Beautiful and mysterious, crystals have been used for thousands of years for decoration, adornment, protection and healing. archaeologists have discovered beads, amulets, carvings and jewellery made of amber, citrine, lapis, garnet, carnelian, quartz and other crystals in excavations in every part of the world. Rulers wore rings and crown set with precious gems. shamans and healers used amulets and gemstone remedies for healing and protection. Crystal healing has been used in many different cultures throughout history, including the Hopi Native Americans of Arizona and the Hawaiian islanders, some of whom still use them to this day. In Egypt, jade amulets were found in the tombs and burial chambers because of their supposed power to guide souls in the afterworld. The Chinese still attribute extensive healing powers to jade, and some other eastern cultures believe that emerald will strengthen the memory and increase intelligence.
