Virgo

Virgo (August 24 - September 23) is the sixth zodiac sign and is ruled by the planet Mercury. The cardinal qualities of this sign are prudence and demand, and the associated lucky number is 5, symbolizing its ruling planet. The most favorable day of the week is Wednesday, Mercury's day, and Virgo occupies the range between 151 and 180 degrees within the zodiacal division.

Virgo natives are rational and analytical individuals, relying more on meditation and calculation than intuition or feelings. They are characterized by sincere and critical reasoning, even if tact is not always one of their qualities. With artistic and collector inclinations, they are always kind, attentive, and sometimes shy. Virgo natives are not passionate and can easily change their minds. Although generous and reliable in times of need, they expect gratitude, even if not necessarily thanks. Ambitious in pursuing success, Virgos always rely on their own strengths.

On a sentimental level, Virgos can become unhappy due to the high demands they place on their partner, requiring deep self-examination before getting involved in a relationship. Compatible zodiac signs for relationships include Aquarius, Cancer, Capricorn, Taurus, and especially Aries, while Pisces and Sagittarius are considered incompatible.

The protective archangel of the Virgo zodiac sign is Archangel Uriel, who helps natives overcome inertia in difficult situations and offers unexpected energy to emerge successfully from any circumstance. The governing angel of Virgo is Angel Hamaliel, bringing strength, confidence, and discrimination.

Although Virgo and Gemini are both ruled by Mercury, there are differences in the predominant shades of crystals corresponding to these signs.

Hematite: With its dark silver metallic luster, it helps overcome life's difficulties and recover from major losses or manage stress.
Dalmatian Jasper: With its spots, it brings joy, optimism, confidence, and courage.
Lapis Lazuli: With its deep blue with golden flecks, it helps overcome shyness and modesty.
Blue Sodalite: Strengthens the connection between matter and spirit, boosting Virgos' self-confidence.
Smoky Quartz: An excellent crystal for grounding in the physical dimension when needed.
Botswana Agate: Helps reduce daily anxiety and stress.
Stones associated with the Virgo zodiac sign include tree agate, amazonite, amethyst, aventurine, amber, citrine, rock crystal, rose quartz, garnet, heliotrope, jade, jasper, lapis lazuli, moldavite, obsidian, tiger's eye, onyx, opal, peridot, sapphire, and sodalite.

Grey or beige stones, such as Botswana agate, chalcedony, smoky quartz, hematite, dalmatian jasper, landscape jasper, painted jasper, moonstone, Botswana agate, and snowflake obsidian, are also associated with the sign of Virgo.

Special talismans for Virgo include sardonyx, carnelian, hematite, and sapphire.

Mercury-patronized stones, such as emerald, peridot, jade, agate, aventurine, and tree agate, suit Virgo natives well.

Other crystal correspondences for Virgo include malachite, angelite, fuchsite, pearl, quartz flower mine, blue calcite, coral, chrysolite, hyacinth, rhodochrosite, yellow agate, blue and yellow sapphire, yellow and blue topaz, diopside, chrysocolla, magnetite, violet obsidian, rubellite, tourmalinated quartz, sugilite, smithsonite, and okenite.