Some of the most special gemstones

Precious and semi-precious gemstones have been"without drunkenness" and amethyst is beleived to
used since recorded history and probably before, forprotect one from poison.
spiritual, emotional and physical healing. AlternativePower Stone It is used as a dream stone and to help
healers all over the world use gemstones today. It isinsomnia. Put an amethyst under your pillow to bring
best to use gemstones for physical healing with aabout pleasant dreams, or rub it across your forehead
professional, but the layman - with caution and practiceto offer relief from a headache.
- can use them. If you are using gemstones onProtection Stone Ancient Egyptians used the amethyst
yourself or helping a friend, it is best to work slowlyguard against guilty and fearful feelings. It has been
and keep a written record of each treatment as toworn as protection from self-deception, as well as a
how long stone was left on the body and exactlyprotection against witchcraft. The amethyst has long
where on the body it was placed. Some stones shouldbeen used to open the spiritual and psychic centers,
not touch the body, but only be used about an inch ormaking it one of the power stones. It is also used as a
two above it. Research and understand each stonemeditation aid when worn as a necklace.
before using it. Click on the photos of the gemstonesWisdom Stone The amethyst is known as the
below to read more about that gemstone.Bishop's Stone and is still worn by Catholic Bishops.
Spiritual and emotional healing should also be done withThe amethyst symbolizes piety, humility, sincerity and
a written record. You may have to experiment withspiritual wisdom.
many gemstones to find the correct stone for yourIt is thought the amethyst is the perfect stone to
purpose.symbolize The Age of Aquarius.
In any type of healing, set stones are better set inHealing properties of Amethyst Amethyst is a
silver. Gemstones used in healings can be tumbled orgemstone often worn by healers, as it has the power
cut. Crystal healing should be done in conjunction withto focus energy. A healer will usually wear several
orthodox medical treatment.pieces of jewelry with amethysts set in silver,
Agate This is THE stone everyone should have forespecially an amethyst necklace. The person to be
protection. This group of stones are variegatedhealed will have an Amethyst to hold while the healing
chalcedony. (see also moss agate, eye agate) Theis being done. The healer will place another piece of
agate is one of the oldest stones in recorded history.Amethyst on the area of the body in need of healing,
Agates attract strength. Agate is a protection fromthe heart or lungs usually.
bad dreams. It also protects from stress and energyAmethyst is used for problems in the blood and in
drains.breathing problems. Amethyst crystal clusters are
Agates have been used in jewelry since Biblicalused to keep the air and life force in the home clean
Babylonian times. They were used to ward off storms.and positive.
They were prized gems in antiquity. The agates withAmethyst clusters, points or several tumbled
banded colors were placed at the head of a sleeperAmethysts placed in a window that receives sun most
to give rich and varied dreams.of the day are very beneficial to use in healing and to
Agates have been thought to be good to harden theheal negativity in the home. Place Amethyst clusters,
gums.points or several tumbled Amethysts in moonlight and
Healing properties of agate Agate is used for stomacheveryone in the home will be feeling calmer. Using an
upsets. Place the agate on the solar plexus. The agateAmethyst as a meditation focus will increase the
can't change emotions, but helps to change our level ofpositive spiritual feelings.
acceptance of the emotion. Such as when you areAmethyst helps overcome fears and cravings. It also
very sad the agate will let you know that this will passhelps relieve headaches.
and help you get on to another and better day. This isAmazonite Gemstone meaning This semi-opaque
why the Agate is considered so powerful as it givesblue-green variety of feldspar is named after the
us the strength to carry on. Carry an agate when youAmazon River.
have to make an important decision.Amazonite balances feminine and masculine energy. It
Sources of agate Probably the most famous placepromotes kindness and practicality. It is an excellent
that agate is mined is Idar-Oberstein in Germanystone for artists and for men.
where it has been collected since 1548. Other locationsPale azure blue amazonite is know as the lucky "Hope
to find agate are Uruguay, Brazil, United States, Mexico,Stone". It will be lucky for all your hopes and dreams.
Madagascar, Italy, Egypt, India, China, Scotland.Amazonite is blue-green to pale green stone in the
Amethyst Gemstone meaning Crystalline quartz infeldspar group. It comes mainly from United States and
shades of purple, lilac or mauve is called amethyst, aAustralia.
stone traditionally worn to guard against drunkenessHealing properties of amazonite Amazonite helps
and to instill a sober mind.balance the emotions and gives physical stamina.
The word amethyst comes from the Greek meaning