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Gemstones Information Facts Lore History Myths and ~ Gemstones are so fascinating Their colors properties myths and legends are diverse and fascinating Folklore about stones has been revered and honored for centuries in all cultures

Crystal Lore Legends Myths The Fascinating History of ~ Crystal Lore Legends Myths The Fascinating History of the Worlds Most Powerful Gems and Stones Athena Perrakis on FREE shipping on qualifying offers To access the power of crystals you must know their stories Crystal Lore Legends Myths presents the fascinating histories and legends of the worlds crystals—from the first “mother” civilizations of Lemuria and

Sapphire Symbolism and Legends International Gem Society ~ In The Curious Lore of Precious Stones the mineralogist George Kunz notes that the Egyptians may have used a copper oxide known as lapis Armenus in an eyewash Its astringent properties may have helped certain eye conditions

Ruby Symbolism and Legends International Gem Society ~ Historically bloodred cabochons were called “carbuncles” and encompassed gems gemologists would now distinguish as rubies garnets spinels etc Now these gems broadly share carbuncle folklore This 14kt gold ring features a ruby “carbuncle” Photo courtesy of and Quinn’s Auction Galleries

Pearl Symbolism and Legends International Gem Society ~ Colors and Legends Few gems are as varied in shape and color as pearls Thus it’s not surprising that pearls of colors other than white have also inspired legends According to Polynesian lore the god Lono came down on a rainbow to a princess carrying black pearls with him as gifts

Moonstone Symbolism and Legends International Gem Society ~ The Moon’s romantic associations were also reflected in moonstone lore Those seeking their true love could follow some instructions First hold the gem in your hands during a full moon and envision your love coming to you Next carry the stone with you until the next full moon for the spell to take effect

Emerald Symbolism and Legends International Gem Society ~ Perhaps the story from Greek and Roman mythology of Venus emerging from the sea makes a difference here For followers of Western astrology the “sea green” color of emerald may make a better match with the goddess’s namesake planet Other peoples offer precious gems to their gods too

About the Stones Mythology and History of Gemstones ~ Much of the traditional gem lore that has survived was passed down through treatises on precious stones called lapidaries According to Maria Leachs Standard Dictionary of Folklore Belief in the supernatural properties of precious stones goes back beyond recorded history An early cuneiform tablet gives a list of stones facilitating

Legends of the Selkies Hidden Gems of Sea Mythology ~ Legends of the Selkies Hidden Gems of Sea Mythology Amorous affectionate and affable Selkies are the hidden gems of sea mythology Gentle souls who prefer dancing in the moonlight over luring sailors to their death Selkies are often overlooked by mythological enthusiasts for the more enthralling forms of mermaids or sirens

Gems in Myth Legend and Lore Revised Edition Bruce G ~ Now in a new revised and reformatted edition Gems in Myth Legend and Lore is an indepth examination of the supposed mystic and magical qualities humanity has attributed to fortysix different gems throughout history