Gemstones have long been associated with particular traits or benefits that they bring to the wearer.

Here is a brief guide to aid you in your choice.

Gemstone	Colour	Properties
Agate	Various	A harmonising stone to soothe the mind & aid concentration.
Amethyst	Purple	Imparts clarity of mind & aids decision making. Cleanses the blood & encourages restful sleep.
Aquamarine	Pale Green	A stone of courage, said to reduce stress & calm the mind. Traditionally carried by sailors to promote safe travel on water.
Blue Lace Agate	Pale Blue	Cooling, calming & healing, particularly for the throat.
Citrine	Pale Amber	Brings a sense of balance & wellbeing, heightened logic & intuition. Said to attract wealth.
Emerald	Green	Enhances unity, loyalty & faithfulness in love & friendship. Brings wisdom & broadens vision.
Garnet	Dark Red	Inspires love & devotion. A stone of commitment & fidelity.
Hematite	Dark Grey	Dissolves negativity & gives psychological strength to overcome addiction. Strengthens relationships. Aids circulatory problems & stimulates absorbtion of iron.
Jasper	Various	A strong, nurturing, stable stone that encourages determination & independance.
Kyanite	Blue/Grey	A tranquil stone said to restore energy balance.
Labradorite	Grey/Iridescent	Mystical & spiritual stone that heightens intuition & brings clarity of thought. Regulates metabolism.
Moonstone	White/Rainbow	Stone of new beginnings, assisting in fertility, conception, pregnancy & childbirth. Soothes stress & aids insomnia.
Onyx	Black	Gives strength & self-protection from negativity or unhealthy relationships. Supports teeth & bones.
Opal	White/Grey	Associated with love & passion, a symbol of faithfulness. Aids depression & eye problems.
Pearl	White/Various	A symbol of purity & innocence. Symbolises faith, truth & honesty. Linked to marriage.
Peridot	Green	A powerful cleanser, said to aid detoxification & heal tissue. Balances negative emotion & relieves depression.
Rose Quartz	Pale Pink	For unconditional love & infinite peace.
Sardonyx	Black/Brown/Cream	Promotes happiness, strength & stability in marriages & relationships.
Smoky Quartz	Brown/Grey	A protective, grounding stone to promote positive thought & insightfulness. Said to aid abdominal pain & boost fertility.
Tiger Eye	Brown/Amber	Used as a protective stone that enhances luck & prosperity. Promotes positivity & the ability to recognise one's strengths.
Turquoise	Turquoise	A healing stone to dispel negative energy & encourage inner calm. Detoxifys & relieves pollutants & infections.