| The ancient Christian Church opposed magic but | | | | brown translucent quality. |
| tolerated medicinal amulets as a way of healing | | | | Amethyst is said to calm and protect the mind. A |
| the sick and promoting well being and developed a | | | | deep and pretty purple colour, Amethyst is also |
| symbolism of its own based on gems. | | | | commonly given to those whose birthdays fall in |
| Encapsulated in jewellery these gems were | | | | February. There are of course many more |
| thought of as health items rather than decorative | | | | gemstones that are thought to have healing and |
| jewels. | | | | positive properties including Black Agate, |
| Gemstones have a sense of feeling attached to | | | | Haematite pearl and Labradorite. There are a |
| them and are often given as gifts as they have | | | | multitude of pieces of jewellery containing these |
| more meaning that the standard gift. Choosing a | | | | gems available both on the high street and online. |
| gem selecting the accompanying jewellery for a | | | | However, as gems are such a precious item with |
| loved one or yourself one can be fun and exciting, | | | | so much meaning, it is ill-advised to choose a |
| Chalcedony is a gem that has a crystalline | | | | mass produced piece. Handmade jewellery carries |
| structure so fine that you cannot see the distinct | | | | more meaning which in turn fits well with the |
| particles under a microscope. | | | | meanings some attach to semi precious gems. |
| Rock Crystal is also known as Quartz, is said to | | | | Atelier de Famille crafts high quality, specially |
| have purifying effects. There are many variants | | | | designed handmade jewellery in their workshop |
| of Quartz. Rose Quartz appears pink in colour and | | | | just outside of Paris. They use only the best |
| is rumoured to be a soothing and calming stone. | | | | semiprecious stones and materials to give you the |
| Rose Quartz is sometimes referred to as the | | | | best possible finish. |
| stone of love and has become increasingly popular | | | | For more information about gemstone jewelry, |
| in handmade jewellery. Another variant is Smokey | | | | please visit wholesale all kinds of gemstone |
| Quartz, a beautiful semiprecious stone which has a | | | | jewelry online... |