Amazonite pendant Brazil AB (holey stone) + cord

Amazonite from Brazil drilled approximately 30mm x 20mm.
Dimensions, shapes and colors may vary slightly from one stone to another.
Free waxed cotton cord

The Amazonite stone owes its name to the river, as it is said that it was discovered in large quantities in a river in the Amazon. However, studies have shown that it has been confused with another stone.
On the other hand, it has been established that amazonite is one of the fine stones used for thousands of years. An incalculable number of jewels dating from the Neolithic period were made with this stone and found in Jordan. Since ancient times, we find traces of this stone in Mesopotamia, India, Egypt, Sudan, etc.

In Mesopotamia, this stone was attributed to Tiamat, goddess of salt water, oceans and chaos. According to Babylonian mythology, this goddess is at the origin of creation. Following her union with the god of fresh water, she gave birth to the first gods.

In Egypt, amazonite was used to make jewelry and amulets. It was used in jewelry and was even found in the tomb of Tutankhamun on a scarab-shaped ring. This stone was found in rituals to protect the souls of the dead. In addition, the Egyptians used it for its virtues, including that of being a powerful antidote against insect or snake bites and stings. Part of the writings of the Book of the Dead were engraved on amazonite.

Among the Navajo Indians in North America, this stone honored the goddess Estsanatlehi, at the origin of the creation of Man. It also has protective functions. It is sometimes called Goddess of the Earth. Throughout the year, its appearance changes with the seasons. It goes from youth to maturity and from maturity to old age. Each winter, it is very weakened and it regains all its vitality in the spring.

Another legend from Greek mythology says that this stone was named Amazonite to honor the Amazon warriors and their courage. They carried shields decorated with this stone to protect them and give them strength. Thus, the Greeks also decorated their shields with Amazonite to obtain protection, courage and strength.

Research has shown that this stone was mainly widespread in the Sahara. Around 8,000 years BC, this region was very green and welcoming. Archaeologists have therefore found traces of ancient Amazonite deposits, and even remains of workshops where artisans worked this stone.

Today, Amazonite is used in jewelry to create bracelets, pendants, earrings, rings, and necklaces. Jewelers keep it in its raw state to bring out its unique patterns.

In lithotherapy, amazonite is considered a stone that brings tenderness. It is also called the stone of empathy. The wearer of this stone analyzes his feelings very well and lives a relatively peaceful life. He is lucky to easily understand the feelings of others, which allows him to get along well with those around him.

This stone brings happiness, because it blocks all negative emotions such as stress, fear, lack of self-confidence. Thus having an amazonite on you will naturally release positive energy. The wearer of this stone will know how to manage and put complicated situations into perspective.

This stone is excellent for people suffering from great sadness, a lack of desire to live, having various frustrations. It brings them the joy of living, it is also called the stone of happiness. It is even renowned in the event of a breakup, because it relieves the suffering that a separation causes.

Furthermore, it encourages one to fight against jealousy and resentment, while promoting self-confidence and creativity. It helps the mind to remain open to all new perspectives and facilitates involvement in new projects.

It is also a communication stone that facilitates exchanges with those around you. It can be very useful in a couple in the event of conflict. It encourages communication and often brings about reconciliation.