Description
PRODUCT DETAILS
Stones Amethyst, Snowflake Obsidian, Hematite
Metal Sterling silver
Stone Colour Gray with black shimmers (Snowflake Obsidian), Purple (Amethyst), Gray-Charcoal ( Hematite)
Stone Size ~ 6mm (Obsidian, Amethyst), 4mm x 2mm (Hematite) (l x w)
Bracelet length ~ 20,5cm
STONE DETAILS
Obsidian The word Obsidian originates from Roman Obsius, who is accepted as being the one who first discovered and introduced obsidian from Ethiopia. It is solidified lava, rich in aluminium and silicates, which is natural volcanic glass, formed after past volcanic eruptions, and due to the speed of the solidification, there was no crystallisation. Obsidian measure 5.5- 6 on the Mohs scale, and although it is more prevalent in Volcanic regions, examples are also found in countries such as the USA and Mexico. The most common colour is Black and other variations are also possible, including the sought after rainbow, and snowflake, which is more common in Italy and Iceland.
Amethyst The word Amethyst has its origins in the Greek words “a” and “methw”. Not Intoxicated, as in years gone by, it was believed that Amethyst protected against drunkenness. Amethyst is a form of Quartz also containing manganese, iron and titanium, while the main structure is of Silicone Dioxide, whiles the purple colour, is due to the presence of iron and aluminum. Amethyst is characterized by the trigonal crystal system and the hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. Amethyst is derived mostly from Brazil and Uruguay.
Hematite Hematite comes from the Greek word “aima” which means Blood and it is an Iron Oxide. It is characterized by a hexagonal crystal system and a hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Hematite can be found in various countries, including Brazil, Australia, and New Zealand.
STONE PROPERTIES
Obsidian Obsidian removes negative emotions, and brings to the fore our dormant spiritual powers. It joins the spirit to the body, removing any energy blockages and relieving stress. It is powerful tool in relaxing the Psyche, removing traces of past traumas and allowing quiet meditation to calm emotions. Obsidian is attached to the zodiac signs of Virgo, Capricorn and Scorpio.
Amethyst Amethyst is a spiritual stone which balances emotions, ensuring peace and tranquility, and facilitating reflection and meditation. It helps diminish anger and removal of negative energy and feelings. As well as this, it is believed to assist in ensuring spousal fidelity, love, and tenderness. Amethyst is charged with encouraging peaceful sleep, and is attached to the zodiacs of Pisces, Capricorn and Aries.
Hematite Hematite helps concentration and the absorption of information, and encourages original thought, improving brain function. At the same time it encourages strength of conviction and encourages self confidence, willpower and dependability. It is successful in ensuring protection by preventing the appearance of negative forces. Hematite harmonizes mind, body and spirit. Last but not least, it is strongly felt that this stone plays a leading role in the health and circulation of the blood, and helps in the prevention of muscle cramps. In the zodiac field, it is associated with Aries, Capricorn, Scorpio and Aquarius.
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