Mystic Encyclopedia of Definition, Concepts and Beliefs
By
Agate is a rock composed of layers of quartz, sometimes of different colors. The composition of agate varies greatly, but silica is always predominant, usually with alumina and oxide of iron. The properties are supposedly to help harden gums and protect vision. (see Gem Healing) A.G.H.
By
Turquoise has properties that help vision and promotes youth. It is a good amulet for preventing horsemen from having accidents, and from becoming weary. It supposedly moves itself when any danger threatens its possessor. (see Gem Healing) A.G.H.
By
By
Sapphire is thought to make the melancholy cheerful and maintain the power or vigor of the body. The stone helps the eyes, boils, rheumatism, and colic. The high priest of Egypt wore a sapphire upon his shoulder, and Aelian says that it was called truth. The Buddhists still ascribe a sacred magical power to it, and hold that it reconciles man to God. The sapphire is a good amulet against fear, promoting the flow of animal spirits, hindering argue and gout, promoting chastity, and preventing eyes from being affected by smallpox. (see Gem Healing) A.G.H.
By
Ruby is the red variety of the mineral corundum, the second hardest mineral, surpassed only by diamond. Rubies are thought to ward off misfortune and ill health. Its healing powers are associated with the heart chakra: it balances love and all spiritual endeavours; improves self-esteem; strengthens neurological tissues around the heart; and is said to prevent miscarriages. Ruby is known as the stone of love and is capable of reconciling lovers’ quarrels. They are given as a symbol of success, devotion and integrity.
Ruby is the anniversary gemstone for the 15th and 40th year of marriage.
by Kurt Buehler
Source:
By
Pontica is a blue stone with red stars, drops and lines resembling blood. Supposedly it compels the devil to answer questions, and puts him to flight. A.G.H.
Source: 81, 328.