Sincerity and peace of mind,

Freedom from passion and from care,

If they, the Amethyst will wear..

The planet Uranus rules the sign of Aquarius and governs the month of February. Those born in February are original and fairly eccentric people. Strong and fixed, they have inherited from the stars, an accurate intuition, a tremendous common sense, ingeniousness, and a powerful will. They are idealistic and can handle the difficulties of life with a smile.  Those born in February are over-sensitive and are easily hurt by others. They are loyal to those they love and espouse a good cause passionately.

Amethyst is a semiprecious stone and is the traditional birthstone for February. It is a violet variety of quartz often used in jewelry. Amethyst is produced in abundance from the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil, South Korea, Maissau, Lower Austria, Russia, south India , and Zambia. The largest Amethyst mine in North America is located in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Up until the 18th century, Amethyst was included in the cardinal, or most valuable, gemstones (along with diamond, sapphire, ruby, and emerald). However, since the discovery of extensive deposits in locations such as Brazil, it has lost most of its value.

Amethyst is graded based on the depth of color, possibly of red flashes if cut conventionally. As it is readily available in large structures, the value of the gem is not primarily defined by carat weight. The highest grade Amethyst (called “Deep Russian”) is exceptionally rare and therefore when one is found, its value is dependent on the demand of collectors. Not only does the beautiful color make this gem so popular but the availability in different shapes and sizes also adds to its appeal. Amethyst complements both warm and cool colors so it looks fabulous set in both yellow and white metals. This unique ability means it enhances almost every color in one’s wardrobe.

Throughout history, Amethyst has been associated with many myths, legends, religions, and numerous cultures. The name comes from the Ancient Greek a- (“not”) and méthystos (“intoxicated”), a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness. This belief has its origins in an ancient legend. The wine god Bacchus, angry over an insult, and determined to avenge himself, decreed that the first person he met would be devoured by his tigers. The unfortunate mortal happened to be a beautiful maiden named Amethyst on her way to worship at the shrine of Diana. As the ferocious beasts sprang, she sought the protection of the goddess and was saved by being turned into a clear, white crystal. Bacchus, regretting his cruelty, poured the juice of his grapes over the stone as an offering, giving the gem its lovely purple hue.

The ancient Greeks wore Amethyst and made drinking vessels decorated with it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication. The Romans dedicated February and therefore by association, Amethyst, to Neptune, their water-god. It is the stone of St. Valentine and faithful love and signifies ecclesiastical dignity as the Bishop’s Stone. English regalia were even decorated with Amethysts during the Middle Ages to symbolize royalty.

In Indian Astrology, Jamuniya or Amethyst is believed to protect and calm the mind of its wearer. . It is said to keep the wearer clear-headed and quick-witted. Wearing Amethysts is said to cure one of alcoholism or any other addiction. It supposedly improves concentration and hence is useful for those engaged in research. Amethyst represents the Crown Chakra (Sahasrara) and Third-Eye Chakra (Agnya), and converts negative energies into positive forces, thus helping in meditation. It is a Gemstone of tremendous spiritual value and helps in balancing the chakras and awakening the Kundalini.

Also called the lovers’ gemstone, Amethyst signifies true love and fidelity. No wonder then that is a popular choice as anniversary gifts for the 4th or 6th year. Amethyst is believed to cure headaches, depression, grief, despair, and insomnia. In sacred texts it is regarded as an alternative to the Blue Sapphire and has the astrological energies of Saturn. In China the Amethyst find its use in curing stomach pain and back pain. It is also said to help overcome the inferiority complex.

While the benefits of wearing Amethysts close to your skin are several, it is also heartening to know that there are few known negative impacts of the gemstone. With the new multihued trend that is taking the jewellery scene by storm, Amethyst finds fresh popularity and appeal. Wear it in combination with gems such as Turquoise and Emeralds for an interesting play of colour, or with the neutral tones smoky Topaz and Diamonds for glamour. Find out how you can make Amethyst work for you. Our online collection has enough and more to inspire you, and needless to say that anything that catches your fancy can be customized to the design and style you like. Give Gehna the opportunity to make this unique purple gemstone sing for you..

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A new year commences… and with our best wishes for prosperity and happiness, we bring to you this month’s Gem Gossip on a gemstone that brings to its wearer hope, happiness, and good fortune!

Saturn rules the practical sign of Capricorn and controls the month of January. January Borns are strongly motivated to succeed and gain positions of power. They possess strong organizational skills and strive for respect and accomplishment. The fluctuations of the Moon strongly affect those born in January and they must avoid nurturing depressing thoughts. Emotional and sensitive, January Borns are very responsible and protective of the family circle. However, they find it difficult to openly communicate their deepest feelings.

The birthstone for the month of January is the Garnet stone. Garnets are a group of silicate minerals that have been used since the Bronze Age as gemstones and abrasives. All species of Garnets possess similar physical properties and crystal forms but differ in chemical composition. The word Garnet comes from the 14th‑century Middle English word gernet, meaning ‘dark red’. It is derived from the Latin granatus, from granum (grain, seed). This is possibly a reference to pomumgranatum (pomegranate), a plant whose fruits contain abundant and vivid red seed covers (arils), which are similar in shape, size, and colour to some garnet crystals. According to the Roman historian Pliny, the large dull-colored “Carbunculus of India” (a variety of Garnet) used to be hollowed out into vessels.

This gem is available in a rainbow of colors, from the deep red Bohemian Garnet to the vibrant greens of the Russian Demantoid and African Tsavorite. It also appears in the oranges and browns of Spessartite and Hessonite from Namibia and Sri Lanka, and the subtle pinks and purples of Rhododendron. The light transmission properties of Garnet can range from gemstone-quality transparent specimens to the opaque varieties used for industrial purposes as abrasives. The mineral’s luster is categorized as vitreous (glass-like) or resinous (amber-like).

Garnets were used in former Czechoslovakia as far back as the Bronze Age and in Egypt more than five thousand years ago. They were used in Sumeria around 2100 B.C. and in Sweden between 1000 and 2000 B.C. They were also popular in ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. According to the Talmud, the only light on Noah’s ark was provided by a large Garnet. In Europe during the Middle Ages, Garnet was used to enhance truth, faith, and constancy, and to dispel melancholy. As a Warrior’s Stone, Garnet served as a talisman in the Crusades for both the Christians and their Muslim enemies. Garnet is said to have been one of the twelve stones in the Breastplate of the High Priest and has been used as a sacred stone by the Native American Indians, the South American Indians, the Aztecs, the African tribal elders, and the Mayans.

Legends and folklore place garnet among the most ancient of talismans. Not only was it prized as an ornamental jewel, but its strong curative powers and protective energies made it invaluable. Legend says Garnets light up the night and protects their owners from nightmares. Garnets have long been carried by travelers to protect against accidents far from home. They may be the birthstone for January, but with their stunning variety of colors and mystical powers they have been given as gifts for all occasions for centuries. Garnet signifies eternal friendship and trust and is the perfect gift for a friend. Garnet is also known for its utilization of creative energy. It grounds spirit forces within the body. It is a sensual stone representing primordial fire, the creation of the world out of chaos, purification, and love. It is a stone of strong, intense feelings.

Garnet & Emerald Gold Drops

Garnets that are the color of blood were not only believed to confer invulnerability from wounds, but some Asiatic tribes launched garnets from their sling bows, and later as bullets- the principle being that the blood-coloured stone would inflict a more deadly wound than a leaden bullet. Today, Garnet is not only worn ornamentally as a beautiful gem but is used widely in industrial markets, from watch gears and scientific instruments to sandpaper and abrasives. Garnets bring balance in life and eliminate all negativity from the mind. In Indian astrology, each variety of Garnet relates to different Chakras in the body. Generally, Garnets are associated with root chakra which is the life force in our body. Green Garnet has an impact on the Heart chakra while Hessonite works on Sahashara Chakra. Demantoid stimulates all chakras from base to crown. Garnets are said to enhance composure, strength, contemplation, and generosity in the wearer.

The healing properties of Garnet include increasing blood circulation and hemoglobin levels in the body. Garnets reduce inflammation and cure bone injuries. They also regulate the functioning of spleen, lungs, and heart.
Garnets are highly beneficial for businessmen and it is considered propitious to keep a few garnets in the cash box. They also reduce mental stress and depression, and encourage imagination and self-confidence in the wearer. They also foster better relationships and are considered ideal for frequent travelers to ensure a safe journey.

We welcome you to our wonderful world of jewellery to explore what you might like own with Garnets. Earrings, necklaces, pendants, bangles…. the repertoire is limitless, as is the finesse of our designers and jewelsmiths. Begin 2016 auspiciously and gift yourself or loved ones timeless pieces of jewellery with Garnets in them.

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The planet Jupiter and the sign of Sagittarius govern the month of December. December borns are philosophers, natural teachers, and classified in Divine Astrology as a Truth Seekers. They are also attracted to holistic healing and travel to foreign lands. They can be extremely organized and have a quick mind.

The birthstone of those born in December is the Turquoise stone. Turquoise is an opaque, light to dark blue or blue-green gem with its finest colour being an intense blue. Turquoise may contain narrow veins of other materials either isolated or as a network. They are usually black, brown, or yellowish-brown in colour. Known as the matrix, these veins of colour are sometimes in the form of an intricate pattern, called a spider web.

Neo-Classical Turquoise Chandeliers

The word Turquoise, which dates to the 17th century, is derived from the French word turques for “Turks”, because the mineral was first brought to Europe from Turkey, from mines in the historical Khorasan Province of Persia. Pliny the Elder referred to the mineral as callais and the Aztecs knew it as chalchihuitl. Turquoise was among the first gems to be mined, and while many historic sites have been depleted, some are still worked to this day. For at least 2,000 years, Iran, previously known as Persia in the West, has remained an important source of Turquoise which was named by Iranians initially “pirouzeh” meaning “victory” and later after Arab invasion “firouzeh”.Turquoise is among the oldest known gemstones and its popularity has spanned the globe for centuries. It graced the necks of Egyptian Pharaohs and adorned the ceremonial dress of early Native Americans. This beautiful robin’s egg blue gemstone has been attributed with healing powers, promoting the wearer’s status and wealth, protecting from evil and bringing good luck.

Turquoise is rare and valuable in finer grades and has been prized as a gem and ornamental stone for thousands of years owing to its unique hue. In recent times, Turquoise, like most other opaque gems, has been devalued by the introduction of treatments, imitations, and synthetics onto the market.

The finest of Turquoise reaches a maximum hardness of just under 6, or slightly more than window glass. The lustre of Turquoise is typically waxy to subvitreous, and transparency is usually opaque, but may be semitranslucent in thin sections. The colour is as variable as the mineral’s other properties, ranging from white to a powder blue to a sky blue, and from a blue-green to a yellowish green. The blue is attributed to idiochromatic copper while the green may be the result of either iron impurities (replacing aluminium) or dehydration.

The pastel shades of Turquoise have endeared it to many great cultures of antiquity. Despite being one of the oldest gems, Turquoise did not become important as an ornamental stone in the West until the 14th century, following a decline in the Roman Catholic Church’s influence which allowed the use of Turquoise in secular jewellery. It was apparently unknown in India until the Mughal period, and unknown in Japan until the 18th century. A common belief shared by many of these civilizations is that Turquoise possessed certain prophylactic qualities; it was thought to change colour with the wearer’s health and protect him or her from untoward forces.

Turquoise renders its impact through its definite colour, its crystalline structures along with other inherent properties and characters. Both the positive and negative personality traits get influenced by the birthstone.

It provides wisdom of both earth and sky, thereby it is old and yet young. It is considered to be pure as it is believed to hold the atmosphere surrounding the earth and sky, thereby giving life and breath.It promotes prosperity and success and brings in happiness along with good fortune.

Turquoise has the capacity to absorb negative feelings that is prone to December borns. It is also believed to treat infections of the throat and lungs, diseases of the teeth and gums, asthma and other breathing problems, and depressions.

Sagittarians are prone to pondering on thoughts and Turquoise helps to open the communicative faculty in them. It also enhances activeness by offering strength and regeneration in thoughts and behavior that get reflected in actions.

At Gehna, we have experimented aplenty with these brilliant gemstones and have produced results not short of remarkable to celebrate the Turquoise. Explore our online range of Turqouise Egyptian inspired necklaces, colour blocked earrings and much more. Should you feel inspired and want us to breathe life into your inspirations, meet with us and help us design and craft the perfect Turquoise jewellery for you.

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A for Art Nouveau: A jewellery style also known as Victorian or Edwardian with fluid lines, floral and nature themes, and natural colors.

B for Bezel: Bezel is a precious stone setting where the stone is held firmly within a ring of metal such as gold or silver. This setting offers the security of closed setting, and the complete refraction of prong setting.

Emerald and Ruby Stud Earrings

C for Carat, Colour, Cut, Clarity: Used to grade precious stones, these parameters have global and region specific preferences.
Carat refers to the Weight of a precious stone, and not the size, as commonly misunderstood. 1 carat is 1/5 of a gram or 200 miligrams. A carat is further divided into 100 points called cents. For the purpose of standardization, gem sizes have been prescribed for each specific weight and cut.

Colour is self explanatory and refers to the hue of precious stones. Being mineral compounds, variations in composition, even the slightest inclusion in the crystallization process can change the colour of the stone. Diamonds are graded on their whiteness starting with D and E grades for absolutely white, going down the alphabet as the stone becomes yellower/browner. Emeralds are considered most perfect if they are a vibrant green, rubies a healthy red or pink, and sapphires a luminous blue (though white sapphires are also popular).
Cut refers to the specifications that the GIA have standardized based on the shape of the faceted stone. A perfectly cut diamond would have its size maximized for its weight and its sparkle intensified by increasing its refraction.

Clarity refers to the extent to which inclusions are absent in the finished gem. Naturally occurring gems can have any number of inclusions in the form of crystallized dust, other minerals, air or water bubbles, and fissures. These interfere with the luminosity of the gemstone. Diamonds are graded as being IF (internally flawless, where the diamond has absolutely no inclusions even when examined under 1000 times magnification), VVS1 and VVS2 (very very slightly included, where inclusions are minor and visible only under 1000 times magnification), VS1 and VS2 (very slightly included, where the inclusions are more in number, but again not visible to the naked eye), SI (slightly included, where some imperfections may be visible and the number exceeds any of the previous grades) and I (included, where the imperfections are clearly visible, even to the naked eye).

D for Diamonds: Diamonds, a form of crystalline carbon, are prized because they are exceptionally hard and durable, have high refractivity and brilliance, and because really fine diamonds are rare. Diamonds are valued based on the “4 Cs” of color, cut, clarity and carat size.

E for Enamel: Enamel is a decorative technique in which a glass “paste” is applied to the surface of a metal–normally bronze, copper or gold. In its simplest terms, all enamel is produced by fusing colored powdered glass to metal to produce a vitreous or glass-like, decorative surface.

F for Facets: Facets are flat faces on geometric shapes. Gemstones commonly have facets cut into them in order to improve their appearance by allowing them to reflect light. The size, shape, and placement of facets in any gemstone are pre determined by the GIA. The round brilliant diamond shape has 58 facets (or 57 if the culet is excluded), 33 on the crown (the top half above the middle or girdle of the stone), and 24 on the pavilion (the lower half below the girdle), which has only the apex cut off to form the culet.

G for Gross Weight: When a piece of jewellery has gemstones studded in it, the gross weight of the piece is the weight of the gemstones AND the weight of gold or any other precious metal that is present in it. Simply put, it is what the weighing scale will read when the entire ornament is placed on it.

H for Hallmark: Hallmark is a mark stamped into precious metals to indicate its purity or fineness, the maker or sponsor. In India, we look for the 916 hallmark that is the jeweler’s guarantee that he has used 22k cadmium alloyed gold in the ornament.

I for Intaglio: A design carved down into a gemstone, this technique was often used for seals, which made an impression in wax used to seal a letter or authenticate a document. Some of the most commonly found Victorian intaglios are carved in Carnelian, an orange-brown variety of quartz.

J for Jade: Jade has been a highly valued gemstone for thousands of years especially in the Orient and in particular in China. Colours of jade are a variety of green hues, off white and yellow.

K for Karat: Karat is the measure used for the purity of gold used in jewellery. Pure gold that has no other metal added to it to improve its hardness is branded 24K. If 1 gm of gold were to be divided into 24 parts and all 24 parts are gold and no other metal, the purity of the gold is then said to be 24K. If, of those 24 parts, 22 are gold and the other two are silver and/or copper, the gold is said to be 22K gold. If 18 out of 24 parts are gold and the remaining 6 parts are silver and/or copper, we get 18K gold. 22K and 18K gold are preferred for jewellery making, the latter being particularly popular to set gemstones as it is harder and stronger and keeps the set gemstones in place. The price of the jewellery thus made is calculated based on the percentage of gold used.

L for Lapis Lazuli: Lapiz Lazuli is a deep blue gemstone with white, gray and gold inclusions. The fewer the inclusions in a bead, the more valuable it is. One of the primary minerals in this stone, namely lazurite, is light-fast so these stones don’t fade with time.

M for Marquise: Marquise is a gemstone shape with an oval stone which is pointed at both ends. It is also called navette. Among diamonds, marquise shaped stones are almost as brilliant as the popular round brilliant, though they may appear slightly larger than a round brilliant of the same weight.

Marquise Petal Emerald Jhumki

N for Net Weight: The net weight of any ornament is only the weight of gold or any other precious metal that may be used to make it. An unsaid rule states that other than diamonds, no other gemstone may be included in the weight and therefore subsequent pricing of the jewellery. An informed buyer can and should insist on being charged only for the net weight of the piece as opposed to gross weight.

O for Open Setting: Open setting is the method of setting a stone so as to expose both the top and lower surfaces of the stone to light, increasing its sparkle. Prong, Bezel, Channel, and some Pave settings are open.

P for Prong and Pave: Prong Setting is a setting that has a series of prongs around the perimeter, usually four to six, that can be bent over to hold a stone, bead or crystal in place. It is the most popular setting for solitaires because it leaves almost the entire diamond visible and open to light. Pave is a method of setting small stones as close together as possible, so that the surface literally looks like it is paved with stones. It involves puncturing the surface of the precious metal with the gemstones and securing them.

Diamond18K Gold Stud

Q for Quartz: Quartz is a broad term defining very hard minerals composed of silica. Many gemstones are quartz, including crystal quartz, citrine, opal, agate, rose quartz, amethyst, and tiger’s eye. The rutile quartz with beautiful inclusions within a near transparent crystal is fast gaining popularity in jewellery.

R for Rhodium Plating: A thin plating of rhodium, which is one of the members of the platinum family, is applied over either sterling silver or gold to give a bright, shiny, long-lasting silver-colored finish to a piece. On Gold, rhodium plating achieves the finish of white gold at no extra cost and the advantage of reverting to the yellow colour whenever required.

S for Sterling Silver: Pure silver is very soft so most silver used for quality jewellery is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper or other alloy. When there are 925 parts silver for every 1000 parts of the metal used in jewellery or curio making, it is said to be the legal standard sterling silver. The measurement is similar to that used for standardizing gold karatage.

T for Tourmaline: Tourmaline is classified as a semi-precious stone and the gemstone comes in a wide variety of colors though its pink toned variety is most popular for its similarity to the ruby.

U for Unakite: First discovered in the Unaka Mountains of North Carolina, Unakite is relatively new addition to the jewellery world. It is an altered granite composed of pink feldspar, green epidote, and generally colorless quartz. Colours are a blend of red, pink, green, and white, gray and have a granite look.

V for Vintage: Vintage is a subjective description used to indicate the age of an item. Vintage is deemed to be a bead or item of jewellery older than 10 years but younger than 100 year. Or alternatively an item that is no longer in production. Since this gives these beads a certain rarity, they are often sought out by jewellery makers.

W for Wastage: The process of making jewellery involves melting gold, casting it into the required form, maybe setting gemstones in the piece, and the penultimate step before polishing is filing the edges and the sockets to give you the beautiful piece you treasure. The process of filing causes loss of gold in the form of dust. While some of it is collected on a black leather sheet the craftsman spreads over himself and the working surface, some gold dust is lost in the air, never to be retrieved again. Jewelers mark a standard percentage of net gold weight as wastage and charge their customers for this loss.…

X for X factor: Jewellery is precious and so must be unique. At Gehna, we ensure that your chosen ornaments are one of a kind, because we believe your jewellery stands for your individuality.

Y for YOU: We, at Gehna, celebrate everything that is you. Our mantra is customization and so every dream, whim, and fancy you may have will find its expression in the jewellery we make for you.

Z for Zip: So go ahead and own some zip and oomph. Dare to break through the barriers of traditional jewellery designs, or better still reinvent those classics to make them your own!

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The sweltering month of May is upon us with all the wrath of the sun in its folds with emerald stone. Maybe we can distract you from the scorching heat with a little insight on gemstones by the month of birth. And what better month to start with than the one that currently torments us!

May borns are understood to be resolute, yet understanding. Their enthusiasm and physical attractiveness make them quite irresistible. As charming as these May-borns are, they always claim the attention of everybody around them. It is no wonder then, that the birthstone of those born in May, is the regal Emerald stone.

Emerald is a variety of the mineral beryl, coloured green by trace amounts of chromium and sometimes vanadium. Beryl has a hardness of 7.5–8 on the Mohs scale. Most Emeralds are highly included, so their toughness is classified as generally poor. And yet, the rarity of finding a beautiful emerald in rich hues makes it a gemstone dearer than all, but diamonds.

Vivacious Emerald and Gold Earrings

The word “Emerald” is derived from the Latin Esmaralda/Esmaraldus, a variant of Latin Smaragdus, meaning green. Emeralds in antiquity have been mined in Egypt since 1500 BCE, and India and Austria since at least the 14th century CE. Colombia is by far the world’s largest producer of Emeralds, constituting 50–95% of the world production. Rare ‘trapiche’ Emeralds are found in Colombia, distinguished by a six-pointed radial pattern made of ray-like spokes of dark carbon impurities. Zambia is the world’s second-biggest producer, with its Kafubu River area deposits.

Glamorous Emerald Jhumki

In general, while grading coloured gemstones, colour is the most important criterion. However, in the case of Emeralds, clarity is considered a close second, and both colour and clarity are necessary conditions. A fine emerald must possess not only a pure verdant green hue but also a high degree of transparency to be considered a top gem. Emeralds tend to have numerous inclusions and surface breaking fissures. Unlike diamond, where the loupe standard, or a 10× magnification, is used to grade clarity, Emerald is graded by eye. If an emerald has no visible inclusions to the eye, it is considered flawless. It is important to note that now jewellers across the world have embraced paler hues with enthusiasm, the uncommonness of the colours in jewellery being a large motivation to do so.

Emeralds that lack surface breaking fissures are extremely rare and therefore almost all Emeralds are treated to enhance the apparent clarity. The inclusions and fissures within an Emerald are sometimes described as “Jardin” (French for ‘garden’), because of their mossy appearance. These imperfections within the stone are unique to each emerald and can be used to identify a particular stone and make Emeralds more likely than other gemstones to be cut into cabochons, rather than faceted shapes. Faceted Emeralds are most commonly given the Oval cut, or the signature Emerald cut, a rectangular cut with facets around the top edge.

Green is the colour of fertility and prosperity. In the western world, as the gem of Venus, the Emerald was considered to aid in fertility. Cleopatra, Egypt’s tempestuous female monarch was as famous for wearing Emeralds in her time as Liz Taylor is for wearing diamonds in our time. Ancient Egyptian mummies were often buried with an Emerald carved with the symbol of verdure– flourishing greenness–on their necks to symbolize eternal youth.

In India, the Emerald is considered the gemstone of planet Mercury. In Hindu mythology, Mercury is the son of the Lord of Love and is a manifestation of Wisdom and Words. However, the planet is also known for its dual nature and as shrewd and astute are those born under the sign of Mercury, those afflicted by the negative effects of the planet may suffer memory loss, inadequate reasoning power, speech defects, lack of concentration, and/or insomnia. The Emerald is believed to shield its wearer from these ill effects of the largely benefic planet. It is believed to harness the positive energy of the planet to its wearer and bring him/her confidence. Mercury also symbolizes younger siblings, in particular, sisters, and the Emerald is therefore believed to nourish the bond between siblings. To reap the astrological benefits of any gemstone, it is recommended that the stone remains in close contact with the skin, as it would in an open set ring or pendant.

The Emerald has been an integral part of quintessential Indian jewellery. Temple Jewellery of South India uses the green hues to brilliantly contrast the rubicund shades of rubies, while Kundan and Moghul Jewellery showcase the Emerald in all its glory. Stones of higher caratage are now being used in conjunction with diamonds for added splendour.

Whether it wards off the ill effects of Mercury, or to aid fertility, or maybe just because you need Emeralds to coordinate with your favourite outfit, we, at Gehna, understand and respect every need. Visit us, or contact us to design your Emerald masterpiece. Talk to us about what other gemstones you would like to enhance the beauty of your precious Emeralds. Brainstorm with our designers on how you can make your emerald sing the green song and wear the perfect handcrafted piece with pride.

If you liked reading our blog on exquisite emeralds, you may also be interested to explore more about our article on Legends and Lore Surrounding Emerald Jewelry & Elegant Emerald Jewellery for a Taurus Woman.

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1. Jasper – Known to take diverse forms, this semi precious stone is great for those born under Virgo; it’s also good for those born in October. It comes in a range of colors, from red, yellow and blue to pink, green and other hues. This stone is known to align all your chakras and promote plenty of good luck while ridding you of sleep disorders. You’ll be surprised just how many people suffer from insomnia and can’t seem to find an answer through Medicine.

2. Agate – Known to balance yin and yang in feng shui, this gemstone is great for both Geminis and Virgoans. In addition to brining good luck, it’s also known for its healing capabilities. By promising to destroy obstacles, it ushers in good luck for the wearer. There are intricate universal energies associated with this stone that make its boast quite true.

Note: We’ll avoid astrological connections with the rest of the stones. You’re certainly getting into the flow of what these gemstones and Gehna can do for you so it’s best we stick to the core functions these gemstones have to offer.

3. Aquamarine – Call on this gemstone when you wish to get rid of worries. It may require you to perform a few other things based on whom you consult(ed) after or before coming to Gehna. The gemstone aims to enhance what you do (action), making it quite worthy of your efforts.

4. Cat’s Eye – This one’s great for when you need luck understanding other people better. It may be a laughing matter to some people who might say ‘Bah, you need a gemstone to understand people? Why not go socialize more’. But, what those same people don’t often realize is that even the best socializers fail time and again to understand others around them. In the modern world, where so much needs instant decision making and perfect comprehension of what’s being shared in, say, a conference room, some well-founded ancient gemstone aid can go a long way.

5. Amazonite – This one’s a great choice to attract luck in helping you realize your dreams. So many of us follow our dreams, going through the mini-humiliations such a pursuit tags along. Then again, so many others have given up and conformed to society’s rigors, for survival or otherwise only they know. The thing is your journey (your dream) is your own and, as such, is not a competition. Only you can follow this dream. So when you make up your mind and are ready to trod the untaken path again, be sure to arm yourself with all the essentials, one of which is old knowledge that here takes the form of a supportive gemstone.

6. Malachite – This is the one for luck in business. People have luck in business whether they use gemstones or not. The thing is these stones, based on knowledge of a bygone era, vibrate at certain intensities (or energies). As you can imagine, these energies are linked to other vibrations (all things in Life are connected). These ‘other things’ include luck, healing, understanding and so on. Wearing these gemstones helps enhance your chances, especially based on your own work effort. Remember this for the stones that came before and the ones that you’re about to read after.

7. Emerald – A good choice for luck in marriage and love. Sometimes, as is natural, romance dulls and things enter into that dreaded field called ‘routine’. This causes boredom and, to put it simply, causes the fire to temporarily go out. A little help from the right sources can aid you considerably. There’s no real need to pay thousands for a therapist or such like when you and your partner know the resolution lies with the both of you. A little personalized help through a gemstone like Emerald will go a long way in sparking ideas within your heart. (Gehna has other gemstones that cater to this need, so don’t feel shy to ask if your explorations on our site haven’t helped.)

Emerald Paisley Studs

8. Red Jasper – Provides luck in eliminating fear. This is a crucial gemstone for everyone, even the boldest among us. We all give in to fear at some point or other. Only a fool will say they don’t. You may have learned how actors sometimes rely on this stone for a major audition or performance. To eliminate fear is no eay task. Granted, it takes more than a gemstone on you to aid in that endeavor. However, in time you’ll see that fear-battling is a combined effort, one that involves diverse emotions that are then further enhanced when you have the proper gemstone on you.

9. Garnet – To attract some much needed luck in your career. Work and careers could do with some luck indeed. Facts and logic help, but only so far. It wouldn’t hurt to try something that’s been known to work for a lot of people throughout history.

10. Tourmaline – A great choice to help get you double the luck in any given situation or circumstance. Luck is like money, the more the merrier. There have been early observations that record how some stones have the energy/intensity/vibration to increase certain life-attributes. This stone is a fine example of the lot.

Dainty Drops

You’ll find all these good luck stones and more here at Gehna. We aim to provide you the right gemstone based on your communique with us. Ensuring timely delivery, high quality and personal satisfaction are certainly on our list.

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