crystal and gemstone jewelry

Crystal and gemstone jewellery has grown increasingly popular, as the holistic health movement gains steam. Many believe the stones contain healing properties which may transfer into the wearer when worn around their neck or wrist.

As well as their natural beauty, stones carry significant symbolism and historical meaning. So how do you choose the ideal one for yourself?

Prayer Beads

Prayer beads serve as physical reminders of spiritual connections for many people. Used to focus attention and count prayers, these beads can also provide a means to move beyond monkey minds into deeper levels of meditation.

Prayer beads come in all kinds of colors, materials and lengths – often found in yoga and meditation studios – making a stylish accessory and resource. Inside any studio lies an impressive assortment of malas (Buddhist prayer beads) crafted from gemstones and crystals – sure to provide hours of peaceful contemplation!

Mala is a string of beads traditionally used to count mantra recitations or prayers or chants in Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikh traditions. Mala beads may be made of wood, seeds or shells and often feature elaborate paint jobs for more decoration. Strung on strings with amulets at either end for easy transportability, these malas are similar to misbaha or tasbih in Islam, rosaries in Catholic Christianity, japamala in Buddhism/Hinduism/Hinduism/Sikh traditions as well as simranee of Baha’i Faith.

Jewelry

Jewelry made of rocks and minerals dates back as far as civilization itself, playing an essential part in social codes by conveying wealth, status and power.

Traditionally, precious metals and gemstones have long been used in jewelry-making. Diamonds (whose value is determined by four C’s), rubies, and emeralds are the most coveted stones; semiprecious gems such as jasper (part of the Chalcedony family), rose quartz (which boasts delicate pink colors) and rutilated quartz (which features needle-like inclusions) can also be incorporated.

Jewelry can be an expressive or decorative way to express oneself or even hold sentimental value for the wearer and/or their family, such as gold pieces that can appreciate in value over time. Jewelry hallmarks or hallmarks are an important means of assessing quality and value of pieces of jewelry.

Crystals for Healing

Crystals are not simply stylish decor for your meditation practice – they can also serve as ancient healing tools that aid your journey towards wellness, such as reiki or sound therapy.

Start by setting an intention (such as relieving stress or finding love) and selecting a stone that aligns with it. Experiment with different stones until one resonates or visit a store specializing in stone energy to get advice. Color, shape and texture all play an integral role.

Stones are thought to have healing properties, with certain hues thought to correspond with different chakra points on the body. Although there is no scientific proof for their efficacy, it’s worth exploring them as part of other treatments like meditation.

Crystals for Self-Healing

Crystals are widely believed to contain healing energies that can aid with many different issues, from increasing energy and motivation, facilitating spiritual development, and soothing emotional blockages. Some stones like calcite and citrine may provide energy-enhancing properties while amethyst and rose quartz could provide emotional or mental balance.

Some believe the purple amethyst crystal can help with depression and anxiety due to its soothing qualities; additionally, the stone can aid sleeplessness or insomnia.

Other crystals, like nuummite and orange calcite, are known to be stimulating stones that can help unleash creativity. Lepidolite, which contains lithium — an ingredient found in many mood-stabilizing drugs — may help provide emotional healing. Crystals may also be charged by placing them under sunlight or even placing them beneath a full moon for greater vibrational properties.