Colorado – AQUAMARINE

Aquamarine is the blue variety of the mineral beryl, making it a distant cousin of the Emerald.   Its name originates from the Latin, meaning 'water of the sea'.

Aquamarine draws its energy from the ocean allowing its holder to unite with the spirits of the sea.  

In ancient times sea travelers would carry it with them to protect them during their journeys.  Like the ocean, the Aquamarine has a calming effect and can diminish fears and phobias and has been thought of as a “Stone of Courage and Protection”.

The Aquamarine is a perfect stone to give your students as it can aid in the absorption of new knowledge and encourages intellectual growth.  It can also expedite the ability to problem-solve and to “think quickly on one’s feet”.   Aquamarine will help to sharpen intuition and promote clear thinking.

This beautiful blue stone encourages one to see other perspectives’ and promotes tolerance.  Aquamarine can help one to change old, sometimes destructive, habits and replace them with more positive behaviors.

Aquamarine aids in the healing of diseases of the throat, jaw & teeth, including the thyroid and pituitary gland.  And works on all sorts of stomach issues.  It can also help with allergies by calming an overactive immune system. 

This calming stone can help you to reduce stress by releasing damaging angers.  In the same way, the Aquamarine minimizes the chance of miscarriage.

The addition of Aquamarine to my necklace will calm my rebellious stomach while protecting me on the high seas.

Colorado designated Aquamarine as its official state mineral in 1971.

Rhode Island - BOWENITE

Bowenite is classified as a variety of Serpentine, ranging in color from pale yellow to deep green.

Bowenite can be used to help a romantic partner make a commitment and to keep them faithful.  It can also protect one from dominating co-workers.  Bowenite is thought to encourage children to be more independent.

Bowenite is a dream stone and assists its wearer to remember their dreams and helps to define their meanings.  It can also prevent sleep problems such as nightmares. 

Bowenite can help one to realize their personal goals and ambitions.

Bowenite can prevent the onset of skin disorders, stabilize hormonal imbalances, strengthen the heart, and assist diabetics manage their blood-sugar levels.  It can also be used to promote the healing of past traumas.  Bowenite can aid in the cure of headaches.

Wearing Bowenite can eliminate the struggles associated with the fear of heights.

The addition of Bowenite to my necklace can help me to realize my goals and avoid the inevitable headaches associated with reaching them.

Rhode Island designated Bowenite as its official state mineral in 1966.

Maryland – PATUXENT RIVER STONE

There seems to be an on-going debate whether the Patuxent River Stone is actually an agate or a quartzite.  And there are some arguments that it is actually dinosaur bone.   For the sake of this blog, I’m going with the agate.  Since the US is rich with multiple varieties of agates, some of which represent other states, it makes sense for our conversation.  And since we have the option of taking liberties when we want, I admit that I can’t certify that the Patuxent River Stone selected for my necklace is in fact a Patuxent River Stone.

The Patuxent River Stone is found only in Maryland and its colors of red, orange and yellow reflect the Maryland State Flag.

The Patuxent River Stone is believed by the ancients to divert storms. It is also thought to leave the wearer invisible.  Wow, how many times do I wish I had been donning an agate? The Patuxent River Stone enhances creativity and increases energy.  It will also help you to release the negativity in your life.

The Patuxent River Stone is thought to be able to quench thirst and ward off fever.  It has been used to cure insomnia, protect against danger, promote strength and general healing, and ensure a healthy life.  Patuxent River Stone can diminish anxiety and build self-confidence.

See former posts for South Dakota (Fairburn agate), Kentucky (Kentucky Agate) and Montana for more about agates.

The addition of the Patuxent River Stone will help me to stop worrying and to put my problems in perspective.  Right…..

Maryland designated Patuxent River Stone as its official state gemstone in 2004.