Properties of Gemstones

Throughout time it has been said that gemstones have protective qualities and magical powers.
For thousands of years people have valued gems for their beauty and sacred powers, attributing to them healing properties and invisible energies.
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Amethyst

Can be found in all shades of purple, from the pale lilac to intense purple. Helps meditation, soothes the mind, develop intuition.
Aventurine

Also know as Indian jade. Can be found in green, blue and red. Good fortune in business.
Blue Topaz

It is said to have reminded the ancients of the unlimited immensity of the sky. Its mystical powers enabled it to undo spells. Friendship and faithfulness, drives away melancholy.
Carnelian

The ancient Egyptians called upon it as a protective stone. Its color varies from orange red to deep red or cinnamon. Obtain employment, energy, and achieve desires.
Citrine

Its name is derived from the latin “citrus”. Encourages confidence, optimism and joy.
Coral

Its name is derived from the greek “korallion”. Protection for children, destroys impure vibrations, attracts love and marriage.
Iolite

It varies in color from lavander to light blue. Stone of spirituality, gentle and uplifting.
Pearl

They range in color. They capture the wearer’s vibe, for this reason one must be very careful with ancient pearls. Symbol of femininity, inspires a love that is sweet and tender.
Peridot

Ancient Egyptians used it to protect against envious thoughts. Energizing stone, protects against negative influences.
Pink Tourmaline

Has electric and magnetic properties. Fights fatigue and promotes good health.
Rose Quartz

Teaches people to face emotions, inclines the wearer to gentleness, tenderness and love. Soothing stone, symbol of love and beauty, represents unconditional love.
Smoky Quartz

It ranges in color from pale gray to dark brown. Leads one to put down roots and feel at home in the world. It enables us to be giving and open with others. Extremely magnetic, excellent in the development of mental energy.
Turquoise

Its colors range from sky blue to bluish green. Got its name from Turkish merchants who first carried the stone to Europe for trade. For the people of the Americas this stone was exclusively reserved as an offering to the gods and for the decoration of their images. Protects against excess, calms nerves, eliminates tensions.
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