“ Speak the ancient language of gemstones and learn the extra layer of meaning of each
and every gem’s origin, tradition and story. ”
Citrine
Stone of Wealth
Citrine is one of the most affordable gemstones, thanks to the durability and availability of this golden Quartz. Named from the French name for lemon, “Citron,” many Citrines have a juicy lemon colour. It was traditionally confused with Topaz because of similar colours.
Features & Traits
Citrine is an excellent “every day” stone because it stands up well to daily wear. It is also known as the lucky “Merchants Stone”. If you are in any type of sales, just put a citrine in the cash drawer and watch what happens.
Healing
- Increase self-esteem.
- Beneficial to the endocrine and digestive system.
- Give joy and love to the owner.
Coral
Stone of Health
Corals belong to the Organic jewellery material. Coral makes jewellery of a very special fascinating charm: the perfect embodiment of mankind’s yearning for summer, sun and faraway seas. It has been called the ‘Garden of the sea’.
Features & Traits
There are 2 basic types of gem Coral. One in a variety of lighter shades and the other black. They are still used as a talisman in many cultures in order to ward off evil spirits.
Healing
- Stimulate tissue regeneration and nourish blood cells.
- Bring diplomacy and concurrence.
- Aid to depression, lethargy or deficient nutrition.
Emerald
Stone of Love
From the Beryl family. Emerald is the sacred stone of the goddess Venus. It was thought to preserve love. Cleopatra was known to have a passion for emerald, and used it in her royal adornment.
Features & Traits
The green of the Emerald is the colour of life and of the springtime. Emerald is a stone of great harmony, wisdom and love. An Emerald of the right shade of green can be more valuable than a diamond.
Healing
- Enhance love, fidelity and honesty.
- Provide inspiration and patience.
- Give wisdom and wealth.
Jade
Stone of Prosperity
In the long history of the art and culture of the enormous Chinese empire, Jade has always had a very special significance, roughly comparable with that of gold and diamonds in the West.
Features & Traits
There are 2 different gem materials that are correctly called Jade – Jadeite and Nephrite. The finest quality Jadeite – almost transparent with a vibrant emerald green colour – is known as Imperial Jade, one of the world’s most expensive gem.
Healing
- Symbol of prosperity, success and good luck.
- Ease kidney, heart and stomache problems.
- Guard against accidents and misfortunes.
Kunzite
Stone of Purity
From Spodumene family, Kunzite was discovered at the Pala Chief Mine near San Diego, California and named after gemologist GF Kunz, who first described it in 1902. Kunzite is an unusual, and rare, stone.
Features & Traits
Kunzite has been dubbed the “evening stone” due to the fact that it fades in bright sunlight. This “young” gemstone in delicate pink hues is going through a second Renaissance, getting more and more widely received.
Healing
- Promote purity and peacefulness.
- Smooth out knotted muscles and calm nerves.
- Attract love.
Lapis Lazuli
Stone of Harmony
Lapis Lazuli belongs to a small category of gems called “Rocks” because it’s an aggregate of several different minerals. It’s often simply called “Lapis” in the trade, is a gemstone straight out of fairy tales of the Arabian Nights: deepest blue with golden shining Pyrite inclusions which twinkle like little stars. For many people all over the world, Lapis lazuli is considered a stone of truth and friendship.
Features & Traits
This opaque, deep blue gemstone is a highly appreciated stone suitable for many purposes, which shows remarkable stability ion the light of quickly changing fashion trends.
Healing
- Bring harmony into relationships.
- Purify blood and boost immune system.
- Increase psychic abilities