Rocks are natural aggregates or combinations of one or more minerals. Earth which is believe to be more than 4.6 billion years old is in constant transformation, thus gems are constantly being formed. Man has long been drawn to the attractive colours of the stones and has utilized them for many purposes which include worshipping and healing purposes. Today, specific gemstones have been attributed for each month of the year symbolizing the beautiful qualities and characteristic of the Homo sapiens.
JANUARY
Gemstone: Garnet Characteristic: Fidelity, Consistency & Stability
FEBRUARY
Gemstone: Amethyst Characteristic: Sincerity, Honesty & Nobility
MARCH
Gemstone: Bloodstone Characteristic: Bravery, Courage & Compassion
APRIL
Gemstone: Diamond Characteristic: Innocence, Simplicity & Happiness
MAY
Gemstone: Emerald Characteristic: Wisdom, Frankness & Steadfastness
JUNE
Gemstone: Cat’s Eye Characteristic: Good Health, Wealth & Wit
JULY
Gemstone: Ruby Characteristic: Nobility, Contentment & Piety
AUGUST
Gemstone: Peridot Characteristic: Virtuousness & Open-mindedness
SEPTEMBER
Gemstone: Sapphire Characteristic: Wisdom, Prosperity & Contentment
OCTOBER
Gemstone: Opal Characteristic: Faith, Happiness & Friendship
NOVEMBER
Gemstone: Topaz Characteristic: Passion, Fidelity, Love & Power
DECEMBER
Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli Characteristic: Success, Prosperity, Steadfastness & Strength
1 comment:
Yea... I love Crystals... and especially love my opal! ^_^ But opals are awfully pricey *cry*
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