In addition to creating colorful and eye-catching jewelry, a particular choice of gemstone can say a lot about a person, what they’re seeking in life, and what might be motivating them at the moment. Some say certain gemstones can even offer healing properties or steer the wearer in certain spiritual directions.
Here are some popular gemstones, and what experts say they might have to offer the person who chooses to wear them.
Amethyst—
Amethyst is known for being the gemstone that represents forgiveness and mercy. If you are feeling stuck in a shame spiral or guilty about something, an amethyst would be a good jewelry choice for you. It is known for being a soothing stone, helpful for those with insomnia, and is especially recommended for the anxious or stressed out. Amethyst is also known for its healing and protective properties, so be sure to wear your amethyst ring to the office when the latest flu bug is making the rounds!
Citrine—
Citrine is considered the gemstone of communication. It is also touted for being a carrier of positivism that can actually dispel negative energy away from the wearer, making it a sort of “evil-eye repelling” good luck charm. If you have someone in your life making you feel unhappy, keeping a citrine ring on your finger would be an excellent idea. Citrine is also known to be a giver of self-esteem, and it is said that it can help the wearer communicate more clearly with others, and with more confidence.
Rose Quartz—
Rose quartz is considered a stone of love, but especially self-love and acceptance. If you have a tendency to be hard on yourself, or to hold yourself to unreasonably high standards, the rose quartz would be a great gemstone to wear on your finger to remind yourself to be kind, and remember that nobody is perfect. Known for opening the heart of the wearer, the accepting and forgiving properties of the rose quartz extend outward, helping to attract the same kindness from others. Rose quartz is also purported to help prevent wrinkles, which is always a lovely side-effect of anything!
Smoky Quartz—
Smoky quartz has the same negative energy-repelling qualities as citrine, with the added bonus of helping the wearer dispel their own mental roadblocks, while releasing the anger that might be causing them. If you’re letting a frustrating situation or toxic people get to you to the point that they’re blocking your productivity, smoky quartz would be an excellent choice of gemstone for you. Good at eliminating panic attacks in people, it is said that this stone can actually form a protective shield around the wearer, keeping the bad anxiety-causing energy at bay.
Malachite—
Malachite is a metamorphosis gemstone, great for those going through major changes in life, and for allowing people to find the path necessary for remembrance and healing. Malachite’s main power is its ability to help people release negative feelings so that one might move beyond them and continue forward spiritually. Malachite is an exceptionally powerful gemstone because it can lead to a major emotional transformation in the wearer, and positive new beginnings.
Onyx—
Onyx is a gemstone of power, representing self-control, determination, and the accomplishment of goals. If you are setting new financial goals for yourself, such as starting a new business, onyx jewelry would be a wise choice for you, giving you the strength and stamina needed for a new undertaking. Another great stone for repelling negativity, onyx can serve to us in reality and keep a clear head. Known for smoothing out emotions, onyx has been said to keep the wearer calm and serene, and able to make smart, logical decisions, rather than rash, impulsive choices.
Topaz—
Topaz represents creativity, helping the wearer express themselves and new ideas with joy. Topaz can give you the confidence to make the big change you’ve wanted to make and create the positive reality you want for yourself. Of all the stones, topaz is best known for giving the user a feeling of peace and serenity, and can be helpful in lifting depression and replacing it with self-love and acceptance.
If you find yourself gravitating toward a certain gemstone, it might be more than just the color drawing you to that gorgeous ring, bracelet or necklace. You may be feeling attracted because the gemstone is calling to you for other reasons. Listen to your intuition, and trust yourself to choose the beautiful piece of jewelry that feels right for you.
Liz Hoefling is an experienced jewelry designer who writesindependently for www.a-jonline.com from Snellville, GA.
