Gemstone

create handcrafted beaded jewelry may or may not have formal training. Rather than create the gold or silver used in their jewelry, these artisans purchase those materials. In addition to purchasing metals, beaded jewelry artisans must also purchase gemstones, crystals, glass or other materials. The quality of these materials plus the skills, expertise and creativity of the artisan will ultimately determine the beauty and durability of their jewelry. What's important for you, the consumer, is…

"The blue topaz has remained one of the most popular gemstones in the United States because of its vibrant blue color" (Branstrator). The blue topaz is the birthstone of those who were born in December. The blue topaz has also been a part of history, dating back to the Egyptians (Topaz History). The blue topaz is one of the most unique, fashionable, historical, and incredible gemstones on planet earth. The Blue topaz is found in the enormous crystals in pegmatite dikes (Topaz). Pegmatite dikes…

person’s death as they would probably be persecuted for committing sorcery. As for the lecture on Popular and Courtly Magic – Part II it discusses the usage of Gemstones during the Medieval period. That gemstones were utilized as protective amulets’ for the nobility in Europe. For example, St. Hildegarde of Bingen described gemstones useful for protecting against the devil, since they reminded Lucifer of heaven, which he was banished…

Participation Summary Morgan Oldroyd entered Gemstone Residential Program on 2/16/17. During her stay at Gemstone, Morgan had the opportunity to participate in a variety of treatment programs, some being; Adapt, Why Try, Girls Moving On, Seeking Safety, Carey Guides and Forward Thinking Packets. She also participated in volunteer activities such as; Employment, Values, Talk Circle, boxing, YWCA (Young Women’s Council Association), and Healthy Relationships. Morgan participates in all available…

their selves to obtain amiable advantageous that is being offered by this stone. Instead of being proven benevolent for the zodiac sign Leo and month July born individuals associated with other zodiac signs and months could also wear natural ruby gemstones to reap the innumerable benefits offered by this planet. In accordance with the above given Libra ascendants can also wear this ruby stone to enjoy the special benefits offered by the substantial planet Sun. However, before subscribing…

L’HEURE BLUE “Tanzanite is the most beautiful blue stone to be discovered in 2000 years” – Harry Pratt, president of Tiffany & Co. Born to the flames, such is the beauty of this stone that resides on the throne of the modern mystical. The radiant blue sky has faltered for it has met its nemeses in a mere stone, born in only one place on earth, Tanzania. As any curious animal would, men stumbled upon this marvel of a gem in the 1967, owing to its vibrant color it…

bride, the requisite of virginity as well as a life of inferiority and obligation for the bride. As women continue to break free from the many chains that have bound them for so very long, our societal ties to this vacant gemstone should be torn as well. With so many lovely gemstones that shine with their own unique colors, we have too many options with which to express the distinctiveness of each relationship to default to something as devoid of character as the classic diamond engagement ring.…

Used in earrings, necklaces, brooches, pendants and rings, moonstone has long been considered to be a divine and supernatural gemstone. Many religions call it the stone of the gods and treat it with the highest honor. Moonstone is known for the unique luster that it has, which is called adularescence. The word first originated from the mining sight at Mt.Adular in Switzerland; originally the moonstone acquired the name Adularia but it was later changed because of the similarity of the stones…

Getting engaged is that first step to saying "I do". And so, the occasion is incomplete without a perfect, gorgeous ring that says it; one your beloved will be proud to show off to her friends. It should be the right shape, size, color and setting. If you are considering diamonds, you can give the Asscher cut engagement rings a thought. This cut was introduced in Holland, around early 1900s by Joseph Asscher. It is also called the square emerald cut. In the year 2001, this diamond cut was…

they do different things. Each crystal holds a different meaning, though some of the healing powers and energies are similar. Crystals are likening to our souls in as much as they make us feel great; they lift our spirits and make us feel amazing. Gemstones are made from the earth and hold all its vast energy and healing powers and this is why they make us feel so good. Whether they are part of your altar tools or for spells and charms, crystals should be respected in every form as they are…