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 Gemstone Properties Our Gemstone jewelry is more than beautiful to look at. Gemstones are known to have various properties specific to each stone. Some of these properties are listed below.Amethyst is a gorgeous purple variety of quartz. It has been known as a symbol of friendship, healing, happiness, peace, love, and courage. Ametyst magnifies psychic abilities and right-brain activity. It strengthens immunity, while energizing and purifying the blood. Amethyst relieves headaches, improves blood sugar imbalance. The gemstone still symbolizes sobriety. Amethyst is associated with a number of superstitions, being regarded as a love charm, and as a protection against thieves. Placed under the pillow at night, the beautiful amethyst is believed to produce a calm and peaceful sleep. Amethyst is given as a symbol of sincerity, security, and peace of mind. Turquoise dates back to 3000BC. Native American believe turquoise is the connection between the sky and the sea. It was believed that turquoise keeps unexpected perils at bay. It is also believed to represent faithfulness in relationships. Turquoise is said to be a guard against all diseases. Turquoise is also believed to bring happiness and good fortune to all. It's said that turquoise attracts healing spirits, making it a premier healing stone. Believed to be a protective stone, turquoise is worn to guard against violence and accidents. Turquoise is also a valuable amulet for travelers. Tigers Eye is a mesmerizing stone with a with a reflection across the top of the stone. Legend has it that Roman soldiers wore TIGERS EYE for protection in battle. It was also worn for strength, courage, and confidence, relieving high blood pressure and allowing the mind to focus. Tiger eye is said to relieve high blood pressure. Tiger Eye is used for focusing the mind. It is said that Tiger Eye offers protection during travel, strengthens convictions and confidence. This very warm stone is beneficial for the weak and sick. Rose quartz is known as the love stone. It helps the user feel a strong sense of self-worth, therefore being worth love. Rose quartz is the stone of universal love. It is also the stone of love in marriage. When worn in jewelry the wearer feels a sense of self-worth. It gives inner peace and helps in all matters pertaining to love in all its forms. Rose Quartz opens the heart to love. Pearls can be either natural or cultured. Natural PEARLS are formed when a foreign object enters an oyster shell, and is covered by its nacres. Natural PEARL can come in various shapes and colors. Pearls eliminate emotional imbalances. Pearl is said to help one see themselves and help improve self-worth. As an emblem of modesty, chastity and purity, the pearl symbolizes love, success, and happiness. Onyx-The name onyx was used by the Romans , and what is now known as onyx marble. Roman soldiers wore sardonyx talismans engraved with heroes such as Hercules or Mars, god of war. They believed that the stone would make the wearer as brave and daring as the figured carved on it. During the Renaissance, sardonyx was believed to bring eloquence upon the wearer and was regarded with great value by public speakers and orators. Onyx is said to help one sleep. This gemstone helps to eliminate apathy, stress and neurological disorders. Chalcedony is one of the best wearing stones on the market. Chalcedony also one of the most collected gemstones today. This beautiful stone is believed to banish fear, hysteria, depression, mental illness and sadness. Chalcedony prevents sadness and melancholy. Worn by many to promote calm and peace. Chalcedony also stimulates creativity. Moonstone was very popular with the Romans, who thought it was formed out of moonlight, also used in Roman jewelry since 100 AD. In India moonstone is considered a sacred stone to this day. This stone has a rainbow-like array of colors and will pick up colors you wear. The best moonstone has a blue sheen, perfect clarity, and a colorless body color. It is often worn in rings, pendants or bead necklaces. Moonstone is believed to be protective for women and babies. It's also associated with the sea and planting cycles. Moonstone is said to balance yin and yang. In India, moonstone is regarded as a sacred stone. It is believed to bring good fortune. Jasper was known as the great "rain-bringer" in the fourth century. Jasper is a very pretty, inexpensive gemstone. It is usually worn as beads or cabochon jewelry. Medicinal values were long attributed to jasper, including a belief that wearing it strengthened the stomach. Leopard skin Jasper is said to bring one what they need. Poppy Jasper is said to help bring joy into life. Opalite Jasper is said to help one sleep. Jasper was thought to drive away evil spirits and protect against snake and spider bites. Topaz is Stone of Strength noted by Greeks. During medieval days it was thought to heal physical and mental disorders as well as prevent death. Topaz stimulates the endocrine system. It assists in general tissue regeneration. Topaz balances emotions and calms passions. It releases tension and gives feelings of joy. Topaz is known as spiritual rejuvenation gemstone. Agate was highly valued by ancient civilizations. Said by the ancients to render the wearer invisible. Agate guards against danger. Wearers become temperate and cautious. It helps one view themselves with more clarity and see the world through a broader viewpoint. Wearing Agate is believed to cure insomnia and to insure pleasant dreams. |
