Ruby Meanings

Life force, courage, passion, strength, enthusiasm, adventurousness, protectiveness

Chakra: Base

Element: Earth

Zodiac Signs: Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius

Birthstone: July, August, December

Wedding Anniversary: 15th,  40th & 52nd year.  60th year – Star Ruby

Number: 3

Ruby Crystal Healing Properties

The Ruby meanings speak of the sensual pleasures of life and teach us to enjoy being in the physical world. Similarly, it is thought to help with recovery from past emotional or physical trauma, supporting healing and promoting vitality. Also, Ruby instils courage and passion. As such, this crystal is a good ally for manifestation and reaching goals. Finally, it is very supportive of the base and sacral chakra and is thought to assist with infertility.

Ruby History and Uses

Ruby is one of the four precious gemstones, along with Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald. It has been revered since ancient times in many cultures as a talisman of protection, passion and prosperity. Ruby represents the irrepressible energy of the sun. It was worn to ward off plague, banish unwanted thoughts, warn of danger, banish bad dreams and resolve disputes. Legend has it that Kublai Khan exchanged one of his cities for a large Ruby. Similarly, Burmese legend states that a Ruby under the skin will make the wearer invincible.

Ruby Geological Description

Ruby is a red variety of corundum, an aluminium oxide with a hardness of 9. The intense red colour comes from Chromium. Rubies have been found in Sri Lanka, Burma, Thailand, India, Brazil and the United States.

Affirmation

I embrace my life with joy and passion.

Blue Topaz Meanings

Enhancement of mind and communication

Chakras: Throat, third eye

Element: Fire

Birthstone: August, November, December

Zodiac Signs: Sagittarius, Virgo

Wedding Anniversary: 4th year – Blue Topaz, 23rd & 50th year – Imperial Topaz

Number: 1

Blue Topaz Crystal Healing Properties

Blue Topaz reflects the energy of the mind and knowledge. Similarly, it gently facilitates the communication of visions and knowledge to others. This crystal is believed to stimulate our ability to learn and to think through complex concepts and ideas. It helps calm the mind for meditation and is soothing to the emotional body. Also, Blue Topaz is believed to support the general health of the neck and throat.

History and Uses

There are different ideas about the origin of the name Topaz. Some believe it is named after the island of Topazios, now called Zabargad, in the Red Sea where Chrysolite was mined. The ancient Greeks named the island, which means “to seek”, possibly because it was difficult to find in the mists. Contrariliy, others believe the name Topaz comes from the ancient Indian Sanskrit word tapas meaning fire, referring to the golden colour of Imperial Topaz.

Topaz comes in a range of colours including colourless (white) to yellow, orange, red-brown, light to dark-blue, pink to red, violet and light-green.

Ancient Egyptians and Romans associated Golden or Imperial Topaz with the sun god because of its colour. Ancient Greeks believed it could increase men’s strength and virility. In ancient Indian tradition it was believed to activate the throat chakra, enhancing self-expression. Nowadays, Topaz can be irradiated and heat treated to enhance the colour of the stone.

Geological Description

Topaz is an aluminium silicate fluoride hydroxide crystal with a hardness of 8. Topaz is found in the USA, Brazil, Africa, Sri Lanka, Russia, Burma, Australia, Japan, Madagascar and Mexico.

Affirmation

I perceive and express my intuitive insights with clarity and precision.

Amethyst Meanings

Protection, purification, Divine connection, release of addictions

Chakra: Third Eye, Crown, Etheric

Element: Wind

Zodiac Signs: Pisces, Virgo, Aquarius, Capricorn, Scorpio, Sagittarius

Birthstone: February

Wedding Anniversary: 6th, 9th, 28th & 33rd year

Number: 3

Amethyst Crystal Healing Properties

Amethyst crystal meanings largely encompass emotional balance and facilitation of  meditation. It opens and clears the third-eye and crown chakras, which accelerates the development of intuition and psychic abilities. Also, Amethyst helps to identify and change root causes behind behaviours and emotional patterns. It encourages us to take responsibility for our reality and promotes inner peace.

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Amethyst History and Uses

Amethyst derives its name from ametusthos, meaning “not intoxicated” and relates to an ancient Greek legend. Dionysus, the god of celebration and revelry, declared he would have revenge on mortals for not drinking his wine. He decided to have the beautiful maiden named Amethyst eaten by his tigers while she was on her way to worship at the temple of Artemis, the virgin huntress. So, she called to Artemis for protection and the goddess turned her into a pure white quartz statue to save her from the tigers. When Dionysus saw how beautiful she was he was filled with remorse for his ruthlessness. He began to weep into his cup of wine which then spilled over the quartz statue turning it a beautiful shade of purple.

Amethyst can range in colour from lilac pink, to purple red to deep purple. In ancient times the Romans inlaid their cups with it, believing it would protect them from drunkenness. Similarly, Catholic bishops wore Amethyst rings to prevent mystical intoxication. Likewise, kissing the ring was thought to keep people focused on spiritual thoughts. It was used for protection from black magic and treachery and to ensure victory in war and in hunting.

Amethyst Geological Description

This crystal is part of the Quartz family with a trigonal crystal system and a hardness of 7. Its purple colour comes from trace amounts of iron and aluminium. We find that the best quality specimens come from Brazil and Uruguay.

Affirmation

I trust in the higher purpose of my journey.