Crystal Age – Page 7 – Blog on Crystal Healing, Jewellery & Gemstones

Chakras, Crystals, and You

The chakras, according to Hindu tradition, are located in seven areas of the human body. Energy flows through these areas and if the energy is blocked, illness may result. CrystalAge offers a wide range of crystal jewellery which will keep that energy flow properly attuned.

The Seven Chakras

First Chakra – Root – for stability and grounding.

Second Chakra – Sacral – for creativity, sexuality, and emotion.

Third Chakra – Solar Plexus – the centre of intellect and ambition.

Fourth Chakra – Heart – love, compassion, and emotional balance.

Fifth Chakra – Throat – expression and honesty.

Sixth Chakra – Forehead – spiritual awareness and psychic power

Seventh Chakra – Top of Head – represents our ability to be fully connected spiritually

Ten Stone Chakra Set

To keep your own chakras perfectly in balance, make use of this marvellous set of chakra stones, prepared in such a way that you will be able to cleanse, energize, and align your energy centres at any time. The chakra set comes with ten polished stones, each perfect for certain chakras, that feel good against the skin and will give you that boost you need.

If you want to learn more about chakras, you will enjoy Janelle Scialla’s guidebook, Chakras, Crystals, and Healing. This is an excellent guide to chakras and their crystals, and will teach you the basics of meditation. The Chakra Bible by Patricia Mercier is also essential reading. Learn all about the origins of chakras in the Indian tradition, and find out about auras and chakra balancing.

Epidote – The Superhero of Stones

Epidote may very well be the superhero of the crystal world. It is a calcium aluminium iron sorosilicate mineral that is found in all parts of the world, and has powerful metaphysical properties. Dark green in colour – darker than moldavite – it and can be found in rough clusters of prehnite.

When holding or meditating with epidote, you will be able to use your intention to amplify any aspect of yourself that you may feel needs enhancement – whilst releasing negativity. Moldavite and epidote are good combinations for meditation.

Epidote’s Many Powers

Epidote loves to augment and reorganize your energies so that you think with more clarity and approach life with greater positivity. You will find your health, focus, perception, and even physical strength optimized to its fullest potential. For those working in stressful environments such as city offices where there is a lot of electromagnetic pollution, the stone is perfect for attuning with nature, keeping you grounded.

If used as a wand its powers may be used directionally to aid in clear thinking and even in treating dyslexia. It increases what you have already, whether positive or negative. The stone functions like a magnet and amplifies your natural attractions and is good for prosperity and abundance.

If you choose only one product from Crystal Age, consider epidote. Having this little gem of a stone by your side will always keep your energies on the straight and narrow.

Learn More about Amber Crystals

Associated with pain relief, good luck, good health and powerful healing energy, Amber crystals will make a wonderful gift for anyone who loves stones and crystals. Amber is a type of fossilised conifer tree resin and is approximately around 50 million years old. Read on to find out more information on Amber uses and the general history of this beautiful and warm stone. We also have a gorgeous selection of Amber crystal jewellery and stones here at CrystalAge.com which will bring positive energy and optimism into your home.

Amber Healing Crystal

This wonderful Amber healing crystal from Russia has a gorgeous orange-yellow glow to it that will not only look beautiful in your home but will encourage strength, self-confidence and creativity.

This crystal also bestows luck, optimism and absorbs any negative energy and pain from a person or home.

It is also said to filter organs such as kidneys and liver. This striking crystal comes with a handy reference card, describing all the key mineral healing attributes and properties.

So if you know of someone special who enjoys collecting stones, this Amber healing stone is ideal. You will get all the information needed to understand and how to use this crystal.

Interesting Facts about Amber

Helps joint problems and enhances wound healing.
Amber is the birthstone of Aquarius, Leo and Taurus.
It aligns primarily with the Sacral Chakra as well as the Crown, bringing in pure golden light throughout the body.
Many artefacts made of Amber had insects within them or parts of trees
Amber was discovered in Egyptian tombs including Tutankhamen.

Easy Ways to Reenergize Crystals

Crystals are known for their energizing and healing properties, but sometimes, just as when a person is overworked or overstressed, there needs to be a release. Crystals absorb energy-both positive and negative—from all around. If passed from person to person, the crystal will absorb the specific energies from that person and hold them within its structure.

And so, for a healing crystal such as amethyst that has been passed around from person to person or exposed to negative energies, those healing properties will falter. A crystal functions best with its own innate energy intact. This is why it is always important to clean and then re-energize your crystals. This should not be seen as a difficult task; in fact it can be extremely simple.

Healing Crystals

Cleansing can be as easy as holding your crystal under a tap of running water. Leaving it in the sunlight is also effective, though certain stones like amethyst will fade, so keep that in mind. Many people prefer cleansing crystals in moonlight as a safer and equally effective alternative.

Possibly the simplest solution is to leave your crystals and jewellery on a cluster crystal, such as quartz which will dissipate energies away in different directions. So, for best results, consider placing your collection on a large quartz cluster overnight, or on a selenite gypsum crystal.

Even sound can be used as a cleansing agent. The use of chimes can clear the energy away with ease. If you are a channeller or Reiki worker, using these methods to direct energy at crystals will help to clean and awaken them. Cleansing crystals is important but sometimes re-energizing is needed so a good idea is to utilize tuning forks to realign your crystals’ own specific frequencies.

Whatever you decide to use, your intention is all-important. Cleansing and re-energizing will not be effective if you fail to use your intention and visualize the removal of negative or unwanted energies. Keep this in mind and your collection of crystals will function as perfectly as if just taken from the earth.

The Secret History of Amethyst

Here’s a tale from Greek mythology that may have slipped past you. Dionysus, god of wine and inebriation, decided one day to pursue the affections of a maiden named Amethystos. Not interested in the drunken deity, Amethystos pulled a clever trick.

She prayed to Artemis to help her stay pure and was promptly transformed into a white stone. A humbled Dionysus splashed some wine over the stone as an offering and the purple amethyst stone was born. However, science tells us that the amethyst stone is actually irradiated quartz. Whether you choose to believe the myth or the reality, it is still one of the most elegant stones you can find.

Amethyst is one of the best stones for healing and the release of negative energy. It helps boost the immune system and can even aid those suffering from addictions. Place one on your bedside table at home for peaceful nights and uncluttered dreams. Or keep a stone or two on your office desk; it will absorb the stress in the room and create a much more relaxed working environment.

Amethyst Jewellery

A great idea is to have peaceful amethyst with you wherever you go – and a great way to do this is with one of our beautiful pendants. Hang the pendant on your headboard at night before you go to sleep to enhance your slumber. Then, when the working day begins, slip it over your neck, either over your shirt or blouse as a decorative piece of jewellery, or secretly tucked inside your top to lie next to your skin.

CrystalAge.com has a beautiful range of amethyst products and crystal jewellery. Have a browse and if you want to discover even more, check out Jewellery World’s own inspiring amethyst collection. However you decide to integrate amethyst into your life, you’ll be glad to have its positive energy smoothening the way on life’s often bumpy ride.

April Birthstone Diamond Gifts

A Birthstone (short for ‘birthday stone’) is a gemstone traditionally associated with each of the 12 months of the Gregorian calendar. For those who were born in the month of April, the Diamond is the traditional birthstone.

The Diamond is a beautiful gemstone that is surrounded by romance, mystery, and passion. Giving a piece of jewelry containing a birthstone gem will bring the wearer with good luck and protection, so now is the perfect time to find a very special Diamond Birthstone Gift.

Black & White Diamond Wrapped 9ct White Gold Ring

Diamond Birthstone Properties

There are numerous legends and myths about birthstone healing powers and their therapeutic influence. According to these legends, wearing a gemstone during its assigned month heightened its healing powers. The April Diamond birthstone is believed to enhance relationships and increase inner strength. The traditional metaphysical properties are balance, clarity and abundance. The Diamond is also used to draw out toxins and therefore was used as a remedy for poison.

The April Birthstone Poem

The Gregorian calendar has poems matching each month with its birthstone, which were published for the first time in 1870. The month of April is as follows:

She who from April dates her years,
Diamonds shall wear, lest bitter tears
For vain repentance flow; this stone,
Emblem of innocence, is known.

With their dazzling clarity, Herkimer Diamonds are a type of quartz crystal, with similar properties to clear quartz. The Herkimer Diamond stimulates psychic gifts and because of the pure light it brings in, it is used to clear the Chakras. This beautiful pendant makes a sensational birthstone gift for those born in April. A truly unique, one-off piece for a very special someone.

Fascinating facts about the Diamond

The ancient Greeks believed that the fire of a diamond reflected the flame of everlasting love.
The word “diamond” comes from the Greek word “adamastos,” which means “invincible.”
The Diamond is the hardest substance in the world.
Pure diamond is completely colorless and transparent.
Diamond conducts heat better than any other substance.
Diamonds may be nearly any color in the rainbow plus browns, grays, and white.

Learn more about the wonderful world of Birthstones on Wikipedia.

Crystals for Mother’s Day

There is nothing in the world that can beat the unconditional love of a mother. This Mother’s Day, find the perfect Mother’s Day gift with Crystal Age. We have a wondrous selection of Crystals for Mother’s Day.

The pure and beautiful Quartz Crystal is the perfect choice to symbolize the special relationship between you and your mother. These Quartz & Silver Pendants capture an extraordinary piece of natural beauty. Just as special and unique as your mother is to you, each one of these pendants is a one-off piece. The picture shows the exact product you will receive, so you will never find another one just like it.

Quartz is believed to focus and enhance energy. It is perfect for all ages and it looks beautiful while enhancing spiritual well-being. This beautiful 36mm Quartz & Amethyst Silver Pendant amalgamates the clear beauty of carved quartz with an Amethyst top stone. A striking pendant that really stands out, generous in its size and finished with stunning craftsmanship.

The purity of quartz makes for a simple and elegant pendant that complements all complexions and accents any look. This 29mm Quartz & Silver Heart Pendant would make a delightful gift for anyone who loves crystal jewellery in all its forms.

Quartz & Moonstone Silver Pendant - 26mm

This gorgeous 26mm Quartz & Moonstone Silver Pendant is delicate and feminine. A wonderful way to brighten up your mother’s day.

We have a great choice of Mother’s Day Gift Ideas including jewellery, home accessories, healing crystals and speciality pieces. You could choose a crystal gift for its beauty, pick out your mother’s star sign or choose a crystal associated with motherly love.

Product Information Videos

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Polished Crystal Points

Have a look at Crystal Age’s range of amazing crystal points. They have all been polished and gently shaped to create beautiful pieces. Choose from Amethyst, Ametrine, Citrine and Quartz. Whether for crystal healing or as a stylish ornament, these crystal points make a wonderful gift.

Crystal Eggs

For a smooth to the touch crystal ornament, crystal eggs are the ideal way to bring good luck, healing or other beneficial aspects into your life as well as colour and style. Every egg has a unique pattern, making it an individual piece and at Crystal Age we have many different varieties.