When you look at the list of state gemstones you find a gaping hole by the state of Virginia. No gemstone, no rock and no mineral. So I looked for an interesting gemstone that has some presence in the Old Dominion state.
Amazonite, the beautiful blue-green stone named after the Amazon River, cannot be found there. Surprisingly enough, one of the largest deposits can be found in western Virginia.
In case you’re checking, the source of Amazonite's color is not due to the once thought presence of copper but results from small quantities of lead and water in the feldspar.
Known as a stone of courage, Amazonite creates a feeling of power. It inspires a bevy of honorable qualities such as trustworthiness, sincerity, integrity and openness. It can help the wearer to analyze and process information to draw logical conclusions.
Amazonite can help you face a challenging situation, live up to a difficult reality or make a request that might be tough to make. Carry it with you when you need that extra courage for an important public-speaking engagement or presentation.
Amazonite provides balance between one’s feminine and masculine energy. At once promoting kindness and practicality, spirit and logic and helping you to see both sides of a problem or opposing points of view.
This beautiful azure blue stone is known as the lucky "Hope Stone", lucky for all your hopes and dreams.
The wearing of Amazonite can prevent tooth decay and osteoporosis by helping the body with the absorption of calcium. Amazonite is also useful in relieving menstrual cramps and muscle cramps and spasms. Wear it during childbirth to allow for an easier deliver.
The addition of Amazonite to my necklace will create calm by easing the brain and relaxing the nervous system.
Amazonite has never been declared the state gemstone of Virginia and is not likely to be anytime in the near future. But when they finally have a vote, my vote’s for Amazonite.
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