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Can Diamond Be Worn with Yellow Sapphire?

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  Gemstones have a significant role in astrology since each one is an embodiment of a certain planetary body's energy. Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj), governed by Jupiter, and Diamond (Heera), ruled by Venus, are two of the most popular stones that are not only famous for their beauty but also for their astrological benefits. People frequently ask the question - Is it possible to wear Yellow Sapphire along with a Diamond? Well, the answer is quite a bit dependent on the interactions of planetary energies in one person's natal chart. So let us examine the topic more thoroughly. The Planetary Connection Yellow Sapphire stands for Jupiter, the planet of wisdom, wealth, spirituality, and prosperity. It is considered to bestow success, knowledge, and marital harmony through the wearing thereof. Diamond is a symbol of Venus, the planet of love, luxury, beauty, and artistic expression. It makes the wearer more charming, attractive, and prosperous financially. Notwithstanding that, Jupite...

Opal Gemstones: Meaning, Uses & Healing Powers

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  Fire opal is one of the most beautiful and mysterious gemstones in the world with its brilliantly dazzling multicolor play-of-light, it has attracted admiration from kings, queens, painters, and the spiritual seeker through the ages. However, opal gemstones are not just mesmerizing visually - they also embody symbols, energies, and healing powers. So let's examine the spiritual significance, the uses, and the benefits from the opals. The Spiritual Significance of Opal Gemstones The name of the natural opal stone is a derivative of the ancient Indian word upala, and the Latin word opalus, which means "precious stone". In the past, opals were a symbol of idealism, innocence, and the truth of the spirit. Ancient Romans believed that they only brought good luck while in the Middle Ages Europeans tended to think that opals had magical powers to protect the wearer. In the modern era, the opal has been linked with the concepts of imagination, inspiration, and emotional bala...

What Are the Myths of Ruby Stones?

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  For ages, Rubies have been known as one of the “King of Gemstones”, and rightly so because of their red glowing lustre. Besides being elegant in their own right, Ruby stone have always been a center of attraction because of myths, legends, and idle talk, and this is one of the reasons why these stories elevate Rubies not just as precious stones but as a symbol of prestige, safekeeping, and love.   Ruby as a Stone of Protection  In the past, soldiers thought that Rubies would make them undefeatable in war. A Burmese (Myanmar) myth suggested that by forcing Rubies under the skin, the soldiers would become both scared and invincible. This myth forced Rubies to be acknowledged as a stone of might and safekeeping. The Flame Within  According to the thoughts of the ancient, Rubies were to have fire eternally burning inside of them. They assumed that the gemstone’s fiery radiance was never coming to its end even in the dark. The myth facilitated the notion of the gem...

Pigeon Blood Ruby: Origin and Rarity

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  The Pigeon Blood Ruby is the most highly sought-after gemstone all over the globe. People are attracted to the gem because of its deep rich red color with a slight purple tinge. This rare shade is so dazzling that it has become the hallmark of ruby quality. But what is the reason for its rareness and where is it from? In this article, we will be talking about the origin and rarity of this excellent gemstone. Origin of Pigeon Blood Ruby The top source of pigeon blood rubies is Myanmar (Burma) as a whole, especially the Mogok Valley. For a long time, the "Valley of Rubies," has been producing some of nature's most precious gems. The first-class color concentration of the translucent and luminous one-inch Burmese rubies are the main reason they have been loved by people for ages. Moreover, ruby deposits have been discovered in the last decade in Mozambique, Vietnam, and Madagascar. These places can provide quite brilliant stones, nevertheless, the historically important a...

Blue Topaz Stone Price Guide

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  The Blue Topaz is a splendid one among the semi-precious gemstones, well appreciated for its flashing blue colors and soothing vibrations. If you want to buy it either for astrological benefits, healing purposes, or as an elegant piece of jewelry, then knowing the Blue Topaz  stone price factors in the USA is really important. So, it makes sense to ask what the price of it depends on and how we can get the right one. Factors Affecting Blue Topaz Price 1. Color Quality Topaz in blue color is available in several shades like Sky Blue, Swiss Blue, and London Blue. London Blue is usually the most expensive and rarest among these and Sky Blue is the most affordable. The price goes higher with the deepening and brightening of the color. 2. Clarity and Transparency The most desired and therefore, valuable is a natural Blue Topaz with high clarity and no or very few inclusions. If there are cracks or other types of inclusions, the stones will be at a lower price. 3. Carat Weight Sim...

Royal Blue Sapphire Price Guide

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  Royal Blue Sapphire, a blue sapphire that is renowned for being one of the most luxurious and with the most intense and velvety brilliance that keeps its unique qualities, is the first choice in the competition of precious gemstones of the world. Practically, it can be called a gemstone of wisdom and wealth which in the past was highly appreciated by royal families and collectors. Nevertheless, because of the limited availability and continuous demand, the answer of how much a Royal Blue Sapphire price is not always straightforward. This price indication will let you know the features that the sapphire's value embraces to put forward. Factors Affecting the Price of Royal Blue Sapphire 1. Color Of all features, the color is most highly valued in Royal Blue Sapphires that show the deepest vivid blues without being too dark or too light. The high interplay between saturation and tone is that which calls for the highest prices on the market. 2. Clarity Just like in the case of all ...