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General
Gemstone Details
The diamond is not only the hardest gemstone, it is in fact the
hardest mineral on Earth. That combined with it's brilliant fire, and
exceptional lust has made the diamond one of the most prized gemstones in
the world.
Pure, colorless diamonds are the most popular,
but fancy colored diamonds are quickly becoming quite popular themselves!
From yellow and brown to green, blue, pink, red, gray and black, can all
be found depending on the impurities present.
Fancy colored diamonds are
not a mass-market product that are advertised everywhere and sold in large
numbers. They have much more personality than that. Fancy colored diamonds
are almost as much fun as colored gemstones! Like colored gemstones, each
one is different.
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Scientific Properties:
Mohs Hardness of 10 with a cubic crystal structure.
Diamonds are graded by the four C's: cut, color, clarity and carat
(weight)
Diamonds form at high temperatures and pressures more than 50 miles
underground. Although South Africa became the highest producer of diamonds
in 1870, Australia is currently the main producer, with other locales
including Ghana, Sierra Leone, Zaire, Botswana, the US and Brazil.
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Mystical
Properties:
In ancient times, diamonds were worn as tumbled stones. They were
treasured for their beauty as a gemstone. It was not until most
recently after creating a facet was discovered that their dazzling
personality truly appeared.
The Diamond is a stone that bonds
relationships and enhances love-with the most recent symbol of the
engagement ring. There is little to no history that it is a stone of love.
What the diamond does bring is longevity,
particularly to relationships, balance, clarity and abundance. It can
amplify one's thoughts, whether they be strengths, or weaknesses. It gives
one who wears or carries it courage and hope.
A diamond encourages self-confidence and desire
for independence while at the same time counteracting jealousy.
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More Healing Information
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Healing
Properties:
The diamond is known as a master healer, it breaks up
blockages in both the Crown Chakra, and the personality.
Historically, crushed diamond has been used as a
cure for many ailments. A small piece of rough diamond placed overnight in
a glass of water to be drunk during the following morning, has been know
as an excellent fortifying remedy for combating stress; especially during
periods of exhaustion and convalescence.
Care must be used when wearing a Diamond necklace as it can block the
energy flow if the wearer has negative thoughts or feelings.
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Magical
Properties:
Energy: Projective
Element: Fire
Powers: Spirituality, sexual dysfunction, protection, courage, peace,
reconciliation, healing and strength.
The Diamond has a wide and varied magical repertoire. Worn as jewelry
is is known to promote spirituality, even ecstasy, the shaman's ritual
state of consciousness. It is commonly used in meditation and
pursuits of spirituality.
Because of its hardness and it's common associations with the Sun, the
diamond is often worn or utilized in spells to increase physical
strength. In ancient Rome, it was sent in steel rings created so
that the stone would physically touch the skin. The helped the soldiers
produce more bravery, daring and eventual victory.
A diamond is considered a magical stone of great power. It is said to
enhance all the energies in the body, mind and spirit, thus helping with
alignment with the Higher Self. The diamond, owing to it's natural
flashy nature, has long been known as a stone of protection. Having it
faceted into a six sided cut is the best assurance that it will bring the
wearer lifelong luck.
Try scrying
with a faceted diamond in soft candle light, and delight yourself with its
exquisite world of color and light. Please remember that diamonds
should not be cleansed or charged.
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Zodiac:
Planets: Sun
Traditional Birthstone for the Month of April.
Stone of Leo,
the diamond provides enlightenment, purity and
clarity. It provides protection, preserves peace and gives power.
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Chakra
Classification:
Diamond is associated with the
7th,
Crown Chakra.
The diamond has a
harmonizing influence on all of the chakras. Placed on the "Third
Eye", a diamond will help combat mental illness, by activating and
encouraging the Third
Eye.
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Gemstone
Properties
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Information Sources:
The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall, 2003
Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith, PhD, 2000
Crystal Enchantments by D.J. Conway, 1999
Smithsonian Handbooks Gemstones by Cally Hall, 1994
Crystal, Gem and Metal Magic by Scott Cunningham, 2002
Chakra Healing & Karmic Awareness by Keith Sherwood, 2005
The Illustrated Directory of Crystal Healing by Cassandra Eason, 2003
Healing Crystals and Gemstones by Dr. Flora Peschek-Bohmer, Gisela
Schrieber, 2002
The
information here is presented to you to use as you see fit, but is
not to take the place of professional medical advice.
Crystals, Gemstones and Metal can accent, help, negate, protect,
encourage, strengthen, and balance and thereby promote healing.
Their effects can be extraordinary, but use in addition to medical
advice, and not as a substitute for proper care. If you are ill, we
beseech you to seek professional medical attention
from a qualified physician. |
