Larimar is rare blue stone which is only found in the Dominican Republic of the Caribbean.
As its color suggests, it is the embodiment of the calm oceans and the gentle skies.
It was discovered in 1916 and named after the discoverer’s daughter, Larissa. He combined it with the Spanish word for sea, “mar”, and formed the name Larimar.
When set in a stunning piece jewelry, it offers the wearer the wisdom of Atlantis and the healing powers of the feminine powers of the sea.
Larimar’s rarity and location means that it can balance the conflicting energies of water and fire
It tempers bad moods and calms bad tempers, helping to alleviate stress and anxiety.
It help the wearer connect with the essence of the divine feminine while assisting with releasing damaging emotional bonds.
Larimar, the gem of the Caribbean
Its clarity and purity allows for open communication, providing courage to speak from the heart.
The soft blue of the stone is streaked with fine lines of white and turquoise. These were created when the stone began its life in the fires of basaltic lava.
Some stones include elements of Hematite, which imbue the soft blue with rich streaks of red or brown.
Despites its fiery beginning, the Larimar stone emits a calming and reassuring energy
It is best used to overcome fear of hospitals, doctors and surgery, and will increase the wearer’s confidence when in situations relating to this fear.
It also offers assistance to mothers during and after they have given birth. It has been known to alleviate post-natal depression and the stresses of parenthood.
It can also calm one’s kundalini energies.
As part of the Throat Chakra, the Larimar aids with communication and strengthening the voice. It can help singers to protect and guide their voice, and will help everyone open up and voice their deepest wisdom.
It can even help you find the person of your dreams and heal unresolved issues from your past.
Wearing Larimar has many benefits and looks stunning when set in handcrafted jewelry.
