Quartz – vibrates white light which includes within it all the various colors and so balances all the chakras, increases energy and imparts clarity to thoughts and feelings. It projects divine white light which strengthens the overall energy of the body. It cleans the aura and protects from disease. One of the best stones to include in meditations as it enhances spiritual development.

Amethyst – one of the 12 stones of the High Priest breastplate. The soul’s stone. It connects us to serenity located deep within ourselves. It awakens in us and everywhere it is placed a sense of harmony and patience. One of the best gems to relieve stress and to treat headaches.

Aquamarine – one of the twelve stones of the breastplate – aquamarine. Like seawater this stone will wash away unnecessary thoughts and sensations and cause a flowing, streaming feeling in your life. Helps with clarity, speech, elocution and inspiration. It can relieve those suffering from respiratory problems.

Rose-Quartz – The stone of love. Floods with energy essential for self-fulfillment and inner peace. The stone slowly penetrates the nourishing, soothing, and instructive heart chakra to give and receive love. It gently wraps in soft and soothing energies, and teaches that the source of infinite love comes from within. (More information is available in the article “Rose Quartz Stone”)

Citrine – one of the 12 stones of the High Priest breastplate. The stone of prosperity and success. Like the sun, citrine’s energy recharges, revives and provides warmth. Strengthens self-esteem and faith in one’s personal and tangible success. Heals and strengthens the digestive system, bladder and kidneys.

Carnelian – imparts drive, energy, and joie de vivre. Provides courage and the power to move forward. Creates an emotional balance allowing to experience emotions; great for those who freely give to others but don’t do enough for themselves. Useful to the messy and the confused. Helps purify the blood and the liver, can be used to treat spleen, pancreas, and gallbladder problems. Excellent for the home, the office, or anywhere you want to create change.