“ Speak the ancient language of gemstones and learn the extra layer of meaning of each
and every gem’s origin, tradition and story. ”
Moonstone
Stone of Health
Moonstone, which belongs to the large mineral family of Orthoclase/Feldspars, shows an almost magical play of light with a mysterious gleaming which appears different whenever the stone changes its position in movement.
Features & Traits
The light of a Moonstone is something special indeed in the fascinating world of gemstones. Experts call this phenomenon “adularescence”, where incoming rays of light are refracted inside the stone and scattered.
Healing
- Boost inner growth and strength.
- Soothe female hormones and menstrual imbalance.
- Enhance intuitive sensitivity and feelings.
Morganite
Stone of Joy
A member of the Beryl species. Although it came into existence millions of years ago, Morganite found its name less than a hundred years ago in honour of banker and minerals collector John Pierport Morgan.
Features & Traits
Morganite always radiates charm, esprit and a certain tenderness. A person who decides for this stone, will be able to see “la vie en rose” even in the grey monotony of everyday routines.
Healing
- Inspire spiritual lovingness, compassion, upliftment.
- Relieve stress and provide clarity.
- Boost peacefulness and joy of life.
Onyx & Sardonyx
Stone of Confidence
Onyx, the name comes from the Greek word onux, which means fingernail. Sardonyx is a brownish mineral, and when it forms together with the straight white bands of onyx, the resulting stone is called Sardonyx. They are both Chalcedony varieties characterised by straight, parallel bands of different colours. In Onyx, the bands are usually Black and White. In Sardonyx, Dark Brown, Brownish Orange or Red alternate with either Black or White.
Features & Traits
Black Onyx especially shines when used a backdrop for colour play. Sardonyx was highly valued in Rome, especially for seals, because it was said to never stick to the wax.
Healing
- Give strength and confidence.
- Promote fidelity.
- Absorb emotional intensity.
Opal
Stone of Hope
Opal is the world’s most popular phenomenal gem, credited with supernatural origins and power. All of Nature’s splendour seems to be reflected in the manifold opulence of fine Opals: fire and lightning, all the colours of the rainbow and the soft shine of far seas.
Features & Traits
Fine Opals share one characteristic: they shine and sparkle in a continually changing play of colours full of fantasy, which experts describe as “opalising”.
Healing
- Balance left and right brain.
- Bring good luck.
- Amplify emotions, feelings, desire.
Pearl
Stone of Longevity
Pearl belongs to the category of Organic Gems. The best-loved gems of all time, Pearls are treasures from streams, rivers, lakes, seas and oceans, and they’ve always embodied the mystery, power and life-sustaining nature of water.
Features & Traits
The quality of Pearls is judged by the orient, which is the soft iridescence caused by the refraction of light by the layers of nacre, and luster, the reflectivity and shine of the surface.
Healing
- Lessen stress, headache, exhaustion.
- In tune with women, especially pregnant women.
- Prevent heart attack and stroke.
Peridot
Stone of Marital Happiness
Peridot is one of the few gemstones which exist only in one colour. Finest traces of iron account for the Deep Green colour with a slight golden hue. Peridot is sometimes referred to as an “Evening Emerald” because even under artificial light, the stone glows as a brilliant Green.
Features & Traits
Peridot’s name comes from the Arabic faridat, which means “gem”. It is relatively inexpensive and plentiful in standard shapes and calibrated sizes.
Healing
- Help understand relationships.
- Bring health, wealth and protection.
- Stimulate tissue regeneration.
