Gemology and Gemstones In Gemology, Gemstones are the precious stones pieces naturally; these are then polished and finished for the various purposes. The most common purpose of using gemstones is for creating jewellery. There are different varieties of gemstones that seem same but they are different in their composition. Gemologists, who describe gems and […]
Ruby and its properties.
Ruby and its properties. Ruby is a very rare gem. They exist in many shades of red, from pinkish to purplish or brownish red. The red colour is determined by the amount of chromium, which further enhances the colour by causing a red fluorescence. Most rubies show purplish red to orangey red hues. However the […]
Bloodstone and its properties.
Bloodstone and its properties. Bloodstone is also known as “heliotrope” which is an opaque green variety of chalcedony. The name, Bloodstone, was chosen because of the stone’s many red spots which are caused by Haematite. This is due to the red spots resembling drops of blood. The red spots on the normally dark green gemstones […]
Librans Star Sign Birthstones
Balance a Libra Star Sign Acquiring balance is Librans life’s quest; balancing self, balancing others and all situations that arise. These peace making folk will often be so busy striving to keep everyone they know in balance, that they fall over in a heap, tipping that side of the scale to totally unbalanced. […]
Birthstone: Their Origin And Qualities
Birthstones: their Origin and Qualities There are 12 birthstones representing each of the months in a year. Their origin can probably be attributed back to the biblical times, during the time of Moses, where twelve colors comprised the Breast Plate of the High Priest, which represents Israel’s twelve tribes. After several centuries, the number “12” […]
Citrine gems and their properties.
Citrine and its properties. Natural bright yellow Citrine is the rarest of the Quartz varieties. It is named from the old French word citrin, meaning yellow. The ancient Romans used it for jewellery and intaglio work and was very popular for jewellery in the 19th century. It is the birthstone of November and is also recognised as […]
Lapis Lazuli and its properties.
Lapis Lazuli and its properties. Lapis Lazuli is a beautiful blue opaque gemstone. It has been considered as a holy stone, a friendship stone and a stone of truth throughout its lifetime of use, Lapis Lazuli encourages the wearer to speak their mind and create harmonious relationships. Lapis, historically, was ground and the pigments used […]
Gemstones Astrology and Auras
Gemstones Astrology and Auras Going deep into the details of this concept, the negative or positive effects of the Aura present around a person puts its signatures on the things touched by that persons and the people known and met by him. For example, if Mercury is the planet that rules the house of government […]
General Knowledge of Gemstones
General Knowledge of Gemstones Ever since their evolution, gemstones are the center of attraction for human civilization due to their exceptional luster, natural beauty, and cosmic powers. The legends, folklores, and myths about gemstones make them even more enigmatic and fascinating. Loose gems have always been preferred for their strong properties and healing powers. […]
Rings as Gifts: How Do You Choose?
Rings As Gifts, How do you choose? When considering jewelry gift options, the most difficult part is choosing what type of jewelry to buy. Most women like to wear several different types of jewelry — from earrings, to necklaces, bracelets, and charms — and most do not have a single favorite type. On the […]
Children Drawn to the Sparkle of Jewelry
by Ben McLeod Children jewelry Observing how a baby reacts to visual stimuli and it is easy to see how jewelry gets the attention of children and adults alike. Beauty, color and shine are universal attractants not limited to humans. Many species of animals and insects all react and respond to visual cues that often […]
What’s up Energetic Arians: Know your Birthstone
What’s up Energetic Arians: Know your Birthstone Arians birthstone is Diamonds. Birthstones play a vital role in influencing the nature of an individual. As the astrological signs are ruled by various stars and their energies positive or malefic, we all know they make a huge impact on our lives throughout. However, for centuries now […]
