azurite

over time, as it absorbs water, azurite changes into the mineral malachite. thus, the two are found together, creating a brilliant deep blue stone with flashes of green. the dark brilliance of azurite speeds the vibration of energy toward the spiritual realm.

azurite is formed from the oxidation of copper ores.

colour/appearance:

light to dark blue with green marking

sources:

azurite is found in copper mining areas such as australia, chille, the former ussr, africa, china

cleansing:

planet(s):

staurn

venus (jupiter)

zodiac:

sagittarius

element(s):

wind (fire)

chakra(s):

throat, third eye, crown

feng shui use:

center (spiritual growth/guidance)

northeast (wisdom)

negative directions (communication/remove problems)

physical:

liver stimulant

liver detoxification

stimulates brain and nerve activity

encourages growth by stimulating the activity of the thyroid gland

use with copper to increase the power of azurite.

emotional:

stimulates an increase in communication skills, intuition, creativity and inspiration

excellent stone for students who are studying for exams as it helps open the mind and make it more receptive to retaining information.

spiritual:

challenging stone

releases negative emotions

channeling stone

locations and rituals:

hold when doing out of the body traveling, as it will protect and bring you back to your body

place azurite on the third eye chakra during meditation. it will open up your inner sight