The fourth chakra is called the heart chakra and is associated with the colors green and pink.

Stone: African Jade

Size 1 1/4" on all three sides  -or- 30 mm

Description:  African jade is found and mined soley in South Africa.  It's structure makes it very strong and unlikely to break, but as is the case with all gemstones, care should be taken to avoid harsh chemicals or extreme temperatures.  This stone caught my attention for several reasons.  It reminds me of the color of summer grass with flecks of lighter greens and tawny browns.  I also love the softened triangle shape.  I like to hold this stone in my hand.  The larger size is very steadying.  We have accented it with a bit of green turquoise.  

Chakra Information:  The fourth chakra is located in the heart, chest and shoulders.  It is a place where we feel joy and a universal love for all of life.  Love, hope, compassion and kindness are balanced against despair, cruelty, loneliness and the absence of, or inability to feel love.  You are probably familiar with common phrases that describe the sensations of the heart chakra: “My heart was overflowing with happiness”, “(He/She) broke my heart”, or even, “He carried the weight of the world on his shoulders.”  More than any other chakra, the state of our heart chakra determines how happy we feel.