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Saturday 15 January 2011

A Word on "Spinel"

Spinel is a precious gem of transparent red, darkish and yellowish red. Red color of spinel is so close to ruby that quite a few spinels were wrongly mistaken as rubies in the past. Ruby popularly known as ‘Black Prince’ among the jewels of the British Brown is not actually a ruby but it is a red spinel.
Spinel alleviates stress, depression and promotes mental rejuvenation. Most commonly used to aid in detox (together with fasting, enemas, and alcohol/chemical detox of blood and organs, including skin). Encourages moderation of all excesses and aids in the detoxification of both the blood and the mind. Helps lessen anxieties. Benefits the skin. Said to be an aid in fasting. The name may be derived from the Latin word spinella, meaning "little thorn", possibly referring to the fact that some spinel crystals are found with sharp points. It has a rejuvenating energy, helping us to be renewed, refreshed and restored. It can encourage our attempts at difficult tasks and to overcome all obstacles. It can help increase the positive aspects of ones personality. It is said to be the stone of immortality. It can help ease stress and depression, bringing calm to those using the stone. It is a stone that is good for healing and aura cleansing. It is useful for astral travel, channeling and clairaudience. It is helpful reduce our forgetfulness. It has been used to attract money, wealth and prosperity...read more...