Cygnus

Often referred to as the stone of manifestation, Apatite encourages us to pursue our goals and has long been prized as an insightful and inspirational stone. A strong healer which dispels negativity, this crystal represents the journey from confusion to clarity and promotes emotional well-being. Meditating with Apatite can help connect with your spirit guides and higher self.

In Central America, the Mayans and the Aztecs prized Jade and used it for medicinal purposes, jewellery, ornaments and religious artifacts. A symbol of serenity and purity, Jade is a nourishing stone that symbolises prosperity, success, and good luck.

In Egyptian mythology, this noble metal formed the bones of the gods while their flesh was made from gold and the early association of gold with the sun naturally led to silver holding a unique connection to the moon. This relationship between silver and the moon has imbued the metal with feminine symbolism evoking qualities such as softness, purity, calmness, wisdom and reflection.

The Cygnus constellation, known as "The Swan," is steeped in mythology, particularly in Greek tales involving Zeus and Leda.

In this tale, Zeus transforms himself into a swan to seduce Leda, the queen of Sparta. From their union, Leda gives birth to two sets of twins: Castor and Pollux, who are immortal, and Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra, who are mortal. This myth highlight’s themes of transformation and the intertwining of divine and mortal realms.

Cygnus has been revered in various cultures, often symbolizing grace, beauty, and purity. In Hindu mythology, the swan is associated with the god Brahma, representing knowledge and wisdom. In Chinese mythology, swans are linked to the goddess Guanyin, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. The swan's graceful nature has made it a universal symbol of transformation and rebirth.

White - purity, grace, and transformation, swans are traditionally white, symbolizing innocence and divine beauty.

Silver - celestial light and ethereal elegance, Cygnus is often depicted shimmering among the stars, evoking moonlight and divine presence.

Blue - tranquillity and the sky, Cygnus flies through the Milky Way, linking it to the vastness of space and the serenity of water.