A to Z of Stones and Crystals: Malachite to Rutilated Quartz

MALACHITE: This powerful healing stone works to heal the heart as well as the body. Malachite is one of the few stones that can be used to clear and activate all Chakras. It has wonderful healing properties, because of the high copper content of the stone. It has a very steady pulsing electromagnetic energy field, absorbing negative energy from the auric field and cleansing it, thus balancing the wearer and protecting them from the effects negative energies.
It is great for increasing ones concentration skills and is quite beneficial to ones physical, as well as psychic, vision. Malachite helps

to find a balanced path between the desires of ego and of our higher Will, aiding us in removing blockages and inspiring us with ideas which will help to manifest those goals. Known as the'Salesperson's Stone' it is further used to manifest prosperity. A small piece in the cash register draws customers. Other attributes include; enhancing our ability to nurture all Life; represent hope and inner peace; believed to protect from danger; often used as a child's talisman for sleep, protecting from bad dreams. Chakras: All but esp. 3rd (Solar Plexus) & 4th (Heart) Star Sign: Capricorn

MOONSTONE / RAINBOW MOONSTONE: 'Mother Earth' stone, vibrating with the feminine wisdom and Goddess energy of the waxing and full Moon. A stone good for all female health problems especially; pre-menstrual symptoms, period pains, balancing the reproductive system and fertility.

The Romans believed that it was created by Moonlight (hence the name) and empowered with magical properties. Thought to bring good luck and the ability to grant wishes. Other attributes include: helping to strengthen intuition and psychic perception; bringing balance and harmony & opening the heart to humanitarian love and hope. Good emotional balancing stone for all. Good for protection while travelling on water. Chakras: 7th (Crown) Star signs: Cancer, Libra & Scorpio

OBSIDIAN (SNOWFLAKE): A very powerful healing stone that absorbs negativity and offers protection for sensitive people this releases many pent up feelings use rose quartz after this stone to help relieve the feelings this stone can unearth.

OPAL: "The Stone of the Magician" awakens psychic and mystical qualities, enhances intuition and purifies the emotions. Best worn in times of better health in body and mind as this stone tends to reflect a persons mood back onto itself so great for the good days. Chakras - All Star Sign: Libra Birthstone: October

PERIDOT: The joyful and friendly energy of this stone helps to make and seal friendships. It clears the hear, releasing eo, jealousy and anger and bringing a sense of peace and quiet amusement. A great anti-toxin gemstone and a good tonic for the body and mind as it reduces stress yet stimulates the mind. Peridot is not recommended for general chakra work because it acts to seal the aura, it is suggested that peridot be removed while working on chakras other than the heart and solar plexus. Chakras: 3rd & 4th Birthstone: August

QUARTZ: Also known as Rock Crystal, Clear Quartz, Crystal Quartz: Considered by many to be the best all purpose crystal or stone. It is particularly useful for meditation and when working to contact or align with one's higher self. Receives, transmits, stores and amplifies energy and information. Absorbs negativity; great near VDU’s etc. Gives Strength and Energy. It is an excellent channeller for healing bringing light and goodness into everyday life. Chakras: All Star Sign: Aquarius

RED JASPER: Provides protective 'earth energy' it's protective qualities emphasize survival and physical protection.
Red Jasper is a powerful divination stone, and can be worn to protect the individual during out of body experiences and vision quests by providing a solid grounding. It also helps with conflict and aggression, promotes grace and perserverence. A stone of good luck especially for travel. Chakra: 1st (Root/Base)

RED TIGER EYE: Useful for enhancing physical vitality, this stone can help create healthy patterns in exercise and eating habits. It is grounding and offers a practical and optimistic outlook. It helps the wearer feel energetic, vibrantly healthy and passionate. It

balances the yin-yang energy bringing awareness of one's personal needs as well as the needs of others. Other properties include: becoming practical and discreet of mind as well as more grounded; brings optimism eliminating 'the blues'; helps with internal mental battles; stimulates wealth. It also produces stimulating and soothing vibrations. Tigers eye has been used in the treatment of eye and throat disorder and also disorders of the reproductive system. Chakras: 1st (Base) 3rd (Solar Plexus) Star Sign: Capricorn & Leo

RHODONITE: A stone for activating love energies in oneself and others and said to promote friendship and goodwill. Rhodonite is also good at dispelling tension and anxiety and helps one establish inner balance. It is sometimes refereed to as the 'stone of peace' and may help resolve conflicts. Chakra: 4th (Heart).

ROSE QUARTZ: A Soothing, Calming Stone that dispels Stored Anger, Jealousy, Fear, Grief and resentment. Balancing the emotions and healing emotional wounds, it brings peace and calm. It is especially powerful in times of stress or loss, helping the wearer to

slow down and take it easy. Its loving nurturing energy takes away fears, resentment and anger and gently replaces them with a feeling of higher self esteem and confidence. Rose Quartz is also a good stone for love, and to increase self love and feelings of self worth. It brings healing and clarity to the heart and allows the wearer to learn to trust again. Wear this and open yourself to love. Chakras: 4th (Heart)