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Amazonite
This subtle coloured variety of feldspar, whose name is derived
from the Amazon River, is believed to be a great tonic for anxiety,
helping to soothe and calm the mind. This gem is said to promote
courage and confidence and to aid in good communication. |
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Amethyst
The stone of mental clarity. Amethyst aids creative thinking and
is though to induce an active mind and clear head. The Ancient Greeks
believed that the stone could help to protect the wearer from falling
into a confused or drunken state and ensure that business be conducted
more productively |
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Apatite
This lovely, naturally blue gemstone is considered very good for
relieving stress. It is also thought to be very helpful to the wearer
with any issues where acceptance is the key to progress. |
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Aquamarine
Traditionally used as a charm of protection for sailors at sea,
this stone is also believed to reawaken love and calm storms in
relationships. Aquamarine is said to provide mental peace and clarity
and is good for the eyes and the nerves. |
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Aventurine
This particular Aventurine stone, a member of the Quartz family,
has been dyed to achieve its beautiful, lustrous shade. It is commonly
used as a good luck stone but is also very advantageous for maintaining
healthy skin and providing the wearer that certain inner glow. |
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Carnelian
This stone is believed by the ancient Greeks to calm anger, cure
insomnia and provide a healthy balance between emotional. Intellectual
and physical states. A good stone for relieving grumpiness and alleviating
hostile feelings. A leveller |
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Garnet
Named after the pomegranate because its rich colour sometimes resembles
the pulp of that fruit. In legend, this stone lights up the night
and protects from nightmares. It is thought to promote creativity
and understanding, confidence and self-esteem. Noh used a garnet
lantern to navigate the Ark |
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Howlite
This gemstone has been dyed to create its dynamic blue hue. Howlite
is considered to be very helpful to those who struggle to make decisions
and to aid the wearer with tact and diplomacy. |
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Jade
This Gemstone has been used for many centuries for the wealth of
benefits it is believed to bring the wearer. Popular in China, Jade
has been used for courage, wisdom, emotional balance, wealth, longevity,
peace and harmony, since the time of the Ancient Chinese. Physically
it is good for many parts of the body and relieves personal tension.
It is said to attract love and bring wisdom. |
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Labradorite
According to Eskimo ledged, part of the northern lights lies trapped
inside a labradorite stone. It is thought to dispel negativity and
provide powers of endurance, perseverance, strength and enthusiasm.
Especially helpful during periods of conflict and change. Encourages
clear thought. |
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Lapis Lazuli
One of the oldest spiritual stones known. Thought to stimulate
inner vision, enhance wisdom, insight and good judgement. The ancient
Egyptians believed Lapis Lazuli had the power to cure melancholy.
A stone that is good for the mind and the heart |
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Onyx
Onyx is a form of quartz, which has been used for centuries, even
being mentioned in the original Hebrew Bible as the stone representing
the Tribe of Joseph.
Onyx is said to banish grief and bring fortune to the possessor
of it. It’s also said to bring recognition of personal strength. |
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Pearls
Pure and simple, the Pearl has always been given and received as
a testimony of true love. These pearls, whose origins lie in freshwater
streams and lakes, retain the natural healing power of the water
they were formed in |
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Peridot
In the Middle Ages Peridot was used as a soothing stone and to
make the dark less fearful. It is said to bring healing and vitality
to the whole body and believed to slow ageing and to help with giving
birth. |
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Quartzite
This gemstone has been dyed this beautiful happy shade of pink.
Quartzite is a stabilising gem, and supportive to the wearer through
life’s lesson learning processes and positive changes. |
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Rainbow Moonstone
Like a pot at the end of the rainbow, this stone promises good
fortune. It is the stone of the healthy, the wealthy and wise, and
is believed to bring good luck to the wearer. It was considered
to be sacred and powerful, even in ancient times. |
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Rock Crystal
Used for making crystal balls and, for thousands of years, as a
means of divination, seeing and healing across cultures. This stone
is said to stimulate mental clarity and to increase intuitive awareness.
It is also thought to be helpful in removing toxins from the body,
so can be good for digestion, kidneys and the bladder. |
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Rose Quartz
Historically the symbol of love and beauty, rose quartz is said
to bring inner peace and harmony and to enhance sensitivity to art
and music. Good for the senses and thought to give a clear soft
complexion. |
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Turquoise
Originally mined by the Egyptians, Turquoise has been used for
thousands of years to make beautiful jewellery. A favoured stone
of Native Americans, the Navaho believe Turquoise is a piece of
the sky that has fallen to earth. It is full of good spirit and
is thought to provide luck and happiness. |
