Silver Crystal Jewellery

Since the time of the Pharaohs people have been carrying charms as amulets to keep them safe from evil or for luck and prosperity. The use of charms attached to bracelets is thought to have been started by the ancient Egyptians who wore them as symbols of their faith and to carry with them to the next world so that their gods would identify them and give them their proper status.

The early Christians in Rome carried a charm fashioned as a fish to recognize each other. During the Dark Ages, charms were often used for political recognition and to designate the family of the bearer. Knights in the Middle Ages carried them to shield themselves during battle and the general populace also wore charms. All through the Renaissance their use faded, mainly by the wealthier classes, as they became better educated and much less likely to believe in superstitions. Nonetheless the less well-read poorer classes continued to wear charms as protection against evil and to bring them good luck.

The wearing of charms was revitalized in the UK by Queen Victoria who wore a gold charm bracelet with lockets which contained images of her family. This had a big impact on the wearing of charm bracelets by the people who began to wear them, not as talismans, but as decorative objects. Lockets, family crests and beads became the craze of the day. After the finish of World War 2 there was a huge outburst of charm wearing as soldiers brought home gems and beads to their sweetheart from different places of the world. Designers in America carried on the trend and began to make charms and silver charm jewelry. Since then wearing charm bracelets has continued to flourish.

In the present day a broad range of earrings, necklaces and charm bracelets are obtainable with bracelets being the most fashionable. The precious metals, gold and silver are mostly used although some people prefer bracelets made from seed pearls or beads with silver or gold charms. Bracelets vary in price from less than $100 to more than $1000 and are therefore within everyone’s finances. There are numerous types of religious charms representing saints and a considerable selection of charms depicting animals and objects including hearts, cupids, crosses, dolphins etc. One of the most popular are angel charms.

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The blue beryl aquamarine has an interesting set of mystic properties associated with it. Since ancient times this gemstone was believed to possess some metaphysical properties that make these gems truly special.

The history of aquamarine brings forth the fact that it has been considered the lucky talisman of sailors of older era. Because of its sea water color, sea voyagers had considered it as lucky gemstone that ensured safe and prosperous journeys over stormy seas.

Mystic Lore: A set of mystic lore hovers around this clear and transparent bluish crystal. One such mystic lore is that it is believed to be the best stone for the fifth chakra of human body identified by the energy center at the throat. An interesting revelation is that exotic aquamarine stones are supposed to increase one`s communication skills and personality.

This gem is said to instill cooling and calming effect on its wearers.

It is said to offer soothing effect on sunburns and even on fevers. If you are wearing this gem then your tempers are believed to diminish. And you are told to  expect your intellectual abilities to be enhanced further.

A stone of serenity and courage that is what this gemstone is said to be. Lovely and gentle gems, aquamarines are believed to posses healing powers that considerably reduce dependency on drugs.

Beads made from these gems have been found in ancient Egyptian mummy pits. In the east the popularity of aquamarine gems is immensely high since the olden times. In this part of the world it is said to be the “Stone of the Seer and Mystic”. It is considered to be the symbol of peace and is given a meaning of  imparting purity to the wearer.

Mystical Properties

The mystical properties of aquamarine have been felt from very olden days. History and ancient literature mention the popularity of this gemstone that prevailed during that age.

The strongest energies of these gems are believed to be in the field of opening up the psychic. Are you very sensitive to the vibrations and the thoughts of other people? Then maybe this is the gemstone for you. Wear an aquamarine ring or pendant with smoky quartz and it will ease out the sharpness of the incoming impressions. In addition, the quartz help you get grounded in the physical world.

Attributed Properties

Element: Water
Energy: Receptive  Peace, Courage, Purification and linked with  Psychic abilities.

It was believed to be the preferred stone of ancient times. The reason for this is quite obvious; the color of this gem is that of the water of the sea. This blue beryl has been associated with sea and water all along.

This lovely and glorious stone is worn as a symbol of psychic powers. If you hold this gem or wear a jewel made from these gems then it is claimed that your mind will become more conscious and receptive although ultimately it is believed by many that all powers come from the One creator who created these stones and vibrations in the first place.

Glamorous aquamarine stone are not only pleasant and beautiful to the eye but also they are a delight and joy to the wearer.

Author: Mithun Rao

Mithun Rao, a jewelry professional, holds degree in gemology and jewelry design from Mumbai and has spent 10 years in the industry (including running his own jewelry shop). With an obsession for gems and precious stones, he also shares a passion for music, painting and wishes to explore new places, and understand new cultures. He owns and manages the site gehnabazaar.com. To know more about aquamarine gem please click on the link.

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Handcrafted Silver Earrings with Flawless Aquamarine Trillions and

Unique Qualities. Ice-blue Aquamarine trillion facets cut to perfection, set in handcrafted silver with African Amethyst brilliants. This celtic inspired design is surprisingly light because of the thin gauge of silver used.

Aquamarine: Gem Of The Sea

But most of the gemstones available in the market today come from Brazil. Aquamarine is found in a range of blue shades, from pale pastel to greenish-blue to deep blue. Deeper colors are unusual in smaller sizes

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According to legend, aquamarine was the treasure of mermaids and had the power to keep sailors safe at sea. It was also thought to possess a number of other mystical properties

Petroglyphs: March Stone: Astonishing Aquamarine

Aquamarines are mined in a number of exotic places including Nigeria, Madagascar, Zambia, Pakistan and Mozambique, but most of the gemstones available today come from Brazil. 

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Amethyst is popularly regarded as a gemstone. Several names have been attributed to it due to its characteristics and variety in colors. The pinkish lavender shade is called ‘Rose de France.’ It is the least sought after variety compared to the intense violet shade called ‘Siberian’ which is the most-sought after shade of all. The latter shade is usually found not just in Siberia but also in the African region of Zambia and Uruguay. Ametrine on the other hand, is a gem of Bolivia which exhibits alternating bands of citrine orange and purple. Oriental amethyst is also the name of the purple corundum as well as fine samples of amethystine quartz which does not necessarily come from the Eastern regions of the globe.

Amethyst in History and its Symbolisms

Amethyst is generally known as the birthstone of February celebrators which indirectly links it to the horoscope calendar of Pisces, Aries, Sagittarius and Aquarius. High ranking officials of the Roman Catholic sect wear rings with amethyst stones as symbolism of their offices.

From the Greek word amethystos, it literally means not drunken. This name was an offshoot of its use in ancient times as an antidote for drunkenness. This also gave rise to the practice then of carving wine goblets from amethyst. According to Greek mythology, a maiden by the name of Amethystos was being pursued by the drunken Dionysus. Amethystos prayed to the gods for protection against Dionysus’ unwanted affection. Artemis, the goddess heard her prayer so she transformed the maiden into a white stone. When Dionysus realized what happened to her, he poured wine over the stone as an act of offering. This act transformed the white stone to a crystal purple.

Another mythical story about the origin of amethyst involved the god Dionysus. He was angered by an insult coming from a mere mortal. He swore that the next mortal he will come across will die through the fierce tigers he has created to carry out his revenge. An unsuspecting maiden named Amethyst happened to be on her way to make an offering to the goddess Diana. Knowing what was bound to the happen to the poor mortal, the goddess changed Amethyst to a crystalline quartz to prevent her from being ravaged by the brutal tigers. The blinded Dionysus wept after knowing what happened to the mortal and the tears trickled to the crystals turning it to a purple color.

Author: Dr. Mark Clayson

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