Learn About Gemstones

Gemstones

Energy Muse Jewelry is intended to balance the body through the healing properties of gemstones and crystals. For thousands of years, ancient civilizations have utilized their power to release mental, physical and spiritual blockages thus facilitating the free flow of energy throughout the body. At a cellular level the human body and quartz crystal are both made up of the mineral silicon dioxide. This is why we are naturally receptive to the vibrations of crystals as they transmit, reflect, store light and receive energy. When gemstones are placed on the body, they have a powerful vibratory effect that surges from the stone to the individual who embraces its energy. According to the law of physics, thought directs energy and energy follows thought. Each energy piece is a vehicle to help the thoughts of our consciousness connect with our body.

Hematine is an iron-magnetic iron oxide, which is one of the most important iron ores. It is very grounding for the body. When Hematine is worn, it helps the wearer feel balanced, calm and centered, It is often used to help cleanse other crystals. It absorbs negativity from the body.

Jade is considered a powerful lucky charm. Jade is believed to improve vitality and is associated with wisdom, peace and harmony.

Jasper is a member of the Quartz family, with a hardness of 7. Found in India and Mexico, Jasper is highly valued as a healing stone. It helps us to be less judgmental and know on a soul level that we are all connected. It is said to increase fertility and creativity. Wear jasper to reduce stress and to feel more calm and grounded.

Jet is a type of wood that has become fossilized over millions of years. Found in the United States, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic, it is considered one of the most protective stones; it is extremely healing and magical. Jet assists in taking on a new venture; a new beginning. It also is known to help with the grieving process by absorbing the pain and sadness that is held in the body, helping to take away depression. Cleanse this stone often, under lukewarm spring water.

Labradorite clears and opens the crown chakra by stimulating the wearer's intuition. It is a power stone, allowing you to see through illusions and determine the actual form of your dreams and goals. It is excellent for strengthening intuitions. Use labradorite to stimulate imagination, develop enthusiasm and thus, new ideas, and to see more clearly in meditation.

Lapis Lazuli is a stone that has existed since the beginning of time. A gemstone of total awareness, connecting the wearer to a higher truth. Lapis Lazuli has been added to encourage total awareness and support a state of attentive serenity.

Malachite is a stone of transformation. Malachite assists in clearing and cleansing all chakras. It is an overall healing stone that stimulates and balances the heart and throat chakras. It facilitates the release of negative experiences so one can heal and regain hope. It is very inspiring, purifying and compassionate and attracts love by opening the heart.

Moonstone is a potassium-aluminum silicate that is a member of the feldspar group. Found in Brazil, Madagascar, Sri Lanka and India, Moonstone is believed to be a stone of destiny. It is strongly connected to the moon and the divine feminine. It is worn to increase fertility and harmonize the mind and provide health and protection. It helps to align the hormone production, metabolism, and reproduction. Moonstone allows deep rooted feelings to energize and come to the forefront. It is a very feminine stone.

Mother of Pearl is a shell obtained from white sea mussels with a hardness of 3 to 4. Found off the coast of New Zealand, Australia and California, it is valued for its healing properties. Mother of Pearl is considered to hold the energy of purity. Due to the multidimensional colors of the shell, it is believed to help keep evil away.

Obsidian is the stone of sensuality. It is worn to enhance sexual attraction and remove creative blocks in the body.

Onyx is a black agate which belongs to the quartz group. Found in Brazil, India, Mexico and Madagascar, it is believed to be the most important semi-precious healing stone of antiquity. It is a highly protective stone that can shield the mind and body from electromagnetic energy. It assists with melancholy, the release of negativity and depression. It helps to calm one's fears, leaving them feeling stable and secure.

Peridot is a magnesium iron silicate. Found in almost all volcanic areas of the Earth, Peridot is also referred to as Olivine and has been valued for thousands of years as a semi-precious healing stone. It is the stone for Archangel Raphael and rules the realm of Angelic Virtues. It is believed to drive away fear and is often called the stone of "positive vibes." Peridot is a crystal of forgiveness and insight.

Pyrite is known to remedy financial hardship and to attract abundance. The resemblance of pyrite to gold has made it a traditional symbol for money and good luck. It's sunny golden color associates it with the sun, and with fortification and strengthening of the mind. Pyrite makes a wonderful energy shield, blocking out negativity from various sources.

Rhodonite supports emotional healing, forgiveness, and grace.

Rose Quartz is a stone of love that helps to open the heart and connect to the energy of love. It is rejuvenating to both the physical and emotional body and assists the wearer to remain present, calm and peaceful.

Rudraksha Seed is a Miracle Bead and a natural seed that emits positive vibrations.

Rutilated Quartz is an energy enhancer because it enhances the energy of other stones that it is with. It stimulates movement while aligning mind and body. The Egyptians believed that it helps to fend off the effects of aging. Rutilated quartz contains thin threads of minerals that are referred to as "angel threads." Because it contains angel threads, it is believed to attract angels to the wearer.

Serpentine is a magnesium silicate with a hardness of 3 to 4. Found in India, China, Italy, and South Africa, this stone helps to bring hormones back into balance. It helps you to take responsibility for your life and know your life is what you create it to be. Serpentine serves as a gentle reminder that you can always reach for the stars and obtain your goals. It builds an energetic and protective shield around your body.

Smoky Quartz is a stone that helps to ground and connect the wearer to the earth, allowing them to keep their feet on the ground and remain balanced. It assists in removing mental and emotional blockages, relieving pain and dispersing negativity from the body. It is worn for emotional support and helps to dissolve anger and resentment

Sodalite is a quartz sodium-aluminum compound and found in Brazil, China and South-West Africa. The light patches of Sodalite consist of calcium. The Greeks valued this stone a highly artistic stone, therefore sculptors, painters, signers and artist often carried it with them. It is believed to have a harmonizing effect on the glands due to its high salt, zinc, manganese and calcium content. It helps to open up the throat chakra and vibrates to the blue ray.

Sunstone promotes a sunny and positive attitude, encourages self-worth and self-esteem. It also enhances motivation and drive by adding extra energy to the physical body.

Tiger's Eye (Red & Brown) belongs to the quartz group and has a hardness of 7. Found in South Africa, Australia and the USA, this multidimensional stone helps us realize that it is okay to be good at several things; not just one. It is believed to bestow wealth, fortune and success. Tiger's Eye helps to rebalance the body on all levels. It encourages optimism and trust in the future.

Turquoise is a master healing stone that helps to strengthen the entire body. It is often called the "stone of health." Turquoise helps to sooth the throat and nervous system. It promotes health, peace and inner calm and is worn for communication, luck and love.