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Obsidian is a beautiful volcanic glass, featuring many colors which account for the many varieties. Obsidian tends to be a stone of grounding and clarity, although at times the energy of this stone can feel blunt or abrupt.
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Ouro Verde Quartz is an enhanced Metamorphosis Quartz from Brazil, with the name meaning "gold green" in Portugese. The Metamorphosis Quartz is exposed to gamma radiation which creates the gold-green tint. This brings additional metaphysical properties to those which were displayed by the Metamorphosis Quartz. This mineral never needs cleansing. It is said to provide a sense of protection to those who are near, and also to help one shine in whatever they pursue. There is no residual radiation in this mineral, so there is no need of special caution when handling it.
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With its lovely rainbow of colors, this is great for perking up tired energy. "Peacock Ore" is one of a few nicknames for Bornite, with another familiar one being "Peacock Iron." This mineral is said to be an aid to creative expression and helps remove self-imposed blockages along the creative path.
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The wood has not actually "turned to stone," but the wood particles have been replaced with agate and quartz. This is a stone of slow, steady spiritual growth, giving strength of character to the bearer. Said to helpful in getting rid of petty problems, the motto of petrified wood is "change what you can, don't fret about the rest." This is a perishable wood which has been made more permanent, and so can help us turn past weakness into new strength.
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Alternatively called "Picasso Stone" or "Picasso Marble," this is said to be helpful for soothing unsettled thoughts. Also said to help convert intuitive knowing into intellectual knowing, so a person can have more deliberate access to the information. Picasso Jasper has been called "the master of the subconscious mind."
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Another stone that helps one view the complete picture, this stone is said to be especially suited for those who want to start their own business. For those who have already taken this step, Picture Jasper can help to visualize and make real the processes that will tend to grow the business. Please refer to the glossary entry for Biggs Picture Jasper to learn about the additional and unique attributes of this jasper which is no longer being mined.
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This variety of Tiger Eye exhibits chatoyance across a range of rich colors. People have reported this stone to be a big help during creative visualization. This assistance is perceived during personal exploration and within the context of guided meditation. Another stone that "grounds" but doesn't "dull," pietersite allows one to "see the beauty in everything." Also called the Tempest Stone for the influence of undaunted courage it can give in the face of difficulty.
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Electrical polarity produced by applying mechanical pressure to an otherwise nonconducting crystal.
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An iron sulfide mineral whose name is derived from the Greek word for "fire," since striking two pieces together can produce sparks. Occurs by itself and in combination with many other minerals, pyrite excites the third chakra to boost willpower and vitality. Can encourage creative expression, sexual expression, and seeing things through to completion. Said to be useful against electromagnetic pollution and psychic insult.
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Electrical polarity created in certain crystals by exposing them to temperature change.
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A phantom quartz point is one where you can see the outline of one quartz point within the larger host point. These crystals are very powerful aids in helping to access hidden information, either because this information is on the other side of the veil, you've hidden it from yourself as a defense mechanism, or you simply weren't ready for that information yet.
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