Gemstone of the Day
Palladium
Palladium was discovered in 1803 by William Hyde Wollaston, who named it after the asteroid Pallas, which was discovered at about the same time. Pallas was the Greek Goddess of Wisdom.
Hardness: 4.75
Specific Gravity: 106.4
Chemistry: PD
Class: Isometric – Hexoctahedral
Crystallography: Cubic
Cleavage: none
Fracture: elastic
Streak: Grey
Luster: metallic
Healing: Palladium is an excellent stone to use in healing. It is used in the treatment of lung disorders, circulatory problems and cerebral cortex issues.
Workings: Palladium is used in astral projection and for connecting with ancient wisdom on the ethereal level. Palladium is associated with the astrological signs of Sagittarius and Ares. It vibrates to the number 8.
Chakra Applications: Palladium is used to cleanse and energize the Solar Plexus chakra.
Foot Notes: Palladium chloride was at one time prescribed as a tuberculosis treatment but was discontinued due to its many side effects. Palladium is one of the three most popular metals (along with nickel and silver) used to make white gold alloys. Palladium itself has been used as a precious metal in jewelry since 1939, as an alternative to platinum or white gold.
Source:
Author: Crick
Author: Crick
Website: The Whispering Woods
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