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TURQUOISE Chemical Composition: CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)85(H2O) Crystal
System: Triclinic Hardness: 5 - 6 Habit: Includes crystals rarely large enough to see, usually massive, cryptocrystalline forms as nodules and veinlets Colour: Turquoise, but varies from greenish-blue to sky blue shades KEYWORDS:
GREAT SPIRIT Some say that in the thirteenth century turquoise was named in the mistaken belief that it came from Turkey. That may be true or it may be that the name comes from the Persian word for turquoise, firouze, since Persia has been a major source of this gemstone for thousands of years. In any case, the blue of this gemstone is so vivid and distinct that it has given its name to the colour. Turquoise is one of the oldest known gem materials. The Egyptians were mining turquoise in 3,200 BC in the Sinai. The blue of turquoise was thought to have powerful metaphysical properties by many ancient cultures. Montezuma’s treasure, now displayed in the British Museum, includes a fantastic carved serpent covered by a mosaic of turquoise. In ancient Mexico, turquoise was reserved for the gods; it could not be worn by mere mortals. The Apache believed that turquoise helped warriors and hunters to aim accurately. The Zuni believed that it protected them from demons. In Asia it was considered protection against the evil eye. Tibetans carved turquoise into ritual objects, as well as wearing it in traditional jewellery. Ancient manuscripts from Persia, India, Afghanistan and Arabia report that the health of a person wearing turquoise can be assessed by variations in the colour of the stone. Turquoise was also thought to promote prosperity. Turquoise is a mineral usually found in association with copper deposits, so it is sometimes mined as a by-product of copper mining. Turquoise from Iran is often said to be the best because it is sometimes a clear sky blue with no green modifying colour and no black veins running through it. Turquoise just as fine is produced in Arizona and New Mexico. In general, the bluer the blue, the more highly valued. A clear even texture without mottling or veins is also preferred. However, some people prefer turquoise with veins, sometimes called spiders’-webs, which set off the colour. Sky blue turquoise is considered the birthstone for those born in December. Turquoise is often imitated by ‘fakes’, such as the mineral chrysocolla, and poorer turquoise specimens are often dyed or colour stabilized with coatings of various resins. The colour can change with exposure to skin oils. Turquoise
is a healer for the emotions of the heart. It teaches you to talk from the
heart. It loves the sharing of emotional wisdom, heartfelt communication;
it loves togetherness, and family. It brings people together and gets them
communicating. It is also a good crystal to wear if you have to speak in
public. It calms the nerves and ‘feeds’ the central nervous system.
Thus it is helpful in healing situations of nervous stress or breakdown.
It helps panic attacks and emotional shock. Turquoise subdues fevers and
cools inflammation of the nerves; it is particularly good for the pain of
neuralgia. Turquoise is a good crystal to wear when you have to make decisions, as it encourages self-questioning. It is also a good stone to wear when you wish to overcome self-sabotage; use it to centre yourself. Turquoise
helps you strengthen your voice: a person’s voice is a good indication of
overall health and vitality. It gently purifies the throat chakra; you can
tell if someone’s throat is blocked, they have to keep clearing it every few
minutes. Turquoise teaches true communication, not idle chatter, but
purposeful thought-out communication. It is about personal expression
combined with personal responsibility. Above all, turquoise helps you find your true path in life, your path with heart, so you can walk your talk with truth and dignity. Turquoise is good for ‘channelling’ and communication with spirit guides and Angels. Its beautiful blue colour is very expansive. It contains the essence of shunyata, the vast blue emptiness, stretching in all directions, absolutely clear, pristine and radiant. By this blue sky stretching into infinity we can gain an understanding, a feeling for the expansiveness and freedom which could be ours if we did not allow our horizons to become narrow, clouded and limited, if we did not permit our minds to become fixated and hypnotized by cravings and worries centred on what really are empty passing phenomena. Turquoise is an excellent meditation stone. It has also been worn and carried as a talisman against demons and evil entities. Turquoise can be carried, worn, used in body layouts or made into a gemstone essence or aura spray. It aids focused meditation. Physically it has been used for stomach ulcers, fatigue, weight problems, allergies, diabetes, the digestive system, muscles and muscle cramps, heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, shallow breathing problems, sore throats, neck-ache, thyroid problems, hearing problems, tinnitus, asthma, headaches, nervous complaints, nightmares, dizziness and panic attacks. Affirmation: Great Spirit, teach me to speak from an enlightened heart. |
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