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From the French aventure, meaning "chance",
aventurine is usually assumed to be green if a color is not
associated with it. Aventurine has been confused with
amazonite and jade. Extremely high quality aventurine (without the inclusions), looks
like an emerald. Translucent aventurine often fades in the
sun.
There was a custom of assigning various masculine and feminine
saints with a particular gem for use in talismans. The name Andrew
(patron Saint Andrew) is associated with aventurine.
Aventurine is said to aid in the release of anxieties and fears, promoting emotional tranquility and positive attitudes towards life. It is also thought to enhance leadership qualities and reinforce decisiveness.
Aventurine
enhances
creativity, imagination, independence, prosperity, career success, calmness
and balance. It helps us see alternatives and potentials.
It is considered to be helpful in treating disorders of the heart,
lungs, and the muscular system. It has
also been useful in the treatment of eyesight and hair problems.
Aventurine is the anniversary gemstone for the 8th year of marriage. |
