Symbolism of Semi Precious Gems

The earth, sun, water and moon are all natural energy elements of the universe. Crystals and semi precious gemstones, which come from the same earth source, are often used during meditation and emit their own level of energy. According to "Your Crystal Code" by Teresa Moorey, "While all crystals absorb and emit subtle energy, each individual crystal type has a unique vibrational 'signature'...This
'energy' is what endows a crystal with its attributes and defines the gifts it brings."

Buying and Choosing The Right Semi Precious Gems

• Most New Age shops carry a variety of gemstones. They generally are tumble-stone crystals. This smooth surface is created by mechanically grinding the crystals and shaping them into a smooth finish. It is important to listen to your body when selecting crystals. According to Teresa Moorey's book "The Crystal Code", "A crystal that is right for you may give you a sensation in the pit of your stomach, in your heart or in your head. You may feel tingling..."

Color

• Although gemstones are available in different colors, it is also important to be aware of specific colors that you are naturally drawn to you. For example, red crystals usually bring forth energy and passion, pink radiates love, green is often associated with earth elements as well as wealth and amethyst or clear crystals are often associated with creativity and higher states of consciousness.

Love

• Relationships, past and present, often leave traces of love as well as scars within your spirit. Rose quartz is used to bring peace, love, acceptance, affection and healing. Brown agate can be used to let go of negative emotions such as jealousy, which can prevent you from attracting new love. If your concern has been with your previous love relationship patterns, you can incorporate the golden calcite, which is used to help you harmonize your heart and mind. It will also enable you to choose the right loving partner. Other love related semi precious stones are lapis lazuli, hematite and amber.

Money

• Jade, which is a green gem, is usually associated with money as well as thinking positively. It promotes gratefulness for the things you presently have. It also stimulates your ideas and creativity for making money as well as attracting it. Jade is also considered a spiritual stone which can naturally calm your attitude regarding your finances. You can also opt to wear jade jewelry to attract money. It is also important to receive financial blessings gracefully. Other money crystals include; tiger's eye, aventurine, bloodstone, green calcite, peridot and sapphire.

  Carry citrine quartz and peridot when seeking employment. These crystals carry energy which opens the doors to prosperity.

Healing

• Gems can be used for mental, physical and spiritual health and healing. It is always best to be in a relaxed state and incorporate meditation when working with these crystals. Think of life moments when you felt at peace and tranquil to help you reproduce that state of mind. Gems such as the blue calcite represent peace and trust. It has a soothing effect on your nervous system and your present emotions. It also helps you soothe your anxieties. You can also incorporate the Apache tear, which is associated with negative emotions needing to be transformed into positive feelings. Other healing crystals are chrysoprase, purple fluorite and moonstone.

Cleansing

• Whether your semi precious gemstones are in crystal form or tumble-stone, they need to be cleansed of previous energetic influences. This process also has ritual methods such as leaving the crystals overnight in a bowl of unrefined brown rice. It is important to discard the rice the next day. You can also leave your crystals over a cluster of amethyst, clear quartz or flower petals overnight for the same cleansing effect. If you choose to use water for cleansing, use spring water and let it dry naturally on a white clean cloth.