Emerald

Emerald has been traditionally valued in all astrological houses and cultures throughout all ages. It is said to engender balance and harmony. As a powerful stone, the emerald is said to rectify all problems having to do with loss of harmony, Parkinson’s, sclerosis, epilepsy as well as all kinds of vertigo.

Legendary Significance

Mythology has it that emerald had been related with the god Mercury, who is associated with travel and heraldry. Therefore, emerald is said to be the stone for travelers. The Red Sea emerald had been the foundation stones of the Egyptian Pharaohs. It is said that Cleopatra tended to attain eternal youth with the reflection of the stone on her skin. Europeans found this stone in the New World, as the Spanish conquistadors stole the famous emeralds from the Incas.

Properties for Healing

According to Pliny I, observing the emerald can be used to amend weak eyesight, thanks to the stone’s mild green hue. Even today, emerald fragments are placed in the corner of the eyes to dispel visual inconsistencies. The stone is also effective against farsightedness, perception, fortune and mental clarity.

Charisma of Emerald

Green emerald enhances development and hope, maturity etc. For the Greeks, emerald heralded divine intuition.

Connotation of Chakra

The heart chakra is the place where the energy of the stone is at its most effective.

Suitable Star Signs

This is the stone for Cancer.

Uses and Application

After applying the emerald, the stone is recommended to be cleansed under running water. You may even recharge the stone under the sun. It is most effective when used along with ruby and rock crystal.

Quick Facts

Found: India, Ural Mountains, Pakistan, Brazil, Australia, Rhodesia, Columbia

Colors: Different shades of green

Chemical Composition: Al2Be3 (Si6O18) + K, Na, Li + (Cr)

Density: 7-8

Availability: Fragments, gemstone essences for placing on the body or wearing as necklaces, precious jewel

Crystallization: As a member of the beryl family, coral forms hexagonal crystalline substances, chromium traces are attributed to the green color