A-Z of Crystals

Turquoise

Turquoise

Meaning of Turquoise

Turquoise Crystal Meaning - The Brave of the Tribe, providing Strength, protection from harm, psychic sensitivity and connection to the spirit world
Healing properties of Turquoise
Aids against Acidity. Alleviates rheumatism, gout, stomach problems Increases growth, muscular strength. Alleviates pain, relaxes cramps. Contains anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects. Application: can be worn on the solar plexus

Physical Properties 

Group. Phosphates, Arsenates and Vanadates. Cleavage: Perfect, Good. Color: Blue, Blue green, Green, Green gray, Light blue.Density:2.6 - 2.8, Average = 2.7. Fracture: Conchoidal - Fractures developed in brittle materials characterized by smoothly curving surfaces, (e.g. quartz). Hardness: 5-6 - Between Apatite and Orthoclase Luminescence: Non-fluorescent. Luster-Waxy.