Emerald

Element: Earth

Chakras: Heart

Zodiac: Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo

Planets: Jupiter, Venus

Days: Friday, Monday, Tuesday

Number: 4, 6

History has shown Emerald stones have been sold as early as 4000 B.C. in Ancient Babylon. In modern times, it continues to be sourced from India, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Brazil, Egypt and Australia; it often is sold for more than diamonds are worth, karat by karat.

Aristotle is said to have been one of the stone’s biggest supporters. He expressed that owning or wearing an Emerald increases the impact of presence on its owner. ‘…hung from the neck, or worn in a ring will prevent the falling sickness…’, with reference to epilepsy. Traditionally, it’s most advantageous to wear Emerald on the little finger, ring finger, over the heart, or on the right arm. Regular wear can trigger unhealed negative emotions, as it promotes infinite patience, unconditional love, and keeps partnerships in balance. Women have worn Emerald during childbirth to help shield the infant with unconditional love and protection.

The favorite gem of Cleopatra, Emerald is a life-affirming stone with great integrity. A ‘stone of successful love’, it stimulates cooperation in platonic, romantic, and business partnerships, helping to surface mutual understanding.

Emerald’s powers also extend to the healing of physical ailments. As a staple for warding off illness, Emerald has helped treat sinuses, lungs, heart, the spine, and muscles. It detoxifies the liver and may alleviate symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and poisons.

A glimmering green stone of abundance and luck, wear Emerald with other hues of green on Thursdays to boost your own.

Traditionally, Emeralds are given on 20th and 35th anniversaries.

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Disclaimer: Crystals should never take the place of any medical treatment or therapy. They are meant to be used as a complement to and in conjunction with current medical treatment or therapy. The metaphysical and healing properties listed are not guaranteed and results may vary.