Some semi-precious stones

Amethyst-Greek "Amethyst" - "drunk translation ', the stone was believed by ancient Greeks to prevent intoxication.

Description-L'ametista is a purple stone, ranging in the shade of pale pink to dark purple-violet

Features Made of elemental composition of the gem-silica and vitreous luster, can be found in alluvial deposits. Game has a trigonal crystal structure with a hardness on the Mohs scale of 7.

Holistic-profitImproves and strengthens the immune system, reduce headaches and stress. Provides inner peace and balance within the body. Benefits for knowledge and inspiration.

Gema Folklore-The Greek god Dionysus (god of drunkenness), he was angry and swore revenge on all flesh that is undefeated. Lovely Amethyst is the time and became a precious stone, save for an attack murderer.

Supply-mined in Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia, Namibia and other African countriescountries

History and amethysts are embedded in the British Crown Jewels, jewelry and Egyptian sovereignty of Catherine the Great. The Victorian era saw the rise in popularity of amethyst.

Birthstone and Zodiac - Pisces (Feb19-March 20)

Garnet - most likely derived from the Latin, 'Granatum' (pomegranate), the pulp and seeds from the fruit of similar color to that of Burgundy.

Description - A group of gemstones with a similar crystal structure and chemicalwith a wide range of colors except blue. The best known is the Agate rholdolite, ranging from pink to purplish red.

Characteristics of the Gem-determine the exact chemical composition of the garnets is difficult, the dependence of the refractive index of colors and is used for classification. Classic red stones are Almandine, Pyrope Rhodolite o. Garnets have vitreaous brightness and hardness of 7.5 Moh.

Comprehensive benefits to regenerate blood and gives valueassistance to accept love. Stimulate creativity.

Garnet-sourcing can be found in Mexico, Australia, Switzerland, Tanzania, Brazil, Burma, Arizona, South Africa and Scotland.

Zodiac Birthstone - Aquarius (Jan. 20 February 1919) Month: January

Turquoise - 13 c. 'Turqueise' Turkish stone effect late Middle English, Old French. Even Persian 'Firouz', the name given to the gem.

Description intense blue-green or pale yellowblue

Features Turquoise is a gemstone "little porous and opaque. It is a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminum hydroxide is formed from rain or groundwater through aluminous rock. 6 on the Mohs scale reads.

Holistic properties helps tissue regeneration, helps the body absorb nutrients. Protects against toxins and pollutants.

Folklore, ancient Greeks believed turquoise protected the wearer from evil, changingcolor.

Supply-Persia, the United States, Mexico, Tibet, Russia, Chile and Australia

History Egyptian turquoise-3200 AC mined in the Sinai Peninsula and ritual objects, Tibetan turquoise divided. Grave and the treasure of Montezuma collection includes turquoise.

Zodiac Birthstone - Sagittarius, December

Peridot - Yellow-green to olive green gemstone.

Characteristics of the Gem-A volcanic gem, Peridot is derived from olivine, a speciesminerals rich in iron, magnesium silicate. 6.5 of Mohs hardness rating with a vitreous luster greasy.

Holistic Properties encourages personal growth and knowledge, user protection against cynicism and assertiveness collect.

Folklore-The Roman spectacle prescription drugs made Peridot strengthen the resource. E 'was also called "night of rock', as the color of the stone will not fade or night by lamplight.

Supply and Burma, Brazil, USA, SouthAfrica, St. John 's Island, China and Norway.

History-The Crusaders brought the first known in Europe from Peridot gemstones San Juan Island in the Red Sea (54 km. On the coast of Egypt), 70 AD.

Zodiac and Birthstone: August