Amazonite

General Information

☆ Alternative Names: Amazon Stone

☆ Color: Shades of green to turquoise, often with white streaks or mottling

☆ Hardness (Mohs Scale): 6–6.5

☆ Common Locations/Origins: Brazil, Russia, Madagascar, United States, India

History & Mythology

★ Folklore: Amazonite was named after the Amazon River, though it is not found there. It was believed to have been used by the ancient Amazonian warrior women to adorn shields and amulets.

★ Cultural Significance: Known as the “Stone of Courage” and the “Stone of Truth,” Amazonite has been revered for centuries for its ability to soothe the spirit, balance energies, and empower communication.

Metaphysical Properties

☆ Chakra Association: Heart Chakra, Throat Chakra

☆ Element: Water, Earth

☆ Planetary Association: Uranus

☆ Zodiac Signs: Virgo, Aquarius

☆ Numerology: 5 (associated with freedom, adaptability, and communication)

☆ Tarot Correspondence: The High Priestess (symbolizing intuition, truth, and balance)

Magickal Correspondences

★ Intention/Uses in Magick: Communication, emotional balance, courage, and harmony

★ Rituals/Spells: Used in rituals for enhancing self-expression, promoting emotional healing, and balancing feminine and masculine energies. Effective in spells for truth, courage, and manifesting harmony in relationships.

★ Magickal Energy: Soothing, empowering, and balancing energy

★ Magickal Pairings: Pairs well with lapis lazuli for communication, rose quartz for love, or moonstone for intuition

★ Associated Deities: Artemis (courage and independence), Thoth (truth and communication), Aphrodite (emotional healing and harmony)

Healing Properties

☆ Physical Healing: Believed to support the nervous system, aid in calcium absorption, and promote overall physical health. Thought to assist with throat, sinus, and respiratory conditions.

☆ Emotional Healing: Encourages emotional balance, self-expression, and the release of fear. Helps one overcome emotional trauma and embrace optimism.

☆ Spiritual Healing: Enhances intuition, promotes spiritual growth, and aligns one with their inner truth. Assists in balancing energies and connecting with higher guidance.

☆ Mental Clarity: Improves focus, communication, and the ability to express thoughts and feelings clearly.

Practical Uses

★ Daily Uses: Carry Amazonite to promote calmness, courage, and clear communication throughout the day. Wear it as jewelry to balance emotions and enhance self-expression.

★ Crystal Grids: Effective in grids for harmony, communication, and emotional healing.

★ Charging/Cleansing Methods: Cleanse with moonlight, sound vibrations, or smoke. Avoid prolonged exposure to water, as Amazonite can be sensitive to moisture.

Symbolism

☆ Keywords: Courage, truth, harmony, communication, emotional balance

☆ Symbolic Associations: Represents the energy of calm, clarity, and empowerment

Divination & Dream Work

★ Uses in Divination: Amazonite is used to uncover hidden truths and promote clarity in decision-making. It helps one align with their authentic self and find solutions to emotional challenges.

★ Dream Work: Encourages dreams that reveal inner truths and provide emotional guidance. Often used to promote peaceful sleep and reduce nightmares.

Corresponding Oils/Incense

☆ Essential Oils: Peppermint, eucalyptus, lavender

☆ Incense: Sage, sandalwood, jasmine

Astrological Significance

★ Sun Sign: Best suited for Virgo (truth and balance) and Aquarius (communication and intuition)

★ Moon Phases: Most effective during the Waxing Crescent Moon for manifesting courage and clarity