Amazonite is a semi-precious stone that is a variety of microcline feldspar. It is usually polished to be a cabochon and is able to display a lustrous reflection of light that is caused by its inclusions. This stone could be mined in Brazil, the United States, Russia, Zimbabwe, Australia and Namibia.



It is typically colored ranging from a light green or verdigris to a blue green, is mottled and could also occasionally contain light striations. It is a relatively soft with a hardness of just 5 to 6 on the Mohs scale.

It is a semi-opaque semi-precious stone which was extensively used by the Egyptians. It is referred to as the stone of courage. It is also said to have been named after Amazon warriors. There has also been some archaeological evidence which suggests that Amazonians have been a matriarchal society in the Bronze Age. There has also been another legend which says that the stone's name has been so because of where it was found first - in the Amazon River.

Amazonite is known for several healing and holistic properties. It is been said to have the ability to enhance creative expression, unite with life and align astral bodies. It is also known to improve self-confidence and perception of oneself. Amazonite is believed to be a soothing stone which could offer confidence and could be great for the throat chakra. This stone is also known as the "hope stone" as it could inspire confidence as well as hope.