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AMBER -
results from tree resin going
through a
metamorphasis
over millions
of years.
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AMETHYST
(February
birthstone) - A transparent purple (light
and dark
shades) variety of quartz, relatively hard and
fairly brilliant. A stone of change, protection
and enlightenment.
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AQUAMARINE
(March
birthstone) - A symbol
of youth, hope, and health. Ranges in color
from light blue to bluish green to deep
blue, which is the most valuable and desrirable
color.
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CHAORITE - a
rare mineral found only in the Murun
Mountains of Russia.
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CITRINE -
yellow
to amber brown, often made by heat-treating
purple amethyst. Enhances personal power,
emotional awareness, creativity and optimism
while dissipating negative energy.
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FOSSILS -
Supports
growth and the achievement of goals by releasing
limiting beliefs and encouraging openness
to novel and innovative opportunities. Imbues
quality and distinction within one's environment.
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JASPER -
Known
as the "Supreme Nurturer". Helps
us assist others to free themselves from
limiting bonds and bring joy and light into
the world. Unites the energy of the physical
with the spiritual toward the attainment
of goals.
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LABRADORITE - it's
colours change according to the
angle
of light refraction, usually
flashing a blue or green "labradorescence."
Found in some meteorites, it promotes psychic
abilities.
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LAPIS
LAZULI - is composed primarily
of lazurite, but often sparkles
with golden pyrite inclusions.
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MOONSTONE
(June birthstone) - The
"stone of wishes" is translucent color with iridescent blue or white sheen. Enhances
awareness of body rythms to balance one's
natural energy.
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MOTHER-OF-PEARL
- is the iridescent coating on the
inside of oyster shells.
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OPAL
(October birthstone) - Composed
of hydrated silica
spheres
which produce mini rainbows in the correct light.
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PERIDOT
(August birthstone) - The
richness of its color is exceptional, coming
in shades of yellowish to darker, purer
green. A stone of birth and renewal, it
promotes peace and happiness and attracts
success and good luck.
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QUARTZ -
The
most common mineral on Earth and most varied
in terms of varieties, colors, and forms.
Empowers and protects by amplifying and
focusing energy. Alleviates anger and opens
the spirit for meditation and development.
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TOPAZ
- has
been an important gem for thousands of years
for its beauty and resistance to scratches.
Colors include yellow, brown, and pink,
with blue being the most widely known and
used in jewellery. Attracts abundance
and love.
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TURQUOISE
- an opaque, blue-green
mineral, it has been
enjoyed as
a gem for thousands of years.
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