TURQUOISE

Hardness : 5 - 6

A Phosphate. Usually occurs in light blue or green microcrystalline masses, nodules and veins. Light and fragile. Soluble in hydrochloric acid when heated.

Metaphysical Properties: Aligns and elevates chakras. Aligns meridians. Enhances communication skills. Good for spiritual attunement. Excellent grounding stone. Use in mediations and for astral travel. Emits a soothing energy. Helps one develop natural powers. Excellent healing stone.

Muscle tissue. Regeneration. Stress. Headaches.

Corresponding astrological sign : Sagittarius