TourmalineTourmalines are well-known in metaphysical circles as wonderful crystals for healing and protection. Tourmalines are excellent for balancing the hemispheres of the brain, clearing away blockages, and transmuting negative energies. They promote compassion, empathy, and sympathy, and are excellent meditation aids.In general, Tourmaline can become electrically charged as a result of heat or pressure, which is a testament to the ability of these crystals to impact one’s energy field. Tourmaline is very grounding and helpful in releasing stress and tension. They can bring inspiration from higher realms into the chakras for processing within the body. All Tourmaline is thought to balance yin and yang energies, as well as the left and right hemispheres of the brainPhysical and Metaphysical Properties forProperties for Stone: TourmalinePrimary Chakra: Chakra-Varies-by-colorCrystal System:Trigonal-Crystal-SystemChemical Composition: AX3Y6(BO3)3 Si6O18(O,OH,F)4Astrological Sign: Aquarius, Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus, VirgoNumerical Vibration: Number-11Hardness: 7-to-7.5-HardnessColor: Blue, Green, PinkLocation: Brazil, IndiaRarity: CommonPronunciation: TOOR-muh-lin/TOOR-muh-leenMineral Class: SilicatesIssues and Ailments (Physical): Abrasions, Anemia, Cancer, Deafness, Ears-(Hearing), Epilepsy, Gout, Immune-System, Indigestion, Low-Blood-Pressure, Lymphatic-System, Muscles, Muscular/Skeletal, Sciatica, Sense-of-Smell, Sense-of-Taste, Taste, Tonsillitis, TumorsIssues and Ailments (Emotional): Abuse, Courage, Grief, Happiness, Harmony, Kindness, Melancholy, Peace, Stabilize-EmotionsIssues and Ailments (Spiritual): Auric-Cleanser, Masculine-EnergyGreen Tourmaline (Verdelite)Green Tourmaline, also called Verdelite, belongs to a group called Elbaite, which is a member of the Tourmaline family. Elbaite is by far the most colorful group, including Indicolite (blue to blue/green), Verdelite (green), Rubellite (pink) and Watermelon (pink with green rind).Green Tourmaline is often used to attract money and success by encouraging one to release inhibitions and reach for their true desires. Additionally, Green Tourmaline aids in connecting one to the cycles of life, which can be of great assistance in planning and implementing new projects. Green Tourmaline's inherent connection with the Earth makes it a great aid for those who enjoy working with various aspects of nature, and it has often been placed in gardens to encourage plant growth. This aspect of Green Tourmaline makes it possible for one to connect with the nature spirits using this crystal.Green Tourmaline is a supreme Heart Chakra Crystal that encourages strength and vitality. Like all Tourmalines, Green Tourmaline is a metaphysically protective stone which is said to balance and harmonize the chakras. Green Tourmaline is ideal for healing purposes, as it can focus its healing energies, clearing the aura, and removing blockages. Green Tourmaline is often used for opening and activating the Heart chakra, as well as providing a sense of peace and calm to the heart and nervous system. Due to its powerful effect on the Heart Chakra, Green Tourmaline can have healing effects on the physical heart.In general, Tourmaline can become electrically charged as a result of heat or pressure, which is a testament to the ability of these crystals to impact one’s energy field. Tourmaline is very grounding and helpful in releasing stress and tension. They can bring inspiration from higher realms into the chakras for processing within the body. All Tourmaline is thought to balance yin and yang energies, as well as the left and right hemispheres of the brain.Properties for Stone: Green TourmalinePrimary Chakra: Heart-ChakraCrystal System: Trigonal-Crystal-SystemChemical Composition: Na(Li, Al)3Al6Si6O18(BO3)3 (OH)4, Sodium Lithium Aluminum Boro-Silicate HydroxideAstrological Sign: CapricornNumerical Vibration: Number-6Hardness: 7-to-7.5-HardnessColor: GreenLocation: Brazil, Pakistan, RussiaRarity: CommonPronunciation: green TOUR-muh-leen / blak TOUR-muh-linMineral Class: Borosilicates-Mineral-Class, Silicates-Mineral-ClassIssues and Ailments (Physical): Balance-Masculine/Feminine, Blood-Pressure, Brain, Concentration, Eyes, Focus, Health-and-Healing, Heart, Reduce-WeightIssues and Ailments (Emotional): Depression, Self-ConfidenceIssues and Ailments (Spiritual): Nature-Connection, Prosperity
