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The Quartz Crystals nick named "Herkimer Diamonds" are from Herkimer County, New York in the USA. They range in size from microscopic to over six inches long, and are characterized by very shiny surfaces, frequent high clarity, short, stubby bodies & double-terminations. A large percentage of them are under an inch in length with excellent clarity, which is the reason they are nicknamed "diamonds". Metaphysically, these crystals are associated with activation of the third eye and an increase in one's visionary capacity. Sleeping with Herkimers is believed to enhance the dream state and to increase the frequency of lucid dreams. Wearing Herkimer "diamonds" may bring about greater access to inner guidance and psychic abilities. |
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quartz crystals found in Herkimer, New York. Incredibly, these phenomenal gemstones are close to five hundred million years old. The crystals are magnificent works of nature, found in the rock, having a diamond - like geometrical shape. Thus, the name recognition of "Herkimer Diamonds". Herkimers rival true diamonds. A true diamond found in the rough is exactly that, a rough appearing glass - like stone. The true diamond must be painstakingly cut by man to give it smooth faces and a geometrical shape. On a hardness scale, a true diamond scores a ten. Herkimer Diamonds fall at a seven on the scale, giving the real diamond a close race. They are naturally faceted, each having eighteen faces and 2 points. Those whose work involves visual creativity or use of the imagination may find that wearing these crystals facilitates greater fertility of the inner wellspring of ideas. It is also said that these crystals can help alleviate tension and align the energy structures of the wearer, creating an overall state of well being. Through meditation, they can be programmed to enhance whatever mental & emotional states one wishes. |