Gemstone Focus: A Guide to Gemstone Properties
Updated: Feb 27, 2021

This Guide to Gemstone properties is a work in progress and will be updated from time to time. If you have wisdom you'd like to share about your favorite gemstone, feel free to contact me.

Amethyst
Healing Properties: Protective * Eases Tensions * Inner Peace * Healing * Positive Transformation * Meditation * Balance * Reduces Headaches * Dream Recall * Relaxation * Spiritual Awareness
Chakra : Third Eye, Crown
Birthstone : February
Zodiac : Virgo, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces
Element : Air, Water
Planet : Jupiter
Anniversary: 6th
A protective stone, Amethyst brings feelings of inner peace, allowing us to heal the body, mind & spirit. It is used to help relieve insomnia, as well as to aid in remembering & understanding our dreams. It can help you connect with your higher self & even encourage lucid dreaming.

Aquamarine
Cleansing * Peace & Tranquility * Inner Power * Courage & Strength * Prophecy * Meditation * Inspiration *
Chakra : Throat, Heart
Birthstone : March
Zodiac : Aries, Gemini, Pisces
Element : Water
Planet : Moon
Anniversary: 19th
Aquamarine is the stone of courage and strength. It helps us to connect to our inner power and speak the truth. It's water energy works to sooth the mind, reducing stress, clearing confusion, and helpful in meditation. A highly protective stone for pregnancies, Aquamarine helps to guard the mother and child; discourages miscarriages. It can also be carried by those traveling by water for luck and safety.

Citrine
Healing Properties: Energizes all levels of Life * Encourages Creativity & Self Expression * Confidence * Happiness * Emotional Balance * Properity *
Chakra : Sacral, Solar Plexus, Crown
Birthstone : November
Zodiac : Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra
Element : Air
Planet : Jupiter
Anniversary: 13th
Citrine brings joy, boosts self-esteem & balances emotions. A recharging & protective stone, it can help to release negativity in oneself, driving out depression & fears. Energizes all levels of life & attracts prosperity & happiness.

Black Onyx
Healing Properties : Strength * Promotes Wise decision making * Self-Confidence * Emotional support in times of stress * Prevents energy drain * Transforms negative energies * Balance * Self-Control
Chakra : Base Chakra
Birthstone : Leo
Zodiac : Gemini, Leo
Element : Earth
Planet : Saturn

Garnet
Healing Properties: Passion * Sensuality * Love & Intimacy * Self-confidence * Cleanses & Revitalizes * Positive Thinking * Success * Inspires * Opens the Heart * Brings Hope * Courage
Chakra : Base & Heart Chakra
Birthstone : January
Zodiac : Aries, Leo, Virgo
Element : Fire
Planet : Mars

Kyanite
Healing Properties: Loyalty * Balancing * Use in Meditation * Expels Anger & Frustrations * Calming * Reduces Stress * Eases Confusion *
Chakra : All; Blue/Throat, Black/Base, Green/Heart
Birthstone :
Zodiac : Aries, Taurus, Libra
Element : Air
Planet :
Kyanite is an excellent stone to use for balance & tranquility in your bedtime ritual, bringing a calming effect on ones being. Encourages dream recall & can help you find healing within your dream state. Does not hold onto negative energies & drives away feelings of anger, frustration, and stress.
Blue Kyanite is best used for self expression. It cuts through ones fears and allows us to speak the truth. Stimulating the throat chakra it helps in communication. Wear near your throat to help find your voice.
Black Kyanite helps our body feel grounded and secure.
Green Kyanite stimulates the heart.

Labradorite
Healing Properties: Transformative * Strengthens Willpower * Caming & Relaxing * Promotes Psychic Abilities * Stimulates Imagination * New Ideas * Calms the Mind * Reduces Stress & Anxieties * Promotes Truth * Banishes Fear *
Chakra : Throat, Third Eye, Crown
Birthstone :
Zodiac : Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius
Element : Water
Planet : Uranus
Use Labradorite to relieve stress & anxiety. It calms the overactive mind helping us balance our brain activity while we rest. A spiritually grounding stone, it can help you recall your dreams and uncover the messages in our dreams of things that could be holding us back

Lapis Lazuli
Healing Properties : Stress relief * Brings inner peace * Bonds relationships * Friendship * Promotes Honesty * Compassion * Aids in Confrontation * Boosts Confidence * Self-Expression * Harmony * Awareness * Deep inner Self-knowledge * Manifestation * Intuition * Positive Magick *
Chakra : Throat Chakra & Third Eye
Birthstone : September
Zodiac : Sagittarius, Virgo, Libra, Taurus
Element : Water
Planet :

Moonstone
Healing Properties: A stone for new beginnings * Inner Growth & Strength * Nurturing & Soothing * Calmness * Inspiration * To aid in Childbirth * Love *
Chakra : Third Eye, Sacral, & Crown Chakras
Birthstone : June
Sign : Cancer, Libra, Scorpio
Element : Water
Planet : Moon
Use nurturing Moonstone to relax you into a peaceful sleep, guarding against insomnia & nightmares. Moonstone taps into the energy of the Moon and can act as a psychic protector.

Peridot
Healing Properties: Comfort * Relaxation * Intuition * Removes Resentment * Opens the heart * Renewal * Rebirth * Motivates Growth & Change *
Chakra : Solar Plexus, Heart
Birthstone : August
Zodiac : Gemini, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius
Element : Earth
Planet : Mercury
Anniversary: 16th
A powerful cleanser, Peridot helps to reduce stress, frustrations & guilt. It sharpens the mind bringing awareness, allowing us to find healing & growth. It can open your heart to new relationships & spark joy.

Pyrite
Healing Properties : Abundance * Positive Energies * Brings Luck * Shields from Negativity * Strengthens Confidence * Enhances the Memory * Aids Willpower * Protective * Wealth & prosperity
Chakra : 3rd/Solar Plexus
Birthstone : July/Aug
Sign : Leo
Element : Earth/Fire
Planet : Mars/Sun

Rose Quartz
Healing Properties: Universal Love Stone * Brings feelings of Peace * Self Love * Self Worth * Restores Trust * Opens the Heart * Calming * Reassuring * Compassion
Chakra : Heart
Zodiac : Taurus, Libra
Element : Earth, Water
Planet : Venus
A soothing stone used for relaxation, comfort & healing. Rose Quartz is a universal love stone, bringing self-love, self-worth & unconditional love. It's calming affect can help you sleep deeply & bring inner feelings of peace.

Tanzanite
Healing Properties: Stone of Transformation * Harmony * Moderation * Brings a Sense of Direction * Helps to Manifest our inner Power * Healing
Chakra : Throat, Third Eye, Crown
Birthstone : December
Zodiac : Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius
Anniversary: 24th
A stone of transformation & moderation, Tanzanite invites you to slow down, finding composure & inspiration. As it enhances our healing & facilitates communication, Tanzanite can help you move forward with optimism & harmony.

Tourmaline/Tourmalinated Quartz
Healing Properties : Grounding * Combined power of Quartz & Tourmaline * Symbol of Unity * Problem-solver stone * Absorbs negative energy & cleanses * Balance *
Zodiac : Libra, Capricorn, Scorpio
Birthstone : Libra birthstone
Planet :Pluto
Element : Earth
Chakra : Third Eye
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Turquoise
Healing Properties : Wisdom * Balance * Calming Stone * Aids Tranquility * Good Health * Banishes Negative Thoughts * Promotes Positive Thinking * Friendship *
Chakra : Throat, Heart, 5th Chakra
Birthstone : December
Zodiac : Sagittarius, Scorpio, Aquarius, Pisces
Element : Earth
Planet : Venus, Neptune
Anniversary: 11th year
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Quartz Crystal
Healing Properties : Master Healer * Concentration * Dispels Negativity * Amplification * Cleansing * Enhancement of Psychic Abilities *
Zodiac : All signs
Birthstone : All months
Planet : Sun & Moon
Element : All Elements
Chakra : Crown Chakra; enhances all
Anniversary : 3rd Year
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