Rose Quartz
The beautiful pink colored stone, symbolizes Love and Romance. It is the most effective stone against damaging radiation.It can manifest its powerful energy even when simply placed in a room as a raw stone. It strengthens friendships, fights love-sickness and opens mind towards beautiful things in the world. It is mainly sourced from Brazil and also from Orissa.
Ruby
The word ruby comes from the Latin word 'ruber', meaning red. Throughout humanity red has represented passion & romance. This beautiful gemstone represents the same emotions. Sages have considered Ruby as the king of gemstones. It has been very popular gemstone with kings and queens, mainly during the Mughal Era in India. It is the gemstone for passion and courage. It is sourced mainly from Burma, India and Thailand. As it’s not a porus stone, can be cleaned with mild soap with warm water, also tooth brush.
Sapphire
Sapphire is mainly found in different shades of blue - the most beautiful blue in all the gemstones.The blue Sapphire (Neelam in Hindi) is the stone of Royalty and Romance, mainly sourced from Srilanka,India and Burma. Sapphire belongs to the Corundum family of gemstones, same as Ruby. Sapphires are found in all colors of spectrum, except red as the red Corundum is called Ruby. Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj in Hindi) and mixed colored Sapphire is also very popular. Yellow Sapphire is said to bring Happiness, Success & Wisdom.As it’s not a porous stone, Sapphire can be cleaned with mild soap with warm water, also tooth brush.
Amethyst
One of the most popular gemstones in the world, it was considered as the "Royal Gem" in ancient Europe. Amethyst is found in colors ranging from dark purple to light pinkish purple. It has been linked to spirituality.Buddhists believe that it helps in meditation and is therefore commonly used in Tibet. It is considered the Lucky stone for February. It is sourced from Brazil, Bolivia and some African countries. It becomes lighter on heating. Also regarded as the "Stone of Friendship". As it’s not a porous stone, it can be cleaned with mild soap with warm water, also tooth brush.
Emerald
This gemstone with rich, radiant green color has been adorned by kings and queens all over the world -from Shah Jahan to Chelopatra.
In the past, it was also used as the international currency for many years.Emeralds have been treasured for thousand of years for their rarity and beauty. They also have a mention in the Vedas and considered gemstone for good-luck and well-being. It is mostly sourced from Columbia and Brazil. It can be cleaned with normal water or moist cloth.
Citrine
The name Citrine is derived from the French word ‘citron’ which means lemon’, which is due to the rich yellow colors of this gemstone. Citrine belongs to the quartz family and is actually the heated form of Amethyst, which loses its color and become yellowish on heating. It is found in many countries, the most in Brazil. It resembles Topaz in looks but has a completely different composition. As it’s not a porous stone, can be cleaned with mild soap with warm water, but as a delicate stone care should be taken not to known this gemstone during use, as it may develop small fissures or cracks.
Pearl
Pearls are organic gemstones found in the seas and oceans. They are formed when oyster covers a foreign object with beautiful layers of nacre. In ancient times, they were very rare as they were created only by chance and thousands of oysters had to be searched to find a single pearl. Today pearls are cultured by man, though they have the same properties. Pearls have been worn by kings and queens all over the world. The pearl has always been the symbol of woman's perfect
beauty and purity.
Garnet
Garnets, mostly of red color, are also found in almost every color except blue. They are found in great variety and budgets. Considered lucky stone for January, Garnets are very popular in the fashion world. Garnet symbolizes constructiveness and is said to bring hope to people. They are sourced from many African countries, India, Thailand, Srilanka and USA. Garnet should be cleaned with soft, dampened cloth.
Moonstone
Moonstone has been admired for the shimmering sheen that moves through the stone, like moonlight. It has been associated with love and lovers. It is found in variety of colors, mainly in Srilanka, India and Burma. It promotes a natural strong hormonal balance in women. Care
should be taken to protect it form scratches
Aquamarine
The greenish-blue colour of this stone, reminds us of the sea. It is the member of the same family as Emeralds. It is considered lucky stone for the month of March. Brazil is the best known source of Aquamarine. It is said to bring pure love.
Rock Crystal
It is the most commonly known transparent crystal. It is found in many countries like Kashmir and Himalayan range in India. It was believed that it is petrified ice but actually it is a mineral from the quartz family. This cool, calming stone is used in meditations and for a number of healing purposes.
Carnelian
Carnelian is one of the oldest gemstones. It has been considered as the protective stone and also as the source of energy and vitality. Carnelian, also referred to as Cornelian, is found primarily in
India as well as some parts of South America.
Tourmaline
Tourmaline comprises colors of the spectrum from red to violet. This is the gemstone with unique electrical properties. These bright gemstones are often compared to emeralds for their similar appearance. Tourmalines in many colors are mined from Brazil.
Turquoise
Turquoise’s startling blue colours and soft, porous texture may be the reasons why it has been such an important gemstone for thousands of years across different civilizations. Its shining sky blue colour makes it popular in the world of fashion. It is known to protect against evil influence and brings good fortune into a house. It was even believed to bring material well-being to the wearer. In European tradition, the gift of turquoise ring means “forget me not”. The colour of the turquoise makes us feel cheerful, for in it the light blue of the sky and the stimulating green of the sea are combined. Indeed it is such a matchless colour that a term was specifically coined for it: turquoise.
Topaz
The name is derived from ‘Tapas’ or ‘fire’. There is a unique characteristic about the color of Topaz: a deep yellow verging on an orange, tinged with gold. Topaz is also found in broad range of
other colors, including colorless. It symbolizes the joy of life, its wearer will take delight in the world and himself and embark on the path of self-realisation. The royal crown of England is set with nearly five hundred Topazes.
Jade
With its beauty and expressiveness, Jade has attracted man from thousands of years. As early as 5000 B.C. jade was known in China as 'yu', the 'royal gem'. In ancient Egypt, jade was admired as the stone of love, inner peace, harmony and balance. Even today it is regarded a symbol of the good and the precious. It is a said to bring tranquillity and wisdom. It also heals diseases and prolongs life.
Cat's Eye
The band of reflected light that sweeps across the Cat’s Eye gemstone, reminds the observer of an eye of a cat. It appears to blink when you hold the stone between two sources of light and then rotate it. It is sourced from Sri Lanka, India, Brazil and some African countries.
Coral
A miracle from nature from deep inside the seas, it symbolises joy and happiness. Very closely related to pearls, Coral represents man's longing for summer, sun and far-off oceans. It protects from negative energy while also preserving loss of energy. Coral, it is said, relieves tension and fear and promotes positive forms of social life. The ancient faith in the protective force of coral is perpetuated in the custom of putting a necklace of red corals round the neck of a small child.Young girls too are often given a fine coral necklace as their first piece of jewellery.
Lapiz Lazuli
Lapis Lazuli is an intense blue colored rock. Its appearance similar to ‘blue sky’ has captivated human attention from thousands of years. It was also referred to as the ‘heaven’s stone’ in ancient Africa. It symbolizes inspiration and wisdom. Rulers wore it for its protective properties and as an ornament.
Smoky Quartz
It is the brown to black variety of quartz. It is mostly sourced from Brazil, USA, Australia and the Alps.Smoky quartz stands for facing life, giving strength and motivating to meet new challenges.
Jasper
Jasper is an ornamental rock, with colourful bands and patterns. It is found in various countries in different colours and patterns. It was worn by ancient Egyptians, with the belief that it increases sexual energy. It promotes good health and well-being, encouraging harmony and inner calm.
Sunstone
This beautiful stone is dedicated to Sun God because of its golden sparkle. It has been treated as a protective stone and also regarded as the stone of Leadership.
Sodalite
This gemstone derives its name from two Greek words ‘soda’ (salt) and ‘lithos’ (stone) because it is a stone that contains a lot of salt. As a blue gemstone it is often confused with Lapis Lazuli. It is said to promote inspiration and creativity and therefore has been a popular stone amongst artists,singers, painters, sculptors etc. Sodalite also smybolises self-confidence and loyalty.
Labrodite
With its shimmering play of colours, Labradorite symbolizes fantasy and creativity. The gemstone’s sparkle reminds us of fireworks. It was discovered at the end of the 18 century on the Canadian peninsula of Labrador after which it was named. It is also said to have a calming,harmonizing effect.
Tigers Eye
This shimmering golden stone takes its name form its resemblance to an tiger’s eye. It leads to a greater self-integration and autonomy. It is also effective in lifting depression and promoting concentration. It is highly sought after for making jewellery or for therapeutic purposes. It glitters
with a small ray of light on the surface.
Agate
This gemstone is most creatively striped by nature. These strips look like rings of a tree trunk or sometimes like eyes or even like landscapes with trees. It has been valued as an amulet from very
ancient times. Agate bowls were very popular amongst the royal families of Europe. It has been known for a number of healing powers, like treatment of headaches, dizziness, skin problems,
infections etc. It is said to enable the wearer to choose between true friends and false ones. It brings prosperity and protects the health of the wearer.
Peridot
The hazy, yellowish green, velvety look of this gemstone, makes it very popular in the fashion world. In ancient times, Peridot was described as the gem “containing rays of sunshine.”
