over time, as it absorbs water, azurite changes into the mineral malachite. thus, the two are found together, creating a brilliant deep blue stone with flashes of green. the dark brilliance of azurite speeds the vibration of energy toward the spiritual realm.
azurite is formed from the oxidation of copper ores.
colour/appearance:
light to dark blue with green marking
sources:
azurite is found in copper mining areas such as australia, chille, the former ussr, africa, china
cleansing:
planet(s):
staurn
venus (jupiter)
zodiac:
sagittarius
element(s):
wind (fire)
chakra(s):
throat, third eye, crown
feng shui use:
center (spiritual growth/guidance)
northeast (wisdom)
negative directions (communication/remove problems)
physical:
liver stimulant
liver detoxification
stimulates brain and nerve activity
encourages growth by stimulating the activity of the thyroid gland
use with copper to increase the power of azurite.
emotional:
stimulates an increase in communication skills, intuition, creativity and inspiration
excellent stone for students who are studying for exams as it helps open the mind and make it more receptive to retaining information.
spiritual:
challenging stone
releases negative emotions
channeling stone
locations and rituals:
hold when doing out of the body traveling, as it will protect and bring you back to your body
place azurite on the third eye chakra during meditation. it will open up your inner sight