This eclectic necklace incorporates ruby quartz and carnelian stones with a turquoise nugget, white pearls, and a stering silver artisan cross on a hammered sterling silver circle.
Ruby Quartz is an important stone for uncovering the root of mental hang-ups, strengthening resolve, easing the pain of loneliness and improving communication. Ruby Quartz is also has the effect of unburdening the mind of guilt, which can lead to a state more conducive of happiness and inspiration. Ruby Quartz can help get the wearer out of ruts where he or she is given over to sloth or wantonness. Ruby Quartz’s needles are said to attract love and to help with mental focus.
Turquoise has been a sacred stone for hundreds of years. Turquoise is a stone of peace, serenity and tranquility. A stone of the heart chakra, turquoise connects the three upper and three lower chakras. Turquoise is a traditional gift stone for friendship and is always more powerful when gifted than when purchased. Turquoise is recommended by crystal healers for detoxification of alcohol or poisons. It makes a perfect talisman for a friend recovering from substance abuse. Turquoise is also a healing amulet for anyone going through chemotherapy or radiation.
Sterling Silver improves speech and brings eloquence. Sterling Silver is also said to attract, enhance and store the energies of other gemstones. Sterling Silver brings fluidity to the body as well as the mind and tongue. Wear Sterling Silver if you have to do any public speaking. It will help your words, but Sterling Silver will also help you make a graceful entrance and exit. Sterling Silver's natural matches are turquoise, adularia (moonstone) and labradorite, which will enhance the fluid, emotional qualities of Silver.
Pearls have been known for their healing properties for centuries, particularly in traditional Asian medical systems. In these cultures, “medicine” deals with more than just physical ailments and cures, and substances like gold, silver and pearl powder are believed to have effects both physically and metaphysically. Pearls are said to give the wearer a sense of calmness and centeredness, and to promote faith, loyalty, truth and purity. They can especially enhance personal integrity.
Carnelian is a stone of individuality and courage. It is a warming stone, and can be used to heal open sores and damaged tissue. Carnelian can aid memory, including recall of past lives. Carnelian is an "all purpose" stones. It can assist other stones and it works and plays well with other stones in general. Use Carnelian for general protection. There's a reason Carnelian is so popular for jewelry, and it's not just because it's beautiful. Wear Carnelian at your throat and you'll be protected in any situation where you have to speak your mind. Carnelian is sometimes called the "actor's stone." This is because it helps to bring the imagination into manifestation. You can also use Carnelian to release old stress or trauma.
