Stone Lore - A

African Jade aka Emerald Quartz

Provides self-control and creates calm. Inspires pragmatic qualities in life. Dispels grudges. Alleviates physical pain. Cools anger and defuses explosive situations. Counteracts intense emotions that squelch reason.

Amazonite

Self-awareness and Love, Encourages new methods to attain goals. Manifest and retain pure energy of universal love. General health maintenance. Calms. Balances moods. Dispels sadness. Problem solving achieved through balance of rational thought and intuition. Self-determination.

Amethyst

Stone of Spirituality and Contentment. Represents metamorphosis. Stabilizes aura and transmutes negative energy. Brings stability, strength and peace. Assists in meditation. Protects against psychic attack. Encourages business affairs to prosper. Helps one to deal with loss. Enhances inspiration and intuition. Assists in overcoming addictive behavior. Helps relieve tension.

Aragonite aka Bubble Stone

Soothes acute nervousness. Encourages flexibility and open mindedness while remaining focused. Believed to fortify immune system. Fosters insight into the root of a problem. Promotes patience during times of feeling overwhelmed as well as sound thinking.

Aventurine