Turquoise is associated with native American culture.
Turquoise is a beautiful opaque, blue-green gemstone and a popular centerpiece in modern jewelry. The gem's reputation for having mystical qualities dates back to the Ancient Egyptians, who believed the stone had protective qualities. In the United States, we associate turquoise with southwestern native since tribes used the stone both for trading and for healing. The name "turquoise" means "stone of Turkey" because the gem first arrived in Europe via Turkey.
For Use in Meditation
Meditating with a turquoise can help with relaxation, spiritual cleansing and chakra alignment. Native Americans called turquoise "the sky stone" or "the stone of heaven" for its use in facilitating a connection to a higher power.
Attracting Love and Strengthening Friendships
Turquoise has the power to harmonize energies, so it is considered a stone of reconciliation. The wearer can use the gemstone both for attracting love and for resolving conflicts among friends and coworkers. It is also considered to be a protective stone, keeping its wearer safe from wrongdoing by others.
Turquoise and the Throat Chakra
The blue-green stone can be worn on a necklace or amulet hanging near the throat because its blue color resonates with that chakra's energies. Wearing a turquoise can amplify the throat chakra's natural attributes of improving clarity and communication. The stone is also said to improve vocal chord health and thyroid function.
To Attract Money
Turquoise is also believed to be effective in attracting wealth. Russian horse dealers believed that the stone had the power to help them sell their horses at a higher price than what they were worth.
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