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February birthstone : Amethyst

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February birthstone : Amethyst

  Amethyst is a variety of quartz crystal. The purple gemstone is the birthstone of February. Amethyst has a hardness of 7 and it is usually transparent. People usually associate amethyst with grape wine due to its colour. This gemstone is an Aquarius stone and it usually symbolizes the sixth anniversary of marriage. Amethyst corresponds to the Crown Chakra, and it is a great tool for meditation. The stone helps in diffusing anxiety, balancing emotional stresses, and manifesting inner peace. It activates spiritual awareness, and is often regarded as a symbol of wisdom. Amethyst can also be used to strengthen...

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Lava Rock and Its Benefits

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Lava Rock and Its Benefits

Lava rocks are not gemstones but rather solidified volcanic rocks. This type of rock is used widely in jewelry throughout history. Lava rock is believed to have powerful spiritual effects, such as bringing calmness and relaxation, reduce anxiety, and cleanse negative thoughts. It can also promote creativity and improve communication with other people. Lave rock jewelry often come in the form of bead bracelets or necklaces. Given its porous property, many use it as an essential oil diffuser. It can absorb your favourite essential oils to give their fragrance and effect throughout the day.  To use your lava rock as a diffuser,...

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Amber - Soul of the Tiger

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Amber - Soul of the Tiger

Amber is hardened resin from ancient pine trees. The organic gemstone is typically yellow in colour, but varieties include brown, whitish yellow, red, cream, and orange. The most captivating properties of amber is that some pieces have insect or plant inclusions wrapped inside. Although found all around the world, the largest amber deposit regions are Europe's Baltic region, Dominican Republic, and Myanmar. The transparency of amber also varies greatly depending on the composition of the gemstone. While some pieces are completely transparent, some are opaque. Opaque amber, also known as honey amber, experiences longer formation. In Asian culture, amber is regarded as...

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January Birthstone: Garnet

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January Birthstone: Garnet

Garnet is a vibrant gemstone that is the birthstone of January. The stone receives its name from the fruit, pomegranate, and it represents the fire element. Despite its name, garnet actually comes in a variety colours such as red (almandine), purple (pyrope), orange (spessartine), green (andradite/uvarovite/tsarovite), pink (grossular), and black (melanite). Representative to the Root Chakra, garnet represents love and friendship, and has purifying properties. It is thought to also have protective properties such as provide safe journeys and ward against injuries. The stone helps purging negative energies within the body and mind. Many wear garnet to redirect their inner tensions....

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Sugilite: Stone of the Millennium

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Sugilite: Stone of the Millennium

  Sugilite is a beautiful stone with unusual appearances. It usually comes in grape purple colour, but there are also sugilite with brown yellow, violet, pale pink, magenta, and dark red.  Sugilite has the ability to remove and cleanse negative energies from the body. It corresponds to the Third Eye Chakra and it balances the seven chakras to improve health. It is believed to be a very supportive stone that promotes inspiration, awareness and self-confidence. It regulates and balances negative emotions to bring peace to the mind. The stone is rich in mineral elements and displays different layers of colour...

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