Beryl

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"If you need protection and luck on your travels, blue beryl will help you."

Symbolism and healing properties of blue beryl:

Blue beryl (beryl aquamarine) is associated with protection and luck. Since ancient times it has been considered an amulet against danger, the evil eye and negative energy. It is typically light blue to blue-green in colour, though its shade can range from light to medium-dark or dark tones. It is traditionally linked to Neptune, the Roman god of the sea. According to astrology, it has not only protective but also calming effects.

People also seek it out for its reportedly supportive effects on communication and expression. It is said to support not only clear communication but also the expression of thoughts and emotions. In alternative medicine it is used to ease stress, anxiety and tension. Blue beryl is often associated with inner wisdom, intuition and deeper self-understanding. It is thus said to help with meditation and finding inner peace.

Blue beryl is suitable for these zodiac signs:

Pisces (21 February – 20 March), Gemini (22 May – 21 June), Aquarius (21 January – 20 February) and Cancer (22 June – 22 July)

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Localities, forms of blue beryl and history:

One of the most significant producers of blue beryl is Brazil. Other localities include Colombia, Nigeria, Mozambique and Pakistan.

In nature, blue beryl is usually found in the form of crystals of various shapes, most commonly as columns, tablets or stalactitic forms. In every case, natural blue beryl reportedly has strong effects. It is thus widely used across various fields around the world. On the Mohs hardness scale it corresponds to 7.5–8.

Ancient peoples (the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans) believed in the protective effects of this stone. They therefore made amulets from it. The Greeks and Romans also considered it a stone of luck, youth and love. During the Renaissance it became a very popular mineral among the nobility and clergy. It was thus used in religious and royal jewellery. During the voyages of discovery in the 15th and 16th centuries, blue beryl also played a significant role. Christopher Columbus is said to have carried blue beryl with him. It was believed to protect him on his voyages and bring him luck.

Did you know?

the ancient Romans believed that blue beryl was a gift from sea nymphs? They believed it had protective effects, and so made amulets from it that were meant to protect sailors from danger at sea. They were convinced that this mineral protected sailors from seasickness and boosted their courage during voyages.

What is blue beryl used for and what can you make from it?

Thanks to its beautiful colour, blue beryl is a very popular mineral, especially in jewellery-making. It is used mainly to make rings of all kinds of designs and patterns, as well as sophisticated-looking drop earrings that gently accentuate the wearer's features. Equally popular are bracelets and necklaces, which are often combined with other stones and precious metals to create an elegant, unique piece of jewellery. Blue beryl beads are also very popular, further used to make natural-looking bracelets and necklaces that attract a lot of attention.

Blue beryl is also used, for example, in decorative items. It is often used to decorate clocks, mirrors, jewellery boxes and other luxury items. It also finds use in making vases, glasses, statues, candlesticks, runes or amulets.

Chakras associated with blue beryl:

5th chakra – throat chakra Vishuddha: affects communication and expression
6th chakra – third eye chakra Ajna: affects intuition, spiritual vision and clairvoyance

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