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Known and loved for over 7,000 years, jade is one of the most popular green gemstones on the market today. When the stone was discovered, it was used to create a variety of weapons and tools due to its incredible durability. For this reason, jade was once more valuable than gold in some parts of the world. The name of this precious stone comes from the Spanish expression "piedra de ijada", which translates as "stone for pain in the side". Many historians believe that jade was named so because the natives of Central America used to hold pieces of the...

Origins of the meaning of the anchor symbol Theanchors have been used for thousands of years to prevent boats and other vessels from drifting out to sea. This symbol has something for everyone, especially those who are going through difficult times, who are about to embarking on new journeys or who simply want a touch of positivity in their life.The anchor symbol is ubiquitous, used injewelry, themtattoos, art and literature to symbolize a whole series of positive concepts.   A brief history of the anchor symbol To understand the symbolism of the anchor and why it is so popular among...

Coral was once considered a mere marine plant, yet the precious stone is actually an organic product, derived from living organisms located in the depths of the ocean.Red coral grows from the skeletons of coral polyps, animals no larger than one millimeter in size. Their skeletons, made of calcium carbonate, pile up to form coral. This ancient process comes with ancient traditions.    Deep in Greek mythology, legend has it that this magnificent gemstone was formed when Perseus beheaded Medusa. After cutting off his head, a small drop of his blood flowed into the ocean, becoming the brilliant red stone...

History of the compass To understand why the compass is popular among jewelry lovers, we need to take a quick look at the history of the compass.The first compasses were created in China, where they were used as a navigational instrument. Compasses were important to maritime navigation and were used by sailors and travelers. Over time, other types of compasses were created in medieval Europe and the Middle East, and their use spread.   compass necklace by Santa Muerte The magnetic compass is the best known of all types of compasses and is renowned for its ability to perform one...

theLapis lazuli, or simply "Lapis" as it is often called, has been a popular gemstone for thousands of years. The word "Lapis" is a traditional Latin word that translates to "stone" and derives from the Arabic and Persian name for the stone of Lapis, which was "Lazaward". Lapis is usually an intense blue. Various places around the world have given the name of the stone to words denoting the color "blue", for example the English word "azure". Fine quality lapis is still considered one of the most auspicious blue gemstones. The stone itself is usually in the form of crystalline...