. Ancient Greek worshipers of Cybele, the goddess of growth and plants, wore jet to obtain her favors. Modern-day gardeners also wear jet to make their plants flourish. Jet shares with Amber the property of becoming electrically charged when rubbed. Due to its mysterious nature and electrical properties, Jet has long been considered a magical stone.

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