Agate is a form of chalcedony found in all varieties of colours.Agate calms the mind and is very grounding and protective and is used for general good health as this stone connects to the planet and not the stars. Agate attracts wealth and health one of the best general healing stones. Astrologically Agate is for Gemini. This specimen slice of agate is from Brazil.

Amazonite is a stone for the new age, very soothing for the central nervous system, imparting strength and stability during periods of transition. This stone helps with all major illness connecting to the CNS aiding the stomach and the heart.

Amber is a fossilized tree resin dating back 20 to 40 million years ago. Its colour varies from golden yellow to orange and red also found in mexico are blue and green varieties; these are softer and not so old as the baltic amber. Amber is very good in absorbing negative energies from others and oneself it also absorbes negative energy in the environment it is placed in. It aids the memory, heals wounds and attracts good fortune. Amber associates with the manipura chakra which is directly connected to the digestion and the adrenal glands liver and spleen. The different colours of amber associate to the relative chakras i.e green amber is a good mineral for asthma the heart chakra. Astologically amber relates to the firery Leo.This specimen of baltic amber is around 40 million years old and has captured inside insects of various types from ants to flies as it was forming.

Amethyst is a quartz with manganese creating different shades of purple according to the iron presence during formation. This mineral is a classic third eye stone opening and activating the sixth sense allowing inner vision and protecting you during the visions. Amethyst is very soothing a mineral that is good for all the chakras to sooth them. It also helps restless sleep and aids insomnia. This stone is a great teacher allowing us to learn the lessons of our karma so we don`t have to keep making the same mistakes again and again. Amethyst helps the regulation of the bodily functions via aiding the pituitary gland and psychic work by activating the pineal gland this is a great stone for aiding meditation and for creating a protective environment. This stone associates with the astrological signs of Pisces and Aquarius.

Ametrine is a mixture of Amythest and Citrine. Basically where Amythest is in the process of turning into Citrine. This stone gives you all the properties of Amythest and that of citrine, the Amythest will be self cleansing due to the citrine which is self cleansing. Moreover this stone is a good heart stone allowing access to stubborn trapped emotions releasing the blockages of the past allowing the user to regain lost powers caused by blockages of emotion. Ametrine helps to still the nerves and calm the heart this makes this stone ideal for examinations or any kind of tests where you would feel nervous. Ametrine is a Libra stone associating to balance and inner harmony.

Apatite stimulates the intellect and mind. It boosts the immune system as well as increasing communication skills. It can be used to create a better result while working with other crystals for healing. It promotes the spiritual vision and helps those seeking clairvoyance. The golden crystals help suppress the appetite and increase feelings of well being, endowing the user with strength, courage and peace.

Apophyllite is a silica oxide as is quartz crystal but has grown in tetra or four sided growth structures rather than six sided as that of quartz. The natural pyramids are perfect for all kinds of uses from laying on of stones to feng shui. The apophyllite brings a bright and joyous energy to the environment where it is placed and helps fight depression. When worked with it can help the individual to charge the energy centres of the body and bring abundance of bright white light into the mind promoting joy and happiness. Apophyllite can be used to promote astral projection and protect you during the journey, allowing you to remember the lessons learned and the knowledge gathered during the out of body experience. This mineral aids the opening of the crown chakra to allow the universal energies to come into the body. It is good for headaches and, placed on the painful place, will ease the suffering. It will also sooth sore eyes and clear the vision. Apophyllite is primarily a Libra stone.

Aquamarine is a form of Beryl ranging from green to blue in colour. This mineral is very good for clearing the mind and helps to express creativity and spiritual insight and is very calming, soothing and refreshing for the body, mind and spirit. Aquamarine accelerates the spiritual and intellectual development and is known as "the stone of courage". This mineral also gives you the strength to get through difficult situations. Aquamarine aids communications on all levels especially on the physical and spiritual planes and will also boost the immune system helping ward of infections.Works best on the heart chakra if green and throat chakra when blue. Here we have some natural samples a cabachon and a beautiful faceted aquamarine set in the center of a pentagram made in 9 ct gold.

Aventurine comes from the quartz family.This mineral is very calming and relaxing.It purifies the mind and emotions and promotes a positive attitude towards yourself and life.It activates the heart chakra and brings out love and affection.This mineral is very good for balancing energies particularly the emotions.A very good stone for meditation allowing access to deep meditative states of mind.This stone was traditionally used for fertility rites as it aids fertility.Asrologically this stone associates with Libra.Here we have a fine specimen as a wand for healing work on the chakras and a doja a traditional Eastern Meditation tool used by monks for eons.And a tumble stone with a hole in to be worn.

Azurite grows in granular masses and crystalline structures ranging from light blue to deep royal blue. Azurite slowly grows into malachite and therefore has a high copper content. This mineral activates the third eye and throat chakras helping to give spiritual guidance and insight aiding you to express yourself in the best way possible. Azurite helps to develop intuitive, psychic and channeling abilities and gives you the courage to speak up for yourself at the right time or to remain silent when necessary. Azurite is very helpful for meditation to reach higher levels aiding access to meditative states of mind. Here we have three samples:-two granular masses and one fine crystalline piece.