Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Preparation:

Levigates the stones well with Rose water, then mixed with the powdered Rose, and lastly, beat in the Gold and Silver leaf, and mix well. Add 2 drams of this powder to 3 oz. of Sugar dissolved in Rose water, and form thin cakes or wafers

Function:

Clears Heat, settles the Heart, Mind and Spirit, regulates the Heart

Use:

1. Palpitations
2. Calms the mind and spirit, promotes cheerfulness

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram, once or twice daily as needed

Cautions:

1. Gem formulas are dangerous if the stones are not very finely reduced by being levigated with Rose water.
2. Emerald contains beryllium which is toxic. Substitutes should be used

Modifications:

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