Citrine
Known as the "success stone, " pale yellow Citrine, the gemstone for November, suffers from a case of mistaken identity that sometimes keeps gem lovers away from its beauty and benefits. In nature the color of Citrine, a quartz crystal, ranges from pale yellow to brown. When cut into a gemstone, Citrine is virtually impossible to tell visually from the more valuable Yellow Topaz. This has led unscrupulous dealers to substitute Citrine for Yellow Topaz, much to the chagrin of bilked customers when they discover the truth, usually at resale. Most commercial-grade Citrine is actually amethyst or smoky quartz that has been ...
Amethyst
Amethyst is the birthstone for those born in the month of February, and also is the 6th anniversary stone. Throughout history, Amethyst, along with rock crystal and other quartz stones, was believed to have supernatural powers. Amethyst was known to prevent drunkenness and protect the wearer from catching contagious diseases. Spheres of rock crystal were also believed to possess powers that could foretell the future. This might have developed from the fact that quartz does posses properties that make it seem magical. Quartz crystals become electrically charged when subjected to pressure, and if an electrical current is ...
Origins of Blue Topaz
Blue Topaz can be found in sky blue, greenish blue, or an "electric" blue. Whatever it's color, Blue Topaz is a popular gemstone and not only makes beautiful jewelry, but also has a variety of interesting legends. Blue Topaz is a quartz crystal, and like most topazes, starts out as being nearly clear. The clear quartz crystals are irradiated to draw out the blue hues, then heat treated to seal in the color. The color depends on which type of radiation is used. Exposing the topaz crystals to neutrons in a nuclear accelerator transforms the ...
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Properties of Alexandrite
Alexandrite is believed to foster the joy of living by entering the lives of those that possess too much self-discipline. Alexandrite reminds us of our origin in the universe and our purpose in life, bringing cheer to its wearer. It gives hope to those who despair about life and strengthens them by constantly reminding them of the "light" in people.... [Read more of this review]
Gemstones – Myth and Medicine
The story of gemstones is as old as the hills in which they formed, millions of years ago. Gleaning our knowledge from ancient burial sites, we know that gems were used for weapons as well as for adornment. Gemstone jewelry has been found in graves dating back 20,000 years. In the past, people worked mainly with local gemstones. Jade was carved... [Read more of this review]
The Gemstone of Success – Citrine
Over the centuries, Citrine acquired a reputation as a "success stone" that promotes prosperity and abundance. It's sometimes nicknamed "merchant's stone" because superstitious merchants of times past put Citrine in their cashboxes to bring in money. However, Citrine supposedly also brings about success in unexpected ways. In addition to manifesting... [Read more of this review]
Peridot A Gemstone Of Spiritual Purity
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