BLUE retailer SKIES Necklace (Chrysocolla, Aquamarine, Amazonite, Quartz, Sterling Silver)

"Blue skies smiling at me retailer, nothing but blue skies do I see ..."

That wonderful classic song by Ella Fitzgerald celebrates the joy of a beautiful sunny day (and being in love). The light sparkling blues in this necklace, invoke a sense of peace, joy and calm ... reflecting the optimism in Ella's song. A wonderful piece for lifting the spirits ...

BLUE SKIES features a center stone of blue Chrysocolla, on a strand that includes chips of Aquamarine and blue-dyed Quartz, beads of pale blue Amazonite and accents of Sterling Silver. It closes with a handmade Sterling Silver hook and chain clasp, and the length is adjustable between 17 ½ and 19 inches.

All Medicine Beads necklaces come with a sweet fabric pouch and a page describing the stones used and their qualities. Each creation is one-of-a-kind and will never be duplicated.

ABOUT THE STONES:

CHRYSOCOLLA: Communication; expression of the sacred; gentleness; power

Chrysocolla is a stone of peace, and soothes the emotions. When worn, Chrysocolla grants the power of discretion and bestows increased wisdom. It can make one feel more comfortable speaking the truth, and helps develop personal confidence. At one time, it was held in the hand to drive off unreasonable fears and illusions.

Chrysocolla is said to calm the base, navel, and solar plexus chakras and can help ease emotional heartache and give renewed strength and balance. It is thought to increase the capacity to love and also to enable one to be still when silence would be beneficial to all concerned. It promotes physical vitality and is thought to help release stress from within.

Chrysocolla is often used in treating arthritis and other diseases of the bone. It is also beneficial to the digestive organs, and relieves hypertension and stress caused by fear or guilt. It has been used in the treatment of blood disorders and cellular inadequacies. It may help strengthen the pancreas, and the muscular structure of the legs, arms, back and abdomen, and has been used in the treatment of muscular cramps and spasms.

AQUAMARINE: Cooling, soothing, communication

Aquamarine is a stone of peace, joy and happiness, especially in relationships. It brings serenity of mind and is known for its ability to stabilize and harmonize unsettled surroundings. It reduces stress, increases creativity and sharpens intuition, enabling us to better interpret our emotions. It is often recommended to ease sore throats, and it clears blocked communication and aids the wearer in verbal expression.

Aquamarine is found on all continents but the major deposits are found in Brazil. It is known as a stone of courage, as well as enhanced intellectual response. It provides for alignment of the chakras and balancing of the network of structures that connect the physical and ethereal bodies, and can facilitate clear communication with one's inner truth.

Aquamarine is used in the treatment of the heart, immune and lymphatic systems, and may aid in the release of fear and anxiety. It may also help in activating memory of a past-life experience.

AMAZONITE: Truth, communication, harmony

Amazonite is a soothing stone of harmony, both within the self and among others. It facilitates loving communication and dissipates nervous energy. It can assist us in manifesting our dreams and desires.

Amazonite has a powerful filtering capacity, and can absorb emanations from cell phones and microwaves, and protect against electromagnetic pollution. It is an excellent stone for those engaged in conflict resolution or who need to communicate their own truth more effectively. It can also assist one in setting appropriate boundaries, both within (discipline) and externally.

Physically, Amazonite is helpful in cell regeneration or healing after trauma or injury. It is also useful in treating osteoporosis, tooth decay, calcium deficiencies, calcium deposits and muscle spasms.

QUARTZ: Clearing; cleansing; healing; magnification of ambient energies; memory enhancement

Quartz Crystal is a highly beneficial stone, amplifying and enhancing the qualities of other stones it is worn with and attuning them even more to your particular energy. It acts as a purifier, creating harmony and helping to balance all stimuli, positive and negative. Unlike most other stones, Quartz can be “programmed” by one's inner intention to assist in achieving virtually any goal. It is a stone of Light, bringing a heightened spiritual awareness to anyone who wears or carries it.

Physically, Quartz stimulates the nervous system and can assist in removing adhesions in the connective tissue.

STERLING SILVER: Balance; intellect

Sterling Silver is a metal in tune with the energies of the body. It is especially beneficial to the brain, because it improves the transmission of nerve impulses and improves memory. It helps to balance the functions of both sides of the brain and enhances ones ability to approach intellectual problems.