Gemstone Lexicon

Aquamarin

Aquamarine is a Latin word meaning "seawater." The color of acumarine lies between light blue and light green. It has a structure that relaxes the human soul and reduces stress.

Aquamarine is a symbol of beauty, honesty and trust and is the birthstone of March and October.

In the past, aquamarine stones were given to those who undertook sea voyages to protect them from accidents and to help them through supernatural powers.

amethyst

A symbol of justice and courage, this purple-colored gem is worn as a necklace, earring, ring, and many other jewelry styles. This stone is also called the purple ruby because of its color.

Leonardo da Vinci described amethyst for its functions and benefits, claiming it liberated from demonic and sinful thoughts and sharpened the mind. Amethyst crystals were also popular among the Egyptian pharaohs and were commonly used in carvings.

In ancient times, amethyst was considered a symbol of faith and virginity. For this reason, this stone was widely used and prized in the Middle Ages by the Catholic Church and other religious groups and churches, as well as in carvings. For the same reasons, this stone held special significance for bishops. Even today, many bishops and other religious officials wear amethyst rings. Furthermore, amethyst is considered a sacred stone in Tibet.

Amethyst is the birthstone for the month of February. It is also associated with the zodiac signs Pisces, Aries, Aquarius, and Sagittarius.

Psychologically speaking, amethyst is believed to purify all negative energies in its surroundings. Simply placing the stone anywhere in a room is enough to absorb the negative energy and transform it into positive energy. Because amethyst is an energetic stone, it has an invigorating effect on many people. It's a stone you can wear at all times. Its energy will bring harmony and balance to the wearer and has a direct, positive effect on the nervous system.

From a physical perspective, one of its benefits is that it helps with insomnia. If you suffer from insomnia, hold your amethyst in your hand for a while before going to bed and then place it under your pillow. You'll surely notice the difference. It's also believed to have benefits for eye diseases, allergies, headaches, and heart disease—although these benefits have not been medically proven. Because amethyst carries negative electrical charges, it removes excess electrical charge from the body and enhances brain function.

Citrin

Citrine comes in many shades, ranging from yellow to light brown. To put it more clearly, citrine comes in orange, reddish, and brownish tones.

Citrine, also called "citrine quartz" or "citrine topaz," is also known as the "merchant's stone." Although it is often called "golden topaz," "Madeira," or "Spanish topaz," it doesn't have much in common with topaz.

Citrine is one of the gemstones used alongside diamonds. It belongs to the class of semiprecious stones. Its origin is Brazil. In astrology, citrine is one of the stones associated with the zodiac signs Leo and Virgo.

Regarding the healing properties of citrine, it can be said that it has a healing effect on many illnesses. It has a healing effect on the kidneys, intestinal system, digestive system, lungs, and heart. Furthermore, it brings forth healing energies.

Psychologically speaking, it strengthens self-confidence and frees you from self-destructive thoughts. A citrine necklace will give you self-confidence and cosmic power. Some people place a citrine stone in their safe. It is believed that citrine strengthens their financial strength. It is also believed—although this has not been medically proven—that citrine is effective against snake venom.

In addition to these special properties, citrine also dispels intense jealousy, absorbs negative energy, instills courage, and revitalizes the body. It also reduces addiction, strengthens the immune system, and is a helpful antioxidant for the eyes.

ruby

Among gemstones, the ruby, which comes in a wide variety of red shades, is the hardest stone after the diamond. It is set on gold along with diamonds and used to make various jewelry items, such as rings, earrings, and necklaces.

Ruby offers a wide range of colors, from pink to lilac to reddish-brown. The highest-quality natural rubies originate from Thailand and Burma. Most of these rubies are reddish-brown. High-quality, bright red rubies can also be found in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Vietnam. Rubies from deposits in Russia, Norway, India, Australia, and North Carolina are mostly dark in color.

There are also rubies that are not natural, meaning they are man-made. The production costs of these synthetic stones are extremely low. Synthetically produced rubies can be very similar to the real stone in terms of quality. However, upon closer inspection of these stones, it can be seen that, unlike natural rubies, they contain microscopic bubbles and notches. These allow light, including ultraviolet and infrared rays, to pass through without reflecting them. In addition to all these, there are also rubies whose quality has been enhanced and their properties improved through various processes.

Because the ruby is the hardest stone after diamonds, it is highly resistant to impact. However, perfumes, various sprays, and cosmetics can cause the color of the ruby to fade. However, the stone can be easily cleaned with a mild soap solution and a toothbrush. The ruby should be rinsed thoroughly afterward. Although the ruby is an extremely hard stone, it should not be stored together with other jewelry, such as diamond or ruby jewelry, if not worn for extended periods, as this could scratch the stones.

Ruby is used in jewelry with both gold and silver. The most valuable and high-quality rubies, however, are set with diamonds. For silver jewelry, however, lower-value rubies are preferred. From rings and necklaces to earrings and chokers, rubies are used in a wide variety of jewelry. When purchasing a piece of jewelry set with rubies, attention should be paid to the intensity and vibrancy of the color, and whether the stone is, if possible, untreated.

sapphire

Sapphire is one of the most valuable gemstones in the world; it is hard, resistant to temperature, and generally blue in color. The most valuable sapphire is the clearest and deepest shade of blue. Although sapphires occur in darker shades of blue and dark blue, pink, red, orange, yellow, and green sapphires also exist. Sapphire is one of the rarest stones favored not only by women but also by men.

The extremely valuable stone makes the sapphire one of the most sought-after gemstones. The largest sapphire known today is the 563-carat "Star of India." This stone is on display at the New York Museum of Natural History. Another 330-carat sapphire, the "Star of Asia," is on display in Washington, D.C.

The most valuable and world-famous sapphires have so far been mined in India. The most beautiful blue sapphires are found in Burma, Sri Lanka, and India. Sapphires from Thailand, Australia, and Nigeria have a deep blue color, almost appearing black. These sapphires are also called "midnight blue sapphires." Sapphires mined in the United States, however, are very impressive, with a metallic blue color. Other sapphire deposits are found in Cambodia, Brazil, Kenya, Malawi, and Colombia.

Sapphire is believed to strengthen the heart and kidneys and activate all the body's glands. Psychologically, it is believed to strengthen faith and give a person confidence, expand emotional sensitivity through increased compassion, impart a sense of freedom, enhance intuition, and increase concentration. Sapphire is also believed to strengthen romantic bonds and prevent misbehavior.

Like our diamonds, we also have high quality standards for our other gemstones.

Our sapphires come primarily from India and Sri Lanka. They are dark blue in color and are supplied in untreated form.

emerald

A symbol of the wealth of many cultures, the emerald, with its unique green color, is a stone that inspires admiration. Its alluring beauty makes it one of the most valuable jewels. In addition to vibrant green, emeralds also come in shades of yellowish green and dark green.

Emeralds are rarely flawless, so their minor imperfections are often concealed with oil, thus enhancing their color. They have a low light refraction and scattering factor and tend to be less lustrous than gemstones of equivalent quality. However, emeralds are softer than other gemstones. The world's largest emerald weighs 3,260 grams (16,300 carats) and is located in the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul.

Today, the finest emeralds are mined in Colombia. Other emerald deposits include Austria, India, Australia, Brazil, South Africa, Egypt, Norway, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and America.

The emerald has been used in jewelry for decades and is considered the birthstone of May. In some cultures, the emerald is traditionally given as a gift for a 55th wedding anniversary.

Psychologically, emerald enhances feelings of success and contentment. It relieves feelings of inadequacy and enhances one's sense of vitality. It bestows feelings of love and affection on the wearer and increases the joy of life. It also strengthens the bonds of friendship, marriage, and family. Physically, it is believed to strengthen the immune system, nervous system, heart, lungs, and kidneys.

topaz

Topaz comes in various colors. It can range from translucent to semi-transparent. The most popular and widespread is blue topaz. Known as one of the most powerful and potent stones, topaz has anti-inflammatory properties. This has made it one of the most valuable gemstones.

Topaz is believed to represent abundance and blessing. Topaz is also called the "stone of abundance."

It is also widely believed that topaz is good for eye diseases, epidemics, and the plague, and that it dispels fears. It also protects against immorality, dispels disagreements between couples, highlights the wearer's artistic side, calms the mind, and relaxes the body.

Topaz carries the energies of the zodiac signs Leo, Virgo, Gemini, Capricorn, Sagittarius, and Cancer. In the Middle Ages, it was set in a gold bracelet and worn on the left wrist to protect against the evil eye. Topaz, also called the "stone of love," is believed to protect against the coldness that could arise between two lovers.

Today, topaz is often combined with diamonds and gold or silver jewelry. Blue, pink, and smoky topazes are the most popular. Among the blue tones, Swiss topaz is preferred over sky and London topazes.