gemstones
There is a long history of traditions and folklore associated with gemstones. Ancient civilisations associated specific gemstones with particular properties. We are making no claims at all in relation to these ancient beliefs - but we have gathered together a brief summary for your interest:
| Agates | believed to be a great aid in meditation and a powerful healing stone |
| Aquamarine | believed to bring the wearer protection and relaxation on long journeys |
| Clear Quartz | believed to bring harmony to the wearer’s clarity and mind. It is recognized as a “Stone of Power”. It can stimulate the wearer’s brain function and dispels negativity |
| Fluorite | said to be a powerful healer and can aid concentration. It is believed to improve absorption of vital nutrients in the body |
| Green Aventurine | believed to enhance creativity and the ability to see possibilities. It is also said to bring the wearer emotional tranquillity, good health and well-being |
| Hematite | focuses energy and emotion, it also helps to reduce negativity. It is said to bring the wearer tranquillity and aids in restful sleep |
| Jasper | thought to promote a balance between physical, intellectual and emotional bodies. There are lots of different jaspers which all have slightly varying properties |
| Labradorite | said to help provide clarity and insight into your destiny. It is also said to be especially helpful for dream recall and finding ways to use dreams in daily life |
| Mother of Pearl | known as the “Stone of Sincerity” enhancing personal integrity. It is also believed to help the wearer focus on their attention |
| Pietersite | a variation of the tiger's eye also called eagle's eye. It is said to have properties that enables the wearer to explore themselves emotionally |
| Riverstone | said to prevent worry and helps to carry burdens that are difficult to carry alone. The wearer should find it easier to go with the flow rather than against the current |
| Rose Quartz | is everything symbolic regards to love and beauty. It is believed to restore youthful qualities to the skin and self esteem |
| Smoky Quartz | said to be comforting and calming, transforming negative emotions into positive energies. It is also said to enhance survival instincts |
| Turquoise | believed to strengthen body and mind and enhance the emotional balance of the wearer |
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