HOW TO CHOOSE GEMSTONES

CHOOSING GEMSTONE BY ELEMENT

According to the western esoteric system, all things in the nature are a combination of four elements - Fire, Earth, Air and Water. Transparent gemstones are connected to the energy of Yang, and opaque - with the energy of Ying. Thus, transparent and translucent gemstones are connected with the elements of FIRE and AIR, opaque - with the elements of WATER and EARTH.

Element Fire

In antiquity it was believed that FIRE is the beginning of everything, as it brought to life all other elements.
The corresponding Zodiac signs are Aries, Leo and Sagittarius.
Gemstones of Fire have a positive influence on blood circulation; they eliminate stagnation in the body and can “recharge” the body of wearer, give him an impulse to action. Gemstones of Fire cure melancholy, increase physical and mental vigour. However it is necessary to watch closely the effect of their influence to avoid an overdose of Yang energy.
Gemstones of Fire: Amber, Fire Agate, Fire Opal, Diamond, Ruby, Red Garnet, Red Jasper, Sardonyx, Red Tourmaline, Zircon.

Zodiac talismans - element Fire

Aries

Leo

Sagittarius

Element Earth

Zodiac signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn.
Gemstones of Earth are opaque, but bright and they have a strong power. Gemstones of Earth help their owner to find firm ground, to gain confidence. They call for a constancy, erase any lingering doubts, balance mentality and strengthen physical health and endurance.
Gemstones of Earth: Agate, Black Tourmaline, Onyx, Malachite, Obsidian, Jasper, Aventurine, Cacholong, Gagate, Jadeite, Quartz, Turquoise, Nephrite.

Zodiac talismans - element Earth

Taurus

Virgo

Capricorn

Element Air

The corresponding Zodiac signs are: Gemini, Libra and Aquarius.
Gemstones of Air are transparent or semi-transparent, of white, goldish, pink, or blue color. Gemstones of Air Element fight inertia, encourage a change in mentality, quick thinking. Air gemstones help the person to be more flexible. These gemstones are especially useful to people with chronic diseases either body or soul. They make an ownwer mobile, sociableflexible and quick.
Gemstones of Air: Sapphire, Rock Crystal, Citrine, Smoky Quartz, Tourmaline, Topaz, Gold Beryl, Chrysolite, Rhodonite, Blue Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Amethyst, Carnelian.

Zodiac talismans - element Air

Gemini

Libra

Aquarius

Element Water

Zodiac signs: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces.
Gemstones of Water are transparent or semi-transparent. They are able to change their color, as they have a strong Yin energy. Gemstones of Water have sedative effect. They dissolve and carry away negative emotions and upsetting thoughts, protect the wearer against evil eye and any negative energy. Gemstones of Water are useful in meditation since they help to achieve relaxation. These gemstones help to see the essence, the fundamental principle in everything.
Gemstones of Water: Emerald, Chrysoberyl, Opal, Aquamarine, Moonstone, Pearl, Coral, Hematite.