Amazonite pendant Peru AA silver 925

The Amazonite stone owes its name to the river, because it is said that it was discovered in large quantities in a river in the Amazon. However, studies have shown that there has been confusion with another stone.
On the other hand, it has been established that amazonite is one of the fine stones used for thousands of years. Countless pieces of jewelry dating back to the Neolithic era were made with this stone and found in Jordan. Since Antiquity, we have found traces of this stone in Mesopotamia, India, Egypt, Sudan, etc.

In Mesopotamia, this stone was attributed to Tiamat, goddess of salt waters, oceans and chaos. According to Babylonian mythology, this goddess is at the origin of creation. Following her union with the god of fresh waters, 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 ring in the shape of a scarab. This stone was found in rituals to protect the souls of the dead. Furthermore, the Egyptians used it for its virtues, notably that of being a powerful antidote against the stings and bites of insects or snakes. Part of the writings from 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. She is sometimes called Earth Goddess. Throughout the year, its appearance changes with the seasons. It passes from youth to maturity and from maturity to old age. Each winter, it is very weakened and it regains all its vitality in spring.

Another legend from Greek mythology says that this stone was named amazonite to pay tribute to 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 BC, this region was very green and welcoming. Archaeologists have therefore found traces of ancient deposits of amazonite, 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 bringing 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 enough to easily understand the feelings of others, which allows him to get along well with those around him.

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

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

Furthermore, it encourages us 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 stone of communication which 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.