SAPPHIRE

SOURCE: Myanmar, Czech Republic, Brazil, Kenya, India, Australia, Sri Lanka

APPEARANCE: Bright, transparent, when polished, often small

PROPERTIES: Sapphire is known as the wisdom stone, each color having its own particular wisdom. It focuses and calms the mind and releases unwanted thoughts and mental tension. Bringing in peace of mind and serenity, Sapphire aligns the physical, mental and spiritual planes and restores balance within the body. This stone releases depression and spiritual confusion and stimulates concentration. It brings prosperity and attracts gifts of all kinds. Placed on the throat, Sapphire releases frustration and facilitates self-expression. HEALING: Sapphire calms overactive body systems and regulates the glands. It heals the eyes, removing impurities and stress. It treats blood disorders and alleviates excessive bleeding, strenghtens veins and improves their elasticity. Wear on the finger or as appropriate, touching the body.

SMOKY QUARTZ

SOURCE: USA, BRITAIN, BRAZIL

APPEARANCE: Translucent, long, pointed crystals, usually darker at the points.

PROPERTIES: Aids elimination and detoxification on all levels. Relieves fear, lifts depression, bringing calmness and positive thought. Useful for radiation-related illness or chemotherapy. Aids acceptance of body and viritlity. Cleans base chakra,, grounds spiritual energy and neutralizes negative energy. Alleviates nightmares, manifests dreams. Wear anywhere, especially on the base chakra.

Sugilite