Precious stone gems, are made of rock and minerals, minerals have one major component, while rocks are intrinsic mixture of minerals. Since ancient cultures, precious stones are attributed with mystical properties and some are also claimed to be source of energy.  Each mineral has it own physical properties and each precious stone has its own power. People who use precious stones attract and irradiate cosmic energy.

Gemstones were also attributed mystical connection with Earth, sea and stars constellations. Since constellations are associated with calendar time, stones were then associated with time.  There are specific stone minerals attributed to each month. That's how birthstones were born.  Here is a list of birthstones by month:

In the past, there were precious stone and semi-precious stones. Today, all gemstones are precious stones due to lack and difficulty of acquisition. Gold is still the oldest and most precious minerals of all times.

I have gathered some information of physical and mystical properties of stones.

Properties attributed to the Precious Stones:

The emerald, diamond and and topaz transmit their powers to the persons who use them.

The emerald is the goddess of gems. Influenced Venus and the moon it symbolizes life. In the 16 century, the legends told that emerald owners were more eloquent and with better memory. Mystics think that emerald can intensify the spiritual conscience and harmony. There is also a Jew legend telling that an emerald was one of the four stones that was given to Salomon by God to give him the power over all that was created. Emeralds has been used as protection. It is recommended to look directly to an emerald in order  to relax the optic nerve and rest the eye sight. Colombia is the best emerald producer of the world.

The diamond is the major expression of white light. Is a symbol of clarity ad illumination. Harmonizes the heart and mind. It possess all colors from the rainbow and a great power of healing. It protects from negative vibrations.

The topaz

The Ruby brings a positive approach to life and happiness. Stimulate the body through the blood circulation. It is claimed to strengthen the psychic defenses and adds will and self-trust to the ones who use it. Resembles the unconditional love. Ruby is the symbol of love. 

Coral. One of the five sacred stones of the Tibetans and American Indians. It was used for healing of eyes. The color of coral fades if the owner has anemia or deficiencies of the blood. The red coral is stimulating for the blood and body. It has to be in its natural stage in order to retain all its properties. It has negative ions that are necessary to maintain balance and harmony in the body.

Mother Pearl - symbol of purity and perfection, elegance and fortune. Pearls are an organic gem, created when an oyster covers a foreign object with beautiful layers of nacre. They are rare and beautiful way of nature to cover imperfections. It is widely used for bridal jewelry and wedding activities.

Properties attributed to the Semi-Precious Stones

Varieties of Quarts stones:

    Agate - Makes easy the ability to understand the truth and accept life  circumstances. Strengthens the mind and body. Imparts sense of fortress and courage. Provides harmony. Green Agate helps those who works the grown.

    Amethyst - Amethyst and sapphire inspire the spiritual raise by their frequency and vibrations. Helps to control fear and anxiety. It has a relaxing effect into the nervous system. One of the bests stones used for meditation. Helps Alcoholics. Pass the stone over the forehead to heal headaches and migraine. Stabilizes the energy centers of the body. Colors: violet and lilac.

    Aventurine - It purifies the body. Eliminates the anxiety and stress. Effective for emotional healing. It has mental and physical healing properties. Stimulate the muscular cells. Provides emotional calm and positive aptitudes toward life. Colors: green and orange.

    Bloodstone - the green and red coloration increase physical and mental energy and promote healing effects. It heals blood disorders. Colors: green and red.

    Citrine - It is synchronized with the solar energy and has positive radiation. Great energy source. Promotes motivation and physical activities. Helps with digestion, diabetes and provides security and calm. It also helps to reduce auto-destructive behavior. Brings happiness, hope, fertility and opulence. Colors: from yellow to dark brown.

    White Quartz crystal - Harmonize and levels the aura, projecting equilibrium to the body. Makes the energy flow. Provides a better understanding of spiritual plane. Provides protection against negative forces around us. 

    Rose Quartz crystal - It is considered the love stone since the ancient Egipt. It is claimed to increase fertility. Corrects the sexual and emotional unbalance. Reduce tension and gives happiness. Helps to heal the heartaches. Colors: pink.

    Hemalyke - Even though it is a man-made stone, it is claim to be have some hematite stone properties. Helps to gain concentration and balance. It also helps to better visualize  who and where we really are. Helps to reduce tension and provides energy to the body. Increase the personal magnetism, optimism and determination. Protects the ones who gets synchronized with the stone. It is recommended to carry this stone in the automobile as a protection. Good for astral projection and visualization exercises.

    Lapis Lazuli - Illuminate and provides fortress, vitality and virility. Activates the thyroid gland. Facilitate the mental clarity, psychic capacity and communication with other beings.  The Romans believed that lapis was a powerful aphrodisiac. In the Middle Ages, it was thought to keep the limbs healthy, and also to free the soul from error, envy and fear. Some once believed that lapis had medicinal properties. It was ground down, mixed with milk and applied as a dressing for boils and ulcers. Excellent for meditation. Colors: blue, dark blue, gold accents.

    Malachite - One of the most ancient stones. It fortify the circulatory system and increase the capillary action. Stimulate the heart and increase the capacity to love. Protect business from falling and dangers. It is recommended to stay away from nightmares. Its energy brings happiness, calm and rest. Colors: green.

    Tiger eye - It has great vitality. Great stabilizer when mounted in silver. Helps people to recognize their own defects. Helps to develop fortress and sense of responsibility. Helps to fight against negative forces. It is claimed to heal the entire digestive system.

    Black Onyx - Provides fortification to those who have fears and preoccupations. It relates to secret wisdom. Increase emotional equilibrium and self-esteem. Alleviate tensions and anxieties.

    Unakite - Composed of three minerals: pink feldspar, green epidote, and quartz. Metaphysical Properties: Emotional balance, spirituality. Assists in self-awareness and self-esteem. Facilitates re-birthing process. Good for healthy reproductive system and pregnancy. Unakite can be very helpful in the release of suppressed feelings. It helps one to realize new ways of doing things, thus permitting self creativity.  Epidote enhances one's perceptions, encourages participation with others, and helps in self-esteem.

Other Semi-precious stones:

Turquoise stones. This precious stone has great popularity these days. It is one of the most oldest and valuable jewels since ancient Egypt. Most well-known pieces incorporating the gem are those recovered from Tutankhamun's tomb. The turquoise stone is claimed to change its color when they are used by physically or mentally ill persons. Turquoise is the birthstone of December & the anniversary gemstone for the 11th year of marriage.

Sapphires guides you throughout the spiritual journey. They help you in the transformation to other levels of conscience.  It has been used as meditation instrument. Its vibration helps to heal the harmony between the inner spiritual, mental and physical beings.

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