Rocks and Crystals - Properties

One carnelian against all evil and envy
One moonstone to make you sleep
One red coral to heal your wounds
One lapis lazuli against quartan fever
One small jasper to help you find water
One small topaz to soothe your eyes
One red ruby to protect you from lightning
(from "Amahl and the Night Visitors", © 1951 Gian Carlo Menotti)

These pages are intended as an introduction to Rocks and Crystals and their properties. In such a small scope, it is just not possible to present an in-depth study of all the material you are likely to need - nevertheless, it is my hope that you will find this information useful.

A Basic Collection	The rocks and crystals that no collection can afford to be without.
The Precious Gems	The favourites of the jewellers, each with their own special properties.
Worth Thinking About	A small selection of the more unusual rocks and crystals that will be a particularly useful addition to a serious collection.
Local Interest	Some rocks from Derbyshire.
Animal and Vegetable Kingdoms	Some "rocks" that did not originate in the ground.
Man-made stones	So-called "created" or synthetic stones, and stones that have had their properties enhanced by artificial means.
The Chakras	A set of stones suitable for Chakra stimulation or balancing.
Libyan Desert Glass	A new discovery? Well, actually, scientists have known about it since the 1930s... but the esoteric schools are only just beginning to latch on to it, despite its remarkable properties.
Where to Get Rocks	Local and International sources.

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