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Stone Guide

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Emerald

It is said that Cleopatra was particularly fond of this stone, so it makes sense that Olivia incorporates emeralds into her collections. Hindus believe that those offering emeralds to the god Krishna will be rewarded. Since “givers are high in Heaven,” they will receive “Knowledge of the Soul and the Eternal.” The gods richly reward such generous giving. Hindu teachings associate emerald with the planet Mercury. 

Emeralds represent loyalty in friendship and in love. It is said to repel negative energy and bad influences and promote clairvoyance to he or she who wears it.  Emeralds increase wisdom and patience. If worn near the fourth chakra, that of the heart, it soothes our emotions. 

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Ruby

The ruby has been called the most precious of the 12 stones created by God. Hindus regard the ruby, known as “the king of precious stones,” as more valuable than any other gem. The Mani Mala describes the Kalpa Tree, a symbolic offering to the Hindu gods, as composed entirely of precious stones. Made of sapphires, diamonds, topazes and emeralds and other gems, this magnificent tree would bear rubies as fruit. One of the ceremonial offerings Hindus leave at various temples consists of gems and jewellery. Regarding those who gift rubies, the Harita Smriti says: “He who worships Krishna with rubies will be reborn as a powerful emperor. If with a small ruby, he will be born a king.”

Ruby is a powerful stone to shield against negative energy, psychic attack, and energy vampirism, especially of the heart energy. Working with Ruby one may feel that all sense of limitation has been removed, strengthening courage, joy, leadership qualities and selfless work in all spiritual endeavours.

As a symbol of passion, ruby makes an ideal romantic gift.

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Australian Opal

The Australian Opal is one with mystique and charm. It is said to boost your Venus planet when worn (planet of love and beauty). The opal is a well rounded stone that provides its keeper with good luck and deep understanding of his or her core self. All our Australian opals are sourced from a small producer in Australia. They are solids and untreated. 

We generally use Australian Opals for bespoke orders. You can submit a bespoke order form here. 

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Sapphire

Today Sapphire is still a Stone of Wisdom, a royal stone of learning, mental acuity and psychic activation, a seeker after spiritual truth. Its pure Blue Ray brings order and healing to the mind, lending strength and focus, and an ability to see beneath surface appearances to underlying truths and to utilize that knowledge. It stimulates the Throat and Third Eye Chakras, allowing one to access deeper levels of consciousness in order to gain a fuller understanding of self. Associated with the planet Saturn, Blue Sapphire embraces order, structure, and self-discipline, and is ideal for accomplishing goals and manifesting ideas into form. Sapphire’s power to transmute negative thoughts and energy also makes it highly effective for earth and chakra healing.

Our sapphires are sourced in Australia and come in an array of colours. All stones are non-treated and uncoloured. 

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Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli is one of the most sought after stones in use since man's history began. Its deep, celestial blue remains the symbol of royalty and honour, gods and power, spirit and vision. It is a universal symbol of wisdom and truth.

Lapis Lazuli was among the most highly prized tribute paid to Egypt, obtained from the oldest mines in the world, worked from around 4000 B.C. and still in use today. Referenced in the Old Testament as sapphire (unknown in that part of the ancient world), Lapis Lazuli is most likely the fifth stone in the original breastplate of the High Priest, as well as those of later times.

We source Lapis Lazuli upon request. Please submit a custom order request form to enquire about the Lapis Lazuli we have on hand or can source. All sourced in Istanbul from Afghanistan. 

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Morganite

Morganite is a powerful, high vibrational, universal stone of unconditional love. A member of the Beryl family, and siblings of Emerald, Heliodor and Aquamarine, Morganite is the pink variety of Beryl. It helps to attract and maintain love. Morganite activates and cleanses the Heart Chakra, connecting to Divine Love. 

With its gentle pink energy, Morganite attunes to the heart and the Heart Chakra. It cleanses the emotional body of stress and anxiety, old wounds and hidden traumas, and enkindles lightness within the spirit, as if a burden has been lifted. It brings in the frequency of Divine compassion, inspiring the awareness that life’s suffering and pain served a higher purpose in our spiritual growth, and can be a catalyst for moving forward in peace and confidence.

We source our Morganite in Istanbul, cut to order. Please send us a custom order request form for more information. 

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Shell Cameos

It is alleged that the noun "Cameo" apparently comes from Kame'o, a word used in kabbalistic slang to signify a "magical square", i.e. a kind of talisman whereupon magical spells was carved.

Typically, cameos are carved by hand to form delicate face profiles or landscapes on the shell surface. 

We source our Cameos in various places: flea markets in Istanbul and we have access to small cameo produces in regional Italian cities. 

Please send us a custom order form to enquire about the cameos we have on hand. 

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