Earrings of Rhodolite Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Citrine and Amethyst

These 14mm diameter hoop earrings in rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver are crafted with high-purity, hand-faceted natural stones. A 3mm circular faceted blue topaz sits at the center, surrounded by a rosette-like structure of silver leaves. These leaves are set with 2mm circular faceted amethysts, citrines, peridots, and rhodolite garnets, also prong-set. The hoops fasten with a post and wing back.

Rhodolite garnet:

Rhodolite is the name given to a mixture of almandine and pyrope. The name rhodolite likely comes from the Greek word "rhodon," meaning rose. Rhodolite tends to be lighter in color than most other types of red garnet. It can easily be mistaken for ruby ​​due to the similarity in color.

In ancient times, as well as in the Middle Ages, people believed that the cosmos was reflected in gemstones. Garnet was associated with the planets Mars, Mercury, and Pluto.

Origin: Tanzania

Properties: It is regenerative, provides vitality and willpower.

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.