Semi-Precious Stone Properties

Aventurine
Aventurine is a member of the quartz family. Wearing Aventurine is said to protect
against environmental pollution and heal emotional pain and fear.

Alternative birthstone - September

Sources - Brazil, China, India, Italy

Carnelian
Carnelian is believed to be an excellent stone for instilling confidence, boldness,
assertiveness and making you more aware of your feelings. It gives courage and
promotes positive life choices such as joy and social skills. Motivates for
success in business and other matters.

Alternative birthstone - August

Sources - Iceland, India, U.K, Peru

Citrine
Citrine is the stone of light, sun & life. It is believed to be excellent for energising
and recharging, combat chronic fatigue syndrome and reverse degenerative
diseases. Spiritually it is said to aid intuition.

Alternative birthstone - November

Sources - Brazil, Bolivia, and Spain.

Garnet
Garnet is seen as an energising and regenerating stone. It regenerates the
body and stimulates the metabolism. Should be worn next to the skin.
Spiritually it is believed to inspire love and devotion.

Garnet signifies etermal friendship and trust and is the perfect gift for a friend

Official birthstone - January

Sources - Africa, Sri Lanka, India

Mookaite
Mookaite is belived to encourage the desire for adventure, stabilise health,
strengthen the immune system and aid in the healing of wounds.

Alternative birthstone - Virgo (24th August – 23rd Sept)

Sources - Australia

Moonstone
Moonstone is believed to be the woman's stone. It is said to promote a
natural, strong hormonal balance and alleviate menstrual pain and fluid
retention. Spiritually moonstone is a deep emotional healer.

Moonstone is said to represent love in marriage

Alternative birthstone - June

Sources - Sri Lanka, Burma, India, Madagascar

Rock Crystal
Rock crystal is seen as The Master Healer. It is belived to be the most
powerful healing and energy amplifier. It absorbs, stores, releases and
regulates energy and is excellent at unblocking it. Can be used to treat any
condition. Stimulates the immune system and brings the body into balance.
Spiritually it enhances the properties of crystals around it.

Rock crystal symbolises purity and balance.

Represents all signs of the zodiac

Sources - USA, Switzerland, Madagascar

Mookaite
Mookaite is belived to encourage the desire for adventure, stabilise health,
strengthen the immune system and aid in the healing of wounds.

Alternative birthstone - Virgo (24th August – 23rd Sept)

Sources - Australia

Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz is considered the stone of unconditional love and infinite peace.
It is believed to cleanse the body of impurities, be beneficial to the heart and
lungs and soothe burns and blistering. It is helpful in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s
and senile dementia.

Rose Quartz is belived to restore calmness, balance and clarity.

Rose Quartz is the ancient birthstone for January

Sources - Brazil, Madagascar, Scotland, Spain, USA

Tiger Eye
Tiger Eye is belived to treat the eyes and aid night visions, heal the throat and
reproductive organs. Helps with the repair of broken bones and lifts moods
alleviating depression. Spiritually it is a stone of protection against ill wishing and
curses.

Tiger eye symbolises unity

Official birthstone for Gemini (May 21-Jun 20)

Sources - South Africa

Turquoise
Turquoise is believed to stimulate the regeneration of tissue and relieves the
symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism. Spiritually, turquoise is said to bring
peace of mind, friendship and loyalty.

Turquoise is considered a good luck charm

Official birthstone for December

Sources - South America, Australia, Afghanistan.