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Important Burma Ruby Ring from the Alice Appleton Hay Collection Sells for $1.3 Million

August 31st, 2011
Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Ring, Cartier: Sold for $1,314,500
 

 International bidding drove strong prices at Doyle New York’s April 13, 2011 sale of Important Estate Jewelry. On the block was a spectacular ruby ring by Cartier from the collection of Alice Appleton Hay (1887-1987) the daughter-in-law President Lincoln’s private secretary John Hay. Set with a natural Burma ruby of 6.29 carats, the ring attracted a great deal of international interest in the weeks leading up to the sale. Strong competitive bidding drove its price past the pre-sale estimate of $60,000-80,000 to reach for a staggering $1,314,500. At over $200,000 per carat, this is one of the highest prices per carat ever achieved for a ruby at auction.

Another noteworthy lot from the Hay Collection was very rare and important gold pocket watch and perfume sprinkler in the form a miniature flintlock pistol that achieved $482,500, several times its estimate of $100,000-150,000. When the trigger is pulled on this circa 1805 pistol, a flower emerges from the barrel sprinkling the target with perfume. Attributed to the Geneva firm of Moulinie, Bautte & Cie and manufactured for the Chinese market, this piece is one of fewer than fifteen examples known to exist.

A circa 1920 platinum and diamond long chain necklace from the Hay Collection was noteworthy for the quality and size of the diamonds and the workmanship. Totaling 48.00 carats and measuring 55 inches, the necklace achieved a stunning $452,500, many times its estimate of $50,000-70,000.

Bearing an Imperial provenance was an antique silver, gold and diamond Currant Leaf ‘en pampille’ brooch, circa 1850, that soared past its estimate of $50,000-70,000 to fetch $332,500. The brooch was part of the French Crown Jewels sold at an historic auction in the Louvre in 1887 following the fall of Napoleon III and his wife, Empress Eugenie. Tiffany & Co. was the largest purchaser at the sale, successfully buying almost a third of the crown jewels. These included two lots from the spectacular Currant Leaf diamond parure made by Bapst, the French Crown Jeweler, for Empress Eugenie. The brooch came with an antique box from Tiffany’s Paris showroom and an inscribed calling card from the legendary banker J. Pierpont Morgan presenting the brooch to one of Mrs. Hay’s forebears.

Two pendant-necklaces from the Hay Collection were the objects of much interest. An Art Deco platinum, carved pink tourmaline necklace adorned with black onyx, pearls and diamonds by Cartier achieved $230,500, many times its estimate of $30,000-50,000. An unsigned platinum, diamond and carved emerald pendant-necklace sold for $218,500, far surpassing its estimate of $50,000-70,000.

Property from other collections and estates featured a mystery-set ruby and emerald flower clip-brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. The brooch doubled its estimate of $60,000-80,000, selling for $158,500. Iconic VCA mystery-set jewelry is currently the subject of an exhibition at the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum in New York.

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A chemist looks at Kate’s sapphire ring

August 31st, 2011

 

I am taking a break from the elemental table today because unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past few months, you know that William and Kate are getting married today. Which means that traffic in London will be a nightmare, so everyone in the UK is getting a holiday.

Even though Kate will no doubt be given lots of diamonds in the next few months, I rather like her sapphire engagement ring (see above, right), so I am sharing this video where our favourite chemistry professor tells us about the chemistry of this famous ring. This ring, which formerly belonged to Princess Diana, is a 12-carat sapphire, surrounded by 14 white diamonds set in 18-carat white gold.

For those of you who are interested, here are a few facts about sapphires:

  • Sapphires are comprised of aluminum oxide with plenty of iron ions (as impurities), which gives the sapphire its lovely blue colour.
  • Sapphires are extremely hard, ranking 9 of 10 on the Mohs Scale of mineral hardness. They are second only to diamonds in hardness and are similarly resistant to chipping.
  • Sapphires are a variety of stone known as corundum and they come in every colour from blue to green to pink — red is the exception; red corundum is known as the ruby.

And now, for some myths and traditions about sapphires:

  • Sapphires are a traditional gift on a 5th and 45th wedding anniversary (I am eagerly awaiting mine).
  • Sapphires are the jewel of wisdom, truth, beauty and clarity.
  • Sapphire is the birthstone for September, symbolising clear thinking.
  • The most valuable and popular sapphire is a deep blue shade called “corn-flower blue.” No doubt, this sapphire has lots of iron impurities in it since this is what generates that coveted blue colour.

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Gems of Sri Lanka

July 27th, 2011

An increasing global awareness of the economic potential of gemstones has created an unprecedented demand for them.  It has led to an accelerated production drive and an intensified search for them in gem producing countries

Sri Lanka ranks with Myanmar, Brazil, South Africa and Thailand as one of the world’s most important gem bearing nations.  The story of Sri Lanka’s gems is as old as civilization itself.  

The gems of Sri Lanka are woven in to his history. The Mahavansa, the ancient chronicle of Sri Lanka too mentioned about gems and jewellery. Indeed, the lord Buddha himself is sad to have had to come to Sri Lanka from India to settle a dispute between two kings, Chulodara and Mahodara, over a throne of gems.

King Solomon is reported to have had gems brought from this island to win the heart of beautiful Queens. The great traveller, Marco Polo, Was said to have been so awe struck by a priceless ruby in the possession of the king of Sri Lanka that he recorded it has been “ span in length, without a flaw, brilliant beyond compare.

Sri Lanka became known as Ratna Deepa (The Island of Gems). Some of the rarest precious stones in the world are found in abundance in the reach earth under our feet and the hills above us. Sri Lanka, geologically speaking is a very old country. Ninety percent of the rocks of the island are of Precambrian age, 560 million to 2,400 million years ago. The gems form in sedimentary residual gem deposits, alluvial deposits, metamorphic deposits, skarn and calcium-rich rocks. Other gems are of magmatic origin. Out of about 200 minerals that are classified as gemstones, around 75 varieties are found in Sri Lanka, making this small island one of the most important geographic locations in the world of gemstones.

 Among the Several world famous gems Sri Lanka’s blue sapphire Weighing 466 carats. The largest known sapphire in the world. Weighing in at 19kg was also discovered here. Other famous gems include the Blue giant of the Orient, Weighing nearly 500 carats and the bluebell of Asia, which weighs in at 400 carats. The renowned Sri Lankan Star sapphire is on permanent display at the Museum of Natural History in New York, but due to an oversight, the stone has been called the star of India.

Throughout history Sri Lanka’s gems and jewellery have adorned the crown jewels of many a royal family. A gem- a 105 carat cat’s eye- discovered in a paddy field in Sri Lanka, gained fame among the royalty of Britain and was Successively Admired by Edward VII, George V, Edward VIII and Queen Elizabeth.

The process of mining for gems is begun at an auspicious time with a short religious ritual. The most common methods of mining are in pits and by tunnelling. Surface gemming and dredging depends on the location and the type of deposits stones are normally found in a layer of coarse pebbly material, which contains traces of clay and fine sand. This gravel containing gems is referred to as “illam” and is found just below the alluvial deposits.
The rarest gem in the world Alexandrite is found in Sri Lanka.

Gem pits are of two kinds. the shallow ones are well shaped and circular, whereas deep pits are rectangular. To prevent the walls of the pits from caving-in scaffoldings are made and the spaces filled with leaves. The water is then pumped out of the pit. If the “illam” vein runs horizontally, tunnelling has to be resorted to.

Another method of collecting illam is to place wooden poles across the river bed and standing on a pole with a long stick, a person drags the gravelly sand towards him. This is then collected in buckets. 

Either way the gravel is then washed in large circular wicker buckets by immersing them in water and rotating them. This enables the light, ordinary pebbles and sediment to escape, leaving the heavier pebbles behind. Then the baskets are held against the sunlight and the sorting is carried out. Each illam brings forth a variety of stones. The principal source of Alexandrite, the rarest gem in the world is Sri Lanka it was first pound in the Urals in 1830 and is named after Czar Alexander II who come of age on the day it was found. This stone shines green in natural light but turns raspberry red in artificial light.

The cat’s eye is another stone which is considered valuable and rare. It derives its name from fact that a silvery line runs across its greenish-gray surface, giving it a remarkable resemblance to the eye of a cat. The rarest type is the black cat’s eye.

Sri Lanka can boast of having 17 varieties of precious and semiprecious stone. The most notable are:-

Blue Sapphire blue stone with a silvery streak, said to protect its Wearer.
Alexandrite: the rarest and possibly the most beautiful of stones.
Star Ruby: its colour ranges from pale pink to red with a sulky streak.
Yellow Sapphire: poetically known as the “pollen of flowers” because of its soft yellow colouring. Star Sapphire: a rich blue star stone with snowy streaks, said to bring good luck.
Amethyst: a rich purple stone.
Garnet: A deep purplish-red stone, unique for its richness of colour.
Moonstone: a pale blue stone with silvery light only found in Sri Lanka and said to possess the power of tranquilizing its wearer.

 

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FACTS ABOUT RUBY

July 19th, 2011

 It was believed wearing a fine red ruby bestowed good fortune on its owner – although the owner must have already had good fortune enough to possess such a rare and beautiful gemstone! Many people associate its brilliant crimson colors with passion and love, making Ruby an ideal choice for an engagement ring. Ruby is the red variety of the corundum mineral species, while all other colors of corundum are called Sapphire.

Ruby is mined throughout Southeast Asia. While Thailand and Myanmar (Burma) produce exquisite examples of this gemstone that the ancient Sinhalese people called “Ratnaraj,” the King of Gems.

This most sought after gemstone is available in a range of red hues, from purplish and bluish red to orangish red. Ruby is readily available in sizes up to 2 carats, but larger sizes can be obtained. However, in its finest quality, any size Ruby can be scare. In readily available small sizes, Ruby makes an excellent accent gemstone because of its intense, pure red color.

Despite all the best efforts of gemstone merchants to use technology to enrich color, fine ruby is still exceptionally rare. After being extracted from the earth, rubies today are commonly heated to high temperatures to maximize the purity and intensity of their red hue. Impurities may also dissolve or become less noticeable after heating. However, heating will only improve the color if the gemstone already contains the chemistry required. Occasionally rubies with small imperfections are permeated with a silicate bi product of the heating process, which helps to make small fissures less visible. This enhancement, like heating, is permanent and rubies, whether enhanced or not, remain among the most durable of gems.

Today a new method of artificially colouring the surface of paler rubies through the diffusion of beryllium, or a similar element, has made the red of ruby more affordable. Although this method is not yet common, in the future beryllium-diffused rubies may offer an affordable alternative to either untreated or heat-enhanced rubies, which are both much rarer. However, recutting or repolishing may affect the color of some beryllium-diffusion treated rubies.

Natural ruby shades vary from light to dark red and rubies often have undertones, such a  purplish cast. The variations add to the charm and individuality of each gemstone.

If you were born in July, ruby is your special birthstone, but ruby jewellery is a universal favourite. We associate the color red with the universal feelings of love and passion.

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INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT GEMSTONES

June 28th, 2011

 

A gemstone or gem (also called a precious or semi-precious stone, or jewel) is a piece of mineral, which, in cut and polished form, is used to make jewellery or other adornments. However certain rocks, (such as lapis lazuli) and organic materials (such as amber or jet) are not minerals, but are still used for jewellery, and are therefore often considered to be gemstones as well. Most gemstones are hard, but some soft minerals are used in jewellery because of their lustre or other physical properties that have aesthetic value. Rarity is another characteristic that lends value to a gemstone. Aside from the diamond, the ruby, sapphire, emerald, pearl (strictly speaking not a gemstone) and opal have also been considered to be precious. Up to the discoveries of bulk amethyst in Brazil in the 19th century, amethyst was considered a precious stone as well, going back to ancient Greece. Even in the last century certain stones such as aquamarine, peridot and cat’s eye have been popular and hence been regarded as precious.

Many gemstones are used in even the most expensive jewellery, depending on the brand name of the designer, fashion trends, market supply, treatments, etc. Nevertheless, diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds still have a reputation that exceeds those of other gemstones.

Rare or unusual gemstones, generally meant to include those gemstones which occur so infrequently in gem quality that they are scarcely known except to connoisseurs, include andalusite, axinite,cassiterite, clinohumite and beryl. These pieces of stones also serve as an emblem of the world’s spirit and its inner soul. The heartbeat of the earth can be heard even in the shortest pebble, but all you need is watchful eyes and ears that can really hear in the silence.

 What they have in them, and what they can do for you, you can feel that all just holding them in your hands. We know instinctively that they will not chip and they will not break. Their inner beauty and grace always attract you and ask you to put them in your hands. You can’t resist and want to feel their true feel.

 Hot Massage is a very special kind of massage that uses smooth heated stones by immersing them in hot water.. The heat of the stone penetrates the body and warms and relaxes soar and tight muscles it is a very soothing and comforting experience. Usually Basalt stones are used but lately the people as hot massage stone has become quite popular as the extra ordinary healing power of the stone now know the use of lapis lazuli.. It is ideal for hot massage therapy; it is non-porous due to which it is hygienic and easy to clean during therapy. Being hot stone in itself, it imparts the right amount of heat that is absorbed in the body’s energy flow points thus enhancing the flow of energy also it dissolves the tension and heals the aches. Apart from lapis lazuli luxury tiles some other gemstones like moonstone and Turquoise have also been found quite effective to boost friendship and promote good relations. These days the stones like them are a major hit in the world of fashion and even some celebrities have been seen with these stones to bring harmony and strength in their friendships. Besides friendship, these precious gems also considers quite effective to bring prosperity and good luck in the life of the wearer.

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Jtv’s in the know: mahaleo ruby

May 8th, 2011

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A study in brand names featuring jtv’s shawn o’sullivan: mahaleo ruby

May 8th, 2011

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Healing & Magical Properties of Gemstones Q-S

September 25th, 2010

quartz cats eye

Quartz Cat’s Eye
Chemical Composition: SiO2
 Quartz Cat’s Eye is usually referred to as Cat’s Eye, but this name is not entirely correct. The only stone that has the ‘right’ to call itself just Cat’s Eye is the Cat’s Eye variety of Chrysoberyl, all other stones that display the cat’s eye effect should be preceded by the name of the gemstone. This stone is also called Bull’s Eye or Red Tiger’s Eye. Quartz Cat’s Eye is suited for school going children because it activates concentration. Next to that this stone may be used, just like all ‘eye’ stones, to ameliorate the eyes and to dispel and heal ailments of the eyes as well. Quartz Cat’s eye is a stone that stimulates courage and gives one a sense of safety. It may also be used to heal diseases of the bronchial tract, like asthma, pneumonia and tuberculosis. This stone positively influences the muscles, nerves and motor skills. Quartz Cat’s Eye may be used to heal and diminish neuritis, neuralgia and cramps. This stone also positively influences bones and joints.

rhodochrosite

Rhodochrosite
Chemical Composition: Mn[CO3]
 Rhodochrosite enhances creativity, intuition, helps meditation and gives mental rest. The stone calms restlessness and confusion and promotes a good energy flow. This mineral has given excellent results when used on Parkinson’s patients and Multiple Sclerosis patients, relieves in case of arthritis, against spiritlessness. Helps its wearer to get started in the morning and strengthens the whole body. Against asthma and stuffy nose, threshold fear and other fears, strengthens the memory. An excellent stone for children, they become lively and optimistic when they wear this stone. Because this stone has a soothing nature it can be used for a bath to relieve stress, put a piece of Rhodochrosite in the tub or wear the stone while you bathe. Rhodochrosite attracts love and therefore can be used in love spells.

rhodonite

Rhodonite
Chemical Composition: CaMn4(SiO3)5
 Rhodonite promotes the oxygen flow in the lungs and protects the bronchial tubes and is an excellent stone against Parkinson’s disease, eases changes, against depression, stimulates hearing, bones and lungs, against fear and for self respect. The stone eases pains caused by cramps, irritability without a specific reason, enhances the memory. Rhodonite stimulates personal development and personal insight. In magick this stone is used because of its peaceful vibrations and to see things in perspective.

rhyolite

Rhyolite
Chemical Composition: SiO2
 Rhyolite protects all organs that are regulated by the vegetative nervous system, as well as the vegetative nervous system. The production of the hormones in the glands is stimulated and harmonised by this stone. It may give relief in sciatica, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. Rhyolite may also be used for ailments of the skin and rashes. It is a stone that promotes change, diversity and progress, and it makes its wearer creative. Rhyolite’s energies are most suited for meditations.

rose quartz

Rose Quartz
Chemical Composition: SiO2
 Rose Quartz stimulates the good in mankind, promotes love and art, makes creative, helps when one is homesick, softens the emotional life, against exasperation. An excellent stone for children. Makes one appreciate beauty, painting, poetry and music, makes us fall in love and enthusiastic, heals emotional wounds, comforts, good for the heart, gives inner peace and joy for life, learns us to forgive. For dyslexia, cures and stops diarrhea, stomach cramps, intestinal problems and gets rid of small worms.

rubellite

Rubellite or Pink or Red Tourmaline
Chemical Composition: Na(Li,Al)3Al6(OH)4(BO3)3Si6O18
 Rubellite gives one more power, especially in the morning when one has to get up and doesn’t feel like it. Use in case of head colds and asthma attacks, diminishes the formation of kidney stones, against rashes and itching, diminishes pain caused by rheumatism, stimulates the healing of skin problems and against cramps. Use when you suffer from insomnia. Will give you a positive outlook and against behavioral problems, dejection, over-sensitivity and will-lessness. Diminishes irritability, shyness and memory problems.
Also see: Tourmaline.

ruby

Ruby
Chemical Composition: Al2O2
 This gemstone dispels melancholy, and protects against miscarriages if worn during the 2nd until the 4th month of the pregnancy. Ruby gives the unborn child vital strength and makes sure that the expecting mother stays active. Helps against fatigue, gives strength and courage and promotes will power. Good for stomach, against flatulence, headaches, pain in general, fever, nightmares, has a positive influence on the active higher thinking, strengthens intuition and creativity. Ruby is an activating stone and heals pancreatic problems, liver problems and kidney problems, use in case of diabetes, against all problems related to the nervous system and stimulates the ovaries and testicles. In magick Rubies are used to attract protection, strength, power, joy and wealth.

rutilated quartz

 Rutilated Quartz
Chemical Composition: SiO2 + TiO2
Rutilated Quartz is an excellent stone when you suffer from bronchitis, asthma, coughs, pneumonia, whooping cough, stimulates and cleanses the bronchial tubes and lungs. This stone promotes action and strengthens the immune system, brain, promotes a long life and against depression.

sapphire

Sapphire
Chemical Composition: Al2O2
 Sapphire is the stone of faithfulness and is frequently used in engagement rings. It promotes sincerity, strengthens intuition, eyes, use in case of eye-disease and glaucoma. Against fever, melancholy, insomnia, shingles, nervousness, kidney problems, ulcers. Sapphire gets rid of poison in the body. This stone attracts good people, gives pure thoughts, protects against bad influences and false friends, brings help in need. Sapphire lowers the blood pressure, against indecision, stress and gives its wearer peace of mind. Against black magic and protects against captivity.”  Star Sapphire
The Star Sapphire is a rare variety of the Sapphire, because of needles that have formed in a parallel pattern inside the stone, the light is refracted which causes a white star inside the stone, a very impressive phenomenon. This stone is seen as a stone of wisdom and happiness. It helps one to organise one’s thoughts and protects against false friends and unfaithful lovers. The Star Sapphire holds all of Sapphire’s good properties, but is much more potent than the ‘regular’ Sapphire. It may be used to treat patients suffering from serious ailments, i.e. Parkinson’s disease, and will also help with the trembling of this illness. 

Sard
Chemical Composition: SiO2
Sard helps overcome infections and inner sores in the intestinal tract and brain. This stone can also bring relief in case of meningitis. Sard stabilizes the blood pressure and can be used in case of high blood pressure as well as low blood pressure. Protects against bed wetting, stimulates liver and gall bladder functions, heals ailments of the liver like yellow fever and hepatitis. Use in case of diarrhea, throwing up and fever. Protects its wearer against false friends and stimulates friendship. Sard is used in defensive magick and to attract protection.

sardonyx

Sardonyx
Chemical Composition: SiO2
 Sardonyx is a combination of Onyx with reddish brown Sard and displays reddish brown and white layers, in some cases also black layers are visible in the stone. This stone was used in the past, and even today, to cut cameos and intaglios. For this the two colours of the stone were used, just like with Bandonyx, Chalcedony and Onyx. Sardonyx makes its wearer a pleasant person, it attracts friends and promotes self control and marital bliss. This stone also promotes success in legal matters. On the physical level this stone protects against bites, stings, pain, infections and poison. In the past Sardonyx was used to dispel the ‘evil eye’. Sardonyx is a grounding stone.

schorl

Schörl or Black Tourmaline
Chemical Composition: NaFe3Al6(BO3)3Si6O18(OH)4
 Schörl neutralizes energies that are emitted by electrical suppliances and computer and television screens. It stops the growth of cancerous cells, for nervousness, blood-poisoning and infectious diseases, promotes eloquence and inspiration, reconsiles friends, dispels enemies, protects against flu, for gall, kidneys, lymph nodes, and brings order in ones love life. Protects against all injuries, for self esteem, against nervousness. Also this stone is an excellent helper for those that have dyslexia. Also see: Tourmaline.

selenite

Selenite
 Chemical Composition: CaSO4 + 2H2O
Selenite is a variety of Gypsum and positively influences the sex organs, like the prostate, uterus and ovaries. Because of this quality this stone is most suited for women during pregnancy, it protects the unborn child, but it also protects the mother against cramps and other ailments during pregnancy, this tone also strengthens the placenta and this makes this stone indispensable for anyone who is pregnant. Also vomiting and nausea in the first trimester will diminish by wearing this stone. Selenite can also be used to correct diseases and malformations of the skeleton, and during pregnancy it may be used to diminish the chances of any of these diseases. On the spiritual level, this stone is used to invoke visions.
Please note! A note is in order. Never try to cleanse this stone with water! Because Selenite is a Gypsum variety, this may harm the stone!! Also one should be careful with this stone, because of its scanty hardness it can easily be scratched.

serpentine

Serpentine
 Chemical Composition: Mg6(OH)8Si4O10
Serpentine activates the thymus gland and therefore it stimulates the immune system as well as the hormones in the body. Serpentine activates the production of the red blood cells, the haemoglobin and the plasma. This stone protects the heart, the kidneys and the lungs for illness and infections. This stone also has the ability to regulate blood sugar levels and can therefore be used in cases of hypoglycaemia and diabetes. Other than that Serpentine raises the Kundalini and teaches its wearer that the world does not exist because of material things and opens the heart to spirituality.

smoky quartz

Smokey Quartz
Chemical Composition: SiO2
 Smokey Quartz is the ideal stone to help someone quit smoking and makes its wearer steadfast in making decisions. Promotes concentration, gives one the strength and power to realize ones dreams. For connective tissue, pancreas, ovaries, testicles, heart, muscles, kidneys, nerves, against depression, whooping cough and is a grounding stone. Smokey Quartz protects against thoughtless actions and connects its wearer to the earth, this is why it is an excellent talisman in difficult situations.

soap stone

Soapstone
Chemical Composition: Mg3(OH)2Si4O10
 Soapstone can be used to diminish and cure itching, eczema and skin rashes, for this it is best to gently rub a piece of Soapstone over the irritated skin. This stone may also be used to diminish irritations and skin rashes caused by stinging nettles and poison ivy, but also for sun burns and allergies. A very interesting property of Soapstone is that it can make wrinkles disappear, for this rub a piece of Soapstone on your wrinkles on a daily basis. Soapstone is also used to stimulate the liver and gall bladder. This stone also assist you to get used to new situations and to embark on new adventures and challenges.

sodalite

Sodalite
Chemical Composition: Na8[Cl2(AlSiO4)6]
 Sodalite sooths restlessness, promotes faithfulness, intuition and the third eye, against high blood pressure. Sodalite harmonizes, strengthens the nerves, is grounding and promotes self faithfulness. Also Sodalite gives one the courage to stand behind ones own opinions and to realize goals. For lymph nodes, brain, against x-ray radiation and promotes vitality. Puts one at ease especially those that suffer from nervous disorders. For pancreas, liver, kidneys, ovaries and testicles. Against ringing ears and dizzy spells. For a healthy sleep, against irritability, exhaustion, fears and strengthens self esteem. In magick Sodalite is used for healing, peace and wisdom. Sodalite is also an excellent meditation stone.

sphalerite

Sphalerite
Chemical Composition: ZnS
 Sphalerite or Blende may be used to heal and diminish ovarian infections and inflammations, but may also be used to dispel other ailments of the female reproductive system. It does not only influence the female sex organs, but also the male reproductive system can be positively influenced by wearing or the laying on of this stone. Because this stone contains Sulphur it also positively influences the skin, especially in cases of eczema and acne. Do you want to spice up your sex life? Sphalerite can help, it is an erotic stone! Sphalerite may also be used in meditations and trances.

 spinel

Spinel
Chemical Composition: MgAl2O4
Spinel has been confused with Ruby in the past. This stone has a positive influence on the muscles and nerves, which is why it may be used to dispel neuritis and to heal painful and torn muscles. This stone also protects you against fears.

staurolite

Staurolite
 Chemical Composition: Al4Fe(O)OH(SiO4)2
Staurolite is also called Cross Stone or Faery Stone, and has been used for protection for centuries, the name Staurolite is derived from the Greek stauros, which signifies cross. In magick Staurolite is used to symbolise the four elements, but also to attract health, protection and money. On the physical level this stone may be used to heal headaches and diseases of the vegetative nervous system. Staurolite brings its wearer back on earth, with both feet, and therefore it is most suited for those that have the tendency to overdo things in like overactive imagination, phantasma etc.

sugilite

Sugilite
Chemical Composition: KNa2(FeMnAl)2Li3Si12O30
 Sugilite is the only stone for those that have been infected with the AIDS virus, this stone protects you against the HIV virus, and is the only gemstone that can heal this disease in the first stages. Extraordinary results with HIV patients have been reported in the US! Sugilite promotes rest and calm when someone has strong spiritual experiences. The stone is protective and harmonizing, gives one a deep sleep. Gives power and stabilizes, dispels doubt and teaches self control and humility. For heart and heals scars. Against headaches, anemia, paleness and painful menstruations, promotes healing after illness and enhances the blood flow in the brain. Dispels stress and infections.
Sugilite is also called the New Age Stone.

sunstone 

Sunstone
Chemical Composition: (Na,Ca)Al(Si,Al)3O8
Sunstone is an excellent companion during meditation. Against allergy, hernia, osteoporosis, tooth decay and stimulates the healing of bones. Strengthens the heart, back, the eyes and kidneys, against gloom and melancholy, rejuvinates vital strength. Against anemia and abnormal menstruation. Supports pregnancy and promotes breast feeding. Dispells unrest, irritability and over exhaustion.

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Gems & Gemology

September 24th, 2010

Gems are very well known all over the world for their magnificent beauty and value. Not only do they add a beauty and charm into a person’s personality, but also may play a very significant role in shaping the present and future. They have a great importance in Vedic Astrology or the Science of Lights. It is now very well known that the light is composed of seven different rays, that is, Violet, Indigo, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, and Red. These rays are also a constituent of the pretty rainbow.

If the ancient Indian text, the “Karam Puran” is to be taken into account, then the seven planets are considered to be condensation of the above mentioned seven different coloured cosmic rays. The planet Earth was supposed to have on it the greatest condensation of the cosmic rays in the form of natural gem stones found on it. These gem stone s are present in a large variety and are believed to attract rays of different kinds towards them. This property of the gems makes them an ideal method to be used for reducing the sufferings that are led by mis-positioned planets in a person’s birth chart.
 
GEMS are precious stones which are loaded with specific energies. Gems may take in different colored rays and filter them all, but finally they keep a specific ray only. For example, Ruby is a gem in Dark Red color. This gem will filter all other colors except Red, which is accumulated into it. When we wear Ruby, we get the Red colored rays being absorbed into our body, and hence the effect of these rays will produce certain results. It has been experimentally proved that the Red color increases Will-power, Anger, Dynamism, Blood flow, and the Soul is strengthened. So it is better if the people with a lack of confidence and with feelings of inferiority wear this gem. The gems are connected to Planets in Astrology. Of course Astrology advocates that everything in this world is connected to Planets finally. What is the relation between gems and Planets? Each planet has a type of energy which is fully absorbed in a particular gem on the earth. Thus Sun’s energy is absorbed in Ruby, Moon’s energy is available in Pearl, Mars’s is in Coral, Jupiter’s is in Yellow Sapphire, Saturn’s energy is seen is Blue Sapphire, Mercury’s is in Emerald, Venus’s is in Diamond, Rahu’s is in Hessonite and Kethu’s is in Cat’s eye.
 
When there are any deficiencies in the energy levels of a Planet in a human being, the related problems concerned to that Planet will result. So it is wise to fill these deficient energies, by wearing gems. This is the route to achieve health, happiness and prosperity in life.

Ruby: Ruby is generally available in dark red, and glows like morning sun. Wearing a Ruby protects a person from afflictions of Sun, heart weakness, headaches, general ill health, eye troubles, blood pressure etc.

Pearl: It is in white color with a streak of oceanic blue. Wearing a pearl protects a person from diseases of lungs and stomach, water-born diseases, emotional problems, and impulsive decisions.

Coral: A good coral will be red in color. It is used to get rid of skin diseases, fevers, accidents, abortions, burns and enmity with others.A Coral increases practicality, quickness in doing the things and vigor.

Yellow Sapphire: It would be yellow or white in color. Yellow is preferred. It is used to get the grace of God, children, education, and high position in job or business. It is used to get success in legal problems, digestion and liver problems.

Blue Sapphire: This is in dark blue or black in color. Nervous problems, delays, serious ill health, diseases of teeth, ears, rheumatism, aging, problems in service and business can be controlled by wearing a Blue Sapphire.

Emerald: This gem is in green color, causing the power of intelligence, presence of mind, right decisions in business, communication, speculation, scientific education. It can be worn to escape from madness, stammering, and nervous problems.

Diamond: This is a very precious stone with bright white color. Delays in marriage, bad married life, diseases of reproductive system, lack of luxuries in life can be overcome by using a diamond.

Hardness of diamond: 10, Specific gravity: 3.52, Refractive index: 2.4175.

Hessonite: This is in honey color and eliminates problems like cholera, dysentery, hallucinations, and problems from evil spirits.

Cat’s eye: This is in white color with a circular band around in grass color. It alleviates problems like paralysis, contaminated diseases, infections, intestinal disorders and increases religious nature in a person.

Any gem should be purified and then loaded with positive vibrations of concerned planet, by chanting the relevant Mantra during a period of time. Then it should be worn in a ring to a suitable finger of right hand on an auspicious day. But first of all take the help of an Astrologer to determine which gem is suitable for you. Keep in mind that if you wear an unsuitable gem, you are inviting more problems.

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OnlyGems launches major Ecommerce distribution channel for India markets

June 4th, 2010

Veteran Gemology and Internet Management Team Partners to launch www.onlygems.in

New Delhi- 3rd june 2010 -OnlyGems has  witnessed a breakthrough when it launched an online store for Branded Gemstones www.onlygems.in. It will be reckoned as an answer to those gemstone lovers as well as those looking to buy precious  semi-precious gemstones from authentic sources,” says co-founder Gaurav Issar.


The Problem

Gemstones are an article of faith as they possess medicinal values for energy healing. various occult sciences support gem therapy. Till date gemstones are sold a loose commodity and the buyers are always doubting there authenticity. Most of the dealers of the country are selling products on inflated pricing and cheating the customers by confusing them with technical terms like treated, untreated, heated and unheated gemstones

The Solution

OnlyGems has launched the first ever brand by packaging the gemstones along with their authenticity certificate from the well known Gem Testing laboratory. Every product sold by OnlyGems goes through a proper quality testing in the laboratory. Moreover the products are sold on a 30 days money back guarantee for all the online customers. » Read more: OnlyGems launches major Ecommerce distribution channel for India markets

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