As semi-precious stones

During the many years, many people consider themselves semi-precious stones, among many other gems, which exude a beautiful exquisiteness and even a little "magical powers. As a matter of fact, some believe that these stones carry mystical powers that can be transmitted from the stones to the user.

For example, a blue sapphire could give the user the ability to remain calm under pressure. Another is a red ruby ​​could bring passionthe user. Over the years, people have begun to assign specific gemstones zodiac signs and later, during the months in a year. People born in a particular month is believed to have qualities that resemble the gemstone of the month or "mascot" which has been linked to that month.

And then later, there was a sort of confusion about which birthstones were associated with actually months. Even today, there are months that havedifferent birthstones in recent years have competed for public acceptance.

In the United States, however, the American National Association of Jewelers has a list of the official birthstones for each month that were adopted in 1912. January, garnet was in February, amethyst, for March, Aquamarine, for April, Diamond, for May, Esmeralda, in June, Pearl, in July, Ruby, for August, peridot, September sapphire, for October, Opal, Topaz for November, yellow;and December, blue topaz.

Besides these modern birthstones, there have been many other applications such as birthstones birthstones birthstones mystic in the traditional Ayurvedic and birthstones.

Semi-precious stones - Properties and History

Semi-precious stones and their properties continues

Lapis Lazuli - the Latin "lapis" meaning stone, and blue (in Arabic) which means blue.

Description: A metamorphic rock composed of minerals bright blue as lazurite, sodalite, pyrite and calcite. A better quality of dark blue lapis are far reaching with small areas of white calcite and pyrite metal.

The characteristics of the gem intense dark blue is a little soft, 5.5 on Mohscale. Luster is vitreous to the structures of oil and crystals vary depending on the mineral composition.

Integral properties, is the mind / body / soul with your higher, spiritual. It is said to reduce anxiety, create a set of body / mind relaxation and changes in the light / negative to positive "stone of the night" the dark, also called

Folklore, known by the Romans as an aphrodisiac strong. In the Middle Ages was used to keep the arms and legs in good health and free spirit of envy,or fear of failure.

Supply deep mines and Afghanistan to improve the quality of colored stones, even lighter stones found in Chile, Russia and the U.S.

-In the history of Renaissance paintings, beautiful blue stone was ground and put overseas, which was used to paint the sky, blue sea and nothing. And "the existence of trade is evident in the ancient city of Ur and in the fourth millennium BC, lapis lazuli is also seen from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Persia, Greece and Rome ornamentsreal jewelry and other amulets.

Topaz, "tapas" in Sanskrit means fire.

Description Topaz Earth exists in a range of colors. Deep golden yellow and pink have the highest value. Blue Topaz exists, with color enhancement of irradiation.

Characteristics of the Gem-Topaz has an orthorhombic crystal structure and rates of 8 on the Mohs scale. Topaz has occasionally tear-shaped cavity that includes a gas bubble or immiscible fluid shifts. Some are diamond-shapedStriped attributes section along the stone.

Property-a holistic healing stone that promotes the welfare formidable. Attracts love, allows creativity and promotes self-expression. Topaz has medical benefits to relieve insomnia, asthma and hemorrhages.

Folklore-The Greeks believed that the wearer invisible when used in an emergency. Topaz has been used to ban magic and helped to correct vision. His attributes were esoteric and restorationcontrolled by the waxing and waning of the moon.

Supply-Topaz is found in igneous rocks in pegmatite, granite and volcanic rock. Positions of Brazil, USA, Pakistan, Tasmania, Australia, Russia and Mexico.

History-Some famous Topaz gems ". Hall of Giants" El Gigante de Braganza (initially mistaken as a diamond) of the Portuguese crown, two very large collections and beautiful Topaz Museum, the Green Vault in Dresden and the Smithsonian Institute, the Historically,Topaz is associated with the sun as the Egyptians attributed their golden glow of the sun god Ra and the Romans associated with their sun god, Jupiter.

Zodiac Birthstone - Sagittarius (November 23-December 20) Month: November

Citrine - derived from "Citron" French for lemon

Description A pale yellow or if a heat treatment, the golden yellow stone which acquires its color from traces of iron.

Features of the gem, is aderivation of quartz, 7 of the Mohs hardness scale.

Integral properties said to generate the euphoria and self-esteem, preventive properties tend to self-destruction.

Gem-In olden times was used stone or lead as an effective defense against evil thoughts and snake venom. Supply-Brazil, Rio Grande do Sul

Birthstone and Zodiac: Scorpio (October 13 to November 22)

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