Minerals and crystals

Macramé necklace.

Handmade macramé necklace made with waxed thread. The stone used is: Amethyst Quartz

It is said that amethyst crystals possess a spiritual quality and can be used to help people tap into higher levels of consciousness.

They can serve as a bridge between physical and ethereal frequencies, creating an opening for enlightenment.

* the color of the macramé thread may vary from that shown in the photo.

Amethyst Description

Mineral class: oxides, quartz group.

Chemical formula: SiO2 + (Al, Fe, Ca, Mg, Li, Na)

Amethyst belongs to the crystalline quartz family and owes its purple color to the presence of trace amounts of iron. It forms through a hydrothermal process from silicic acid solutions with low iron concentrations that collect in cavities produced by gaseous vapors in volcanic magma or, more rarely, in rock fissures. The characteristic clusters of crystals on a common matrix are called “druse.”

Element

Water: the water element concerns the sphere of emotions and femininity (love, healing, compassion, reconciliation, peace, sleep, dreams, and sensitivity).

Chakra associated with Amethyst

Sixth chakra Ajna (“Brow or Third Eye”) and seventh chakra Sahasrara (“Crown”)

Mythology

The name “amethyst” comes from the ancient Greek amethystos and means “he who does not get drunk.” In fact, it was known even back then for its ability to promote mental clarity and was used at festivals dedicated to Bacchus for its power to keep sober anyone who kept it with them. In the times of the Greeks and Romans, bronze rings with an amethyst were considered antidotes against evil. During the Middle Ages, Amethyst was more valuable than diamonds and was used by the high clergy and nobility, in the rings of cardinals, kings, and dukes, as a symbol of absolute power, since he who knew the spirit could also rule over matter.

Effect on the body

Amethyst regulates the intestinal flora and fluid reabsorption, stimulating metabolism and improving overall physical condition. It alleviates tension and pain, especially those related to headaches, such as cephalalgia and migraines, wounds, and swelling. It is useful in the treatment of nervous system, respiratory, and skin conditions.

Effect on the psyche

Amethyst is a lunar stone (Yin) that awakens within us the feminine aspect of the Universe: higher intuition. It is the gateway to our supreme inner realization, the stone for rediscovering our true Self. It offers us inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, eliminates restlessness, awakens patience, and dispels egocentrism. It dissolves fear and helps us deal with situations more consciously. Ideal for overcoming moments of sadness and episodes of mild depression, especially those related to losses or damages suffered. It allows you to relax under stress. It calms tension and agitated states and is useful for meditation. It provides relief in cases of insomnia, dispels nightmares, and makes dreams clearer. It increases awareness and spiritual sensitivity, and leads us toward higher emotions. It promotes introspection and purifies the subconscious, creates deep faith, and allows us to see divine perfection in all things.

How to use Amethyst

Amethyst can be cleansed under running water. To achieve lasting effects on the spiritual plane, it is recommended to always carry the amethyst with you in close contact with the skin. It can also be placed under the pillow or on the bedside table to promote sleep and shed light on the nature of your dreams. Druse or fragments of amethyst can be placed around the house to positively influence the mood of those who frequent it. As for physical therapy, a crystal can be placed in a glass of water overnight and drunk in the morning on an empty stomach in cases of nervous system or intestinal disorders, or held in direct contact with the affected area.

Macramé necklace.

Handmade macramé necklace made with waxed thread. The stone used is: Yellow Calcite

A property of calcite that is somewhat known to everyone is its ability to amplify vibrations on a mental, spiritual, and emotional level.

It keeps the mind active and allows you to tap into your mental abilities when placed on the crown chakra. It stimulates creative abilities and is therefore excellent for studying the arts and sciences.

It promotes emotional balance, brings calm, and helps overcome fears. It can be used to remove blockages caused by old, stagnant energy within us.

* the color of the macramé thread may vary from that shown in the photo.

Calcite Description

Mineral class: carbonates.

Chemical formula: CaCO3 + Fe, Mn (Co. Pb, Sr).

Calcite is a mineral composed of neutral calcium carbonate. Of sedimentary origin, it can also form from metamorphic rocks, where it deposits in fractures through which magma flows. It is the main constituent of limestone and marble.

When viewed from the front, it has a vitreous luster; from the side, it has a pearly luster and appears in various colors (green, pink, orange, blue, and yellow) due to inclusions of various minerals. Double refraction is typical of the colorless variety.

Chakra Associated with Calcite

Third chakra Manipura (“Navel and Solar Plexus”) for the yellow variety;

Mythology

The name derives from the Latin term calx, meaning “lime”. The variety most sought after by collectors is the colorless and transparent one that doubles images viewed through it. This particular property of calcite, known since ancient times, was associated with the ability to promote astral travel.

Calcite's Effect on the Body

It provides physical vigor. It is suitable for those who want to actively work toward their own healing. For those who want to eliminate a physical issue (weak hair, excess weight, excessive sweating). 

Effect on the Psyche

Excellent for meditation, it should be worn when you need to stay mentally active. 

How to Use Calcite

Calcite can be cleansed under running water. To achieve lasting effects on a spiritual level, it is recommended to always carry the calcite with you, keeping it in close contact with your skin.

Regarding physical therapy, you can place a clear calcite crystal in bathwater with half a kilo of salt to help the body detoxify, or place it on the affected organs for at least fifteen minutes a day.

Those suffering from tendonitis can massage the affected area with green calcite for a few minutes every day.

Macramé necklace and pendant.

Handmade macramé necklace made with waxed thread, the stone used is Sodalite and the inserts are made of brass, so do not worry about water.

Sodalite improves self-acceptance, self-esteem, and self-confidence.

It strengthens thought, logical reasoning, and objectivity, and combines all this with intuition.

The stone absorbs electromagnetic radiation from computers and cell phones, and stimulates deep and acute meditation. It can be used in a group to improve harmony, trust, and solidarity.

Sodalite: description

Mineral class: tectosilicates.

Chemical formula: Na8 [Cl2/AlSiO4)6] + Be, K, Mg

Sodalite is a silicate of chlorine, aluminum, and sodium that forms mainly in low-silica pegmatitic rocks. It is opaque and deep blue-gray in color with white flecks of feldspar.

Element

Water: the water element concerns the sphere of emotions and femininity (love, healing, compassion, reconciliation, intuition).

Chakra

Fifth chakra Vishudha ("Throat") and Sixth chakra Ajna ("Forehead or Third Eye")

Mythology

The name sodalite means "stone of sodium" and it was discovered recently, therefore there is no information about its traditional use. Its classification distinct from that of lapis lazuli is recent, for this reason the virtues of the two stones were confused: sodalite, like lapis lazuli, symbolizes the starry night and the depth of the sea and evokes a divine and magical dimension.

According to a legend told in the area of San Salvador de Bahia in Brazil, a young woman fell in love with a man with a heart of stone who rejected her. Grieved by the rejection, the woman committed suicide. When he found out, he fled crying, realizing he had lost a true love, and from the union between his tears and the blue of the sky, sodalite was born.

Effect on the body

Sodalite is indicated for throat disorders such as laryngitis. It has a calming action and can be useful in cases of insomnia and asthma. It soothes pain and inflammation, lowers high blood pressure, improves the functionality of the lymphatic system, and prevents fluid retention.

Effect on the psyche

Sodalite is a healing stone. It promotes idealism and stimulates the desire for truth and knowledge. It allows you to live your life according to your desires while remaining true to yourself. It strengthens the sense of one's identity and the ability of self-affirmation, helps overcome mental patterns and obsolete behavioral models that constitute an obstacle to personal growth, and to accept living in the present without anxiety.

Sodalite eliminates feelings of guilt and allows you to fully enjoy your emotions in complete freedom and with wisdom. It balances the masculine and feminine polarities, Yin and Yang. Its vibrations lighten the "stagnant water" on the physical plane and thus allow to rebalance those who are hypersensitive and react impulsively after having "retained" and brooded over it inside themselves for a long time.

Sodalite organizes and deepens thought, clarifies and balances one's inner voice, which draws from the chaotic and incomprehensible flow of our unconscious. It accompanies the individual in acquiring a deep vision of reality and opening the mind. It contributes to the creation of ideas through words and allows the individual to express themselves with confidence.

Adult amber necklace, multicolor.

Amber is a fossilized resin derived from the fossilized sap of trees that grew in the Baltic regions more than 50 million years ago.

When in contact with the warmth of the skin, amber secretes succinic acid, a completely natural substance. Scientific research has shown that succinic acid improves the efficiency of the immune system, reduces excessive salivation, and has significant analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Amber also accelerates wound healing, has a calming effect on the nervous system, promotes sleep, and alleviates respiratory conditions and inflammation of the mouth, throat, and ears.

• Designed and made especially for children.
• The length is such that children cannot put the necklace in their mouths and chew on the stones.
• The stones in the necklaces are separated by knots to prevent them from falling off the necklace and getting lost if it breaks.
• The clasp consists of a screw mechanism, laboratory-tested, which guarantees maximum safety even under heavy strain.

This is a natural product, so the color, shape, and dimensions vary and may differ from the image shown.

Length: Approximately 45/46 cm

Material: Amber

Description of Amber

Mineral class: organic stone.

Chemical formula: C10H16O + S

In the scientific community today, amber refers to any fossilized resin, and its varieties are identified by their geographical origin (currently it is collected in Germany, Romania, Sicily, and Myanmar). The most widely used in jewelry today is that from the Baltic countries.

Amber is emitted by conifers in the form of resin, which later undergoes a fossilization process and gradual mineralization over time. Translucent, with a color ranging from yellow to reddish, it may contain insects that were trapped at the time of its formation.

Element

• Fire: the fire element relates to the sphere of energy and masculine strength (courage, willpower, purification, conquest);
• Ether: or Akasha, the fifth element, governs and connects Earth, Air, Fire, and Water together, and is a symbol of life and longevity.

Chakra associated with Amber

Third chakra Manipura ("Navel and Solar Plexus")

Mythology

The etymology of the term is uncertain, as it has no explanation in Arabic, from which it seems to derive due to the prefix. Amber was the first precious stone in history. Jewelry and other objects were made with this resin even in ancient Egypt, where it was also used.For over 7000 years it has been used as a therapeutic stone and as an amulet. In Buddhism it is one of the seven treasures and is associated with wisdom.

Amber jewelry has also been found in Greece, where it was called elektron, from which the modern term "electricity" comes, since it indeed has the property of becoming electrified by friction. Since no amber deposits are known in Greece, it was certainly imported, most likely following the invasion of the Dorians from Northern Europe.In ancient cultures it was considered sacred because it was believed to contain the principle of life and, since it was warm to the touch unlike other stones, it possessed life of its own.

According to a Turkish fable, amber mouthpieces prevent infections when sharing a pipe (hookah). To this day it is used in the industrial production of pipe mouthpieces and glassblowing pipes. In the Middle Ages, the amber trade was controlled by the Knights Templar.

Effect on the body

Amber improves and protects overall health: it is an excellent detoxifier and pain reliever. It alleviates stomach, spleen, and kidney disorders.It helps treat allergies such as those to animals, hay, and pollen, and alleviates problems related to asthma.It works against arthritis, rheumatism, and back pain. It is useful in cases of joint problems, strengthens the mucous membranes, and helps children with teething.

Effect on the psyche

Amber promotes the development of a sunny nature in the individual, making them spontaneous, open, peaceful, and optimistic. It purifies negative energies, calms the nervous system, and instills a sense of warmth.It instills lightheartedness and happiness and increases decision-making ability by strengthening self-confidence and personal motivation. It gives mental flexibility and stimulates creativity. Thanks to the development of these qualities, the individual can more easily achieve success.

How to use Amber

Amber can be charged under running water. To achieve lasting effects on a spiritual level, it is recommended to keep the amber in close contact with the skin for a long time.Regarding physical therapy, you can leave a piece of amber in a glass of water overnight and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach to alleviate rheumatic pain.

Adult amber necklace in lemon color.

Amber is a fossilized resin derived from the fossilized sap of trees that grew in the Baltic regions more than 50 million years ago.

When in contact with the warmth of the skin, amber secretes succinic acid, a completely natural substance. Scientific research has shown that succinic acid improves immune system efficiency, reduces excessive salivation, and has significant analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Amber also accelerates wound healing, has calming effects on the nervous system, promotes sleep, and alleviates respiratory conditions and inflammation of the mouth, throat, and ears.

• Designed and made especially for children.
• The length is such that children cannot put the necklace in their mouths and chew on the stones.
• The stones in the necklaces are separated by knots to prevent them from slipping off the necklace and getting lost if it breaks.
• The clasp consists of a screw mechanism, laboratory-tested, which guarantees maximum safety even under heavy strain.

This is a natural product, so the color, shape, and dimensions vary and may differ from the image shown.

Length: Approximately 45/46 cm

Material: Amber

Description of Amber

Mineral class: organic stone.

Chemical formula: C10H16O + S

In the scientific community today, amber refers to any fossilized resin, and its varieties are identified by their geographical origin (currently collected in Germany, Romania, Sicily, and Myanmar). The most widely used in jewelry today is that from the Baltic countries.

Amber is emitted by conifers in the form of resin, which later undergoes a fossilization process and gradual mineralization over time. Translucent, with a color ranging from yellow to reddish, it may contain insects that were trapped at the time of its formation.

Element

• Fire: the fire element concerns the sphere of energy and masculine strength (courage, willpower, purification, conquest);
• Ether: or Akasha, the fifth element, governs and connects Earth, Air, Fire, and Water together, and is a symbol of life and longevity.

Chakra associated with Amber

Third chakra Manipura ("Navel and Solar Plexus")

Mythology

The etymology of the term is uncertain, as it has no explanation in Arabic, from which it seems to derive due to the prefix. Amber was the first precious stone in history. Jewelry and other objects were made with this resin even in ancient Egypt, where it was also used.For over 7000 years it has been used as a therapeutic stone and as an amulet. In Buddhism it is one of the seven treasures and is associated with wisdom.

Amber jewelry was also found in Greece, where it was called elektron, from which the modern term "electricity" comes, since it indeed has the property of becoming electrified by friction. Since there are no known amber deposits in Greece, it was certainly imported, most likely following the invasion of the Dorians from Northern Europe.In ancient cultures it was considered sacred because it was believed to contain the principle of life and, since it was warm to the touch unlike other stones, possessed life of its own.

According to a Turkish fable, amber mouthpieces prevent infections when sharing a pipe (hookah). To this day it is used in the industrial production of pipe mouthpieces and glassblowing pipes. In the Middle Ages, the amber trade was controlled by the Knights Templar.

Effect on the body

Amber improves and protects overall health: it is an excellent detoxifier and pain reliever. It alleviates stomach, spleen, and kidney disorders.It helps treat allergies such as those to animals, hay, and pollen, and alleviates problems related to asthma.It works against arthritis, rheumatism, and back pain. It is useful in cases of joint problems, strengthens mucous membranes, and helps children with teething.

Effect on the psyche

Amber promotes the development of a sunny nature in the individual, making them spontaneous, open, peaceful, and optimistic. It purifies negative energies, calms the nervous system, and instills a sense of warmth.It instills lightheartedness and happiness and increases decision-making ability by strengthening self-confidence and personal motivation. It provides mental flexibility and stimulates creativity. Thanks to the development of these qualities, the individual can more easily achieve success.

How to use Amber

Amber can be charged under running water. To achieve lasting effects on a spiritual level, it is recommended to wear the amber in close contact with the skin for a long time.Regarding physical therapy, a piece of amber can be left in a glass of water overnight and drunk in the morning on an empty stomach to alleviate rheumatic pain.

Pendant mother-of-pearl pendant with Yin Yang

With a glued-on metal eyelet, nickel-free. This is a natural product, so the color, shape, and size may vary and differ from the image shown.

Tao (道 literally the Way or the Path; pinyin transliteration: dào - in Japanese: dō), often translated as The Principle, is one of the main concepts of Chinese Philosophy. It is the eternal, essential and fundamental force that flows through all matter in the Universe, living or otherwise.

It is usually associated with Taoism, but Confucianism also refers to it. To put it in a word, the Tao "is".

In traditional Chinese Taoist philosophy, the fundamental function of the Tao is to represent the universe. At the beginning of time, the latter was in a state called Wu Chi ( = absence of differentiations/absence of polarity). At a certain point, two polarities of different signs formed, representing the fundamental principles of the universe:

• Yang the positive, masculine principle, represented in white.
• Yin the negative, feminine principle, represented in black.

Dimensions: 3.5 cm

Material: Mother-of-pearl

Delivered with a black cotton cord.

History

Mother-of-pearl is known internationally under the name “Nacre”, a term derived from the Arabic word “naqqarah”, which means shell or casing.

It was Queen Elizabeth I who in the 16th century gave the name “Mother of Pearl” to this shiny material, already known in 3,000 B.C. to embellish jewelry and objects. The name also alludes to the fact that shells are, so to speak, the “mothers” of pearls.

Mother-of-pearl has been used for centuries to make precious jewelry and art objects. In China, they discovered as early as the centuries before the birth of Christ that by placing small figures of saints inside still-living mollusks, it was possible in a short time to find them completely covered in Mother-of-pearl. These sculptures represented deities and, in the hope that they would bring good luck to men, were carried inside religious temples.

The American anthropologist Carlos Castaneda told that the Yaqui Indians of Mexico used to wear Mother-of-pearl necklaces called “hopo’orosim”, which were supposed to protect from evil.

In the 20s, the Sumerian tombs were opened in Babylon and among the finds emerged a rich treasure of gold, silver, precious stones, as well as numerous wooden ornaments and musical instruments covered in mother-of-pearl.

During the reign of Elizabeth I, the demand for Mother-of-pearl grew incredibly and was used for the production of all types of jewelry. Even today Mother-of-pearl is very loved, especially moreover in the watchmaking industry, as well as for artistic objects, buttons and inlaid decorations.

Chemical Composition

Mother-of-pearl is composed of calcium carbonate. The innermost and iridescent layer of mollusks, oysters or mussels, is called Mother-of-pearl. The colors of Mother-of-pearl differ depending on the species and geographical origin.

Varieties

There are several varieties of Mother-of-pearl. Very widespread is the Mother-of-pearl of the pearl shell, which can reach almost 5 kg in weight. The base color is normally white, except for Tahitian Mother-of-pearl which is darker. Very particular is the Mother-of-pearl of the New Zealand Paua shells. Due to their splendor of colors, their intense brilliance in blue and green tones and their similarity to Black Opal, they are often called Sea Opal.

Pendant Black Tourmaline pendant

Tourmaline helps purify and ground you to the Earth and protects against negative energies and radiation.

Dimensions: 1.5 - 2 cm

Material: Black tourmaline, semi-precious stone

Delivered with a black cotton cord.

Benefits for the body

Black tourmaline works very well at a physical level, as its vibrations are in line with those of the first chakra. You can work on the back, the spine, but also the ankles. Useful in case of tired muscles.

It strengthens the immune system and acts positively on intestinal problems, such as constipation, of course, but also irritable bowel syndrome. It is particularly useful for the brain because it balances the hemispheres, the right and the left.

To summarize, it is useful for: back pain, spine problems, muscle fatigue, immune system, intestinal problems, hemisphere balancing.

Benefits for the mind

Use black tourmaline if you suffer from panic attacks and are working a lot on yourself. It helps control every kind of fear; in this case, my suggestion is to wear it and keep it close to your body.

As I mentioned before, black tourmaline is excellent for protecting you from electromagnetic radiation from the PC. To obtain this beneficial effect, keep it on your desk next to you. In this way, you enjoy a double benefit: besides acting as a shield, it keeps your mind always active and helps you concentrate.

Wear black tourmaline if you want to learn to manage anger, free yourself from negative thoughts, but also from substance abuse. For anxious characters, it is ideal because it frees you from all those chronic worries that prevent you from living life freely and carefree.

These mental poisons are instead replaced by a much clearer and more neutral thought, capable of seeing things for what they are and tackling one problem at a time.

To summarize, it is useful for: panic attacks, protecting yourself from electromagnetic waves, activating the mind, anger management, substance abuse control, warding off worries, bringing clear thinking.

Benefits for the spirit

It is used by shamans to obtain protection during rituals performed to search for the spiritual causes of a problem. You can use it today in protection and purification rituals. Wear it if you realize that many of the people close to you, from whom unfortunately you cannot distance yourself (for example, neighbors), suck away a lot of your energy. It is a good way to shield yourself from them.

Thanks to black tourmaline, you can bring clarity to your lives and promote your light, keep yourself spiritually open and alive, open to the universe and its changes. You can use it to remove blocks to the aura, for example, but also to draw out negative energies.

To summarize, it is useful for: protection stone, purifies the environment, energy shield, ignites enthusiasm, promotes inner light, removes aura blocks.

Benefits on the first chakra

Place it on the first chakra when you feel down, almost lethargic. You no longer feel enthusiasm for anything and no longer perceive any stimulus. It means that Muladhara is blocked. You can use it with great results both in crystal therapy sessions, by wearing it in contact, or by using it during grounding.

Black Tourmaline Pendant

Tourmaline helps purify and ground you to the Earth, and protects against negative energies and radiation.

Dimensions: 3 cm

Material: Black Tourmaline - 995 Silver, semi-precious stone

Delivered with a black cotton cord.

Physical benefits

Black tourmaline works very well at a physical level, as its vibrations are in line with those of the first chakra. You can work on the back, the spine, but also the ankles. Useful in case of tired muscles.

It strengthens the immune system and has a positive effect on intestinal problems, such as constipation, of course, but also irritable bowel syndrome. It is particularly useful for the brain because it balances the hemispheres, the right and the left.

To summarize, it is useful for: back pain, spine problems, muscle fatigue, immune system, intestinal problems, hemisphere balancing.

Mental benefits

Use black tourmaline if you suffer from panic attacks and are working a lot on yourself. It helps control all kinds of fear; in this case, my suggestion is to wear it and keep it close to your body.

As I mentioned before, black tourmaline is excellent for protecting you from electromagnetic radiation from the PC. To obtain this beneficial effect, keep it on your desk next to you. In this way, you enjoy a double benefit: besides acting as a shield, it keeps your mind always active and helps you concentrate.

Wear black tourmaline if you want to learn to manage anger, free yourself from negative thoughts, but also from substance abuse. For anxious characters, it is ideal because it frees you from all those chronic worries that prevent you from living life freely and carefree.

These mental poisons are instead replaced by a much clearer and more neutral thought, capable of seeing things for what they are and tackling one problem at a time.

To summarize, it is useful for: panic attacks, protecting yourself from electromagnetic waves, activating the mind, anger management, controlling substance abuse, warding off worries, bringing clear thinking.

Spiritual benefits

It is used by shamans to obtain protection during rituals performed to search for the spiritual causes of a problem. You can use it today in protection and purification rituals. Wear it if you realize that many of the people close to you, from whom unfortunately you cannot distance yourself (for example, neighbors), suck away a lot of your energy. It is a good way to shield yourself from them.

Thanks to black tourmaline, you can bring clarity to your lives and promote your light, keep yourself spiritually open and alive, open to the universe and its changes. You can use it to remove blocks to the aura, for example, but also to draw out negative energies.

To summarize, it is useful for: protection stone, purifies the environment, energy shield, ignites enthusiasm, promotes inner light, removes aura blocks.

Benefits on the first chakra

Place it on the first chakra when you feel down, almost lethargic. You no longer feel enthusiasm for anything and no longer perceive any stimulus. This means that Muladhara is blocked. You can use it with great results both in crystal therapy sessions, both by wearing it in contact or using it during grounding.