Agate is believed to discern truth, accept circumstances, and is a powerful emotional healer. Legend says that Agate improves memory and concentration, increases stamina and encourages honesty. Agate is said to be particularly beneficial to people born under the sign of Gemini as it helps them to remain calm and focused
It is believed to prevent insomnia and insure pleasant dreams, to enhance personal courage and protect one against danger. Agate provides a calming influence, improves perception, concentration and helps to develop and increase one's analytical talents.
Agate is also listed as a birth/natal or star stone in the following birthstone tables:
Mystical - September
Ayurvedic - May
Zodiac - Gemini
Sun Sign (Star Sign) - Capricorn
Sun Sign (Star Sign) - Aquarius
Sun Sign (Star Sign) - Gemini
Talismanic - Libra
Hebrew - May
Roman - May
Arabic - June
New Age
Alternative Medicine
Healing with Gems
TANZANITE
The healing properties of Tanzanite have not been established. So far, reports of an inner excitement and stimulation for the wearer.
Spinel
Used for appetite moderation
New age healing with alternative methods is not new. The use of Gems and stones for healing led to the experimentation of ingesting minerals for healing effects.
This led to the Pharmacy medications we have today.
Ancient alchemists found that most stones do not release any healing chemicals when ground to a powder and taken internally. The healing effects of these stones is only present in the crystal form of the stone. Modern scientists were too quick to jump to the conclusion that,
( since the mineral did not react with stomach acids to produce any elements which could pass through the blood stream and inact an effect ) , they were worthless as a medicine.
Gemstones do now, as have they always, effect the wearer. Crystals contain a safe form of electrical energy. Up until 1950 most of the telephones of the world as well as a large part of the portable radios were dependant on crystals. The telephone companies used quartz crystals the size of an adult's leg. Most of the large crystals were mined out by the phone company.
As scientists continue to examine the properties of Gem crystals, further advancement is made in laser surgeries using Ruby. It turns out that there is a release of energy from Gemstones after all. The reported healing from these energy emissions should not be discounted. Thousands of years of practical use have established guidelines of stones in healing.
by Evelyn Lorrie Christy
Moonstone:
Produces a reported feeling of soothing calm and peace for the wearer. Also reports of great pain relief. Should be worn touching the skin on the wrist or neck for best results.
Aquamarine
Considered to symbolize happiness and everlasting youth.
Aquamarine Cat's Eye
Hematite
magnetic properties
Used to block pain on contact. Worn touching skin between area of pain and brain
"Gem Quartz", has a long history in "Healing" and folk medicine. Amethyst has been a valued Gem since earliest recorded history. The alternative medicine uses of the stone include sobriety, control of evil thoughts, aid in dealing with animals and protection in battle. Large chunks of the stone were made into drinking mugs to ward off drunkenness when drinking wine... and better stones were carved into pendants and worn to protect the soldiers and hunters. Fair maidens wore the stone in rings to prevent evil thoughts which might lead to unhappiness.
What you will find is that "Your Birth Stone",
is not always
"YOUR GEM".
Choose your gem based on how the gem makes you feel when you see and hold it.
Your gem should elevate your feeling of self worth as well as connect you to your true inner goodness.
Hessonite
Warm glow of Hessonite Garnet brings out feelings of comfort and love.
A lot has been written on the healing effects of Lapis.
Lapis should NEVER be worn touching the skin. It is best worn on pendants over clothing or on jewelry mounted in such a way as to keep the skin of the wearer from making contact.
