| As many of you know, gem stones have been used | | | | that the diamond necklace can block the wearer's |
| since prehistoric times, not only as body ornamentation | | | | energy flow of people who have negative thoughts |
| but for the powers they were believed to hold. Since | | | | and feelings. |
| gem stones are simply rocks or minerals taken from | | | | The Emerald Gem Stone |
| the earth, they did not have the glitter, shine and | | | | The emerald is commonly thought of as a green |
| sophistication that they've become today. | | | | stone, but it comes in different colors including a rare |
| Consequently, the early people were more concerned | | | | red. An emerald that is the right shade of green can |
| with their healing and other powers than their beauty. | | | | be more valuable than a diamond. |
| People believed the more rare the gem stone, the | | | | For eons, the emerald was the symbol of hope and is |
| more valued it was to the owner; to find such a rare | | | | said to preserve love. This might explain why we see |
| precious gem stone simply enhanced the power it held. | | | | an increasing number of brides wearing emerald gem |
| In other words, they were more valuable. This is true in | | | | stones. It is said that the emerald vibrates with love, |
| modern times as well. It's surprising that, although the | | | | making it the ideal gift between lovers. Some believe |
| gem stone's beauty plays a significant role, it's the | | | | the emerald can calm the troubled mind and bring the |
| gem's rarity that collectors crave. | | | | wearer reason, harmony and wisdom. |
| The ancients were more concerned with the myths | | | | The Ruby Gem Stone |
| and beliefs surrounding the various types of rough | | | | At one time, the ruby was more valuable than a |
| gem stones they discovered. Even a simple river rock | | | | diamond as it is considered the most powerful gem |
| was considered to hold special powers. The primary | | | | associated with many astrological signs. Although |
| use of gem stones was for healing and spiritual rituals. | | | | rubies come in varying degrees of red and pink, the |
| Kings and queens wore them to attract certain cosmic | | | | best ones are bright red. Rubies are said to bring |
| energies that would help them to rule their kingdoms. | | | | contentment and inner peace to the wearer. The ruby |
| While there seems to be limited evidence that certain | | | | makes the perfect gift as a symbol and a sharing of |
| precious gem stones do exhibit certain power and | | | | friendship and love. |
| promote physical healing in the body and emotions, | | | | The ruby also gives the wearer the power and |
| these facts elude modern scientists. | | | | courage to reach their highest potential. As a healing |
| When choosing a gem stone, consider the popular | | | | gem stone, it is believed to aid in cleansing the blood of |
| myths that have been handed down for generations. | | | | germs and infection, while aiding circulation. |
| Whether you believe them or not, such myths make | | | | The Sapphire Gem Stone |
| your gift even more special. | | | | The sapphire is favored as a strong blue gem stone, |
| While there are quite a few semi-precious gems, let's | | | | with star sapphires being highly valued. This gem stone |
| look at the top four precious gem stones: diamond, | | | | also comes in pink, yellow, violet, green and clear |
| emerald, ruby and sapphire. | | | | coloring. |
| The Diamond Gem Stone | | | | The common belief is that sapphires help to cure a |
| The diamond gem stone, the hardest gem stone and | | | | sore throat, aid with mental clarity and perception, and |
| one of the most valued, is believed to relieve | | | | can bring financial rewards to the owner. |
| respiratory problems such as coughs and mucus. | | | | When you shop for your loved one, consider these |
| Diamonds are considered to be the symbol of | | | | additional aspects of precious gem stones. These |
| innocence and consistency, which might explain why | | | | beliefs have endured centuries. Spiritualists use them |
| they are prized as Crown Jewels. | | | | today to treat a wealth of conditions and situations, |
| While diamond gem stones do not have a specific | | | | and royalty continues to value precious gem stones |
| healing nature, they do appear to enhance the energy | | | | that represent stability and consistency. Who's to say |
| of other precious gem stones and semi-precious | | | | these beliefs aren't true? |
| stones such as emerald and amethyst. It is believed | | | | |