The power of gemstones

Posted on 2 January 2025

In this blog, you will read about the effects of gemstones on humans!

Gemstones are ancient and formed under high pressures and temperatures. Because of this impact from the earth, many people believe the stones possess special powers.

Amethyst

Appearance and origin of amethyst

The colour of amethyst ranges from lilac to dark purple. Amethyst gets this colour because it contains iron and/or manganese. The mineral is partly translucent and has a glass-like luster. Large deposits of the gemstone can be found especially in Brazil. In addition, the crystal can also be found in North America, Asia and Russia.

The effects of amethyst

Amethyst has a purifying and protective effect. This crystal stimulates self-insight, allowing you to be honest about destructive behaviour. In addition, this crystal also helps you gain more insight into your own emotional processes. Partly because of this, this crystal is also suitable to support processing traumas and letting go of destructive behavioural and/or thinking patterns.

Amethyst is also called the ‘stone of moderation’, as it is often used when dealing with various types of addictions. Amethyst stimulates the forehead chakra - third eye chakra - and the crown chakra. As a result, amethyst can promote intuition and spiritual growth. With an amethyst quartz, the effect of the gemstone is enhanced thanks to the quartz. In the past, it was also called the bishop's stone, because it was thought by the church that the stone possessed magical powers.

In addition, the gemstone amethyst stimulates your inner peace and balance. As a result, it helps with stress, anxiety, sadness, anger, homesickness and gives this crystal more peace of mind. Partly for this reason, amethyst is also widely used during meditation.

Rose Quartz

Appearance and origin of rose quartz

Pink quartz is a gemstone from the quartz family. Its colour is pink, ranging from pale pink to darker stones. The stone forms in pegmatites: this is igneous rock with very large crystals. Rose quartz occurs mainly in Africa and Asia, for instance in Madagascar and Sri-Lanka. But the mineral can also be found in other places on earth.

The effect of rose quartz

Rose Quartz is known as the stone of unconditional love, softness and security. Hence, this gemstone is perfect as a gift for birth or to your partner. Rose quartz can help a baby feel loved. For adults, the stone is popular to support self-love and being close to yourself. It can help you heal childhood traumas and reinforces positive affirmations.

Place rose quartz by your bedside or in the relationship corner of your home to attract love and romance or restore harmony in existing relationships. Rose quartz supports people to let their creativity flow freely, creating the most beautiful things. The gemstone has a calming effect and helps deal with homesickness. It dissolves tensions and stress, and counteracts anger and resentment. Rose quartz dispels fear and distrust and lifts shyness. Rose quartz gemstone frees repressed emotions and grief.

Rock crystal

Appearance and origin of rock crystal

Rock crystal a is clear white or colourless gemstone. The stone is formed from a combination of oxygen and silicon fusing together under high temperatures. Rock crystal is found in several places on Earth, including parts of Europe, South America and Asia.

The effect of rock crystal

Rock crystal is a gemstone with healing properties. Because the stone is so pure and neutral, it is perfect for generating positive energy and healing traumas. It has a powerful spiritual effect and high vibration. This encourages clarity of mind and development of gifts. The stone can also help protect your aura and create more balance. The gemstone affects your mental well-being by promoting concentration and problem-solving abilities. All in all, rock crystal has a purifying, vitalising effect and works against nausea and abdominal discomfort in some people.

Agate

Appearance and origin of agate

Agate is a gemstone composed largely of translucent crystals with quartz. Recognisable is the stone's skin: a greenish-grey exterior. Agates form in different rock types, such as in volcanoes. They come mainly from Brazil, Uruguay and the Americas.

The natural colour of agate can vary from grey, blue and green to red or black. The stone is also available in purple or pink. This is then often artificially coloured.

The effect of agate

Agate has a grounding, stabilising effect that offers you protection. Traditionally, it is known as a lucky stone with healing powers. This gemstone can provide a sense of security and has a calming effect on the mind. For many, agate therefore helps in finding emotional balance and inner peace. The stone can also help you work better. It enhances your ability to concentrate, think analytically and be solution-oriented. You can set realistic goals and work towards them. So the powerful agate stone also has an effect on your personal growth.

Agate also has a positive effect on your physical condition. Think of your nervous system, digestion and blood vessels. For pregnant women, the stone can offer protection, which makes it nice to carry agate with you during pregnancy. The stone is suitable for both adults and children.

Calcite

Appearance and origin of calcite

Calcite is a gemstone composed largely of salt, namely calcium carbonate. It is one of the most common minerals on earth. Another name for this rock is calcite. The colour of calcite ranges from colourless or white to blue and orange.

The effect of calcite

Calcite has a stimulating effect on your personal development. It can help you work on spiritual growth. This is because the gemstone boosts your self-confidence and motivation and provides inner peace and calmness. This mineral has a positive influence on your ability to think and concentrate, which indirectly helps with success. You can also use the coloured stone to remove negative energy from your home or any other space. Calcite is also said to have a good effect on your physical health, for example in problems with the heart, bones and joints.

Selenite

Appearance and origins of selenite

Selenite comes in different colours. It can be a white, orange or greenish stone. The gemstone is often confused with rock crystal, as it sometimes looks very similar. The name is derived from the Greek goddess of the moon, Selene.

The effect of selenite

Selenite is a gemstone with protective power. The stone provides insight and is useful for spiritual growth and meditation. The white stone has a grounding effect and has a positive influence on your aura. Use selenite for inner peace, emotional balance and peace within yourself. Do you suffer from your back or inflammations? For some people, selenite can promote healing of physical complaints.