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AMAZONITE

Since ancient times, Amazonite has fascinated us with its soft hues of water green and turquoise blue. Used since the time of the Pharaohs to adorn jewelry and sacred objects, it was already associated with protection and truth. Its name, inspired by the Amazon River, evokes the wild, free force of nature, even if the first known stones came mainly from the mountains of Egypt and Russia. With its silky luster and changing reflections, Amazonite is a stone that connects with the simple beauty of the world and the boldness of authentic expression.

GEM TYPE
FELDSPATH
FAMILY
SILICATE
COLOR(S)
BLUE - GREEN
MOHS SCALE
6 - 6.5

GEOGRAPHICAL ORIGIN

Russia
Brazil
Madagascar
United States
Amazonite's distinctive color is due to small traces of lead and water in its crystalline structure.

A little history

Amazonite takes its name from the Amazon River, although no Amazonite was originally found in this region. According to legend, Amazon warriors, famous for their bravery, adorned their shields with this stone to protect themselves in battle. Amazonite was also prized in ancient Egypt: fragments were found in Tutankhamen's tomb, notably on jewelry and amulets intended to ensure protection and passage to the afterlife.

LITHOTHERAPY

Amazonite is a stone of soothing, protection and connection to the moon. It is associated with the following benefits:

Emotional relief
It is said to help calm anxiety and restore balance after emotional storms.
Personal expression
It would encourage you to speak your truth with gentleness and clarity, without fear of judgment.
Emotional protection
By filtering out negative energies, it promotes a more serene environment.
Confidence and assertiveness
It invites us to overcome our doubts and move forward with confidence.
Link with nature
Its gentle vibrations reconnect us with the simple, soothing beauty of the natural world.
Associated astrological signs
Virgo, Pisces & Aquarius.
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