Gemstone Glossary

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Gemstone Glossary

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Page 1: Gemstone Glossary

Ever wondered the origin of a gemstone or its symbolic

meaning? Or, which gemstone says "That's ME!"

To find out more. Click to here.

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“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

Amethyst- Often used during meditation to provide an overall sense of spiritual balance

Blue Agate- Blue is associated with truth, loyalty an reliability

Amber- Thought to help absorb negative energy and to release bright, soothing energy

Aquamarine- represents happiness, Hope and everlasting you and birthstone for March

Carnelian- enhance self-esteem, to combat feelings of inadequacy, and to increase physical energy

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”

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Citrine- thought to have a positive influence that can relieve backache, and combat

depression and problems with the liver, spleen, digestive system and the bladder

Coral- symbol of the importance of creatures and plants living harmoniously together

Emerald- symbolizes good fortune

Flourite- symbolizes relaxation

Garnet- symbolizes a quick return to a separated love, fertility and feminine life force

“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”

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Goldstone- help one stay calm and stabilize the emotions; an energy stone

Hematite-symbol of life energy, allows for more confidence, is known to deflect negativity and restores equilibrium and stability

Iolite- helps us to see the path we are on and the path we should be on; It calls for us to honor ourselves and to surrender some space so the sacred can work through us to make the necessary changes

Jade- gives balance to what we see (body) and what we don't see (spirit), so each revitalizes the other

Labradorite-helps us regain our energy and aids our bodies and spirits in healing themselves

“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”

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Lapis Lazuli-it is considered by some to be an aid to balancing the brow chakra (which

influences vision and hearing). Imbalances of the brow (or blue) chakra are said to cause

headaches, anxiety and disorders of the skin

Magnesite, White- believed to bring deep peace and silent relaxation during

meditation, stimulate passion in the heart and help strengthen bones and teeth

Malachite- helps reveal and heal emotional pain

Marcasite- inspires relaxation, reflection, spiritual development, focus and clarity

Moonstone Multicolored- helps with stress by calming the mind and soothing the spirit

“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”

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Mother of Pearl- Natural- spiritual value for those whose high goals and attitudes keep them feeling stressed

Mother of Pearl- White-calm and lessen the fears of those who wear it

Black- Onyx - thought by some to have protective qualities, making it advantageous to carry when one is traveling

Opal -associated with helping people become less visible to others and also in improving eyesight

Pearl, Cultured Freshwater -The inner glow (orient) of pearls is thought to tap inner-wisdom and nurture love; Pearls are also believed to signify innocence and faith

“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”

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Peridot- believed to bring good health, restful sleep and peace to relationship

Quartz Crystal - the word is associated with everything pure and sparkling: raindrops, waterfalls, high mountain streams

Rose Quartz - associated with love, the heart and beauty

Rhodonite- helps us put petty things behind us

Ruby- is said to have contentment and peace, gemstone of love

“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”

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Sapphire- enhance creativity and to focus purity of thought

Spinel- helps us set our egos aside and become devoted to another person; encourages great passion

Tanzanite-believed to facilitate a higher consciousness and stimulate intuition andperception

Tigereye- promotes clear-eyed vision; it helps us see ourselves and the world around us more perceptively

Topaz -associated with compassion and communication

“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”

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Tourmaline- encourages love and gently disperses emotional pain and dissolves disruptive

feelings; it calms the negative emotions that upset relationships

Turquoise- encourages enthusiasm, inspiring new projects and bringing to light

undiscovered artistic abilities

Zoisite- reinforces one’s focus and creative empowerment

“Gemstones have been known to possess spiritual powers and maintain highly decorative properties.

This gemstone guide is not intended to provide holistic therapy recommendations and is for entertainment purposes only”