Serpentine Stone Beads
Different
mineral are used to form Serpentine beads, and all these minerals
are grouped together and that group has been given a name i.e. "Serpentine".
As the coloration milieu of these beads is similar to that of
snakes, therefore, the name "serpentine" has been
originated from "serpent", which means snake. The most
common color of these beads is green. Apart from green, the other
colors are mauve, gray, brown, golden yellow, olive green, and
black. Serpentine beads are found in two forms, one is translucent
and other is opaque. These beads are a good substitute of jades in
the jewelry industry. Serpentine beads are often used in cabochons,
carvings and for making jewelry as gemstone beads. In the rough
serpentine beads, there is a silky feel. After polishing, these
beads get an attractive touch and these attractive serpentine beads
are used in prayers and meditation. The major countries, where these beads are found are China, England, U.S.A and New Zealand. The zodiac signs, Virgo, Capricorn and Gemini are associated with these serpentine beads. The modern thinkers believe that these beads have ample emitting capacity of healing vibration and these are also indulged with clear energy flow. The serpentine beads are relatively soft and the relative hardness of these beads is only 2.5 to 4.5. To keep the beads as remain intact, these should be protected from rubbing and from chemicals.
Serpentine Stone
Color: Green, but may have patches or markings of white, black and yellow.
Hardness: 2 - 5.5
The stone is called serpentine because of its color and markings resembling the skin of snakes. Highly valued marbles such as Connemara are mixtures of Serpentine and marble. It is found in the regions of New Zealand, China, South Africa, Italy, England and USA.
Serpentine is a powerful healing stone that aids the clearing of blocked areas, bringing the chakras back in balance, and is particularly beneficial for the heart charka. The stone is said to promote good luck and can help people reach their business and personal dreams and desires. Serpentine can be helpful in the rise of Kundalini. It stimulates the pathway that Kundalini will travel and can lessen the discomfort which is sometimes associated with Kundalini rising.
