Amazonite is a mineral silicate of a bluish-green variety of microcline, is a rock, which means that the structure of amazonite is a stone. What properties might he have unusual? Let's try to figure it out.
Amazonian stone is a type of feldspar, characterized by hardness, glassy pearly luster, it is often called "green moonstone", as the latter can be silky to the touch. Color may vary. The most common is green-apple, sometimes the stone is turquoise, sometimes its shade borders on gray-yellow. The color of the stone is often uneven.
The Amazonian stone is popular with the female part of the population due to its color. However, the intrigue is not only for ladies, but also for scientists all over the world, who for more than 200 years have not been able to solve the riddle of the color of such a stone as amazonite. The stone, whose properties made it popular in society, mainly has a gray-blue color, it was previously believed that it was due to an admixture of copper, however,upon careful study, it was found out: the color is caused by completely different elements, such as iron, rubidium, lead. Thus, the color of this stone is referred to as defect-impurity. It should be noted that, despite all efforts, the type and amount of impurities have not yet been established. Despite its "impurity", the stone is popular, as many beautiful things are made from it: from costume jewelry and jewelry inserts to chic carved boxes, vases, countertops.
Amazonite is one big mystery not only in its structure, but also in the origin of its name.
The first version is that the name comes from the Amazon River in South America, however, to confirm the legend, deposits were never found there. And besides, America was discovered much later than this stone was used by people. For example, during excavations in Egypt, ritual amulets and beads, rings and earrings made of amazonite in a silver frame were found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. The Egyptians also used stone to decorate their tombs in elaborate mosaics. As you can see, since ancient times, this stone was considered a noble, revered gem.
According to another version, the name of the stone comes from the name of the legendary Amazons, since the stone was first discovered during excavations of Scythian mounds, where, according to legend, the Amazons lived. According to legend, when going to battle, women liked to decorate themselves with green stones, because it is believed that amazonite is a stone of balance and beauty. Decorated the stones of the belt of the Amazons andgave them courage, strength to win, endowed them with wisdom to make the right decisions.
Amazonite: the magical and healing properties of amazonite
Everyone knows that any stone carries some specific energy. Many fortune-tellers, witches, masters and specialists in esoteric knowledge have long known the amazonite stone and its properties.
First unusual property
Esotericists claim that the magical power of the stone helps to improve relationships in the family. Amazonite strengthens family ties, provides assistance in everyday life, endows women with spiritual wisdom and responsibility. Stone is advised as a talisman to put in the foundation of the house during construction. Here is such a green talisman for "housewives".
Second unusual property
Green color is considered to strengthen the psyche, harmonize, relieve anxiety and uncertainty. Thus, due to its color range, amazonite is a stone whose properties include giving courage, devotion and, not least, good mood. This stone is very useful for mild mental disorders, stress.
Third unusual property
Amazonite stone, whose magical properties are multifaceted, can attract cash flow to its owner. It’s just worth acquiring this talisman, as money will begin to flow into your life, it will be strange and, one might say, magically attracted.
According to ancient belief, Amazonite is a stone,whose properties are almost limitless, it is able to restore youth, improve overall well-being, he alth of the skin, hair, teeth. Such a talisman will help in almost all areas of life.
Amazonite stone. Properties. Treatment
Many ancient peoples believed that amazonite had healing properties, such as:
- calming the central nervous system;
- strengthening the heart;
- improved mood;
- reduce anxiety;
- increases self-confidence;
- treats epilepsy;
- helps with liver dysfunction;
- for arthritis;
- for rheumatism.
Amazonite is a stone, the properties of which, in combination with jade, are enhanced, healing powers increase several times.
Litho-therapists claim that the stone sends certain healing signals throughout the body, bringing healing to the soul and body. Amazonite is useful to a greater extent in the treatment of nerves and heart diseases. Massage with the help of this stone is able to eliminate varicose veins, solve problems with blood vessels, overweight. It is useful to massage the problem area of the body with a piece of stone. The pain goes away, and after a while, perhaps even complete healing.
Creativity
Artistic natures often resort to the help of amazonite, as it is considered a stone of inspiration, activates romantic tendencies in a person's life. The stone attracts creative people to each other, which allows you to acquire useful connections in higher circles. Alsoit is believed that he can connect with the other world, is a kind of conductor between the worlds. The stone is not suitable only for people who do not strive for anything, who do not have clearly defined life goals and have no desire to achieve them, since Amazonite in such individuals further enhances natural laziness and apathy towards life. For able-bodied citizens, it will bring victory, and even mystical revelations.
Astrology
Amazonite is considered a talisman stone for people born under the sign of Taurus (the planet is the Moon). After agate, this is the strongest amulet for them, able to attract fun and money.
This stone will also suit Aquarius, Cancer and some other signs. You can wear such a talisman all the time and almost everyone, it does not require getting used to, it is universal. However, there are limitations, for example, amazonite is contraindicated for Scorpions, as it is the opposite of Taurus.
In the person of Gemini, Libra, Aquarius, the stone finds its true owner, patronizes them in all spheres of life, helps to get out of difficult life situations, attracts the help of the subtle worlds, makes it possible to look into the depths of one's soul, to know oneself, to see all the power hearts. The stone is able to open the face of the present, to show a possible future.
Amazonite in Ayurveda
According to this teaching, the stone is associated with the Vishuddha chakra, namely with the organs of speech, thyroid gland, bronchi. In magical rites, it is used when setting up altars. The energy of the stone is yin.
The use of stone in modern times
Amazonite is often madeinexpensive jewelry: beads, rings, cufflinks, jewelry boxes. The stone goes well with white metals, such as silver. Amazonite products are often sold at exhibitions, one of the most popular today is the exhibition "In the world of stones".
Deposits of the mysterious and magical amazonite are located in Mozambique, Madagascar, USA, Russia, where the stone is mined on the Kola Peninsula and the Urals.
