Turquoise

Turquoise is believed to protect against evil and bring strength, health and luck. It has a long history of use and is considered sacred by many cultures. Turquoise has historically been worn to protect against harmful spells, evil intent and spiritual harm. It has been worn as an amulet for protection, strength and good health. Turquoise is often used to cleanse negative energy and electromagnetic energy. It has a calm, balancing energy that can stabilise mood swings and bring relief to the exhausted and overworked. This crystal is sacred to a wide range of Native American cultures and is frequently found in clothing decoration, jewellery and talismans. Apache medicine men in particular considered it a powerful talisman essential for their work. The Anistasi of south-western America used the act of turquoise carving to welcome a guardian spirit. Across Native American and Amerindian cultures turquoise has a range of attributes but is primarily believed to protect and form a connection with the spirit world.