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I have been at this a long time! 20 years in fact. I have had a lot of fun over the years and had my share of recognition when this medium ...
Celebrating Libra's in October!
So what do they say about Libras?
Latin for "the Balance" or "the Scales", from the Greek word Zygos. Libra is balance and achieving balance is their life goal. Libra will work with concentration and relax with dedication. Libras can captivate others with their sharp intellects, allowing them to entertain people for hours, they are equally awesome listeners. Making decisions can certainly be tricky as you need to analyse things carefully in order to make the very best decision which often sees the scales get tipped back and forth in the process. Continual assessment, consideration and evaluation are mentally exhausting... but with all of these experiences come discernment and confidence.
Librans love beauty and can seem superficial as they place emphasis on the visual beauty, however they can also see unseen beauty in those that most of us would not see. Beauty flows through them in creative expressions like music as well as the arts. Some Libras do seek perfection, which can make life trying for those who live with them. Love and marriage is important to Libra. (My daughter is libra - so true!!)
Birthstones for Libras can be sapphire if born in September or topaz if born in October.
But wait there's more!
Don't limit yourself to one stone. So many may speak to you. Bloodstone for example is a great stone for Libras (my daughters favorite). It aligns all levels. It strengthens the will to 'do good'. (works with the Libras desire for justice) It helps you to be present in the moment. Bloodstone also assists to revitalise love, relationships and friendships.(Love and relationships are very important to Libras) Use to dispel states of bewilderment and obscure thought. (because you know Libras need order!)
So to honor Libras, I have made this pendant.
African Bloodstone pendant with brecciated jasper and quartz accents, wrapped in copper.
Are you a Libra? What stone speaks to you?
March Birthstones - Aquamarine and Bloodstone
Bloodstone comes out of the ground like this:
You may be more used to seeing it polished for jewelry use like this (from Rings & Things):

Then you have stones that have been carved, faceted and shaped for other purposes.
I have a great example of a bloodstone pendulum:

Aquamarine - most of of think of these stones as this -

or as beads (From Rings & Things)

Then for the rock hounds in us, you may like to collect specimens like this:
Aquamarine right out of the ground, cleaned and perfect for display!

I have always had an affinity toward stones. I love them. I was the kid that always had a pocket full of rocks that I picked up during the day because one of them was going to be a treasure!
Happy Birthday March Babies!!!!!
Celebrate March with Aquamarine and Bloodstone!
Did you know.....
Aquamarine is a variety of beryl. It is the "stone of courage". It encourages the innate ability to "always be prepared". Aquamarine also accelerates the intellectual reasoning process.
Bloodstone is a variety of quartz. Bloodstone is also a "stone of courage"! It helps to demonstrate unselfishness and idealism, and to improve talents and creative efforts.
Happy Birthday all my March babies!!!!
March birthstones
Birthstones for the calendar month of March are aquamarine and bloodstone.
Aquamarine comes from the Roman word - Aqua, meaning water and mare, meaning sea.
Aquamarine varies in color from blue to green. Aquamarine is a color variety of the mineral beryl giving blue beryl the name aquamarine.
Aquamarine is known as a stone of courage and fortitude. It is reputed to assist with calming communication issues. Mystical and folk lore states that it is attuned to the sea, and protects travelers on water, and sailors.
An alternate birthstone for March is Bloodstone. Bloodstone is a deep green stone with small red specks. The small red specks are where the stone gets its name. The name Bloodstone derives from the legendary belief that the red coloration resulted from the blood of Christ spilling onto green jasper during the crucifixion. For this reason, too, the stone has been called "martyr's stone."
Bloodstone is excellent for centering and grounding. It is said to help with calming, particularly in survival situations. It brings mystical energies of increasing adaptability and organization, and lessening confusion and anxiety. It is said to be a a stone of courage, bringing mental, physical and emotional renewal by releasing blockages.
Both aquamarine and bloodstone share the element of bringing courage to the wearer.
Where can you find these stones?
Ring & Things is one of the few suppliers I have found that have bloodstone. The have a nice selection of both,
aquamarine # 21-888-099-01
and
bloodstone # 21-888-098
There ya have it! Two beautiful stones for the month of March! Think of the possibilities!