General Properties of Yellow Topaz: Clarity, strength, love, protection
Color: Golden, yellow, pinkish yellow brown
Element: Fire
Chakra: 3rd– power chakra, solar plexus
Planetary: Sun, Jupiter
Astrological: Sagittarius, Leo
Energy: Masculine/Projective
Goddess/God: Apollo
Geology: The yellow topaz called Imperial or sherry is considered the most valuable of the topaz. The majority comes from Brazil with small amounts found in Russia, Japan, Sri Lanka, Burma, Germany and the United States. Topaz is a hard stone rating 8 on Moh’s scale of hardness. Topaz is made of hard pyramid topped crystals and is a fluorosilicate of aluminum.
Physical Uses: Historically yellow topaz has been used by the Romans for protection when traveling, to prevent burns and to bring wealth and favor. In India the saffron yellow topaz was worn for health, wisdom and to prevent sudden death. The stone is beneficial for the eyes, to overcome nervous exhaustion, to energize the physical body, to stimulate digestion and to assimilate nutrients. If a yellow topaz is given as a gift between lovers and turns color it signals infidelity. When worn on the left hand the stone is said to prevent sleepwalking. It helps to protect the house against fire and theft. Use to prevent accidents.
Spiritual Uses: Hold the topaz in your left hand if you want to be invisible or go unnoticed. Place on the body of a dying person to help with a peaceful transition into the spirit world. Use in magic rituals for abundance and wealth. The stone can help increase intuition. Wear, hold or drink topaz infused water to recharge your energy. Use to repel enchantments.
Mental Uses: Helps to calm and clear the mind. Increases self-confidence.
Emotional Uses: Calms anger and disturbing emotions. Lightens the mood. Wear a topaz to attract love and friendship.
Sources:
Bourgalt, L. The American Indian Secrets of Crystal Healing.
Conway, D.J. Crystal Enchantments: A Complete Guide to Stones and Their Magical Properties
Cunningham, S. Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem & Metal Magic
Hall, J. 101 Power Crystals
Lembo, M. A. The Essential Guide Crystals, Minerals, and Stones
http://www.geo.utexas.edu/courses/347k/redesign/Gem_Notes/Topaz/topaz_main.htm
Juniper Wyndfyre is a gifted shaman/healer, Reiki Master and intuitive reader living in New Mexico. She is a certified laughter yoga leader &teacher and certified yoga meets dance instructor. Juniper teaches classes and workshops on various holistic health topics. All of her services are available long distance via phone or computer. She offers and designs programs for groups and travels upon request. To reach Juniper call 505-862-9343, email juniper@juniperhealingarts.net or visit her website www.juniperhealingarts.net
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