Peruvian turquoise bracelet

Turquoise – Meaning

Turquoise is likely the oldest ornamental stone used by humankind, carried for centuries as a talisman by kings, shamans, and warriors. It’s an opaque, soothing stone, closely associated with protection, power, justice, authority, and balance. Considered a stone for the brave, turquoise once decorated the daggers and swords of ancient warriors, believed to give leaders strength and inspire people to stand up for justice. It’s also said to support self-realization, spark creative problem-solving, and help stabilize mood swings.

For nearly a thousand years, Native Americans have mined turquoise and used it in sacred jewelry, believing it helps connect the mind with the universe. According to tradition, the stone’s color reflects the physical and emotional state of its wearer — fading when its owner is unwell or sad, and said to lose all color entirely upon their death, while growing more vivid when the wearer is happy and healthy.

Chrysocolla

Chrysocolla is known as a stone of communication. Its calm, turquoise energy is said to dissolve negativity and strengthen the power of your words, boosting your charisma. It’s also said to help express complex, creative ideas. In ancient Egypt, chrysocolla was called the “Stone of Wise Men,” believed to stimulate the mind and help its wearer solve problems through clever compromise. It was said to be Cleopatra’s favorite stone. North American Indigenous peoples used chrysocolla as a healing stone, believed to speed recovery from illness and to serve as a protective amulet.

Country of origin: Peru

Zodiac sign: Sagittarius, Taurus, Cancer, Aquarius, Libra, Aries, Gemini, Virgo

Element: Earth, Water

This bracelet harmonizes the Heart chakra.