Gemstones, Color, and Mystical Symbolism

The universe of colored gemstones is endlesslyBlue stones on a woman exposed jealousy in
fascinating, for centuries, nearly every culture haslove, vigilance and social correctness. A man
held the belief that colored stones possesswearing blue stones meant wisdom, lofty
magical powers or the ability to endow thethoughts and generosity.
wearer with certain attributes. Due to the magicalGreen stones for a woman meant unfounded
powers associated with colored gems, they wereambition, childish delight, and change. Green stones
used extensively as amulets and talismans, portalsfor a man meant joy, lost friendship, and
to the future; and as important components totransitory hope.
many spiritual practices.In our modern world, gemstones are worn
Yellow stones when worn by a woman were aprimarily for their inherent beauty. An almost
sign of generosity. Worn by a man, a yellowendless choice of colors are available.
stone signaled secrecy (as with a secret lover).Red- rubies, garnets, red tourmalines, red
A violet stone worn by a woman indicated loftydiamonds and spinels.
thoughts and love of a spiritual nature. For a man,Blue- topaz, blue tourmaline, blue spinel, tanzanite,
sober judgment, steadfastness, and ambition.iolite and even blue diamonds.
Black stones revealed foolishness andGreen- emeralds, green garnet (tsavorite) green
capriciousness in young women, while in marriedtourmalines, peridots, green zirconia and diamonds
women it showed fidelity, constant love and...and so on
perseverance. A man wearing a black stoneToday the possibilities for self-expression with
exhibited gravity, common sense, constancy, andcolored stones are seemingly endless with choices
inner strength.in every price range and for every taste.
Red stones when worn by a women indicatedWhether for fashion, fun or to express your inner
pride, haughtiness, and obstinacy. On a manfeelings, everyone should enjoy the bounty of
nobility, command, leadership and vengeance.colorful stones that nature has provided.