Black Diamonds are one of the most sought-after diamonds because of their rarest and beauty, as a result they are also one of the most expensive gems because of their scarcity and limited supply. Black Diamonds have been used to control or even master energy resulting in increased balance and stability. This Diamond also protects you from confusion and assist with cultivating inner strengthen, endurance, and perseverance. The Black Diamond is considered to be transcendence, in other words, it will help or assist with accomplishments and achievements and mastery of goals. This powerful stone will affect your productivity and increase motivation. This magnificent stone symbolizes charisma and glamour and reflects supreme power and authorization. Black Diamonds hold possessions of great power and domination, hinds Masculine Energy. This stone should be worn around the neck and close to the Heart for superlative effects. This stone will also evoke strong emotions inside of you and are known for attracting wealth and good fortune.

Black Diamonds are not common and often thought to reflect Masculine energy, as well as passionate and strong emotions. This stone connects you to your Divine god-like energy and links you to the higher realms of spirituality. In spiritual healing, this stone is used to clean energy fields and clean out the frequency inside your emotions.

          As a healing stone, the Black Diamond has restorative effects on the body and the psyche. The power of this stone can be over whelming and there is a powerful boldness about this gem.

Black Diamonds are rare and can be costly due to the fact that they are not common in nature. Large Black Diamonds are actually made up of millions of other small black crystals. The Black Diamonds are bound together by internal inclusions that hold million of small pieces together versus traditional diamonds that are a single piece. There are Three theories on how Black Diamonds are formed. The First theory states that Black Diamonds are formed through a meteoric impact. The second theory states that Black Diamonds are formed through Radiation. The Third theory states that Black Diamonds are formed through the process of spontaneous Fission of Uranium and Thorium. There are others that believe that the Black Diamond is formed from Outer Space.

Black Diamonds that occur naturally are a Type of Diamond known as a Carbondale and typically are the most expensive and found in Brazil and the Central African Republic. Black Diamonds don’t shine in the traditional sense and actually absorb light instead of reflecting it, their beauty comes from their surface. Some Black Diamonds are opaque in color which are caused by dark inclusions or by color treatment.

The Marange Deposit in Eastern Zimbabwe produces a large amount of Diamonds, several million carats yearly and the color of The Black Diamond is a rarity in nature because the majority of Black Diamonds are darker gray, rust, brown or green. The Source was discovered in 2001 by DeBeers but was not mined until 2006. These particular Black Diamonds are a result of natural irradiation and graphite inclusions exposure to radiation or by inclusion of sulfide, graphite, magnetite, hematite or iron-bearing materials. In some cases, hydrogen-related clouds that extend throughout the stone. Treated Black Diamonds are generally heavily fractured stones that are subjected to high-temperature, low-pressures treatment, which graphitizes the fracture, turning them Black. A large sum of Black Diamonds on the market are artificially made by irradiating or heating ordinary Diamonds. Due to large number of inclusions, Black Diamonds may have numerous cracks so there is a risk that the stone may break apart or splinter, even with the Moh’s Scale harness of 10.

Contrary to White Diamonds, a Black Diamond as previously stated is made up of millions of small black diamond crystals, between which are deposit of graphite, carbon, which are responsible for the Black, Opaque Color. The Black Diamonds are bounded together by internal inclusions that hold millions of small pieces together versus white traditional diamonds which are one piece.  

The Conventional grading system for Traditional White Diamonds cannot be applied to Black Diamonds. Black Diamonds have their own grading system and fall out of the trading grading for Diamonds. Black Diamonds are labeled as AAA, AA, A, with AAA being the highest grade. Their color is evaluated based on GIA’s Color Grading System for colored Diamonds. In addition, the term Fancy Black is used as the only single grade term since there is no variation in the tone and saturation of a Black Diamonds. Consequently, for example GIA (Gemological Institute of America, Inc.) issued a Color Diamond Identification and Origin Report, which states such Diamonds are described as Fancy Black and their color is noted as either natural or treated.

The Black Diamond can be confused with the beautiful, Black Onyx, Obsidian, Black Tourmaline or Black Spinel gemstones. Be certain that you are actually being sold a Black Diamond by purchasing from a qualified and verifiable Jeweler.

Lukewarm water and dish soap as well as cleaning this gem once a week or even frequently with a soft brush is recommended. This Stone should not be placed in an ultrasonic cleaner due to their delicate nature. Black Diamonds shouldn’t be touched too much.

I believe that Divine Mother God and Divine Father God both reflect the Essence and Spirit of a Black Diamond due to their supreme power and authorization.

Disclaimer:

          The information in the article comes from experiences and from research, books, articles and information on the subjects/items.

Using or wearing, stones or crystals, does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Please consult your Health Care Professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your Health Care Professional.

The use of stones or crystals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones/crystals have been used historically, to relieve or prevent symptoms, the items we sell or recommend on our website, offer no guarantee of results.

                                                References:

https://blog.arpegediamonds.com/10-facts-about-black-diamonds

www.gia.edu

www.mystonemeaning.com/black-diamond

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Love and Light,

Constance Anderson

The Essence of a person, particularly a woman is the divine foundation of exactly who she is inwardly; a gift from God. The Essence of a Woman also reflects their heart, their soul and their spirit. Spiritual Essence involves the transformation of self or love of self, this is often discovered during or throughout a Spiritual Awakening or Journey. Some would describe the Essence as a person’s personality. The Essence of a woman is also known as her personal fragrance. The Essence will tell you a lot about a person and will also reveal the truth about them. Some woman hides behind a spiritual mask, hiding themselves because they are often ashamed of the person they actually are outwardly and in their own hearts. She will appear to be one woman when in actuality she is another full of demonic substance, this is often known as the Jezebel spirit or Queen Witch. Their Essence should reflect the Unconditional Love of a Woman, which is the Light of God. The Divine God made every Woman beautiful and looks at every Woman as beautiful.

Certain Situations, Environment, Unforgiveness, Traumas, Abandonment, Rape and not being in close union with God can disrupt the inner beauty that God has blessed each with. Often resulting in loss of essence which can age a Woman overnight.

Most start experience loss of their essence because they have made a conscious choice thru free will to destroy the life of others, performing demonic acts in the spirit, thru witchcraft or spell work.

These are the type of Women that use their beauty to get what they want, even though it is only temporarily. When someone has evil intention towards someone or another, their Essence will reflect just that, and their Mask comes off reflecting their dark side of who they actually are. This works both ways, the women that are not alluring outwardly will use their inner essence to get what they want in the spirit by pretending to be someone else or taking on the essences of another.   A very Beautiful Woman, will find it hard to get a date or remains single because there is no inner beauty, which will result in the fading of their beauty or essence over time, which will start to manifest outwardly. Spiritual Essence should reflect the Divine Connection with the Universal or the Divine God. The Essence of a Woman is emulated when she is young, however as she ages, her Essence will be reflected inwardly.

          There are a number of women that have aged or lost their outer beauty and no longer find themselves desirable nor do their counterparts because they were living thru their outward essence.

Inwardly, their spirit and souls reflect a vibrant, beautiful woman and by living thru a healed inner essence, these women are in direct connection with God, who will reveal to them exactly who they are; a divine beautiful woman.

It is very rare for a woman to be beautiful both inwardly and outwardly, no matter her age. This reminds me of the movie, Shallow Hal, where Hal, with the help of a guru is able to see the True Essence of Women. He initially focuses only on the embodiment of female perfection. He learned that the most beautiful women outwardly were often the ugliest or demonic and the not so attractive outwardly were the most beautiful. In reality, this occurs more often than you know, especially when men are so superficial. Therefore, he will attract only superficial women. However, these superficial acts can be misleading to a man when he is looking for a life partner or the woman of his dreams. Women are pros when it comes to using makeup, body shaper, wigs, other women’s essence, filters, etc. to make themselves more desirable. There is definitely nothing wrong with this concept as long as you are using these Essences for expressions of self-love or empowerment and not to trap a man.

With these masks on, men don’t realize or know exactly who he is actually dating, until the mask comes off and he discovers there is actually no outward or inward beauty, just an empty vessel; a superficial woman.  As discussed, a Woman’s essence can often be used as a weapon of entrapment for a Man.

Since Men are visional creatures by nature, it is very easy for them to fall victim to these women.

 These women will use their Essence to work their way into the lives of these men and even sometimes destroy everything in their path for money or fame. Marriages are destroyed as well as families, just by the lust of the eye. These men don’t realize that it was just an illusion, until it is too late. The true character of the Woman come shining thru when she starts to exhibit acts in the physical such as adultery, cheating with the targeted Man’s best friend, stealing from these men and bring and creating problems into their inner circle, which includes their wives, business associates, families, friends, etc. These Women only want their existence to be made known to everyone in his circle and uses lust to control these men and manipulate every area of his life.

The Essence of a Woman is perfect in the eyes of God, until we start to tamper with our Essence. Your Essence can be considered you higher self. The Essence of a Woman should only be used for good and should shine naturally not covered or camouflage. God designed a Woman to be beautiful and the Essence should reflect exactly that.

It’s her inner beauty in which God personally designed and should never be used for evil. She lives modestly and pure in the eyes of God.

 Men don’t necessarily want a woman that is pure in the eyes of God because they are not able to control or manipulate her, but there is no reason to control her because she will be the best counterpart for him because she will be willing to submit to her husband. These men are only looking for a good time without responsibility.

          Some of these Women have the Jezebel Spirit attached to them, especially when trying to manipulate and control men with their lustful ways. Her only desires to destroy men due to her own selfish insecurities. She is so resentful and covetous of anyone that threaten her, and she also has a false sense of entitlement and expect everyone of her demands to be met. Some of Women are so ugly inside and out, and it’s a shame because God made each of us beautiful.

Men should only look at the hearts of women and not their outward beauty. Outward beauty fades over time and by looking at the heart of a woman, you will discover the true essences of that Woman. The Spirit of Ruth is the perfect essence, each Men should look for in the Woman of their dreams. She is perfect in the eyes of God, Humble, True, Loyal, Female Companion, Friend and vision of Beauty. In other words, she is Pure Love.

                                                SCRIPTURES

 Proverbs 14:1 

The wisest of women builds her house, but folly with her own hands tears it down.

Proverbs 12:4 

An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, but she who brings shame is like rottenness in his bones.

1 Peter 3:3-5 

Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious. For this is how the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves, by submitting to their own husbands,

Ezekiel 28:17 

Your heart was proud because of your beauty; you corrupted your wisdom for the sake of your splendor. I cast you to the ground; I exposed you before kings, to feast their eyes on you.

Matthew 23:27 

“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you are like whitewashed tombs, which outwardly appear beautiful, but within are full of dead people’s bones and all uncleanness.

Proverbs 31:30 

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

1 Timothy 3:11 

Their wives likewise must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded, faithful in all things.

Proverbs 31:10 

An excellent wife who can find. She is far more precious than jewels.

Titus 2:3-5 

Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good, and so train the young women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be reviled.

Revelation 2:20 

But I have this against you, that you tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess and is teaching and seducing my servants to practice sexual immorality and to eat food sacrificed to idols.

                                                            Reference

https://www.openbible.info › topics › essence

Essence of Women, courtesy of:

https://www.tuttartpitturasculturapoesiamusica.com/2013/02/Henry-Asencio.html

Love and Light,

Constance Anderson, MBA

In 1967, the first Tanzanite was faceted and introduces to the world. The New York Jeweler, Tiffany and Company launched a public education program to make consumer aware of this amazing gemstone. Tiffany and Company provided the traded name for the gemstone; Tanzanite. The mineralogical name for Tanzanite is Blue Zoisite, which is derived from the mineral Calcium Aluminum Silicate.  Tiffany change the name to Tanzanite because they thought it would be easier to market to customers. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful stones to be discovered in the last 2000 years, per Tiffany and Company. The name also reflects the gem’s limited geographical origin which is found and mined at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro in the Manyara Region of North Tanzania. Tiffany has made a big impact on this gem. The popularity was cultivated by promotions put in place by Tiffany and Company as well as the beauty of this Blue Stone. The name Tanzanite is used for a color variety of Zoisite.

 Although naturally brown, this transparent Zoisite arrays from Blue Purple to Blush Violet with heat treatment. The Blue Color is caused by the small amounts of the mineral Vanadium, which in within the Zoisite mineral foundation. When heating this gemstone, the color Blue actually improves. Tanzanite is a Pleochroic Gem which also complicates the cutting process and is a physical property in which materials appeal to be different color when viewed from different color when viewed in crystallographic direction. Tanzanite is considered a trichroic material and it takes skill to cut tanzanite and requires experience in skill, knowledge and price estimate. The stone is cut into a preliminary shape as known as a preform. The durability of Tanzanite requires special care. It has a Mohs hardness scale of 6.5. This gem is not suitable for everyday wearing. Hardness is the resistance of a gem being scratched and toughness is the resistance of a gem breakage.

                                                Benefits of the gemstone:

Tanzanite is a stone of transmutation and is one of the most valuable of all metaphysical crystal for spiritual exploration and bring together all aspects of communication and psychic power. Tanzanite is a highly vibrational energy stone and invites protection and safety in linking with the higher realms as well as allowing for deep meditation. The stone also provides unity between the mind and heart. It is also protecting and allows the clairvoyant Brow Chakra to open gradually as well as stimulates the Throat, Third Eye and Crown Chakras. Tanzanite is used to strengthen the immune system, detoxify the blood and improves vitality, as well promotes the regeneration of cells, skin and hair. Tanzanite also is used to treat psychological disorders, stress and nervous system and is excellent for the problem of excessive sweating.

 A feeling of happiness and relief from worries will be experiences with this stone, also this gem will allow insight into emotional issues. It also helps to overcome experience of fear and crises in rebuilding trust and helps to solve questions relating to the meaning of life and coming to terms with oneself.

References:

http://www.crystalvaults.com

http://www.geology.com/gemstones/tanzanite

The Alexandrite Gem

The Alexandrite stone is referred by Gem Connoisseur as “Emerald by Day, Ruby by Night.” The Alexandrite Gem is the very rare color-change variety of the mineral Chrysoberyl and changes colors in different light.  This stone is exceptionally rare and valuable and has chameleon-like qualities due to the complex way this mineral absorbs light. Alexandrite breathtaking color change is so striking that the phenomenon itself is often called the “Alexandrite Effect”. Typically, its’ three pleochroic colors are green, orange and purple red. Alexandrite is a relatively expensive member of the Chrysoberyl Family. Alexandrite originated on Russia’s Ural Mountain in the 1830s. Alexandrite gems are founded in Sri Lanka, East Africa and Brazil. It was named after the young Alexander II (1818-1881).

The Alexandrite Stone help individuals maintain a proper balance in life, health and prosperity. Fame is believed to be bestowed on the wearer of this rare gemstone. Wearing of this amazing stone helps to prevent the occurrence of disease of the Pancreas and Spleen.

The Alexandrite Stone shares its status as a June Birthstone with its counterparts Pearls and Moonstone. It is also the birth stone for the 55^th wedding anniversary.

The absorption band of 580NM allows Alexandrite to shift from red to green when viewed under different light sources and Moh’s Hardness of 8.5. When grading an Alexandrite’s color change, gemologists consider the stone’s color in natural sunlight as the baseline.

Reference: www.gia.edu/alexandrite

Sacred Journey

By

Constance Anderson

I have been consciously aware of my Twin Flame Journey for the last 4 years and I am still on my own separate path. He is also on his own separate path until we both decide to come into union and decide to choose the same path or direction in life. However, it is not uncommon for Twin Flames to not come into Union in the physical and still remain in the Spirit as Divine Counterparts. The Twin Flame Union is a sacred relationship between the Divine Feminine and the Divine Masculine as well as the Divine God. Upon incarnation to this Planet, God took a Divine Soul and placed the same Soul into both the Divine Feminine and the Divine Masculine. No one comes to this planet alone, in each of our hearts is our sacred counterpart.

Your Twin Flame is a person you may have known from your childhood or from many prior lifetimes. The soul connection is very powerful however, neither may be aware of this connection. Once an individual or one of the Twin Flames start to awaken, things starts to go in the direction God intended for this sacred union. Both are on two totally separate paths initially and often married Soul Mates or are in other karmic relationships.  The Love of a Twin Flame must be kept under control, especially in the physical sense since this is a spiritual union, because it is an unconditional Love that may not be understood by the parties in questions and could create unfavorable situations in the physical.

Unconditional Love is the theme of the Twin Flame Unions. Unconditional Love for yourself as well as your sacred partner is the goal for each Union. Unconditional Love on the spiritual realms is essential when dealing with the Divine Masculine and the Divine Feminine. Unconditional Love doesn’t work well in the physical realms because some of the actions on the Divine Masculine’s part are unforgiving. At the spiritual Level, forgiveness is offered and accepted. It is unfortunately when forgiven is not accepted because from that point there is the possibility that those unforgivable action may come into play into the physical. It is best to practice unconditional love for yourself in the physical realm as well as the spiritual realm, which means not allowing another to disrespect you with their actions in both cases. If forgiveness is accepted, on the spiritual realm, this may filter over into the physical realm, where things may start anew on a different levels or different paths, if this is possible. Unconditional Love is a gift and often time is taken for granted by both partners. Unconditional Love does not mean you are able to treat your partner with deceptions, disrespect, or malice, it actually means you Love that person no matter what their behavior or what they may look like. Unconditional Love doesn’t mean that you have to make that person your life partner, you simply should have love for them in your heart, no matter what. Unfortunately, their undesirable behavior may be directed towards their divine partner at no fault of their own. It may be a call for one of the partners to regain their independence or perhaps a call for love of self.  The Twin Flame Union is the most misunderstood partnership due to lack of information out there for one to research. Basically, most information out there is from a personal perspective and each person’s experience may be totally different.  Each person giving their own account of what has happen during their spiritual awakening; The Twin Flame journey in itself is a Spiritual Awakening.

The Twin Flame Union is the new template for relationships, however on the spiritual realm; this may not reflect in the physical. On the spiritual realm you will discover exactly who people are in the spirit and what exactly is their Spiritual Hierarchy.

 In the spirit you will discover exactly what people are truly like, who they truly are, how they trust, how they treat others and how they treat themselves. As well as certain characteristic concerning your body, mind and soul. You will find unhealed generation and ancestors, unhealed issues that both the Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine need to resolve but often has been placed on the back burner since childhood. In other words, inner child issues that need to be brought to the forefront, for healing. There is no one that understand this more than me.

Karmic relationships are a part of the Twin Flame Journey and often could cause confusion between the Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine. Karmic are there to teach the Divine Feminine and/or The Divine Masculine Lessons. Once those lessons have been learned, the Karmic are no longer a part of the of Union. Karmic, I believe basically deliver Karma. The Divine Masculine often has the wrong perception of the Divine Feminine while involved in a Karmic relationship because there is often deception on the part of Karmic. Most karmic relationships occur in the physical realm, in addition, there are many Karmic Relationships that start in the physical but filters into the spiritual.

The things that occur in the spiritual realm are very real, whether you realize it or no, I am speaking from experience while not fully disclosing what has occurred to me for my own protection. I am now living in the physical, connecting to Mother Earth through deep meditation, breathing and being in nature. By connecting to the Mind or always being in your head, you miss out on the beauty of those around you as well as possible loving relationships. The Union of the Twin Flame is that of the Heart, an alliance that the Mind can never enter or mirror. This journey is not for the faint of hearts. It is a real experience which includes the Spirit, Body and Soul. I am not suggesting that you don’t go forward with your Twin Flame Union, some people are actually married to their own Twins and don’t even realize it. I’m only providing information to Twin Flames concerning a journey that is not about a romantic union but about a union of self, a union of oneness, a union of unconditional love of self.  

Love and Light,

Constance Anderson

Image by: http://cynthiarevesz.com/the-sacred-journey-of-self-discovery/

                                                                                                iamemerald1

                     The Power of Gemstones

                                                            by Constance Anderson, MBA

Garnet is the birthstone for the month of January. The powers associated with this Gemstones are light heart, loyalty, enduring attention, friendship, as well as trust. Garnet is believed to detoxify and purify as well as increase the metabolism and libido. Garnet also detoxes the blood as well as the heart and lungs. It is an energizer stone and contributes to passion, energy and health. Garnet works to balance the Mind and Emotions by helping the Individual discard outdated ways of thinking and gives ways to a new abundance and vitality. On the MOHS scale, Garnet has a hardness and toughness of 6.5 to 7.5.   Garnet Gemstones can be cleaned in warm soapy water.

Amethyst is the birthstone for the month of February and is a purple, violet or red quartz. On the MOHS scale, this birthstone has a hardness and toughness of 7.0. This gemstone protects the wearer from drunkenness and is a gemstone of royalty and power. The Intuitive Eye; The Gemstone of Trust, Intuition and Spirituality. The name Amethyst translates to “not drunken”. Amethyst properties are not of sobriety but to wealth. Linked to the Crown Chakra, it is helpful in purifying the Mind and Cleaning the Mind of negative thoughts. Amethyst’s ability to expand the higher mind also enhances one’s creativity and passion. It strengthens the imagination and intuition and refines the thinking processes. It helps in the assimilation of new ideas, putting thought into action, and brings projects to fruition. It is a talisman of focus and success. [Megemont, 25].  Amethyst Gemstones can be cleaned with warm, soapy water; Steam cleaning is not recommended, and this gem should not to subjected to heat.

Aquamarine is the birthstone for the month of March. This gemstone represents unity, faithfulness, courage, purity and creates water of the sea. Referred to as the tranquilizer, fluidity, soothing, go with the flow gemstone. Aqua=Water and Marine=Sea. Linked to ancient water kingdoms and known for its anti-aging effects. Aquamarine is also known for enhancing feelings of peacefulness by encouraging inner strengthen and bravery is whatever the situation. On the MOHS scale, Aquamarine has a hardness of 7.5 to 8.0. Warm soapy water is recommended for cleaning of Aquamarine.

Diamond is the birthstone for the month of April. This gemstone represents enduring love, spirituality, protection, courage, peace, reconciliation, healing, strength, gives power and has the highest Mors’ Hardness of 10. The Diamond is considered a crystal of Light or The Stone of Light. A spiritual stone, a symbol of perfection and illumination, which activates the Crown and Etheric Chakras. (1) . Diamonds are known as the immortal part of the self-personnel identification with the infinite and oneness with God, Peace and Wisdom. The Diamond is a stone of Light; an idea prism. Diffusing all the colors of the spectrum and are perfect transducer and heightens one’s psychic powers. They are also great conductors and amplifiers of energy, absorbing thoughts and feelings, then radiating them outward. Diamonds carries a high frequency energy that stimulates and opens all the Chakras. It is a stone of fidelity and embodies strength, character, ethics and faithfulness to oneself and others. The Diamond is also a stone of invincibility, bring victory, superior strength, fortitude and courage. In its rarity and beauty, it is a symbol of purity and innocence of Love.

                                                                The Power of Gemstones

 The Diamond is considered a Master Healer for its ability to unify the mind and body, beneficial in purifying and strengthen brain function, nerves and sensory organs. The Diamond is the King of Gems. Diamonds can be cleaned safety with a lint-free cloths and gentle commercial jewelry cleaning solutions.

Emerald is the birthstone for the month of May and is known for emotional and mental powers and represents loyalty, friendship, faithfulness, rebirth, Love, and rarest. The Emerald is a seeker of Love and revealer of truth. Referred to as the Stone of Successful Love; it open and nurtures the Heart and Heart Chakra. This stone embodies unity, compassion and unconditional love. A stone associated with the eyes and sight, as well as wisdom, enhancing memory and increasing mental clarity.

The Emerald is a strong healer of the physical heart and offers emotional support and is a crystal which clears and strengthen one’s condition to Divine Love and sustaining one on their spiritual journey. The Emerald is considered a growth crystal. On the MOHS scale it has a hardness and toughness of 7.5 to 8.0. It is estimated that over 90% of Emeralds are fracture-filled, therefore it is not risky to clean them ultrasonically or with steam. Using warm, soapy water is the best cleaning method for Emeralds.

Pearls and Alexandrite is the birthstone for the month of June. These gemstones represent purity, harmony, humanity, love and sensuality. The gemstone Alexandrite will strengthen your intuition, boost your creativity, confidence and unleash your imagination. A good stone for those that have no self-discipline; It offers hope and encouragement. It is a stone of prosperity; luck and longevity and strengthens your willpower and dreams. It encourages love and romance. Alexandrite can improve blood circulation by purifying the blood and strengthening the blood vessels. It is also a detoxing stone and assist with ridding the body of toxins and impurities. Alexandrite is considered an 8.5 on the MOHS scale. (2) The best cleaning method for Alexandrite is with warm, soapy water,

Pearls are the only gemstone in the world created by a living organism. Pearls are a symbol of innocence and purity in addition, it is a gemstone of the goddess. Allowing you to connect with your inner goddess and obtain ultimate feminine energy. Pearls can be identified as color modification, filing or coating and natural, cultured imitation or assembled. Due to their delicate nature, Pearls are only 2.5 on the MOHS scale. Pearls should never be cleaned in an ultrasonic or steam cleaner. It is safe to use warm, soapy water for occasional cleaning, if the Pearls are strung, make sure the string in dry before wearing. After wearing Pearls, it is best to wipe with a clean, soft cloth before storing away.

Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July and considered the King of gems, love, health and wisdom. It is the most valuable gemstone. Sapphires is in the Ruby Family. The Orient, described The Ruby as “A Drop of Heart’s Blood of Mother’s Earth.” It is referred to as the leader of gems, considered the stone of love, energy, passion, power and a zest for life. It is also known as the stone of courage. An individual possessing a Ruby can walk through life without fear of evil or misfortune. Rubies can detox the body and blood and treat fevers, diseases and restricted blood flow. On the MOHS SCALE, Rubies have a hardness of 9.0. Clean Rubies with warm soapy water. Ultrasonic and steam cleaning are usually safe for untreated, heat-treated and lattice diffusion treated stones. Rubies which are fracture-filled, cavity-filled or dyed material should only be cleaned with a damp cloth.

                                                                The Power of Gemstones

Peridot is the birthstone for the month of August. This gemstone represents strength and the promises of new growth, brings power, magical powers, protects against nightmares. Peridot is the natural gem of Egypt and considered the gem of the Sun and referred to as an Evening Emerald. Peridot has been considered to be an aid in friendship and supposedly frees the mind of envious thoughts. Peridot protects the wearer from the evil eye and is credited for bring happiness and good cheer, attracting lovers and strengthening the eyes as well as treating psychological effects. It is a stone of lightness that counters the effects of negative emotions. Peridot is a stone that supports emotional balance, security and inner peace. It also helps to relieve depression and used in promoting sleep. It also cleanses and activates the heart and creates a feeling of well-being; dissolves emotional tensions and brings balance to the system. On the MOHS scale of hardness, Peridot is a 7.0. Warm, soapy water is the best method for cleaning Peridot. Ultrasonic and steam cleaners are not recommended.

Sapphire is the birth stone for the month of September. This gemstone represents loyalty and trust. It also represents purity of the stone and protect those around you. A highly protective gemstone, which helps protects against enemies, evil eye and jealousy. Sapphire comes in a variety of colors, such as Black, Green, Orange, Pink, Violet, White and Yellow. Sapphire is extraordinary for calming and focusing the mind, allowing the release of mental tension and unwanted thoughts.  Sapphire will assist you with on staying on your spiritual path. Blue Sapphire is popular with Reiki Healers and is a stone of Love, Commitment and Fidelity. It simulates the Throat Chakra; the voice of the body. Blue Sapphire activates the unconscious level of the mind. On the MOHS scale, Sapphires have a hardness of 9.0. Warm, soapy water is always safe. Ultrasonic and steam cleaners are usually safe for untreated, heat-treated, and lattice diffusion treated stones. Sapphires which are fracture-filed, cavity-filled, or dyed material should only be cleaned with a damp cloth.

Tourmaline and Opal are the birthstones for the month of October. Tourmaline represents emotional expression, warmth passion and fosters love. Bring positive attributes to the spiritual realm and referred to as a receptive stone which means soothing, calming, inward and magnetic, promoting meditation, spirituality, wisdom, mystical and offers strong calming effects that will offer release from stress. Tourmaline promotes kindness, and tolerance and assist you with achieving balance. It is a stone that strengthens your spirit, conquers your fears and helps you to face them. The healing powers of Tourmaline are well documented, and this crystal is regenerative and nurturing. The MOHS scale for Tourmaline is 7.0 for hardness. Warm, soapy water is best method for cleaning Tourmaline. The use of ultrasonic and steam cleaners is not recommended.

Opal represents emotional balance and spiritual growth. It is associated with Love and passion and considered a seductive stone. Opal is a delicate and soft stone, rating a 5.5 to 6.5 on the hardness scale. It is usually milky and translucent. Opal is a hardened silica gel containing 5-20% water; Some opals may crack if allowed to dry out. Among the ancients, opal was a symbol of fidelity and assurance, and in later history it became associated with religious emotional prayer. It was believed to have a strong therapeutic value for diseases of the eye, and when worn as an amulet, it would make the wearer immune from disease as well as increase the powers of the eyes and the mind. (3) Furthermore, many believed that to the extent the colors of red and green were seen, the wearer would also enjoy the therapeutic powers of those stones. The only safe way to clean Opal is with warm, soapy water.

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Topaz or Citrine are the birthstone for the month of November. This gemstone represents strengths and intelligent, constancy, loyalty, friendship, promises of love and fidelity.

Topaz and Citrine are known for their calming energies and comes in a rainbow of colors. Citrine is awarded for its beautiful yellow and orange gradation of colors. Through the process of irradiation and heating Topaz comes in a variety of colors especially the vast majority of Blue Topaz. Topaz comes from the Sanskrit Word which means “Fire”. The ancient Greeks believe that Topaz gave them strength. The people of India believed that Topaz if worn above the heart encourages long life and intelligence. Citrine has often been confused with the Gemstone Topaz and as a result Citrine people though it has the same powers as Topaz. Citrine derives from the French word “Lemon” and today most of the Citrine in the marketplace results from the heat treatment of Amethyst. On the Mohs scale, Citrine is a 7 for hardness and toughness. It’s important to avoid steam or ultrasound for cleaning Topaz. Warm, soapy water works best.

Turquoise, Black Onyx, and Zircon are the birthstone for the month of December. Turquoise opens communication and clarity of thoughts. Turquoise is a semi-translucent to opaque gem and is though to possess many beneficial powers such as guaranteeing health and good fortune.

This gem is also believed to protect the wearer from falling (especially off horses) and it is also known for breaking into several pieces at the onset of a disaster. Hindu mystics retain that seeing a Turquoise after belonging the New Moon ensured fantastic wealth. Turquoise should never be cleaned with steam or ultrasonic cleaners and should be cleaned with warm, soapy water. Heat or solvents will damage or destroy the surface of Turquoise.

Some scholars believe that Zircon comes from the Arabic word, Zarkun which means “Cinnabar” or “Vermilion.” Other scholars believe Zircon is from the Persian word Zargun or “Gold Colors.” During the middle ages, this December birthstone was thought to respite one into a deep sleep and scare off evil spirits. Zircon represents prosperity, honor, respect and wisdom.  Zircon is often located near Sapphire sources. Zircon ranges from 6 to 7.5 on the Mons Scale of hardness. It is heat treated to produce shades of Blue and colorless varieties as well as orange, yellow and red. Zircon should be clean in warm, soapy water and ultrasonic and steam cleaners are not recommended.

Black Onyx presents personal magnetism, considered a stone of inner strength, grounding mediation stone, protection against enemies, balances emotions, assist with establishing new habits and getting rid of old habits and blocks negative influences and offers protection. Onyx is a protective stone when facing adversaries in battles of conflicts of all kinds, or while hurrying down a dark street late at night. Black Onyx also defense against negativity consciously directed towards you; it offers the gift of wise decisions. The best method for cleaning Black Onyx is in warm soapy water. (4)

             References:

• Etheric Chakras are considered to be above the head and are attuned to higher more spiritually enlightened things

•  The MOHS Hardness Scale stats with talc at 1 being the softest mineral and ending with Diamond at 10 being the hardest mineral. It is universally used around the world as a way of distinguishing minerals. Simply put higher the number, the harder the mineral

•  am·u·let, (ăm′yə-lĭt), n.  An object worn, especially around the neck, as a charm against evil or injury.

• It is also recommended to clean gemstones and crystal in the Full Moon Light or direct Sunlight. Many People believe that the Full Moon can clear the energy of gems or crystal and regenerate the positive energy that gems and crystal hold.

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Disclaimer:  I am not endorsing the use of gemstone for any medical condition. The Power of crystals and gemstones are well documented and have been proven to help bring positivity into people’s lives. Gemstones or Crystals are never a substitute for medical treatment or advice. If you have concerns about your physical or mental health, you should immediately contact or consult a qualified medical professional.

Constance Anderson, MBA

10/19