Corundums

Corundum




This stone, linked with Apollo by the ancient Greeks, is worn to stimulate the third eye for the purpose of expanding psychic awareness. The corundum is the guardian of love promoting fidelity and attunes the feelings between lovers. It is worn during meditation to expand wisdom and/or to promote peace.

The corundum's use in defensive magick dates back to antiquity. It is worn in protective jewelry and during rituals designed to return negativity to its sender.

The stone has a legendary ability to guard an owner from captivity. It finds favor in litigation and legal matters if the wearer is in the right. corundum has been use as an aide to healing ailments of the eyes. It is also considered a booster for the immune system, protecting the body in general from disease. corundum strengthens the heart and kidneys, activates pituitary gland, thereby aiding entire glandular system. It helps to align body/mind/spirit, stimulates psychic abilities, clarity and inspiration, creative expression, loyalty, love. It aids connection with Higher Self/Spirit Guides, strengthens will, expands cosmic awareness, dispels confusion. And, corundum is excellent for meditation.

Crystal System:
Hexagonal
Cell Salt:
Aluminum oxide
Color:
White, gray; brown to black; deep red (Ruby); blue (Sapphire); black, from a mixture of magnetite, hematite or spinel (Emery).
Energy:
Projective
Element:
Air and Fire
Planet/Sign:
Mercury/Virgo;  Jupiter/Sagittarius
Stone Lore:
Corundum was among seven stone amulets worn for protection by the sea-faring peoples of ancient Greece. Rolled yellow and blue corundum pebbles have been found in streams down in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Medicine Uses:
Corundum provides a cure all for ills of the world. There are several colorful varieties of corundum, each with their own individual healing properties.