Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Citrine and Amethyst Ring

Size 18 ring crafted in rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver. It features eight oval crystals arranged to form a beautiful and colorful flower. At the center of the design is a faceted garnet measuring 6 x 4 mm, cut into a rectangular shape. The petals of citrine, peridot, blue topaz, and amethyst, faceted into oval shapes measuring 4 x 3 mm, are set on a thin silver band using prong settings.

Garnet:

The colors are more intense due to the presence of iron; they are dark crimson, purple-violet, brown, and dark red-orange. It is said that Noah used a garnet lamp to guide his ark through the darkness of night.

Origin: Madagascar.

Properties: It is regenerative, provides vitality and willpower.

Zodiac sign: Aries

Peridot:

The modern term “peridot” derives from the Arabic word faridat, meaning “gem.” In the Middle Ages, it was widely used by the Church. It was the preferred gemstone of the Baroque era. Peridot was already being used in Egypt as a gem and healing stone two thousand years before Christ. This mineral is also known as chrysolite.

Origin: Brazil.

Properties: It is useful for living our own life and treasuring wisdom.

Zodiac sign: Libra.

Citrine:

It is a clear quartz crystal; its color is due to small deposits of iron. In ancient times, citrine was used as protection against snake venom and negative thoughts. It was also used as a talisman to protect against the plague.

Origin: Brazil.

Properties: It serves as a guide to wealth and abundance.

Sign: Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius

Blue Topaz:

In ancient European and Indian cultures, topaz was considered the stone of Jupiter. It represents mastery over one's own life, self-realization, and wisdom. In Mexico, it was used to uncover the truth in cases of conflict. Blue topaz is due to its iron content.

Origin: Pakistan.

Properties: It helps us structure our lives according to our own desires, it enhances sincerity.

Zodiac sign: Leo.

Amethyst:

According to Greek mythology, Dionysus, the god of wine, desired a maiden named Amethystos. She wished to remain chaste and prayed to the gods for help. The goddess Artemis heard her prayers, transforming her into a transparent crystal. When Dionysus learned of this, humiliated, he poured wine over the rock, staining it purple. The Greeks and Romans drank from amethyst cups to avoid drunkenness.

Origin: Africa.

Properties: It is perfect for meditation, it protects against negative energies from the environment.

Sign: Aries, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces.