Turquoise was one of the first gemstones to be mined: its beads
dating from about 5000 BC have been found in Mesopotamia. It was
extracted by the Egyptians from sources in the Sinai before the
4th century BC. Turquoise was the national gemstone of Persia,
adorning everything from thrones to horse toppings. Turquoise
seals decorated with pearls and rubies were the emblems of high
office. They consider it as a good general healer for all illnesses.
This gentle, cool, soothing stone is a Native American classic.
It opens the Throat Chakra for communication, creativity, serenity,
spiritual bonding. Strengthens and aligns all meridians, chakras
and energy fields. Ancient absorber of negativity. Protection from
evil eye. Brings wisdom. Used for healing on every continent. Prosperity.
Ancient Greeks believed that Turquoise attracts money, success
and love. Its powers include protection, healing, courage, friendship,
and luck. Relaxes the mind, and eases mental tension.
In Persia they believed that this stone balances the energies
mind, body, spirit and emotions. Alleviates hostility, anger
and depression. Promotes generosity, higher consciousness and
receptiveness to all the beauty that life has to offer us every day.