The Illustrated Crystallary (Includes 36 Oracle Cards) – Guidance and Rituals from 36 Magical Gems & Minerals by Maia Toll

In the ancient world there were three medicine kingdoms: animal, vegetable & mineral. Following her previous acclaimed volumes on animal (The Illustrated Bestiary) & vegetable (The Illustrated Herbiary), Maia Toll fulfills the call for mineral with The Illustrated Crystallary, exploring the mystical qualities of 36 fascinating crystals & minerals, including amethyst, hematite, mica, smokey quartz, emerald, ruby & more. Combining bits of ancient wisdom with her own insights, Toll illuminates the aspects & energy of each stone and through rituals & reflections, the life guidance it might offer contemporary readers. Obsidian’s shiny surface & sharp edges reflect the shadowy corners of the self & serve as the tool for cutting them loose. The sky-like color of earthly turquoise provides balance between opposing forces. Stunning illustrations by Kate O’Hara magnify the symbolism of each crystal & are also featured on 36 bonus cards included with this book. (From www.goodreads.com)