Genuine Emerald Beaded Strandsz As the birthstone for May, the emerald, a symbol of rebirth, is believed to grant the owner foresight, good fortune, and youth. Emerald, derived from the word "smaragdus," means, quite literally, "green" in Greek. Emerald is a life-affirming stone. It opens the heart chakra and calms the emotions. It provides inspiration, balance, wisdom, and patience. It is said to promote friendship, peace, harmony, and domestic bliss by enabling the wearer to both give and receive unconditional love. It is believed that one who is in possession of an Emerald will be provided with the protection of God, blessed with good fortune, posses mystical powers, have strengthened memory, intelligence, and the ability to predict the future. BERYL Metaphysical Properties: It was viewed as a healing stone in ancient Greece, where precious beryl was dipped into drinking water and that water was drunk to remove kidney stones and bladder ailments. Some oral traditions state that beryls of all kinds make the lazy more industrious and the slow-minded more clever. This listing includes ONE unfinished strand per order* Gemstone: Natural Emerald BerylColor: Light Bluish GreenTransparency: TransparentShape: RoundelleCut: Faceted BeadStone Size (mm): 2-4Total Carat Weight: approx 32ctLength: 18 inchesTreatment: OiledSKU: 6142780
