Tourmaline, Watermelon, Chip Bracelet
Watermelon Tourmaline
Optimism, Spontaneous living, Joyfulness, Loving.
Chakras: Heart, Higher Heart
Birthstone: Gemini, Sagittarius
Specifications:
Hardness: 7-8
Composition: Crystalline boron silicate mineral
Formula: Na(Li 1.5 Al 1.5 )Al 6 (Si 6 O 18 )(BO 3 ) 3 (OH) 3 (OH)
Origin: Brazil, Africa and United States
Colour: Traditionally, this gem has a pink center with a ring of green around the edge. Sometimes, a colourless ring separates these colours. “Reverse” watermelon tourmalines, with a green core and pink edge, also occur.
Oils/Herbs: Cardamom, geranium, rose and vanilla.
Other Descriptions:
The pink or red centre of these crystals forms first, after which , a shift in chemistry in the geothermal fluid that creates the crystal occurs. Instead of manganese, which causes the pink colour, iron enters the solution, which imparts a green hue to the crystal.
Metaphysical Healing Properties
Watermelon tourmaline is often used in grid work, mediation and energy work. It helps one to access the deepest parts of ones heart and facilitates activation of the Higher Heart located in the region of the Thymus gland. Increased amplification of the Higher Heart enables soul communication by opening the channels of telepathy with realms beyond the third dimension. The resonance of the Watermelon Tourmaline brings one into alignment with the properties of the Higher Heart, enabling greater compassion, empathy, deep calm, bliss and euphoria. Accessing True Self and purpose can be initiated by use with this stone.
Harmonizes /Combines with:
Thulite, Oregan Opal, Andean Pink Opal and Pink Calcite. For activation of the Higher Heart, use with Satyaloka Rose Azeztulite and Rosophia.
History:
The name, Watermelon Tourmaline was coined by George Robeley Howe in a newspaper account in 1910 when describing specimens.
Disclaimer: Crystal properties are listed for information purposes only and are not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult a physician for proper medical treatment.
Due to the natural formation of this gemstone, slight variation in gemstone and colour are to be expected.