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Stone Magic: Peridot

By Katrina Rasbold

Peridot, known for its brilliant green glow, is a gemstone with a rich history of being revered as a symbol of light, growth, and transformation. This captivating stone has been cherished since ancient times for its powerful protective and healing properties. Often referred to as the “Gem of the Sun” due to its vibrant energy, Peridot is believed to bring joy, prosperity, and a sense of renewal to those who work with it. Let’s dive deep into the magical and metaphysical properties of Peridot and discover how this beautiful stone can illuminate your path.

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Stone Magic: Emerald

By Katrina Rasbold

Emerald, with its vibrant green color and stunning clarity, is a gemstone that has captivated the hearts of mystics, healers, and royals alike for centuries. Known as the “Stone of Successful Love” and associated with the heart chakra, this precious stone radiates an energy of healing, renewal, and spiritual wisdom. Whether you’re seeking emotional balance, spiritual growth, or physical well-being, Emerald offers profound benefits for the mind, body, and soul. Let’s explore the magical and healing properties of this powerful gemstone.

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Stone Magic: Amber

By Katrina Rasbold

Amber, often mistaken for a gemstone, is actually fossilized tree resin that has been revered for thousands of years for its stunning beauty and powerful metaphysical properties. Its warm, golden glow radiates a sense of ancient wisdom and spiritual energy. Amber has been used in healing, protection, and spiritual practices across many cultures, earning it the title of the “Golden Healer.” Let’s explore the fascinating spiritual and metaphysical properties of this ancient substance and how it can enhance your spiritual journey.

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Stone Magic: Jasper

By Katrina Rasbold

Jasper, often referred to as the “Supreme Nurturer,” is a diverse and versatile gemstone that comes in a variety of colors and patterns, each with its own distinct energy. With a history stretching back to ancient civilizations, Jasper has long been regarded as a powerful stone for healing, protection, and grounding. Its steady, calming vibrations offer a wealth of benefits, making it a favorite in magical and metaphysical practices. Let’s explore the enchanting properties of Jasper and how it can enrich your spiritual journey.

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Stone Magic: Smoky Quartz

By Katrina Rasbold

Smoky quartz, with its captivating hues ranging from light gray to deep brown, is more than just a beautiful crystal; it’s a powerful ally in the realm of metaphysics and magic. This stone, known for its grounding and protective properties, has is revered for its ability to transform negative energies into positive ones. In this blog post, we’ll explore the magical properties of smoky quartz and how you can harness its energy for your spiritual practice.

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Stone Magic: Staurolite

By Katrina Rasbold

Staurolite, often referred to as the “fairy cross” due to its distinctive cross-shaped crystals, is a fascinating mineral with both aesthetic appeal and rich metaphysical properties. Found primarily in Georgia and North Carolina, staurolite is valued not only for its beauty but also for its spiritual significance. In this week’s “Stone Magic” blog post, we dive into the metaphysical attributes of staurolite, its historical context, and how we can use it to accentuate our magical life.

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Stone Magic: Tiger’s Eye

By Katrina Rasbold

Tiger’s Eye, a captivating gemstone with its rich golden-brown hues and silky luster, has been revered for centuries not only for its beauty but also for its deep spiritual and magical properties. This unique stone, often resembling the striking eye of a tiger, carries an aura of mystery and power, making it a favorite in both ancient and modern metaphysical practices.

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Stone Magic: Chrysocolla

By Katrina Rasbold

Chrysocolla is found in copper mines and varies from light green to deep blue and forms from the oxidized copper deposits around it. It was once called “green turquoise” rather than considered as its own stone as it is now.

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Stone Magic: Aventurine

By Katrina Rasbold

Aventurine is most often thought of as a minty green stone, but it also comes in darker green, blue, and red, depending on the heat level at which it is created and the area in which it developed. It is infused with mica, which gives it a lovely iridescence. It is found in India and South America and is sometimes referred to as “Indian Jade.” Ancient Tibetans used aventurine for the eyes of many of their statues because of its beautiful color and its affinity for blessing the visionary processes of holy people.

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Stone Magic: Chalcedony

By Katrina Rasbold

Chacedony is an interesting word that people tend to pronounce in different ways, mostly because they read it and never heard it. I always heard people pronounce it as “chal-sidney” and I have trouble thinking of it as anything else. Many people I know say, “chal-see-doney.” Professor Google says the correct pronounciation is, “cal-sedony.” So there y’go.

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Stone Magic: Lepidolite

By Katrina Rasbold

Lepidolite is a beautiful stone known as a “stone of peace” for its soothing, high-vibing properties. Structurally, lepidolite resembles tourmaline and its qualities are similar to watermelon tourmaline. It does, in fact, form alongside tourmaline in many places.

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Stone Magic: Turquoise

By Katrina Rasbold

Turquoise is a copper aluminum sulfate that presents in blue, deep green, or green blue. The level of copper present in the amalgam determines how much blue shows up in the stone. Throughout multiple cultures, turquoise is honored as a strong protection stone that also brings good fortune and happiness. The protective energies are amplified if the stone is given to the owner by a loving friend. We often find turquoise guarding burial sites in Mexico and the Southwestern United States. Continue reading Stone Magic: Turquoise

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Stone Magic: Obsidian

By Katrina Rasbold

Where I live in California, Obsidian is extremely common and is a staple in the stone arsenal of serious magical workers. It is brittle due to its volcanic origins and as a glass, can easily cut you if you are not careful with it. This and its dark color give it profound protection powers. It may appear as gray, black, or brown banded with white. Snowflake obsidian gets its name for the white intrusions in the black surface. The sharp edges of obsidian, as well as its brittleness, makes it a common choice for spearheads and arrowheads. Continue reading Stone Magic: Obsidian