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Dyed Agate Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Aquamarine, ~85 cm
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Colored Agate Strand Of Natural Stone Chips, Measuring 5-7 Mm In Yellow Color And Approximately 85 Cm In Length
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Colored string of natural stones Agate, yellow chips 5-7 mm, length ~85 cm. Ideal for jewelry-making and decorative projects. Make an order online!
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Colored Magnesite Chips, Measuring 5-7 Mm In Gold Color And Approximately 80 Cm In Length
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Dyed Magnesite Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Silver, ~80 cm
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Colored Magnesite Chips, Measuring 5-7 Mm In Copper Color And Approximately 80 Cm In Length
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Dyed Magnesite Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Anthracite, ~80 cm
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Dyed Agate Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Dark Blue, ~85 cm
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Dyed Pink Agate and Opalite Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, ~85 cm
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Dyed Agate Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Purple, ~85 cm
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Dyed Agate Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Pink, ~85 cm
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Dyed Agate Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Purple, ~85 cm
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Dyed Quartz Strand, Amethyst Imitation, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, ~85 cm
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Colored Agate Strand Of Natural Stone Chips, Measuring 5-7 Mm In Orange Color And Approximately 85 Cm In Length
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SKU: 184927 Weight 72 gr
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Dyed Agate Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Light Purple, ~85 cm
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SKU: 184910 Weight 62 gr
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Dyed Aquamarine Agate and Opalite Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, ~85 cm
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Dyed Agate Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, Color Blue, ~85 cm
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SKU: 184907 Weight 58 gr
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Dyed Light Purple Agate and Opalite Strand, Natural Stone Chips, 5-7 mm, ~85 cm
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SKU: 184909 Weight 60 gr
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Mushroom Shaped Eye Massage Tool, 35~24x40 mm, ASSORTED Natural Stone
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Picture Jasper Ribbed Cylinder, 6~8x10~12 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~30 pieces
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SKU: 184023
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Red Jasper Ribbed Cylinder, 7~9x12~14 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~27~31 pieces
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Howlite Ribbed Cylinder, 6~8x10~14 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~29~32 pieces
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Rainbow Fluorite Ribbed Cylinder, 6~8x7~12 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~27~32 pieces
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SKU: 184018 Weight 30 gr
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African Turquoise Ribbed Cylinder, 5~8x7~10 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~29~35 pieces
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SKU: 184017 Weight 50 gr
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Tiger's Eye Ribbed Cylinder, 6~9x10~13 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~29 pieces
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SKU: 184016 Weight 10 gr
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Tourmaline Ribbed Cylinder, 7~9x9~13 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~28~30 pieces
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Sunstone Blue Synthetic Ribbed Cylinder, 7~9x9~13 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~29~33 pieces
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SKU: 184014
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Sunstone Brown Synthetic Ribbed Cylinder, 6~7x8~10 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~39 pieces
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Rose Quartz Ribbed Cylinder, 7~9x11~13 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, 30~32 pieces
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SKU: 184011 Weight 30 gr
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Snowflake Obsidian Ribbed Cylinder, 6~8x11~13 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, 28~31 pieces
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SKU: 184009 Weight 31 gr
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Moonstone Opalite Ribbed Cylinder, 7~8x11~13 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, 30~31 pieces
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SKU: 184008 Weight 36 gr
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Azurite Ribbed Cylinder, 5~7x8~12 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, 33~35 pieces
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Amazonite Ribbed Cylinder, 6~8x11~14 mm, Strand, Natural Stones, ~29 pieces
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SKU: 184003 Weight 38 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Purple, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Choose sophistication and natural beauty with our string of AGATE natural stones in chip form, with diameters ranging from 8 to 12 mm. This string features a lovely purple color and measures approximately 85 cm in length. Suitable for creating various types of jewelry, it will add refinement and style to your projects.
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Orange Color,8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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The strand of natural stones in dark orange color is a stylish and exquisite accessory that adds a unique and expressive touch to your look. It offers the opportunity to create stunning jewelry with an elegant and natural appearance.
SKU: 180854 Weight 128 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads MARBLE, 8-12 mm ~ 90 cm
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SKU: 180801 Weight 15 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads  AGATE, Colored: Banana Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Express elegance and individuality with our string of banana agate. This charming string is crafted from chips measuring 8 to 12 mm, providing ample opportunity for styling and creativity. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it is perfect for creating a variety of jewelry pieces that showcase your unique personality.
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads  AGATE, Colored: Yellow Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Gorgeous string of natural stone chips, combining the natural beauty of yellow hues with the stunning effect of the stones. Each piece is unique in its shape and texture, contributing to the distinctive appearance of the jewelry. Ideal for creating personalized jewelry with natural chic and elegance.
SKU: 180852 Weight 129 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Cherry Color,8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Add warmth and elegance to your jewelry collection with this stunning strand of cherry agate. Crafted from chips measuring 8 to 12 mm, this strand offers the opportunity to create unique pieces of jewelry. It is ideal for making bracelets, necklaces, and earrings that reflect your personal style.
SKU: 180855 Weight 116 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Purple-Pink, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Showcase your uniqueness and refined taste with our string of lilac-pink agate. This charming string is crafted from chips ranging in size from 8 to 12 mm, offering opportunities for creativity and individualism. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it is perfect for creating a variety of jewelry pieces that reflect your distinctive personality.
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Pink, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Unleash your creativity with our strand of pink agate. This exciting strand is crafted from chips measuring 8 to 12 mm, offering opportunities to create elegant jewelry. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it is ideal for making unique necklaces, bracelets, and earrings that complement your style.
SKU: 180856 Weight 111 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads WHITE DOLOMITE TURQUOISE, 5-7 mm ~ 80 cm
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Enhance elegance and charm to your jewelry projects with this strand of white turquoise. With stone sizes ranging between 5 and 7 mm and a length of approximately 80 cm, this strand is perfect for creating stylish and unique jewelry pieces with natural beauty and finesse.
SKU: 180901 Weight 15 gr Pieces: 1
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads PHANTOM QUARTZ, 8-12 mm ~ 45 cm
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SKU: 180802 Weight 75 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Blue, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Create elegant and stylish jewelry with our string of natural stones in blue color. This string includes beautiful chips of blue agate ranging in size from 8 to 12 mm, which give a unique and sophisticated look to your projects. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it provides ample material for creating bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and other types of jewelry.
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Mint Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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The predominant mint green hue of the moss agate imbues this string with natural freshness and sophistication. Comprised of exquisite chips ranging in size from 8 to 12 mm, it reveals a variety of nuances and textures that combine the natural beauty of the stones with the freshness of mint.
SKU: 180867 Weight 111 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Light Blue, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Embody your elegance with this stunning string of light blue agate. Composed of chips ranging in size from 8 to 12 mm, this string is ideal for creating various types of jewelry. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it offers endless opportunities for creativity and styling.
SKU: 180866 Weight 125 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Purple-Blue, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Embody your elegance and style with this incredible string of lilac-blue agate. Crafted from chips ranging in size from 8 to 12 mm, this string offers endless possibilities for creating unique jewelry. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it is suitable for crafting various types of jewelry - from bracelets and necklaces to earrings.
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Raspberry Red Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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The unique string of natural stones in raspberry-red color is a stylish and sophisticated accessory that adds elegance and beauty to any look. Crafted from chips ranging in size from 8 to 12 mm, this agate string is approximately 85 cm long, offering the opportunity to create striking jewelry with a bold and natural appearance.
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The Magic of Natural Stones and Minerals

 

Precious stones are composed of various minerals and are highly valued for their beauty, durability, and rarity. There are a few non-crystalline organic stones, such as pearls, red corals, and amber. They are also classified as precious stones.

Precious stones have been used since ancient times for jewelry making.

Precious stones have been considered miraculous and endowed with mysterious powers by many civilizations. Different stones possess unique attributes.

For example, it was believed that diamonds gave their owners strength in battles and protected them from ghosts and spells. Such beliefs still exist in the modern practice of wearing birthstones.

Out of over 2000 identified natural minerals, fewer than 100 are used as gemstones, and only 16 are truly valued.

These include beryl, chrysoberyl, corundum, diamond, feldspar, garnet, jade, lapis lazuli, olivine, opal, quartz, spinel, topaz, tourmaline, turquoise, and zircon. Some of these minerals provide more than one type of gemstone.

Beryl is the stone that provides emeralds and aquamarines, while corundum provides rubies and sapphires. In almost all cases, minerals must be cut and polished before usage.

Except for the diamond, which presents certain difficulties due to its extreme hardness, precious stones are cut and polished in three ways.

  • Agate, opal, jasper, onyx, chalcedony can be tumbled, meaning they can be placed in a cylinder with abrasive sand and water, and the cylinder is rotated around its long axis. This way, the stones will be polished and have an irregular shape.
  • The same types of gemstones can instead be cut into a cabochon (i.e., with a rounded top surface and a flat bottom) and polished on water or motorized sandstone wheels.
  • Gemstones with a Mohs hardness above 7 can be cut with a carborundum saw and then mounted in a holder and pressed against a lathe that can be rotated at high speed.
  • The lathe carries a tip or small disk of soft iron that can vary in diameter from that of a pinhead to a quarter-inch. The face of the disk is charged with grains of carborundum and diamond dust, along with oil.
  • Another tool used for grinding facets is the dental engine, which has greater flexibility and sensitivity than the lathe. The facets are ground onto the stone using these tools and then polished as described above.

Crucial to the modern action of gemstones is the type of cutting known as faceting, which produces brilliance from the refraction of light. Until the late Middle Ages, all kinds of gemstones were cut into cabochons or flat plates.

The first attempts at cutting and faceting aimed to cover up the stones’ natural imperfections. Proper cutting, however, depends on a detailed knowledge of the stone’s crystal structure.

Moreover, it was not until the 15th century that the abrasive property of diamonds was discovered and used. Following this discovery, the art of cutting and polishing precious stones developed, first in France and the Netherlands. Rose cuts were developed in the 17th century, and the brilliant cut, now the most preferred for diamonds, was first used around 1700.

 

In modern gemstone cutting, the cabochon method continues to be used for opaque, translucent and transparent stones, such as opal, carbuncle, and others. For most transparent gemstones (especially diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds), faceted cutting is almost always used.

In this method, multiple facets are cut geometrically to bring out the beauty of light and color to the greatest advantage. This is done at the expense of material, often up to half the stone or more, but the gemstone’s value increases significantly.

The four most common faceted shapes are the brilliant cut, step cut, scissor cut and rose cut.

 

Some stones are engraved with high-speed cutting tools. The stone is held by hand against the tool, with the shape, symmetry, size, and depth of the cut being determined by eye.

Gemstones can also be made by cementing several smaller stones to create a large piece of jewelry.

In some cases, the color of gemstones is also enhanced. This is achieved by any of these three methods:

  • heating under controlled conditions.
  • exposure to X-rays or radium.
  • applying pigment or colored foil to the facets of the pavilion (base).

Recently, various types of synthetic gemstones have been produced, including:

  • rubies
  • sapphires
  • emeralds.

 

Currently, two methods are used for production, one involving crystal growth from a solution and the other - from melts.

 

14 Interesting Facts About Natural Stones and Minerals

 

  1. Sapphire is the only gemstone that comes in all the colors of the rainbow. The next time you buy sapphire beads, get them in your favorite rainbow color.

 

  1. The largest diamond is known as the Hope Diamond. The deep blue diamond weighs 4.25 carats. The diamond is housed in the world-famous Smithsonian Museum, one of the most visited museums in the world.

 

  1. Citrines and amethysts are made from the same mineral, with the difference only in color. Interestingly, excessive heat changes their color.

 

  1. Blue-violet tanzanites are known for their appealing shade, but you would be surprised to know that when extracted from the earth, they are colorless. They undergo thermal treatment to achieve the beautiful blue-violet tanzanite.

 

  1. The Diamond Crater National Park in Arkansas allows you to dig for diamonds yourself!

 

  1. The stunning gemstone iolite is often mistaken for tanzanite and sapphire. It is a popular alternative to their expensive counterparts. You should never clean the gemstone with ultrasonic cleaners available on the market. The chemicals in them can destroy the shine of iolite.

 

  1. The emerald and aquamarinestones are made from the same mineral.

 

  1. Amethyst gemstones were once considered one of the most valuable on earth, but the equation changed overnight when huge reserves were discovered in Brazil.

 

  1. Black onyx is not a natural gemstone but is dyed black. This is why it needs to be cleaned very carefully.

 

  1. In ancient times, women wore opal beads in their hair to protect the color of their blonde locks.

 

  1. It is believed that many sapphires sank with the iconic ship Titanic.

 

  1. Garnet gets its name from the seeds of the famous pomegranate fruit.

 

  1. Quartz and tourmaline stones produce an electric charge when heated. Another interesting thing about tourmaline is that it attracts dust when exposed to light.

 

  1. The Gemstone Mine is a famous place in North Carolina known for its colorful gemstones. You can dig for moonstones, citrines, garnets, emeralds, aquamarines, and many others there.

 

More About Gemstones and Minerals

 

All gemstones are classified using four main parameters - the four Cs:

  • color
  • clarity
  • cut
  • carat weight

However, there is no universally accepted gemstone grading system. Diamonds are classified using a system developed by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in the early 1950s.

Historically, all gemstones were graded with the naked eye. The GIA system includes a basic innovation: introducing 10x magnification as a standard for grading clarity. Other gemstones are still graded with the naked eye.

You may have heard of the Mohs scale, which ranks the hardness of gemstones and minerals on a scale from 1 (least hard - talc) to 10 (hardest - diamond).

Few people outside the gemstone industry realize the true nature of a gemstone’s journey from mine to store counter.

Whether the gemstone is offered to the consumer at a traditional jewelry store or online, the journey always requires tons of earth and countless hours of labor.

Gemstones have been a symbol of wealth and power for centuries.

Apart from being used as jewelry, many civilizations believed gemstones have mysterious powers.

 

  • Jade was the royal gemstone in early Chinese culture, while lapis lazuli was highly prized by the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt.

 

  • The name "diamond" derives from ancient Greek, meaning "proper," "immutable," "unbreakable," "untamed," and "invincible."
  • If a gemstone has star-like white rays, this is called the "star effect" or asterism. Moreover, the star effect is often observed in garnet and emeralds.

 

  • Gemstones change colors under different lights or radiation. Some gemstones can also be fluorescent.

 

  • Some gemstones can change colors according to the mood of the person who wears them;

 

  • They were worn as mood rings in the early Victorian era. Mood stones work by reacting to body temperature.

 

A birthstone is a gemstone culturally associated with a person’s birth month. Historically, different cultures have used many different sets of birthstones. In 1912, the Jewellers of America, the national association of jewelers in the USA, officially adopted the following list, which is currently the most widely used list in the world:

  • January: Garnet
  • February: Amethyst
  • March: Aquamarine or Bloodstone
  • April: Diamond
  • May: Emerald
  • June: Pearl, Moonstone, or Alexandrite
  • July: Ruby
  • August: Peridot, Sardonyx, or Sapphire
  • September: Sapphire
  • October: Opal or Tourmaline
  • November: Citrine or Yellow Topaz
  • December: Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Zircon, Blue Topaz, or Tanzanite

 

Hidden Meanings of Some Gemstones

 

Emerald

According to a legend, the emerald is one of the stones given by God to King Solomon - a gift that granted him power over all creation. The Incas used emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies. The Spaniards - who generally valued gold and silver much more than gemstones - traded the stone for precious metals.

Some even believed that placing an emerald under the tongue could help a person see the future, and be protected from evil spells. It is said that wearing an emerald allows you to discern truth or falsehood in a lover’s oath.

 

Amber

Though amber technically represents petrified tree resin rather than stone, it is still considered a gemstone. In Scandinavian mythology, Freyja weeps tears that turn into gold and amber when her husband is away.

This stone is associated with electricity and light: We derive the word electricity from the Greek name for amber, electron, and the stone, once thought to be made of impure sunlight, was sacred to the Greek god Apollo.

Chinese believed that amber was the soul of a tiger transformed after death.

 

Moonstone

According to Hindu mythology, moonstones consist of solidified moonbeams. Other cultures associate this gemstone with moonlight. The geological structure of the stone disperses light, creating a phenomenon called adularescence, which visually resembles scattered moonlight.

Similar to beliefs about emeralds, some ancients believed that placing a moonstone in the mouth during a full moon could give a person a glimpse into their future.

 

Tourmaline

The symbolic properties of tourmaline vary significantly depending on the region. According to Egyptians, the stone found its set of colors (tourmaline usually comes in pink, blue, yellow, green, and red) when it left the earth’s center and passed through the rainbow.

  Some African and Australian shamans believe these are stones that can find sources of problems, provide insight, and offer direction towards the good. In many cultures, black tourmaline was believed to protect against dark magic. Native Americans gave certain shades of the stone as burial gifts.

 

Diamond

Diamonds are the only gemstones composed of a single pure element, carbon. Its molecules bond in perfect symmetry, making it the hardest natural substance on the planet. Due to these physical properties, they have long symbolized strength, longevity, constancy and luck.

 

Topaz

Early gem-cutters considered topaz as a stone capable of:

  • protecting against diseases and premature deaths.
  • strengthening the brain.
  • reducing anger and sadness.
  • eliminating cowardice.

This stone was believed to cool boiling water, become invisible in the presence of poison, and create its own light. Mystic and Roman Catholic Saint Hildegard of Bingen claimed to read prayers in a dark chapel by the light emitted from topaz.

 

Labradorite

This stone has the ability (called labradorescence) to change its color when "struck" by light. Native Canadians believed the gemstone could increase energy, reduce stress and anxiety, protect its wearer from danger, and help in communication with supernatural forces.

 

Garnet

Garnet is one of the stones believed to have been given by God to King Solomon. Hades gives pomegranate seeds, often associated with the stone, to Persephone, before she leaves as a sign of safety. Due to this, garnets are often given as gifts upon departure. When given in this context, they are believed to ensure quick, safe returns and eradicate emotional distance between separated lovers.

Garnets also have connections with light and work. It is said that Plato engraved his portrait on a garnet by a Roman engraver, and it is believed that Noah used a finely cut, glowing garnet to illuminate the ark.

Garnets symbolize the blood of Christ, and in the Quran, it is said that garnets illuminate the Fourth Heaven of Muslims.

 

Cats Eye

It is believed to protect soldiers from death, making enemies think their targets are already dead. In Hindu knowledge, it is believed that placing a cat’s eye on the "third eye" increases psychic abilities and repels evil spirits.

Each of these beliefs stems from the fact that the dark streaks of the stone appear to transform into bright ones and vice versa when turned. This phenomenon shows that opposites are not mutually exclusive: Dualistic doctrines - light as a symbol of good and darkness as a symbol of bad - are artificial and subjective and can be dissolved.

 

Agate

It is believed that agate gives those who wear it the favor of the gods and a brave heart. It is also said to increase fidelity in marriage and love. Once, Roman farmers wore talismanic agates in the hope that the heavens would grant them bountiful harvests. Thus, the ancient Persians believed that agate could ward off storms.

 

 

Opal

Opal is formed when silica gel particles are deposited in rock crevices. It has long been considered one of the luckiest and most magical gemstones due to its ability to display many colors.

In Greek mythology, Gyges discovered an opal ring that made him invisible. He then killed the king of Lydia and married the queen. Despite the consequences of this myth, opals are associated with hope, purity, and truth.

 

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