Gemstone Guide
The gemstone descriptions provide general information about each stone’s geographic origins and traditional symbolism. References to symbolic meanings are based on cultural heritage and are presented for informational and inspirational purposes only.
AGATE
Brown, blue gray. Found in Brazil, India, Mexico and the US. The hardness and durability of this stone brings durability to your life.
AMAZONITE
White, pale green-blue. Found in North and South America and Russia. Its connection to water helps you to be tranquil. The high potassium content aids the physical body.
AMETHYST
Light Lavender to deep purple. Found in Brazil, Urugua. This variety of quartz is known as a primary healing stone.
APATITE
This phosphate mineral is usually a beautiful blue/ green color. Said to reduce confusion and negativity and stimulate creativity.
AQUAMARINE
Pale blue to blue-green. Found in the US, Mexico and Brazil. The calming effect of this stone will sooth and relax you.
CARNELLIAN
Red-orange to orange-brown. Found in India and South America. The fiery orange color invokes passion and love. Increases energy.
CITRINE
Light to dark yellow-brown. Found in North and South America. The warm golden color brings comfort. It calms and relaxes.
EMERALD
Green. Found in India. Promotes emotional and spiritual balance. A symbol of hope.
GARNET
Reddish black to deep red. Found in Russia, Africa and the US. Promotes creative energy, passion and self confidence.
HOWLITE
White with flecks of gray. Found in Africa, Nova Scotia and California. Helps in breathing, particularly for asthma sufferers.
JADE
Green, yellow, pink. Found in China, US and New Zealand. As the ancient Chinese believed, this stone will bring wisdom and prosperity.
LABRADORITE
Blue, gray with flashes of color. Found in Norway, Finland, and Madagascar. Like the color flash seen on the face of the rock, it helps shy people come out their shell.
LAPIS
Royal blue with flecks of gold. Found in Central Asia, Chile and Pakistan. This stone promotes self importance and self confidence.
CHALCEDONY
Soft blue, milky white to pale gray. Found in Brazil, India, and Turkey. This variety of quartz is traditionally associated with calmness, harmony, and emotional balance.
QUARTZ
Colorless or white. Found in Brazil, Madagascar, and the United States. This mineral is traditionally associated with clarity, healing, and positive energy.
ROSE QUARTZ
Soft blush pink to delicate rose. Found in Brazil, Madagascar, and South Africa. This variety of quartz is traditionally associated with love, compassion, and emotional healing.
RUBY
Soft pink to deep red. Found in Myanmar, Mozambique, and Thailand. This variety of corundum is traditionally associated with passion, vitality, and courage.
TIGER EYE
Golden yellow to rich brown with a silky, shimmering luster. Found in South Africa, Australia, and India. This variety of quartz is traditionally associated with courage, confidence, and protection.
TURQUOISE
Soft sky blue to vibrant blue-green. Found in Iran, the United States, and China. This gemstone is traditionally associated with protection, wisdom, and good fortune.
TOURMALINE
Soft pink and vibrant green to deep black. Found in Brazil, Madagascar, and Afghanistan. This gemstone is traditionally associated with protection, emotional balance, blocks negative energy.
CAT’S EYE
Soft greenish yellow to golden brown with a luminous, silky band of light. Found in Sri Lanka, India, and Brazil. Traditionally associated with protection, intuition, and good fortune.