About Our Gemstones and Pearls

REFERENCE LIBRARY- GEMSTONES AND PEARLS

Hey! We're so excited that you're interested in our gemstones and freshwater pearls. While these beauties are not naturally occuring in Germany, please know that we place great importance in selecting family-owned businesses in Germany that adhere to strict quality requirements to supply us with our stones.

O	NAME	ORIGIN	ABOU
1	FRESHWATER PEARLS	China	Freshwater pearls are referred to in prosaic terms as "special features from the sea"- and rightly so. Pearls are not only beautiful and each one is unique, they have also been said to have a mystical-magical impact since ancient times: they are supposed to have a healing effect. Pearls can alleviate grief, stress, and dissatisfaction. They should also help resolve internal conflicts and thus aid in regaining inner balance.
2	ROSE QUARTZ	Brazil, Sweden, Namibia, USA	Rose quartz can range from a light, almost translucent pink to a richer, milkier pink. The grade of pink pigmentation depends on microscopic mineral inclusions of dumortierite or possibly titanium. Rose quartz is said to open its wearers heart. It promotes self care and love.
3	LEMON QUARTZ	Norway, Spain, Australia, Argentina, USA	Lemon? Yes! Lemon! The yellow quartz (citrine) got its name, of course, because of it's yellowish color. The name is derived from the latin word "citrus" and translated it means lemon. Citrines come in very different shades of yellow: from light to dark yellow, yellow-brown, lemon-yellow, or orange-yellow. Real yellow citrine is very rare in nature. Citrine give its wearer zest for life, strengthens self-confidence, helps with stress, grief, and depression.
4	CALCITE	All around the world, especially Mexico	Calcite has a healing effect. When worn calcite strengthens stability and self-confidence and helps overcome difficult phases in life. Calcite is said to have a calming effect, for example it can protect against nightmares. Some calcite stones have a glossy sheen, others have a matt shimmer. Like many other stones, it is naturally white or colorless, but often contains microscopic inclusions of other minerals that can color it orange, red, blue, or green.
5	AVENTURINE	Germany, Austria, South Africa, India, China, Japan, USA	This gemstone owes it's color to microcrystalline inclusions. Aventurine has a strong shimmer, and it's metallic sheen is particularly noticeable. It is therefore very popular in jewelry production. Aventurines not only decorate, they also help those who wear them find more inner peace and serenity.
6	CARNELIAN	India, Egypt, Uruguay, Brazil	Carnelian is a member of the Chalcedony family. It is a translucent variety of quartz that can vary in shade but is typically an orange - brown - reddish color. Carnelian has been used to make jewelry since the early Neolithic era and ancient Romans even used it to make signet rings. Carnelian can aid in releasing negative emotions, cleanses the energy field of its wearer, and helps strengthen the mind-body connection.
7	JADE	Myanmar, New Zealand, Canada, Taiwan, Russia, China, Guyana, Surinam	Jade most often occurs in a green color, however it can also be white or yellow. Jade is comprised of the silicate minerals nephrite or jadeite. Jade is associated primarly with China as the region has a long history using the stone decoratively and for jewelry production. The stone is said to promote joyfulness and love. Jade is also attributed with the ability to transform negative energy into positive.
8	PERIDOT	USA, Pakistan, Myanmar, Tanzania, Vietnam, China	Peridot is a vibrant green gemstone that has been used in jewelry for thousands of years. It is formed from volcanic activity and is one of the few gemstones that only occurs in one color. Peridot is believed to have healing properties, including promoting a sense of calm and reducing anxiety.
9	GREEN AGATE	All over the world	This green stone was admired even in ancient times. Egyptians are reported to have used it for jewelry and interior decoration. Mircroscopic Quartz crystals mingle with chalcedony to create it's green color. Green agate is said to promote physical health by, for example, aiding fertility or alleviating pain. This stunning gem has also been used as a good luck charm and is said to promote self confidence.
10	PRASE	Greece & USA	The prase gemstone was already known in antiquity and mostly used as a healing and protective stone. The green gemstone is strengthening- it helps to reduce stress and promote self-discipline. The prase gemstone is therefore particularly well suited for people who have a taxing job and are looking for balance. The name of the gem is derived from the greek word "prasos" for leek. It refers to the color of the stone, whose mostly matt shimmering green is reminiscent of leeks.
11	TOURMALINE	USA, Brazil, China, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan	Tourmaline comes in a variety of colors, the shade depending on the minerals in the gemstone. Tourmaline rich in iron are often blue-ish black, while lithium rich tourmalines can be blue, green, yellow, and pink. Tourmalines are said to aid in detoxification, strengthen the immune system, and increase alertness. They are also assumed to relieve stress and aid in positive thinking.
12	MOSS AGATE	Germany, Hungary, Kazakhstan, USA, Canada	Don't let the name fool you. Moss Agate is by no means, as suspected, moss green and doesn't have much to do with moss, it just has a moss-like pattern. It is also not an agate- it is a chalcedony and therefore belongs to the quartz group. Moss agates are mostly colorless or white, interspersed with green, green-black, or red-brown delicate structures that are reminiscent of tiny, branched trees. As decorations, moss agates are mainly offered in smooth cuts. The stone makes you brave, strengthens self-confidence, and promotes self-awareness. For many people it is also a good luck charm.
13	AMAZONITE	Madagascar, Russia, China, USA, Libya	Amazonite, also known as amazonstone, is a subtle turquoise gemstone. Its name was taken from the Amazon River, although the stones aren't necessarily found there. Known as the "hope" stone, amazonite increases positivity and optimism, helping its wearer change perspective. It is also said to relieve anxiety and bring clarity.
14	PRASIOLITE	Poland, Brazil, Southwest of England	The prasiolite shows its true color. It is a beautiful, leek-green gemstone from the quartz group. The greek words "prason" (for leek) and "lithos" (for stone) describe its name. Natural green colored quartz is very rare in nature. Because this natural gemstone is a rarity, it is often artificially created by firing green amethyst or yellow quartz. Prasiolite gives its wearers peace and stability and keeps the body in balance. The gemstone is also said to have the power to convert negative energy into positive.
15	AQUAMARINE	Brazil, Nigeria, Madagascar, Mozambique, Pakistan	Aquamarine is a pale-blue to light-green variety of beryl. The term Aquamarine is a combination of two Latin words: "aqua" means water and "marina" means sea. The words translates to "the color of the sea". It helps us to gain insight, wisdom, and truth.
16	CHALCEDONY	India, Turkey, Namibia, Russia, Brazil, Madagascar, Morocco, Uruguay, the German Ore Mountatins	People have given this beautiful stone many different names over the centuries. Among other things, it was called milchstein, jasponix, quartzine, massik, zoesit, californian moonstone, starrstein, oder beekit. The light blue chalcedony has a special meaning. As a so-called "speaker stone" it is said to have the power to help people have a pleasant voice and aids in self expression. Chalcedony has a wide range of colors. It ranges from white to light blue, from red to pink.
17	BLUE LAPIS	Afghanistan, USA, Chile, Russia, Canada, Iran, Pakistan	It is this intense blue color and the small sparkling inclusions of pyrite (flint) that give this stone its incomparable character. The lapis lazuli is considered to be the stone of wisdom and beauty. Its blue is similar to the color of the sky, hence it is also known as the sky stone. Cleopatra loved the striking blue of this gemstone. The lapis lazuli is often worn as a good luck charm, but it is also said to have a healing effect. For example, it should have the strength to reduce fears. Rough stones, crystals, as well as shaped and cut specimens, were sold as early as 3000 BC. The lapis lazuli is not only valued as a gemstone, it is also important as an object of spiritual symbolism.
18	AMETHYST	Brazil, Uruguay, Namibia, Madagascar, Russia, Sri Lanka, Morocco	In its classic violet form, the amethyst is one of the extraordinary and most sought-after gemstones. The color spectrum is impressive, from a very light purple to a very dark purple. All stones are transparent to translucent. The name of the gemstone amethyst is said to be derived from the Greek “amethystos”. Translated it means something like "counteracting the intoxication" - the gemstone should protect against alcoholism. Leonardo da Vinci believed in the unusual powers of the amethyst. It is supposed to sharpen the mind and drive away bad thoughts.
	TIGER'S EYE	South Africa, Myanmar, China, Sri Lanka, Australia, Brazil, USA	It is that fine glow of light on the smoothly polished surfaces that resembles the slit-like pupils of tigers in the dark and gives the stone its mysterious name. Tiger’s Eye is a very old talisman that was supposed to protect its wearer from misfortune even in ancient times. The mostly golden brown or golden yellow colored stone is also credited with the power to promote harmony between people.
	ONYX	Yemen, Pakistan, Brazil, Mexico, Uruguay, Crete, Madagascar, USA	Onyxes are among the most distinctive gemstones of all. The name onyx comes from the Greek and translates as fingernail. Its noble deep black color, mostly opaque or only slightly translucent, makes this gemstone extremely popular and something very special. Even in ancient times, the gemstone was known as a protective stone that was supposed to ward off disaster. Onyxes are said to give their wearers pure joie de vivre.