amethyst

August 9, 2010

All That You Wished To Know About Amethyst Jewelry

Amethyst is a sort of quartz crystal that is purple in coloration. It is located naturally as clusters within a nodular stone. The purple shade comes out of the existence of manganese, while the existence of iron in express quantities accounts for the vividness of the color.

Amethyst’s chemical name is Silicon Dioxide, and it measures seven on the Mohs’ toughness scale, making it rather reluctant to scratching. Amethyst can actually be used to form other gems like citrine, by going through heat treatments. Particularly darkish stones are once in a while heated to boost coloring. The biggest cut amethyst stone is commonly found at London’s state History Museum. It weighs a fantastic 343 carats. Amethyst is believed to possess a couple of capacities to treat individuals, both psychologically and physically. Being around amethyst jewelry is believed to reduce negativism and stress.

Placing it underneath the pillow is reported to sooth the mind, prompt rest and dispel bad dreams. Amethyst stones are used as amethyst jewelry in the form of charms, earrings, rings, anklet bands, and pendants. This unusually honoured valuable stone is also used in other items apart from amethyst jewelry including hair accessories, key rings and watches. Its purple color has for ages been connected with royalty. Due to its purple coloring and splendour, amethyst jewelry was well liked by the royals for years.

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June 8, 2010

All That You Want To Know Regarding Amethyst Jewelry

Amethyst is a type of quartz crystal that is purple in coloration. It is found naturally as clusters inside a nodular stone. The purple shade comes out of the existence of manganese, while the existence of iron in express quantities accounts for the vividness of the color.

Amethyst’s chemical name is Silicon Dioxide, and it measures 7 on the Mohs’ toughness scale, making it rather reluctant to scratching. Amethyst can essentially be used to form other gems like citrine, by going thru heat treatments. Particularly darkish stones are once in a while heated to improve coloring. The largest cut amethyst stone is frequently found at London’s state History Museum. It weighs a superb 343 carats. Amethyst is thought to possess a couple of capacities to treat individuals, both psychologically and physically. Being around amethyst jewelry is thought to reduce negativism and stress.

Placing it underneath the pillow is reported to sooth the mind, induce rest and dispel bad dreams. Amethyst stones are used as amethyst jewelry in the form of charms, earrings, rings, anklet bands, and pendants. This unusually honoured valuable stone is also used in other items apart from amethyst jewelry including hair accessories, key rings and watches. Its purple color has for ages been connected with royalty. Due to its purple coloring and grace, amethyst jewelry was well liked by the royals for decades.

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September 7, 2009

Moonstone: A glamorous look

 

Moonstone: A Feminine Look

Moonstone is enchanting! When one thinks of gemstones, they don’t generally think of them as being innately male or female. They don’t look at an emerald stone and believe, “Wow, that’s a male mineral.” Or on looking at a lapis lazuli mention, “Observe the feminine curves of that stone.” But it can be said that moonstone is, by far, the most feminine of all the gemstones. It goes with out saying that every single thing about the moonstone is sourced from the feminine.

To make this point, look at Moonstone, which has a soft color and is easy to scratch just like most women. A woman will feel the pain of an unkind word for as long as she is able to remember it. Soft whites, blues, pinks or yellows are usual colors for moonstone Also, moonstone is associated with great goddesses of the world. Aphroselene is a moonstone named after the goddesses of Aphrodite by the Greeks. desire & selene. moon.

It is also said that moonstone is an incredible healing stone for women. It endorses natural, powerful hormonal equilibrium in women. Moonstone also helps in alleviating menstrual cramps, promotes fertility, and helps to ensure an easy pregnancy and safe delivery.

The lore of moonstone says that it calms fears—as any good mother does with her child who is afraid of the dark. When the moon is high it thought that the stone enocourages people to fall deeply in love and see their future together. What an astonishing mineral!

 

Its name is derived from a visual effect, or sheen, caused by light reflecting internally in the moonstone from layer inclusion of different feldspars. Pliny mentions stones called astrion, astriotes and ceraunia, and these were very probably what we now know as moonstone. He describes the first two as being transparent, like rock crystal, but with a bright white spot that appears to move as the stone is rotated and twisted in the fingers.

View jewelry made with Moonstone at Ninas Jewelry Designs.

 

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Meditation can be performed on Amethyst.

Meditating with an Amethyst gem.

Anyone who has ever meditated has probably worn amethyst around their necks or on their wrists. Amethyst is very useful in helping to bring thought patterns into alignment as well has helping one focus during meditation. This stone also brings great stability, peace, and strength while balancing the energies of the intellectual, emotional and physical bodies.

If you have terrible headaches then get this stone to rid yourself of them. Amethyst is known for treating bone and joint-related pains and sickness, such as arthritis and toothaches, and can help to balance blood sugar as well as curing problems in the stomach and digestive tract.

Amethyst offers many health benefits, and has been known to remove stress and help dealing with depression. This stone is great at deflecting negative energy instead of absorbing it, thus there are no negative side-effects with amethyst. Because this stone is thought to be extremely powerful, it is advised that it be worn sparingly and not over long periods of time.

Apart from all its important features and qualities, you will find it most attractive to wear as a stone. You can use this purple stone with any outfit, whether for business or pleasure. A beaded amethyst necklace with Swarovski crystals would be an amazing addition to a stylish evening dress. Pair this with a matching bracelet using the same stones, or how about a pair of silver and amethyst earrings to go with your suit. When making a presentation to coworkers expect them to be bowled over by your earrings as well as your talents.

Amethyst occurs in primary hues from a light pinkish violet to a deep purple. It may exhibit one or both secondary hues, red and blue. Amethyst was used as a gemstone by the ancient Egyptians and was largely employed in antiquity for intaglios. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle.

You can see some sample Amethyst jewelry at Nina Blooms Design Jewelry.

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September 2, 2009

The Fascinating History and Legend of Agate

 

An example of a beautful Agate Earings can be seen at Nina Blooms Design Jewelry. Agate stones are formed in volcanic rocks from as nodules in ancient lava flows.  These volcanically formed cavities are filled with layers of silica, much of the time forming solid, stripped and dendrite appearances. These attractive patterns make agate beautiful and unqiue.

The tradition and loveliness of Agate.

Agate, thought to be one of the oldest stones in recorded history, is part of the quartz family—specifically chalcedony—and comes in a rainbow of colors. In actuality, there are almost 20 different agate types. A few of them includes Montana agate, plume agate, India black skin, and crazy lace agate. While agate is found all over the world, the most notorious place it is mined is in Idar-Oberstein in Germany where it has been mined for over 450 years. Agate Jewelry is stunning!

Agate is said to have a powerful beneficial effect on emotions Legends tells of the healing powers of this stone being able to cure scorpion and snake bites. Agate is also known to increase stamina, and bring relief of insomnia and stomach aches. The wearer of this stone will be kept calm and focused if they were born under the zodiac sign of Gemini. Keep this stone with you when making important decisions. The agate is also the birthstone for those born in September.

Because agate comes in such an array of colors, it is the perfect stone for any outfit. Soft pinks, rusty reds, creamy whites, deep blacks, and even shades of blue can find their way into the agate stone. Every gem has its own stripes of color and this is referred to as a having a drusy. and druzy. Lapidaries often cut a small part of the drusy out of the stone and this part is then sold in jewelry stores or by artisans who handcraft jewelry.

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August 31, 2009

The Fascinating History and Legend of Agate

 

An example of a beautful Agate Earings can be seen at Nina Blooms Design Jewelry. Agate stones are formed in volcanic rocks from as nodules in ancient lava flows.  These volcanically formed cavities are filled with layers of silica, much of the time forming solid, stripped and dendrite appearances. These attractive patterns make agate beautiful and unqiue.

The Folklore and Beauty of Agate

Thought to be one of the oldest stones in recorded history, agate is part of the quartz family, and comes in a rainbow of colors. Almost twenty varieties of agate are known to exist. Some of them are Montana agate, plume agate, India black skin, and crazy lace agate. Agate is mined in Idar-Oberstein in Germany mostly, where it has been mined for over 450 years, but it is naturally found all over the world. Agate Jewelry is stunning!

Agate is said to have a powerful beneficial effect on emotions It is said that this stone can heal the sting of scorpion and snake bites. This stone can also help in the promotion of honesty and stamina, and can aid in the relief of insomnia and stomach aches. Those born under the zodiac sign of Gemini—the twins—are encouraged to wear this stone since it will help keep them calm and focused. When making an important decision, you should carry this stone. For people born in September, agate is the birthstone associated with this month.

Agate is thought to be the best stone no matter the clothing because it comes in quite a variety of colors. An agate stone has many various colors inlcuding soft pinkst, rusty reds, creamy whites and sometimes blue shades. Every gem has its own stripes of color and this is referred to as a having a drusy. (also spelled “druzy”) this part is then sold in jewelry stores or by artisans who handcraft jewelry.

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