Colored Gemstones: Superstitions Explained

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Gemstones have been entwined into human cultures and customs since time began, and over the thousands of years that have passed, many superstitions have been established regarding coloured stones. As you can imagine, brightly coloured gems would have invoked all kinds of strange beliefs back in the days when we knew little about our world and the universe, and for those who are interested in gemstone superstitions, here are a few of the popular ones that are still around today.

·         Amethyst – Wards Off Intoxication -The ancient belief is that the wearer of amethyst is protected from drunkenness and insobriety, which comes from the myth that Amethyst, the handmaiden of the Goddess Diana, was turned into amethyst by the god Bacchus, who then poured red wine over the stone. In Victorian England, amethyst was worn by aristocratic ladies as it was believed wearing the stone protected the wearer against alcohol intoxication.

·         Rubies for Good Fortune – It has long been believed that wearing rubies can ward off ill-fortune, and was often worn by royalty for that very same reason. A ruby ring was traditionally worn on the left hand to bring good fortune to the wearer, and if you would like to view some top-quality ruby jewellery items, drop by AE Design Jewellery who are one of Australia’s leading jewellers that specialises in custom design jewellery.

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·         Aquamarine – As the name suggests, this gemstone has long been worn by sailors as a form of protection when at sea. Sailors believed that aquamarine was the treasure of Mermaids, and in some cultures, dropping aquamarine into a glass of water was said to be an antidote for poison. This precious stone is also associated with rekindling a lost romance, and is often given as an anniversary gift. You can also check out several references online which offers an insight into the right gemstones for your zodiac sign.

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·         Opal for Invisibility – In some cultures, opal is considered to be unlucky, as in Medieval Europe, where opal was believed to allow a witch invisibility, and thieves could move around unnoticed. If you would like to view the highest quality bespoke items, check out the master jewellers who can create a unique item for that very special person in your life.

·         Sapphire for Good Luck – In ancient Greece, sapphire was said to invoke the favour of the gods, while also protecting the chastity of virgins and offering safe passage for travellers. Sapphire is also believed to offer the wearer protection against evil spirits, and in ancient Buddhist lore, sapphire was said to induce trances and visions.

·         Topaz for Wealth – Topaz was believed to attract wealth, especially when combined with gold, and was also believed to possess healing properties, especially when worn on the affected part of the body.

Whether you believe in these superstitions, there can be no argument regarding their natural beauty, and if you would like to give your partner a truly unique gift, talk to a custom jeweller who can craft an item of jewellery using your preferred gemstone.