![]() It represents a variety of colors and occurs in different locations. However, thanks to its hardness and fitness for polishing, this gem is used in modern jewelry. Our ancestors used it as an ornamental stone. Jade is opaque to semi-translucent, semi-precious stone, known in its two major varieties called "Nephrite" and "Jadeite." Jade was known in Asia and in the Middle East since the ancient times and was a subject of many superstitions and legends. This gemstone has its origin in Pegu and today is used in jewelry as the gemstone appropriate for January. Moreover, there are six varieties of Garnet. However, it possesses a wide range of different colors. Garnet is a semi-precious stone commonly known for its color, similar to pomegranate seeds. Fluorite is a commonly spread stone, which is chiefly mined in Europe and the United States. These features make it suitable for the jewelry purposes. In spite of its softness, Fluorite possesses such qualities as splendid transparency and luster. Therefore, you may easily damaged this gem in the process of cutting. Learn more about Euclaseįluorite (Fluorspar) or so-called "false Ruby" is a very soft, semi-precious stone. ![]() But, apparently, this gem is of Russian origin, according to the reliable sources. It was discovered in 1785 and has been purchased from an unknown traveler in Peru. ![]() However, due to its qualities, it can be classified as precious or, at least collectable gemstone. chart. Learn more about ChrysopraseĮuclase is an extremely rare semi-precious stone. Moreover, Chrysoprase is the Birthstone for May, according to the U.K. It came from Prussia (modern Germany) and was a favorite gemstone of the Prussian King. Chrysoprase possesses a rich history and encircled by numerous legends. It is a variety of chalcedony Quartz possessing leek-green color. But it came in vogue in Europe only in 1815. According to Oriental beliefs, it attracts wealth. Learn more about Cat's EyeĬhrysoprase is a semi-precious stone. This gemstone is a variety of Chrysoberyl that possesses the unique brilliance, similar to the eye of the cat. Bloodstone is the alternative birthstone for March. Learn more about Bloodstone However, there are also the supplies from Australia, Brazil and Russia. That's why there is a belief about the appearance of this gem at the crucifixion of Christ. There are many magical virtues attributed to Beryl, such as a possibility to predict the future. Learn more about Berylīloodstone is a semi-precious stone which is peculiar by its "blood drops" that spread on its surface. The ancient Greeks knew Beryl two thousand years ago. This group includes the Emerald, the Aquamarine, ordinary beryl and other gems. This gem is in the modern list of Birthstones as a gemstone appropriate for March. Learn more about Aquamarineīeryl is a group of the minerals, combined under one term. Aquamarine came to the European market only in XVII century. Despite its classification, the ancients highly valued this gemstone. Learn more about AmethystĪquamarine is a semiprecious variety of Beryl, which possesses aqua-blue color. The most valuable specimens are so-called Oriental Amethysts obtained from India and Sri Lanka. In the Middle Ages, Amethyst was next to Sapphire. Therefore they considered that both these stones possess similar color. The ancients couldn't distinguish the Amethyst and the Sapphire. It is famous thanks to its banded structure, a variety of colors, and numerous of superstitions attributed to it. Learn more about Agate It is a semi-transparent gemstone of volcanic origin. Agate is probably oldest gemstone of our ancestors.
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