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It's sad how a
certain type of black obsidian came to be known as Apache Tears. |
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Legend tells us how the Pinal Apaches of Arizona had been
tracked down and killed by the U.S. Military. The rest of
the brave who had gotten away found themselves trapped at the
top of some cliffs. Rather than being killed or taken
captive by the white man, they choose to leap to their deaths.
The tribe's women and children gathered at the base of the
cliffs, where they wept for their loved ones. Each tear
that fell turned into a tear-shaped drop of transparent, block
obsidian. Now Apache Tears are used by Native Americans in
grieving and celebrating the passing of loved ones.
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is so much more to these dark, transparent stones than what they
have come to represent.
Shamans use these stones to
strengthen the power of prophecy and the healing of physical
problems. |
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Apache Tears grant forgiveness
and understanding in distress as well as ward off danger.
These tear-drops can be used in
calming and healing heartache.
They are also used for
protection during astral travel, meditation and as a good luck
stone. |
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An Apache Tear is a great
stone to have in your healing collection.
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Healing Stones For Women
- Amber:
Gentle Stone
- Amethyst:
Master Healing Crystal
- Apache Tear:
Grief Stone
- Red Coral:
Woman's Stone
- Garnet: Sex
Stone (woo-hoo)
- Jade:
Crystal of Tranquility
- Jasper:
Nurturing Stone
- Rose Quartz:
The Love Stone
- Smokey Quartz:
Emotional Balancer Stone
- Sodalite:
Stone of Peace
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Mark "The Man!" Casazza |
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Come in and see Tammy or Mark!
We can help you with your crystal and gemstone needs at
the Jeweled Maidens
today!
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