Abalone Shell Meaning and Healing Properties

Abalone shell is a type of mollusk that comes as an ear-shaped shell that is very durable. It is traditionally used as a decorative item and for making jewelry.

 

Color of this shell depends on many things, it is variable from species to species, often reflects the animal's diet and ranges from silvery white color to red, green, pink, blue to purple. It is found all over the world except Antartica, United States east coast and South America Pacific coast.

 

Abalone Shell - Quick Overview

Mineralogy: Coloured shell 
Color: variable from species to species, silver-white, pink, red, green-red, deep blue, green to purple
Hardness: 2.5 Mohs scale
Spirituality: protection, security, happiness, joy
Emotions: helps insecurity, despondency, disappointment
Mental: helps with dealing with oneself and others
Physical: sensory organs, skin irritation, inflammation
Rarity:  common

 

Article Quick Navigation:

 

• 1. Meaning and Use
• 2. Physical Healing Properties
• 3. Emotional Healing Properties
• 4. Chakra Healing
• 5. Birthstone and Zodiac
• 6. Benefits

 

Meaning and Use

• - protection, balance, emotion
• - muscle tissue protection
• - stimulates intuition, imagination, perception, creativity, clarity, relaxation, sensitivity

 

Abalone shell is very durable and used by many ancient cultures for its healing properties. They used shells to burn sage believing that it will carry their message to heaven. It represents a human connection to the ocean, circle of life and protection on a voyage.

 

Physical Healing Properties

• - muscle problems, joint pain, heart, digestion, arthritis, calcium deficiency
• - strengthens the nervous system, heal muscle tissue, improve vitamin A and D assimilation, protein assimilation 

 

The energy of this interesting gemstone is associated with balance, protection and natural shielding. Persons wearing abalone shell gemstone should wear it with calmness. This stone is great for detoxification of the whole body, eyes, muscles, it will help you build physical strength.

 

Emotional Healing Properties

• - helps with emotional healing, calms emotional issues, brings harmony, relaxation, well being

 

Abalone shell is proven to be helpful for persons going through a rough emotional period of their life. It will provide calmness, bring harmony and help to deal with the situation. It is very helpful for people having problems in their relationship.  

 

Metaphysical Properties

• - helps with emotional issues, strengthens heart chakra, helps with emotional issues, 
• - increase openness, cooperation, improve the flow of energy, strengthens the entire body

 

The soothing energy of abalone shell will provide an additional layer of protection to the spirit. It will provide the confidence needed to handle a hard situation and see it from a different perspective. 

 

Chakra Healing

Abalone shell chakra healing properties are associated with the Heart Chakra. 

 

Birthstone and Zodiac

Abalone shell is associated with zodiac signs of Pisces, Cancer, Aquarius, and Scorpio. Persons born as mentioned zodiac signs will benefit from wearing this stone.

 

Benefits

Wearing abalone shell as jewelry is beneficial to the soft tissue, muscle tissue, heart, and joints. It will help you connect with the power of water, providing calming and subtle energy. This will help to guard you against negative energy, influence, and vibes. 

 

Sources:
Crystal Power, Crystal Healing by Michael Gienger
Color Encyclopedia of Gemstones by Joel E. Arem, PhD
The Complete Encyclopedia of Minerals by Petr Korbel & Milan Novak
The Curious Lore of Precious Stones by George Frederick Kunz
The Magic and Science of Jewels and Stones by Isidore Kozminsky
A Book of Precious Stones by Julius Wodiska
The Healing Crystal First Aid Manual by Michael Gienger

 

Please note that gemstones should not be used as a substitute for your prescriptions or alternative treatment for any illness or health problem. Healing gemstones are not the solution but additional help. Always consult your doctor.