Garnet is the birth stone for month of January and the anniversary gemstone for second year of marriage. Garnets are found in Brazil, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, India, Siberia, Africa, and the USA. .(Arizona, Arizona , Colorado , Georgia , Idaho , New Hampshire , Nuevo México , Carolina del Norte , Pennsylvania, Utah y Virginia ). The word "garnet" is believed to have come from the Greek word "granatum," or pomegranate seed, because ancient jewelry makers grouped the tiny gemstones in a cluster that resembled the seed-filled fruit.
Nearly everyone thinks of garnet as a red gem. In fact, this family of gemstones is available in all colors except blue. Garnets offer enough variety in appearance to suite every tasteThere are many ancient traditions and legends about garnets. Some Hebrew writers include it as one of the 12 gems in Aaron's breastplate, Christian tradition long considered the blood red garnet symbolic of Christ's sacrifice. The Koran holds that it illuminates the Fourth Heaven of the Moslems. Garnet was said to give its guidance in the night allowing him to see when others couldn't. According to the Egyptians, garnet is an antidote for snake bite and food poisoning. There are various types of garnet with the hardness ranging from 7 - 7.5
EMOTIONS: Consistency, endurance, creativity, patience, perseverance, loyalty, friendship, compassion, love.
AMETHYST/FEBRUARY
Amethyst is the birth stone for February and the anniversary gemstone for sixth year of marriage. It is found mainly in Brazil, Uruguay, Sri Lanka, the Ural Mountains of Russia, Madagascar, and Zambia. Amethyst is a variety of quartz, ideally deep medium purple with rose colored flashes, however it ranges from pale lilac to nearly black purple shades.
The ancient Greeks believed that whoever wore an amethyst or drank from an amethyst chalice would not fall victim to intoxication. It is also said to have a sobering effect on those over excited by love's passion. It has symbolized peace, protection and tranquility.
Some say it will prevent baldness and improve complexion, while protecting from treason and deceit. Because royalty has always adored the color purple, amethysts abound in the ornaments of ancient Greeks and Egyptians, and in the British Crown Jewels. Amethyst was considered to be a strong antidote against drunkenness, which is why wine goblets were often carved from it!.
EMOTIONS: Sincerity, intuition, motivation, protection, peace, tranquility, calm, harmony, balance.
AQUAMARINE/MARCH
Aquamarine is one of the traditional birthstone for March. It is also the anniversary gem for the 19th year of marriage. Aquamarine is found mainly in Brazil, Nigeria, and Zambia. The ideal color of aquamarine is a refreshing sea blue. If you are looking for a big, durable gemstone, aqua is readily available in larger sizes and is truly dramatic when cut in rectangular or oval shapes. It is a member of the important beryl family, which also includes emerald.
According to some legends, it is the treasure of mermaids, with the power to keep sailors safe at sea.
Derived from the Latin meaning “sea water,” aquamarine was said to aid seafarers; thus it makes an excellent gift for sailors or those who travel frequently by sea. To dream of aquamarine signifies the making of new friends. To wear aquamarine brings love and affection. They are thought to give the wearers knowledge, foresight and assist in an individual's inspiration. It is a universal symbol of youth, fidelity, hope, and health. The highest quality is transparent.
EMOTIONS: Creativity, health, perception, hope, fidelity, youth, calm, peace, mental clarity, confidence, happiness.
DIAMOND/APRIL
Diamond is the birthstone for the month of April, and besides being the most popular gemstone engagement rings, is the jewel for the anniversary 60 and 10 years of marriage. Diamonds are found in Australia, Congo, Botswana, Russia and South Africa.
Diamonds are the hardest natural substance, rarer and denser known to man and have been a source of fascination (and misinformation) since 800 BC, when it was first presented to royalty in India. In those days the Indians believed that diamonds were created when lightning fell on the rock and the Indian peninsula was the only producer of diamonds for an astonishing period of 2,500 years.
No matter how charming they are diamonds have inspired a number of myths more than usual for centuries. Have been given the power to increase sexual potency, to avoid lust, nightmares remove, neutralize poison, warding off evil, protect wild beasts, healing sickness and (naturally) attracting good fortune. There is also the myth of the lie detector whereby diamonds obscure the presence of a person guilty and shine more in the company of an innocent, and the legend of the magical reproduction: the diamonds sprinkled with morning dew and kept on the darkness can produce offspring!.
The diamond symbolizes the pursuit of perfection, the will, triumph, strength and righteousness. Diamond has effects that span the entire energy body, balances the personal qualities and participates as a spiritual guide. For its qualities the diamond increases all physical energy level. Combined with other gems amplifies the healing power of them all. Has the property to enliven the spirit. Diamond is advised for those timid timid and introverted.
EMOTIONS: Love, success, strength, righteousness, the will, perfection, friendship, wealth, power, kindness, tolerance, kindness, simplicity, self-control.
ESMERALDA/MAY
The emerald stone is the carrier of happiness May for 20 years and 35 years of marriage. The emerald stone is called the eternal spring. We are all fascinated by the rich history of the emerald and traditions. Emeralds are worshiped for many years and archaeologists trace their origins nearly 3000 years before J. - C. in ancient Egypt and India. Cleopatra wanted the emeralds more than any other gemstone.
Emeralds are among the four largest gems and jade are the most popular. Emeralds tend to have inclusions, especially about the translucency. Durability is a problem with emeralds and this factor should be considered when choosing a bracelet or a ring. Emerald can not be a jewel that is growing every day. Buying Emeralds, the first look is for color and clarity then.
Emeralds without stones of marvelous beauty and who uses it gets esoteric prosperity, good business and deep knowledge. It is very comprehensive in their powers and gives courage, boldness, memory, sincere love, security, confidence, energy and order. If you work with emeralds can achieve clairvoyance and visualization of positive.
The emerald symbolizes abundance. Good emotional balancing, purifying and spirit. Acts as a stabilizing and calming procedure. Emerald is a stone of calming and soothing effects. Since antiquity conferred the ability to neutralize poisons.
EMOTIONS: Wisdom, peace, reason, prosperity, security, trust, happiness, wealth, luck, hope, patience, growth, love, dedication, honesty.
PEARL/JUNE
Natural pearls
The pearl is formed when the mantle tissue of certain mollusks, particularly species of the Indian and Pacific react to external mechanical stimuli, such as the entry of a grain of sand or a larva of an invertebrate. To protect against these foreign agents, the oyster covers it with pearl material, the rate of one layer every six months. After several years, it will naturally form a pearl whose value depends on its shape, size and color.
Cultured pearls
Cores are placed artificial oyster hatchery for the purpose of stimulating the coverage of these foreign bodies with nacre, thus creating the pearl production. The value of pearls depends on the growing years, its regular shape and coloration.
The symbolism of pearls
In ancient times, were a symbol of fertility and therefore considered auspicious for marriage.
EMOTIONS: Kindness, loyalty, justice, purity, modesty, innocence, elegance, distinction.
RUBI/JULY
Ruby is the stone that brings happiness July as the stone for 15 years and 40 years wedding anniversary. Ruby Day is Tuesday and its season is summer. The scarlet red stone gives people wisdom, happiness, health and especially opportunity for players and lovers.
The first reports on the extraction of rubies are located more than 2,500 years ago in Sri Lanka. Historically, many believe that this deep red stone are hidden mystical powers. When introduced under the skin, the ancient people of Burma believe that the stone generated a mystical force that protected the bearers of accidents and attacks. In antiquity, many believed rubies possessed prophetic powers that allowed those who had to predict their future based on changes in color of your stone.
Rubies can have different shapes and sizes, offering a wide range of opportunities to lovers of gemstones. With a hardness that is second only to diamond, ruby is one of the toughest gemstones, and having no divisions, rarely produces rupture.
Ruby gives intelligence, honor and progeny. Contributes to the spiritual and emotional development. Eliminates emotional barriers, reinforces self-confidence and relationships with others, enhances intuition, increases the ability to negotiate. Stone is called trust. Bringer of good luck in the game and love. Drives away evil thoughts. Away the sadness, repressed lust.
EMOTIONS: Wisdom, happiness, health, opportunity, intelligence, honor, trust, love, loyalty, courage.
PERIDOT/AUGUST
Known by the ancient Egyptians as "sun stone" peridot has enjoyed a mystical reputation and its alleged powers including: eliminate anxiety, enhanced vocal articulation and good luck in relationships and marriage.
Common in early Greek and Roman jewelry, peridot started to become popular since 1500 BC when the Egyptians began to extract it Zeberget, later known as St John Island, about 80 km from the Egyptian coast in the Red Sea. By then it was a dangerous business because the island was infested with poisonous snakes, a later Pharaoh threw into the sea.
Peridot extraction traditionally done at night when the stone's natural glow is easier to see, the ancient Egyptians even believed that Peridot became invisible to the sun's rays.
Peridot has a range of colors, from yellow green through the intense bright green of fresh grass to olive green. The way it divides and deflects the light rays that pass through it, gives the appearance peridot velvety,
"sleepy": a deep glow brighter and slightly greasy luster.
The purer the color green a peridot, the higher its value. Any brown hue the price drops significantly and visible imperfections.
EMOTIONS: Love, fairness, luck, kindness, justice, loyalty, faithfulness, creativity, affection, strength, vitality.
SAPPHIRE/SEPTEMBER
Sapphire is the stone that brings happiness and stone September for the 5 and 45 years wedding anniversary. It is the gemstone of the heavens or the deity and since thousands of years has been adored. The ancient Persians believed the earth was based on a giant sapphire and its reflection colored the sky. Sapphire is available under a variety of colors such as navy blue to bright blue midday sky, a golden sun rising red or orange color, a delicate purple twilight, etc. Sapphires most famous and most expensive are real true blue.
The intensity, uniformity and color purity are the most important considerations when deciding to purchase a sapphire blue. The high quality blue sapphire should not contain overtones or secondary colors, as this would reduce the beauty of this gemstone. As the overall beauty of the stone depends on its size, this feature should always be taken into account. The dark blue sapphire black with funds seem dim light, while blue sapphires will maintain their color quality in any lighting condition.
Chemically, aluminum oxide, is a gem transparent and blue. Symbol of wisdom and good fortune. You can also express loyalty in friendship.
The sapphire is known as the stone merchants, providing the wearer success. Activates the sense of truth and wisdom. Raises awareness and helps to tune into the higher, the astral and emotional bodies. Helps people focus and maintain scattered attention.
EMOTIONS: Sincerity, happiness, wisdom, good fortune, fidelity, success, peace, gentleness, concentration, tranquility, cleanliness, clarity, purity, faith.
OPAL/OCTOBER
It is Australia's national gem. Shakespeare regarded opal as a symbol of inconstancy, but rather Christians associate it with the faithful, prayers and religious fervor. In general it is considered bad luck, except for those born in October, although it is possible that this belief is based on the fragility of the stone by which jewelers prefer not to work.
Opal is made of the same ingredients as quartz, containing nothing but water pressure was not enough to become glass. As a result, is softer than quartz with a hardness of 6 Mohs. The color of white opal is radiant, and because of its texture reflects light waves in different shades being the only stone in the world to possess this quality. The main deposits of opal found in Australia. Like all non-transparent stones, opal is usually cut into a thin circle and polished named cabochon.
EMOTIONS: Power, success, purity, hope, truth, trust.
TOPAZ/NOVEMBER
Topaz is the stone that brings happiness November (yellow topaz) and December (blue topaz). Blue topaz is the anniversary stone for the fourth year of marriage. For the Egyptians topaz was a very powerful amulet against evil, because they believed that topaz was colored stone with golden glimmer of sun god Ra. The Romans associated topaz with Jupiter, which is also God of the sun. Legend has it that dispels all enchantment and helps to improve eyesight.
The topaz, red and hot pink are the rarest and most desirable. A stone of those colors will reach a relatively high price. The bright orange color topaz, also known as imperial topaz, is in the category of moderately priced and is easier to find. Blue topaz, whose price can be classified between low and moderate, is very popular, since there is a wide variety of colors, sizes and shapes.
Topaz helps to channel the energy of love and healing. Topaz helps us to open the knowledge of the dimension of energy and light. Known as the stone of candor and truth. This stone is indicated to combat shyness. Topaz comes in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Its brightness will attract the attention of all who contemplate this gem. Topaz, having a hardness of 8 on the Moh scale, it can hardly be scratched, but can be brittle. Topaz is a crystal from a mixture of silicon, aluminum, fluorine, and hydroxyl.
The world's largest producer of topaz is Brazil. However, Pakistan and Russia are becoming new sources of supply of topaz.
EMOTIONS: Intelligence, knowledge, organization, spirit, happiness, frankly speaking, improvisation, creativity, ingenuity, optimism.
TURQUOISE/DECEMBER
Therefore, this glass can be used for any type of meditation, but especially those related to love and healing the past. The best help you bring is the overcoming of the past. It is an ideal crystal to heal those old wounds of the past that we can not forget or leave behind. When our past is too present in our lives, really do not live. With these glasses you see the present and the future with greater optimism, uprooting everything that ties you to what has already happened.
Turquoise is a blue-green mineral. It is a copper aluminum phosphate. Has been appreciated as a gemstone and ornamental for thousands of years due to its unique color. The word turquoise is very old and it is thought that this arises from a confusion, because in Turkey there is turquoise, but they were sold there, and then the stone was associated with that country. Even the finest of turquoise is quite fragile, reaching a maximum hardness of 6 Mohs. The luster of turquoise is waxy almost glassy, and usually is opaque, but may be semi-translucent in small sections. Color is as variable as the rest of its properties, ranging from white to dark blue and light blue, and from blue-green to green-yellow.
EMOTIONS: Happiness, friendship, love, good luck, courage, creativity, communication.
