Turquoise Origins

From ancient Egypt to the Aztecs, from the Shang Dynasty and Mesopotamia, to finally being introduced into Europe through Turkey and the Silk Road, this stone has endeared many great cultures of antiquity with its gorgeous bright blue hue.  The bright blue stone is recognized for it's beauty, and its spiderweb matrix of black or brown veining, made from limonite deposits. 

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Turquoise is quite possibly the most prominent stone known to man's history. Worn by kings, shamans, and warriors, it's the protector stone and success stone of all the ages. The stone earned its name, from its journey across the trade route that brought it to Europe. Its name derives from the French words, pierre turquoise, translated “Turkish stone”.  In the Americas, the Aztecs, Pueblo, Navajo and Apache tribes cherished turquoise for its decorative use, protective qualities and to adorn great warriors and chiefs. Throughout history a  few tribes were able to prosper from the trade of turquoise objects, however the distinctive jewelry produced by the Navajo and other tribes today is more of a modern development, thought to date from around 1880. Much like Jade, Turquoise is thought to have protected you if you find it has chipped.  

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Turquoise Mantra

 “I am protected, I am energized, I am calm. I am ready to lead, I am ready to achieve my goals with a calm mind and the confidence of a warrior. I am protected by the universe on my emotional and spiritual journey, on my travels and on my path to success"

 

Turquoise Meanings & uses

• A highly programmable stone, it can hold whichever specific healing intentions you give it. Add Turquoise to another stone, and you will find that it will strengthen and amplify your intentions.

• You can program your stone with whichever goal you like, it can act as your very own personal coach, for health, nutrition, relationships, career, or life in general.

• In the workplace, Turquoise promotes leadership, so it is a wonderful stone to have in your workspace.

• It can assist you with travel, or even with relocation or regular travel associated with your career. Turquoise makes travel go smoothly, takes jet-lag out of the equation, and most of all, keeps you (and your belongings) safe, protecting from theft, loss or attack. It also assists with astral travels and deep meditation, keeping you grounded. 

• Keeps pets from straying or being stolen, especially protects them during travel. Makes difficult horses, more obedient to their riders. 

• It helps with big decision-making, such as investments, avoiding you making unwise investments.

• It helps with creativity, helping writers overcome writer’s block, helping actors and other performers overcome stage fright and anxiety.

• It assists with clear and concise communication and exchange of information. 

• Within many civilizations, it was believed that the gem changed colour in accordance to the wearer's physical and mental health.

• Especially recommended for people who work in front of a computer for their job, assists with mental relaxation.

• Helps with safety in jobs that are physical and can brush with danger, jobs such as those in law enforcement, the military, or people working in construction.

• A strengthening stone, good for exhaustion, depression, or panic attacks by enhancing your physical and psychic immune systems.

• An anti-inflammatory, great for detoxifying and alkalizing the body, reducing excess acidity resulting in gout, rheumatism and stomach issues.

• Turquoise works great on the respiratory system. Wearing a Turquoise necklace assists in bronchial health. 

• Holding or wearing Turquoise helps with exhaustion, by restoring depleted energy and lifting sagging spirits. 

• In traditional thought, Turquoise unites the earth and sky, ying and yang, bringing together male and female energies, thus encouraging romantic love. In some cultures it is believed to change color to warn of impending danger or to warn infidelity.

• It is a balancing stone. It helps you to recognize your happiness and recognize the causes for your unhappiness, allowing you to master happiness yourself. It balances your emotions by calming the mind, calming reactions and mood swings, dissolving feelings of victimhood, and assists with narcissistic behaviour enabling the wearer to see things from other people's POV and feel empathy.

• Cleanses the mind, body and spirit of any and all unwanted energy or negative energy, replacing it with positive vibes!