Beryl
Description: Beryl is found in shades of yellow, gold, white, blue, or green. We will be discussing the golden variety. Beryl crystallizes as prismatic crystals, sometimes being terminated by small pyramid-shaped faces and sometimes being striated.
Location: Beryl is found in the U.S., India, and Russia.
Astrological Sign: Moon
Spiritual Uses: Golden beryl is representative of purity on all levels of being. It can support the potential of each of us as people, giving us guidance. The stone has an ability to teach its user to cease doing the unnecessary, and aids in the filtering out of distractions and unnecessary stimulation. Beryl can help its user to lead a less stressful life by relieving stress and calming the mind. It has long been used to increase psychic awareness, and was called the stone of the seer. Its energy tells us that there is no obstacle too great for our confidence and conviction to resolve, and assures us that we can remain open to the solution. Its very nature has an opening effect, and it opens and activates both the crown and solar plexus chakras. This stimulates a balance between the intellect and spirituality. In ceremonial magic, beryl can be used to provide insight into conducting the rite.
Physical Uses: Like aquamarine, Beryl is related to the sea, and can be worn to give protection against storms while on the water, as well as guarding against drowning and seasickness. It has been used physically for treatment of disorders of the heart and spine, and can also be useful in the treatment of concussions and damage to the head. Beryl is a lover’s stone, being used to strengthen their relationship, and for single folk, it is worn to attract love. Another of its many uses is to send energy into the body, especially useful for times of studying, when it helps to increase retention of information. For healing, beryl is excellent for relieving liver ailments, swollen glands, and diseases of the eyes. It is also used for the elimination organs, such as kidneys and intestines. It is believed by gem healers to help strengthen the circulatory and pulmonary systems, helping them to resist toxins and pollutants. Beryl, especially in conjunction with Lapis Lazuli, is used as a sedative by some.
History: In the fifth century in Ireland, Beryl spheres known as specularii were used by scryers. Scrying with beryl should only be practiced during the Waxing Moon for best results because of its associations with lunar energy. It can be worn or placed on the altar during Full Moon rituals. In the sixteenth century, beryl was worn to help win debates and arguments while still causing its bearer to be well mannered and amiable. In the thirteenth century, the stone was carried to attract friendship and make peace with enemies. The stone was reported back in 1220 by Arnoldus Saxo to give help against foes in battle.
Different Types: Beryl comes in many different colors, such as red and green.