THE LANGUAGE OF GEMSTONES

Since the dawn of time, fascinated by precious and semi-precious gemstones, different civilizations have given them various attributes and particular meanings. This symbolism is intimately related to the interpretation of color symbolism in general. By playing this matching game, we can have fun interpreting the color scheme of a particular décor as a function of the properties of the stones to which it is linked.

Aquamarine

From the Latin “AQUA” signifying water and “MARE” sea

Good luck stone for sailors

Virtue: guarantee of a happy marriage

Evocative of: friendship, sympathy, confidence, harmony, tolerance

Soothes anxiety, stimulates logic and intuition

Amethyst

A stone greatly favored by kings and queens

Symbolizes spirituality (cardinals wear it on their rings, and its sacred character is also recognized by Buddhists)

Promotes harmony, relations with others, spiritual healing

Stimulates intuition and balance

Jade

Royal stone of the Chinese for more than 5,000 years

Its Chinese name “YU” means “something precious”

Assures immortality

Symbol of love, virtue and wealth

Strengthens the body, regenerates the spirit