Margaret Ann Lembo - The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals and Stones

Llewellyn Publications

Woodbury, Minnesota

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The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals and Stones 2013 by Margaret Ann Lembo.

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First e-book edition 2013

E-book ISBN: 9780738732787

Book design by Bob Gaul
Cover art: Rose quartz and crystal iStockphoto.com/mykeyruna
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Cover design by Adrienne Zimiga
Editing by Laura Graves
Interior art: Gemstone photos Andy Frame except cube
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This book is dedicated to the customers and the staff of

The Crystal Garden. It is also dedicated to all the rock hounds, rock dealers,
New Age metaphysical stores and retail owners, numerologists, astrologers, and spiritual teachers around
the world. Thank you for all that you taught me
over the years, enabling me to compile the information, wisdom, and knowledge in this book.

Contents

Name of stone; Key phrase; Color; Chakra(s); Planet(s); Number(s); Element(s); Mohs scale; Astro sign(s);
Affirmation; Spiritual uses; Mental uses; Emotional uses; Physical uses; Divine guidance; About the stone

Acknowledgments

I would like to acknowledge the energy of the muses, spirit guides, angels, and Master Teachers who have helped me recall the information that has been poured into this book. There were many times when I felt and knew that a force much greater than myself was providing the deep insight into the energy of the crystals, stones, and minerals discussed within these pages. Perhaps this deeper insight came from the Gemstone Guardians or a higher level of myself. Whatever the case may be, it is not important what that force is called. What is important is my gratitude for my ability to be a channel for this information.

My gratitude goes to all my rock dealers, especially Bob Nelson at Raiders of the Lost Art, Quasar Gems, Joseph Neto and Delson Correa at Underground Crystals, Susan and Bobby Buchannan at Seeds of Light, and Pat Diamond (and dearly departed Michael Diamond) for their generosity in helping to find the stones for the photos in this bookas well as for their years of friendship and camaraderie.

Special thanks goes to Bill Krause at Llewellyn. It is because of his request that Ive written this book. Thank you for recognizing that this book was in me! I am grateful to everyone at Llewellyn. I give special kudos to Elysia Gallo for her love of gems and geology. Thanks for your extensive input and advice to make this a complete guide.

Thank you Carol Rosenberg, my personal editor. She is an answer to my prayers. She has grace and finesse as she helps me polish my writing to make it the best it can be.

I am forever grateful to The Crystal Garden. I would like to acknowledge my customers, who have taught me so much. I especially bow to and salute my staff for holding the energy of love and well-being while providing excellent service. Their dedication allowed me the space to leave my store for many months at a time to sequester myself to write while on book tour. During the time this book was written, Pam Moore managed my store, which allowed me to be free to write. Thank you, Pam! I want to also acknowledge Dawn Seiler, Caitlin Ten Eyck, Darla Mini, Melissa Applegate, Judy Waters, and Chrissy Clark.

I would like to acknowledge certified gemologist Michael Zeff for his contribution to this book. The information in the About the Stone entries and the Gemology Basics section was provided by him to ensure accurate gemological information. Michael began his career in the jewelry business in 1974 as owner of Zeppo Merchandisers, Inc., and has been importing gemstones from Thailand, Mexico, and Brazil since 1975. He completed the GIA Graduate Gemology Program in 1985. I am honored to have had the opportunity to work with him.

Gratitude to Andy Frame Photography. Thanks to the good work of Andy and Julie Frame and their kids.

I send my thanks and blessings to all my readers and those who love crystals, minerals, and stones. It is you for whom this book came forth.

And I would like to give special honor to the many metaphysical, New Age, and earth-centered bookstores, gift stores, centers, studios, and rock shops around the planet that hold the energy of the magnificent gemstone kingdom. Thank you for hosting my events and sharing your customers with me throughout the years.

Most important, I have deep love and honor for my beloved, Vincent Velardez. His presence, love, and unwavering support allow me to be all that I can be. I am thankful to him for being my companion on all my book tours, waiting patiently for me during events, listening to my talks over and over again, and keeping me grounded and safe. Thank you, Vincent, for holding the space so I can write and share love.

Introduction

This book is about how to use crystals, minerals, rocks, gemstones, and metals in your everyday life. The uses described within are based on metaphysical principles. The word metaphysical pertains to that which transcends the physical. In other words, metaphysics encompasses what the physical and scientific world cannot define but we know clearly exists. The majority of the principles and information you will find here is based on higher wisdom and knowledge, which were channeled through me.

I know firsthand that these beautiful tools can help you in your spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical realignment and personal development. Crystals, minerals, rocks, metals, and gemstones are tools from the earth that can be used to assist you in staying focused on your intentions to create and maintain positive change in your life. In fact, intention is the foundation for the practice described in this book.