This fabled stone, one of the four gems called Precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occuring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is aluminum  More »

This fabled stone, one of the four gems called Precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occuring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is aluminum oxide, and the rich blue color of sapphire is believed to be caused by the presence of titanium and iron oxides. According to Oriental legend, the earth rested on a giant sapphire, whose blue color was reflected in the bowl of the sky. A variety of corundum colored with aluminum oxide, sapphire is one of the four gems called “precious” today. Its rarity contributed to its reputation as a magic stone of immense and all-encompassing power. It is said to ward off infectious disease, dispel confusion, and to enhance clarity of mind. The sapphire has also been thought since antiquity to bring good fortune to those who wear it. Anyone wearing this rich blue gem will feel very lucky indeed. - (FJ.2194)Collection: Beaded Necklaces Medium: Sapphire-Gold   « Less

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is found in shades ranging from royal blue, to pink, green and black. It is an extremely hard variety of  More »

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is found in shades ranging from royal blue, to pink, green and black. It is an extremely hard variety of corundum (an aluminum oxide) found in transparent or translucent crystals, whose variation in color are caused by the presence of trace minerals. The finest sapphires have been mined since Antiquity in Burma, Thailand, India and other parts of the East. Though the stone was known in the West, it was rarely used by anybody but royalty until the Christian era. Its rarity contributed to its reputation as a magical stone of immense and all encompassing power, capable of warding off every kind of pestilence and contagious disease. Those sapphires, which show asterism—the presence of a rayed star—are the most cherished because it is believed they are capable of conquering al the forces of evil. The sapphire is also reputed to bring good luck to its owner and to promote wisdom and clarity of mind. - (FJ.2253)Origin: India Medium: Sapphire   « Less

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems call precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occuring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is aluminum  More »

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems call precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occuring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is aluminum oxide, and the rich blue color of sapphire is believed to be caused by the presence of titanium and iron oxides. The finest sapphires come from Burma, Thailand, India and other parts of the East. According to ancient oriental legend, the earth rested on a giant sapphire whose blue color was reflected in the bowl of the sky. Though the stone was known in the West, it was rarely used by any but royalty until the Christian era. This rarity contributed to its reputation as a magic stone of immense and all-encomposing power, capable of warding off every kind of pestilence and contagious disease. The sapphire is also reputed to bring good luck to its owner and to promote wisdom and clarity of mind. The deep and vibrant blue of this gem makes its precious reputation a deserved one. - (FJ.2700)Medium: Sapphire/Gold   « Less

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occuring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is  More »

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occuring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is aluminum oxide, and the rich blue color of sapphire is believed to be caused by the presence of titanium and iron oxides. The finest sapphires come from Burma, Thailand, India and other parts of the East. According to ancient Oriental legend, the earth rested on a giant sapphire, whose blue color was reflected in the bowl of the sky. Though the stone was known in the West, it was rarely used by any but royalty until the Christian era. This rarity contributed to its reputation as a magic stone of immense and all-encompassing power, capable of warding off every kind of pestilence and contagious disease. The sapphire is also reputed to bring good luck to its owner and to promote wisdom and clarity of mind. The deep and vibrant blue of this gem makes its precious reputation a deserved one. - (FJ.2876)Origin: Siri Lanka Collection: Sapphire Necklace   « Less

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occurring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is  More »

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occurring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is aluminum oxide, and the rich blue color of sapphire is believed to be caused by the presence of titanium and iron oxides. The finest sapphires come from Burma, Thailand, India and other parts of the East. According to ancient Oriental legend, the earth rested on a giant sapphire, whose blue color was reflected in the bowl of the sky. Though the stone was known in the West, it was rarely used by any but royalty until the Christian era. This rarity contributed to its reputation as a magic stone of immense and all-encompassing power, capable of warding off every kind of pestilence and contagious disease. The sapphire is also reputed to bring good luck to its owner and to promote wisdom and clarity of mind. The deep and vibrant blue of this gem makes its precious reputation a deserved one. - (FJ.4451)Medium: Sapphire   « Less

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occurring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is  More »

The fabled sapphire, one of the four gems called precious today, is an extremely hard variety of corundum occurring in transparent or translucent crystals. Corundum is aluminum oxide, and the rich blue color of sapphire is believed to be caused by the presence of titanium and iron oxides. The finest sapphires come from Burma, Thailand, India and other parts of the East. According to ancient Oriental legend, the earth rested on a giant sapphire, whose blue color was reflected in the bowl of the sky. Though the stone was known in the West, it was rarely used by any but royalty until the Christian era. This rarity contributed to its reputation as a magic stone of immense and all-encompassing power, capable of warding off every kind of pestilence and contagious disease. The sapphire is also reputed to bring good luck to its owner and to promote wisdom and clarity of mind. The deep and vibrant blue of this gem makes its precious reputation a deserved one. - (FJ.4452)Medium: Sapphire   « Less

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout  More »

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout the world, and serpentine objects are known from Ancient Egypt, India, and the Mayan empire. In larger blocks, it is popular for architectural adornment and is sometimes carved into vessels or cups. As an amulet, serpentine is believed to protect against the bites of venomous animals, especially snakes. It is also thought to draw toxins and poisons out of the body. Though its beauties are subtle, its history as adornment is very ancient. It is the ideal gem for those who understand that a whisper sometimes speaks louder than a shout. - (FJ.3958)Medium: Serpentine   « Less

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout  More »

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout the world, and serpentine objects are known from ancient Egypt, India, and the Mayan empire. In larger blocks, it is popular for architectural adornment and is sometimes carved into vessels or cups. As an amulet, serpentine is believed to protect against the bites of venomous animals, especially snakes. It is also thought to draw toxins and poisons out of the body. Though its beauties are subtle, its history as adornment is very ancient. It is the ideal gem for those who understand that a whisper sometimes speaks louder than a shout. - (FJ.4283)Medium: Serpentine   « Less

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout  More »

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout the world, and serpentine objects are known from ancient Egypt, India, and the Mayan empire. In larger blocks, it is popular for architectural adornment and is sometimes carved into vessels or cups. As an amulet, serpentine is believed to protect against the bites of venomous animals, especially snakes. It is also thought to draw toxins and poisons out of the body. Though its beauties are subtle, its history as adornment is very ancient. It is the ideal gem for those who understand that a whisper sometimes speaks louder than a shout. Garnet has been continuously popular since antiquity. Its rich colors make it especially prized for jewelry. Therapeutically, garnet is believed to keep the wearer free from wounds and to promote good health in general. It is especially useful for preventing skin disorders and for giving a glowing complexion. - (FJ.4286)Medium: Serpentine-Garnet   « Less

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout  More »

Serpentine, so-named for its resemblance to snakeskin, comes in a variety of mottled shades, including green, yellow, white, brown and black. The stone is found throughout the world, and serpentine objects are known from ancient Egypt, India, and the Mayan empire. In larger blocks, it is popular for architectural adornment and is sometimes carved into vessels or cups. As an amulet, serpentine is believed to protect against the bites of venomous animals, especially snakes. It is also thought to draw toxins and poisons out of the body. Though its beauties are subtle, its history as adornment is very ancient. It is the ideal gem for those who understand that a whisper sometimes speaks louder than a shout. - (FB.0154)Medium: Serpentine   « Less