Discover the ancestral properties of the 12 stones associated with the 12 months of the year. Choose your stone according to your birth month, that of a loved one, or a date that has marked you. Slip it into the hollow of your ILADO amulet alone, or in association with your other gris-gris.
Discover the ancestral properties of the 12 stones associated with the 12 months of the year. Choose your stone according to your birth month, that of a loved one, or a date that has marked you. Slip it into the hollow of your ILADO amulet alone, or in association with your other gris-gris.
January - Garnet
Admired for its beautiful raspberry undertones, garnet is considered a sacred stone by the American Indians. Symbol of strength, courage and love, it was also worn as a protective talisman.
February - The Amethyst
This stone with purple shades is a symbol of harmony and inner peace. Traditionally recognized for its soothing virtues, it would calm fears and dispel nightmares.
March - Aquamarine
A luminous blue stone evoking sea water, aquamarine is said to be a source of clarity, truth and integrity.
April - The Diamond
It was the ancient Greeks who gave the name of diamond by calling it " adamas ", which means "invincible" because they believed that diamonds were shards of stars fallen to the earth. It symbolizes strength, courage and invincibility.
May - The Emerald
Admired for its brilliant green, the emerald is said to be the bearer of love, courage and healing.
June - La Perle
Admired for its softness and pearly reflections, the pearl was the symbol of love and femininity in ancient Greece.
July - Le Rubis
A flamboyantly colored stone, the ruby symbolizes the radiance and radiance of the heart, passion and courage.
August - Le Péridot
Peridot, a bright olive green, is traditionally recognized for its balancing properties. It would relieve tension, stress and emotional overload.
September - The Sapphire
The sapphire shines a deep blue. The legend says that it would protect from evil spirits, and would bring lucidity and wisdom.
October - Tourmaline
Tourmaline, with light pink reflections, is said to be a source of opening of the heart, softness and appeasement of emotions and fears.
November - La Citrine
Admired for its golden yellow, Citrine is said to bring energy, optimism and joie de vivre.
December - Topaz
Blue Topaz would promote freedom of expression, openness and clarity of communication.