Abalone

Abalone is a univalve mollusk of the genus Haliotis. The shell is lined with mother-of-pearl, and used for ornamental purposes; the sea-ear.

Abalone is used in crystal and gemstone healing and is known for its relaxing effects. 

According to research on ancient civilizations, it is said that abalone is a gift from the sea, which creates a connection to the heart, healing it.  Abalone shell has been used in many cultures as a decorative jewelry and for carvings.  Studies on native northwest American Indians indicate that they used abalone for prayer.  A disc of abalone shell is worn on the forehead of Apache girls as they greet the sun in the morning of their initiation into womanhood.

Although it is used in crystal and gemstone healing, abalone is not actually a gemstone or a crystal. It is a mollusk that belongs to the same class of shellfish as scallops and clams. An abalone has a very strong shell and a flattened, oval shape with an iridescent interior.

Abalone is very beautiful and oftentimes is used as simple decoration, as it possesses the magnificent colors of the sea. An abalone is usually blue, indigo, green, yellow or pink and many abalones are a mix of several of these colors. It is a wonderful representation of the sea. It can be found off the coasts of China, Japan and South America. Several large species are found on the coast of California, clinging closely to the rocks.

Crystal and gemstone healing therapists suggest that abalone should be washed before being used.

First and foremost, abalone has a relaxing, peaceful effect. It radiates the energies of gentleness and comfort. Individuals who carry this stone with them report that just looking at an abalone makes them feel like they are back in the ocean.

Various sources claim that for concentration purposes or deep meditation, abalone is a very helpful stone as it is said to be associated with the first three chakras: The base chakra, the sacral chakra and the solar plexus.

Energy wise, abalone is well known for its muscle growth properties. It helps build muscle and protects muscle issue. It also improves digestion and the heart. It also aids the endocrine system.

For very stressful times abalone can be of great service as it can help an individual restore his emotional balance. Abalone is known to be very useful in times of extreme emotional strife. When emotions seem to be running rampart and when it seems like the mind does not have even one moment of peace and quiet, this is when the relaxing and soothing effect of abalone can come into play.

Some crystal and gemstone books also suggest that abalone can be helpful in psychic development.

Beautiful abalone crystals are usually quite cheap, so if you have been feeling a little emotional vulnerable and it seems like you could do with a little relaxation in your life, then consider purchasing an abalone.

Abalone strengthens the structure of the body and the functions of the heart chakra. Both pearl and abalone shell hold the same divinatory meaning:

o  Abalone shell is great for working through emotional issues, as it encourages calmness and soothing in emotional situations.

o  Abalone shell stimulates our intuition and imagination.

o  Holding a piece of abalone shell makes you feel beauty, love, comfort, caring, gentleness, delight, peacefulness, and solace.

o  Abalone shell connected with family in particular motherhood.

o  Abalone shell helps with the easy flow of feelings and sensitivities to others.

o  Abalone shell is intimately connected to the sea - it represents the tides of emotion.

o  Abalone shell helps give harmony to relationships.

o  Abalone shells play and variety of colors represent change as the beauty of existence.

o  A comforting shell to hold and very tactile.

o  Abalone shell increases our ability to be more emotionally expressive and encourages co-operation between ourselves and others.

o  Abalone shell is extremely useful in stimulating our psychic development.

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References:

Raphaell, Katrina (1987). Crystal Healing: Applying the Therapeutic Properties of Crystals and Stones. New Mexico: Aurora Press; Hall, Judy (2006). Crystal Prescriptions: The A-Z Guide to Over 1,200 Symptoms and Their Healing Crystals. Hampshire: O Books; Hall, Judy (2003). The Crystal Bible. Ohio: Walking Stick Press; Hall, Judy (2007). The Encyclopedia of Crystals. Massachusetts: Fair Winds Press; Gienger, Michael (2005). Healing Crystals: The A-Z Guide to 430 Gemstones. Moray: Findhorn Press