Spinel is a favorite with gem dealers and collectors because of its hardness, brilliance and wide range of colors ranging from red, pink, violet, purple, green, yellow, orange, brown and blue. For centuries red spinal was mistaken as Ruby Gemstone and gained a lot of undeserved fame.Read more on Spinel Gemstones...
Rutilated Quartz is a transparent gemstone belonging to the Quartz family which has needle like mineral inclusions known as rutiles in red, yellow, silvery, green or black in color. This stone is also known as Venus hair Stone, Fleches d’amour and Cupid’s darts.Rutilated Quartz is a healing stone and effective on all chakras.Read...
Chrysoprace Gemstone is an opalescent apple green colored variety of Chalcedony gemstone with a hardness rating of 7. It is also a balancing stone representing money and prosperity and derives its color from the nickel content. The word Chrysoprase comes from the Greek word ‘chrysos prason’ which means ‘golden leek’. Chrysoprase...
Chrysanthemum Gemstone, also referred to as ‘Flower Stone’, seems to have derived its name for its unique patterns embedded in the stone which resembles that of the flowering chrysanthemums. This stone is normally found in red to brown and black and white.Read more on Chrysanthemum Gemstones...
The Rhodonite gemstone is a stone of grace and elegance. The word rhodonite is derived from the Greek word ‘rhodon’ which means rosy. It is a strong feminine stone normally seen in deep pink to mauve color with inclusions of black. However, the stone can also be red, orange, or completely black. The color of this stone is...
Cinnabar is a lovely deep Red stone with a sub metallic luster. Cinnabar is the red sulphide of mercury that occurs in brilliant red crystals and in red or brown amorphous masses. Since it is mercury based, caution should be used in the handling of it. It is normally seen in bright red, purplish red to brownish red colors....
Alexandrite is the color changing gemstone belonging to the Chrysoberyl family. It is a rare and beautiful gemstone which has the unique characteristic of appearing green in the daylight and glowing red in artificial light. It is the gemstone is the Birthstone for those born in the month of June and under the Zodiac Sign...
Bixbite is a variety of Beryl. It is also known by names Red beryl, Red Emerald and Scarlet Emerald. The other famous gemstones in the Beryl family are Emerald, Aquamarine, Morganite, Heliodor and Goshenite. The red color of this stone is thought to be from the manganese content. The astrological signs associated with bixbite...
Heliodor is a stone belonging to the Beryl Gemstones family. It is also referred to as Golden Beryl. The other members of the Beryl family include Emerald, Aquamarine, Goshenite, Morganite and Red Beryl. This stone is associated with the Zodiac Signs of Gemini and Scorpio and is the birthstone representing the month of November.Read...
Goshenite is a member of the Beryl family. Other gemstones of the Beryl family include Emerald, Heliodor, red beryl and Aquamarine. It is a clear and colorless stone.Goshenite is associated with the Moon and is also known as 'White Beryl’ or ‘Lucid Beryl’.Read more on Goshenite Gemstones...
Tanzanite is a bluish purple colored gemstone belonging to the semiprecious stone category. This gemstone is the wedding Anniversary gemstone associated with the 24th year of marriage. This gem is also the birthstone for those born in the month of December.Read more on Tanzanite Gemstones...
Moss agate is one of the most powerful stones belonging to the Agate family. This stone is said to be the stone of new beginnings and seems to have got its name from the green patches of color which resemble moss growing on a rock. It is the wedding anniversary gemstone associated with the 14th year of Marriage.Read more...
Malachite is an opaque and banded green colored gem. It is a carbonate mineral normally known as copper carbonate. It is often resulted from weathering of Copper Ores and is normally found together with azurite, goethite and calcite. This gem stone is associated with the 13th Wedding Anniversary. It is also the Birthstone...
The color of turquoise gemstone ranges from sky blue through various shades of green to greenish and yellowish gray. The blue of this stone comes from copper, the green from iron. Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is also the Wedding Anniversary Gemstone associated with the 5th year of marriage. Read more...
The seven colors in the spectrum relate to the 7 major Chakras in the human body. A proper functioning of the Chakras can help a person to be healthy always. But this does not happen always as disharmonies and blockages cause damage and illness in the human body. Color or Chroma therapy is the practice of treating the bodily...
Diamond Engagement and Wedding Rings
Haven't
we heard the statements ‘Diamonds are forever’ and 'Diamonds are a
girl’s best friend’ a million times? From times immemorial Diamond
Jewelry has been used as an expression of beauty, love and wealth. It is
the favorite gemstone which adorns the engagement rings and wedding...
Moonstone is representation of the Moon and normally found as a translucent creamy white stone with a glow like that of the Moon. This stone is the astrological substitute of Pearl and an excellent stone for ladies. This gemstones in fact comes in a variety of colors, with Clarity ranging from transparent to translucent. It...
Zircon is the substitute stone of diamond and comes in several colors and shades. Depending on the impurities found in the stone it is also found in a variety of colors like the blue, green, red, yellow, brown, violet, aquamarine, orange or colorless. Zircon is associated with the Zodiac signs of Aries, Capricorn and Sagittarius....
Garnet is the birthstone for those born in the month of January and wedding anniversary gemstone associated with the 2nd and 6th year of marriage. Garnets work well for those born under the sun signs of Aries, Leo, Virgo, Capricorn and Aquarius. Although Garnet is normally seen in the color of pomegranate seeds, it is also...
Fluorite gemstone comes in a wide range of colors including yellow, white, blue, green, pink, black, brown, orange purple or colorless. This stone is also referred to as Fluorspar or Genius Stone. Fluorite is used as a source of fluorine for hydrofluoric acid and fluorinated water. It is also used as a gemstone and...
Rock Crystal is the cold, transparent and colourless variety of quartz stone. This stone is representation of purity,peace, knowledge and beauty. It is widely used for making beautiful jewellery, idols and for healing purposes. Rock Crystal, also known as Spatik Mani, is the substitute of Diamond and representation of the...
Diamond is the representation of Planet Venus. It is also the gemstone of Taurus and Libra. The substones of Diamond are Opal and Crystal. This stone is obtained from Coal mines and referred to as the "king of gems" . This gemstone is the most beautiful among gems. Scientifically, Diamond is a form of Carbon. This is a very...
Cat's Eye is the gemstone representing Ketu as per Indian astrology. It is also known by names like Lehsunia, Vaiduria, Cymophane or Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye. This gemstones comes in a variety of shades. Wearing this gemstone jewelry removes accidents, unknown enemies, mental imbalances, weakness, evil spirits, poverty etc and...
Coral is obtained from the Sea and comes in many colors like red, scarlet, saffron, pink to vermilion red, black and white. The Indian name of Coral is ‘Moonga'. Coral is the gemstone of Aries and Scorpio. This Stone is representation of the hot Planet Mars. The sub stones of this gemstone are red Agate and Red Onex. It is...
Chrysocolla is a green-blue color gemstone resembling Turquoise belonging to the Quartz family. This stone is suitable for those born under the Zodiac signs of Taurus, Virgo, Leo and Gemini. Chrysocolla is a stone of peace and tranquility. Some people even call this gem "Peace Crystal" because of its calming and soothing powers....
Carnelian is a semiprecious gemstone from the Quartz family. This stone increases confidence and brings balance and harmony to life. It is also said to enhance passion and desire. This gem stone is available in colors ranging from orange to reddish brown. Carnelian gemstone has the reputation of being a healing stone. The...
Citrine is a semiprecious stone which is the substitute stone for Yellow Sapphire. This gem stone bears a close resemblance with yellow topaz which is a rare stone. Citrine is the wedding anniversary gem associated with the 17th year of marriage and the birthstone of those born in the month of November. It is also suitable...
Blue Sapphire also known as Neelam is the gemstone representing Planet Saturn. This is a Precious stone. It is the gemstone of the Zodiacs Capricorn and Aquarius. The substones of this stone are Amethist, Black Star,Lapis and Black Agate. The beautiful 'Blue Sapphire', is regarded as the 'Stone of the Stones' and is considered...
Bloodstone is a gemstone belonging to the Quartz family. This stone is also referred to as Heliotrope. Bloodstone is green colored gem with distinctive red spots resembling that of blood spots, giving this stone its name. This stone is considered to be the symbol of justice. This stone protects its wearer from deception and...
Aventurine belongs to the Quartz family and has the reputation as the gemstone of luck and a calming stone. This stone is considered lucky while gambling and purchasing lotteries. This stone is also known as sunstone. This stone is found in shades of blue, red and green. .Aventurine is the birthstone of February and the Wedding...
Amber is reputed as a good luck stone. Though Amber is considered a gemstone it is technically not a Gemstone or mineral.It is a naturally occurring hard and translucent fossilized resin found in some ancient trees which are several million years old. Amber is found in a variety of colors and hues including the black, golden...
Ametrine is a breathtakingly beautiful purple and yellow Quartz stone which is a combination of amethyst and Citrine gemstones. This stone is also is referred as ‘trystine’.This stone has the properties of both Amethyst and Citrine combined as well as its own unique properties. So Ametrine can be the birthstone for those who...
Aquamarine is a Gemstone belonging to the Beryl family and found in a range of blue shades, from the palest pastel to greenish-blue to a deep blue. Aquamarine is the wedding anniversary stone associated with the 16th and 19th year of marriage and birthstone for those born in the month of March. This stone is also suited for...
Amazonite is a semi-opaque beautiful deep blue-green stone, often with white streaks, belonging to the feldspar family. Amazonite is a courage giving stone which helps to balance emotions. Wearing this gem helps to release anxiety, sadness and fear. Amazonite is the planetary stone representing Uranus and astrological gemstone...
Gemstones are found in all sorts of colors and combination. However the important ones are listed below.
Red colored Stones
Ruby, Garnet, Coral, Red Jasper, Bloodstone
Orange colored Stones
Carnelian, Fire Opal
Yellow and Gold Colored Stones
Topaz, Amber, Citrine
Pink Colored Stones
Pink Tourmaline (Rubellite), Kunzite, Rhodochrosite, Rhodonite, Rose quartz
Green...
Amethyst Gemstone is a stunningly beautiful purple to bluish violet stone belonging to the Quartz Family. This gemstone is considered as a symbol of nobility, sincerity, security and peace of mind. Amethyst is the birthstone of February and also a substitute for blue sapphire, the gemstone of Saturn. Amethyst is also the wedding...
There are 9 Precious gemstones representing the nine Planets. They are also referred as ‘navaratna’ which is a Sanskrit term which means ‘nine gems’ or ‘a jewelry set with nine gems’. These stones are popular and well known. The navaratna or nine gemstones representing the navagrahas or nine planets are Ruby, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Red Coral, Blue Sapphire, Gomedh and Cats Eye....
In a normal case menstruation happens every 28 days counting from the first day of the flow. A missed period normally is an indication of pregnancy, it is not always so. According to Astrology, these disorders have a lot to do with the positioning of the Moon and Mars. Moon plays a very significant role in the life of a female...
