amazonite


this semi-opaque blue-green variety of feldspar is named after the amazon river.

colour/appearance:

blue to blue/green often with streaks of white

sources:

brazil, russia

cleansing:

cleanse with running water method. energize on a crystal quartz cluster or in moonlight during full moon

planet(s):

uranus, earth (mercury)

zodiac:

virgo

element(s):

water (earth)

chakra(s):

throat

feng shui use:

north-east (self-cultivation)

south-west (partner/relationsships)

any negative direction (disperse negativity)

physical:

amazonite helps balance the emotions and gives physical stamina

enhances and maintains general health

heart

emotional:

soothes emotional worries and fears

dispels negative and irritating energy

spiritual:

balances, especially male and female energies to clear the spirit

lucky stone, helps make dreams come true

locations and rituals:

balances feminine energies before rituals. the day before a ritual sit for a few minutes with mint or lemon incense burning and hold the amazonite between your hands.