About Alexandrite
A rare and prized color-change variety of chrysoberyl, appearing green in daylight and red/purple in incandescent light. It's a stone of good fortune, balance, and joyful transformation, enhancing creativity and intuition.
Primary Hues
Green in daylight, Red/Purple in incandescent light (color-change effect)
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of good fortune, luck, and transformation. Believed to balance emotions, enhance creativity, and strengthen intuition. Aids in centering oneself.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Wheel of Fortune
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents cycles- change- and destiny- aligning with Alexandrite's color-change and transformative properties.
Justice
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes balance- fairness- and seeing both sides of a situation- resonating with Alexandrite's perceived ability to balance perspectives.
Associated Deities
Janus
Pantheon: Roman
Domain: Beginnings- Transitions- Doorways
Rationale: Janus- the two-faced god- mirrors Alexandrite's dual nature and association with change.
Hermes
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Transitions- Messengers- Boundaries
Rationale: Hermes' role as a guide through transitions aligns with Alexandrite's adaptive energy.
Metaphysical Uses
Balancing Energies Meditation
Prosperity Altar Focus
Transformational Contemplation
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