Goldstone is a man-made glass. It is also called "aventurine glass", monkstone, or monk's gold.
It is made in a low-oxygen-reducing atmosphere. The most common form of goldstone is reddish-brown, containing tiny crystals of metallic copper. Goldstone also exists in other color variants based on other elements added. Cobalt or manganese can be substituted for copper. The resulting crystals have a more silvery appearance resulting in blue goldstone or purple goldstone. Green goldstone forms its reflective particles from chromium oxides. It has a Mohs hardness of 6. Goldstone is often mistaken for a natural mineral.
Is it possible for glass to have energetic metaphysical qualities? Some people say "NO!", but others note that obsidian, moldavite, and Apaches tears are natural glass and throughout history man-made glass has been used a great deal in a spiritual manner and religious ritual, as glass is able to form a transparent and reflective barrier, deflecting unwanted energies, it is said to represent spiritual protection.
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Planet: Venus and Jupiter
Element: Fire and Earth
Care: You
care for it just like you would glass. It can be easily scratched, but it can
stand being cleansed in water and soil just fine. I would leave it out of direct sunlight as it can fade color. Other cleansing methods are selenite, sound, and smoke.
Goldstone assists in
attaining goals. It is called the stone of ambition. It boosts your drive and confidence, paving the way for all your dreams to
come true, regardless of how crazy or wild. It is a symbol of ingenuity,
ambition, and drive. It is believed to reduce tension, revitalize you and
encourage a positive attitude. It increases self-acceptance and aids in
learning. Blue Goldstone is thought to be the ideal stone for empathy. It is a stone of happiness, bringing optimism, pleasure, and joyfulness.
We have a small amount of Goldstone available in our Facebook group, including small tumbles for just $1 each!
Do you think glass has metaphysical properties?