~Ewa Madam~

Disclaimer:  The information given regarding the healing properties of gemstones is not intended to act as a substitute for traditional professional medical treatment, nor can it be used for diagnosis.

Agate is a micro-crystalline variety of chalcedony.  Agate comes in most colors such as black, brown, gray, brown, reddish, green, pink, blue, and yellow from transparent to opaque.   Agate improves hearing,  memory, throat conditions, and  vitality.  It minimizes headaches, promotes longevity, love, marital and romantic fidelity, physical strength, reduces stress and emotional tension, stimulates the intellect and suppresses anger.

Amber is fossilized tree resin.  Amber comes in a range of colors from yellow-orange-brown, whitish or pale lemon yellow to brown and almost black. There is even blue amber that is rare and greatly sought after.  Amber is said to have healing properties that contain samples of the essence of life or DNA  material. Some healing properties of amber are its magnet-like qualities (electric).  Amber attracts spiritual forces, facilitates family bonding,  helps receive, brings success/good fortune and greater awareness of inner self , promotes humor and adaptability, relieves grief and melancholy, provides strength and conveys harmony.  

Amethyst is a kind of quartz mineral rock. Amethysts are usually purplish-pink in color. Amethyst is known to promote happiness, love, healing, peace, courage, intelligence, peaceful sleep, and successful business dealings.  Moreover, it is believed to enhance spiritual awareness, relieve stress and helps with focusing the mind.

Bronzite comes from the orthopyroxene group of minerals.  The color of bronzite is green or brown with a metallic bronze glow.  The mineral promotes confidence and power, encourages one to take control of their own actions and enables one to be sure of what they want out of life.   Bronzite assists with balancing the alkalinity and acidity in the body, eases the symptoms of aging, strengthens concentration and eliminates depression.

Carnelian agate is a carnelian variety of the mineral chalcedony.  This gemstone is known for its reddish-brown shade.  The Egyptians wore carnelian with the belief that it would bring peace by dispelling envy, anger and hatred.    Carnelian is reputed to promote courage and self-confidence.

Howlite is a silicate mineral.  It is white in appearance with fine gray or black veins.  The stone is oftentimes dyed to imitate other minerals. Howlite reduces stress, encourages patience, refinement, and aids with communication and expression.  The stone helps one reach their goals and builds decency into ones character.

Ivory comes from the bones of mammals, thus ivory should be worn only if you are very drawn to it.  Ivory is mostly white and cream in color; however, shades of pink and yellow do exist.  Ivory helps one become more introspective and logical.  As well, ivory is known to benefit the skin, circulatory system and ailments related to bones, joints and teeth. 

Jasper is formed from a mixture of chalcedony, quartz and opal.  Jasper is opaque and usually patterned in shades of red, yellow, brown, green, grey, cream and blue (rarely).  Jasper provides protection, stability and security.  It is known to balance one’s emotional, physical and intellectual condition. Jasper was believed to cure gynecological problems, where as holding a piece of jasper in the hand during childbirth was said to help relieve pains and protect mother and child. 

Mookaite is Australian jasper that is earthy in colors such as burgundy, maroon, dark salmon, rust, beige, taupe, brick reds, brown and etc.  Mookaite helps one balance the internal and external and the acceptance of change.  Mookaite can assist during pregnancy by encouraging healthy development of the fetus. Moreover, the stone encourages interest in new experiences, stabilizes general health, strengthens the immune system and protects against negative or difficult situations.  

Rhodonite is a manganese inosiilcate and pyroxenold mineral.  The mineral comes in pink, rose red, brownish red, black and yellow.  Rhodonite is believed to calm the nervous system.  It raises self esteem and wards of negative energy.

Turquoise is an opaque mineral.  Its appearance in color comes mostly in green, blue with black or brown veins.  However, natural turquoise can be dyed to various colors.  Turquoise is associated with promoting peace and serenity, balance, wisdom, positive thinking and dispelling sadness.