Green Tourmaline, also called Verdelite, belongs to a group called Elbaite, which is a member of the Tourmaline family. Elbaite is by far the most colorful group, including Indicolite (blue to blue/green), Verdelite (green), Rubellite (pink) and Watermelon (pink with green rind).
Green Tourmaline is often used to attract money and success by encouraging one to release inhibitions and reach for their true desires. Additionally, Green Tourmaline aids in connecting one to the cycles of life, which can be of great assistance in planning and implementing new projects. Green Tourmaline's inherent connection with the Earth makes it a great aid for those who enjoy working with various aspects of nature, and it has often been placed in gardens to encourage plant growth. This aspect of Green Tourmaline makes it possible for one to connect with the nature spirits using this crystal.
Green Tourmaline is a supreme Heart Chakra Crystal that encourages strength and vitality. Like all Tourmalines, Green Tourmaline is a metaphysically protective stone which is said to balance and harmonize the chakras. Green Tourmaline is ideal for healing purposes, as it can focus its healing energies, clearing the aura, and removing blockages. Green Tourmaline is often used for opening and activating the Heart chakra, as well as providing a sense of peace and calm to the heart and nervous system. Due to its powerful effect on the Heart Chakra, Green Tourmaline can have healing effects on the physical heart.
In general, Tourmaline can become electrically charged as a result of heat or pressure, which is a testament to the ability of these crystals to impact one’s energy field. Tourmaline is very grounding and helpful in releasing stress and tension. They can bring inspiration from higher realms into the chakras for processing within the body. All Tourmaline is thought to balance yin and yang energies, as well as the left and right hemispheres of the brain.
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| Physical and Metaphysical Properties for | |
| PROPERTIES FOR STONE | |
| Crystal Name: | Green Tourmaline (Verdelite) |
| Alternate Stone Name: | Verdelite |
| Pronunciation: | green TOUR-muh-leen / blak TOUR-muh-lin |
| CRYSTAL MEANING | |
| Affirmation: | My heart is filled with love, peace, and harmony. |
| Question: | Do you find it difficult to focus your energy on a specific project? |
| PRIMARY PROPERTIES | |
| Astrological Sign: | Capricorn (December 22 to January 19) |
| Primary Chakra: | Heart Chakra |
| STONE NAME INFORMATION TAGS | |
| Color: | Green |
| Location: | Brazil, Pakistan, Russia |
| Rarity: | Common |
| Mineral Class: | Borosilicates Mineral Class, Silicates Mineral Class |
| Crystal System: | Trigonal Crystal System |
| Hardness: | 7 to 7.5 Hardness |
| Numerical Vibration: | Number 6 |
| Chemical Composition: | Na(Li,Al)3Al6Si6O18(BO3)3 (OH)4, Sodium Lithium Aluminum Boro Silicate |
| COMMON CONDITIONS | |
| Physical: | Aids Concentration, Blood Pressure Regulation, Body Weight Management, Brain Disorders and Health, Eye Disorders and Infections, Focus, Health and Healing, Heart, Masculine/Feminine Balance |
| Emotional: | Eases Depression, Self Confidence and Self Worth |
| Spiritual: | Devic/Nature Realm Communication and Connection, Earth Healing, Grounding, Prosperity |
| GRADE DESCRIPTIONS | |
| Extra Grade: | Beautiful green color, partially transparent, 10% - 25% matrix |
| A Grade: | Nice green color, translucent, 25% - 50% matrix |
| B Grade: | Poor green color, opaque, and/or > 50% matrix |
| REFERENCES | |
| Reference 1: | http://www.healingcrystals.com/Crystals_for_the_Energy_of_Weight_Loss_Video_Articles_11621.html |
| Posted on April 17, 2013 |
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