Blue Topaz is a quartz crystal, and like most topazes, starts out as being nearly clear. The gem is then irradiated to bring out its blue color and heated to make the change permanent. The hue of blue depends on the type of radiation exposed to the quartz crystals.
If the quartz crystals are hit with neutrons in a nuclear accerator, a grayish-blue or deep greenish-blue color is produced that is frequently referred to as London Blue Topaz. Irradiating topazes with electrons in a linear accelerator will produce Sky Blue Topaz. If the quartz crystals are exposed to both neutorns and electrons, Swiss Blue or Electric Blue Topaz will result with highly saturated colors. The gems must “rest” for at least a year if treated with neutrons before their radiation levels cool enough to allow them to be worn by people.
Most blue topaz has a modest value, so there’s little incentive for gemologists to create synthetic versions of the gem. By coating quartz crystals with titanium particles, a rainbow of colors is produce that is commonly referred to as Mystic Topaz. Since this effect is produced by a thin coating of titanium, Mystic Blue Topaz is extremely fragile and must be handeled with the greatest of care.
Even though Blue Topaz has a very unusual production technique, it performs wonderfully as a gemstone because it polishes up beatifully and has a very high refractive index. Blue Topaz makes a great durable gemstone, since it has a Moh’s Scale of 8.
In mystical and New Age healing beliefs, Blue Topaz carries the same healing properties as all forms of topaz: regulates heart action, promotes glandular health, stops bleeding and reduces fever and inflammations such as arthritis. The color of Blue Topaz is commonly considered to help clarity of the mind, aid in meditation and forgiveness. The calming effect of its blue color is believed to help its wearers let go of their anger and fosters forgiveness and reconciliation that leads a calmer and more fulfilling life.
John S. Brana’s collections of distinctive Blue Topaz Gemstone Jewelry include beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces designed to set the wearer apart from the crowd. Whether classic or contemporary, each piece is unique, meticulously handcrafted, and made from top-quality Blue Topaz gemstones.
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New to healing crystals, a few questions?
I want to purchase a healing crystal for someone close to me that deals with depression and insomnia. I understand you have to program and cleanse the crystal. If I am the one to do it, will the crystal still work for who I give it to? Or will it only work for me because I am the one who programmed it?
Second, do I have to align the crystal with the chakra, or can the person just carry it with them or keep it under their pillow while they sleep?
I have never done this before, so any other tips would be helpful. Thanks!
Answer
First off, obviously crystals should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care. With that said, crystals and other energy healing practices work wonderfully along side modern medicine. (And, yes, people, there is research to back this up.)
Now on to answering your question. You can most certainly program the crystals to help the person you are giving them to. I personally program all of the crystal healing jewelry I sell before I ship it to my customers.
The crystals will work fine if simply carried or kept under their pillow when sleeping. I personally have a special crystal dream pillow that I have under my actual pillow with crystals that enhance sleep and dreams. The chakra that best helps depression is the Solar Plexus, so having the crystals in a person’s pocket will have them fairly close to the chakra. Crystals will work as long as it is within a person’s aura field, however they do work best when touching skin. I always recommend that if you feel the need, reach into your pocket and hold the crystals.
Crystals that are best suited to assist with depression include Lapis Lazuli and Smoky Quartz (the 2 best) as well as Lepidolite and Jet. I would also recommend Rose Quartz as it is a very healing and loving stone. All of these crystals are simply to find at most local New Age/Metaphysical stores. Carrying these crystals continuously will work the best. Remember to have your friend cleanse the crystal every now and then by running it under cool water or placing it out in the full moon light. If you have any other questions you are welcomed to message me.
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