by will sprout

Created on: October 13, 2009   Last Updated: October 25, 2009

Since the earliest times people all over the world have put their faith in the power obtained from gems, crystals and precious metals, and the have also relied on them for their ailments. Today the Chinese still use powdered pearls, corals and gems in their medicines, and various Native American Indian Tribes place great medicinal value on certain gems.
This belief which still exist worldwide, can be traced back to Ancient Roman and Greek writings, but the emphasis on their 'values' was not really utilised until the Middle Ages.

The superstitions associated with gems are many fold and follow two different areas of life; the spiritual and the physical. The spiritual influence which supposedly arises from the gem involves them in the use of remedies against natural or supernatural elements. The second area of use follows a more physical path, where the gems are used for medicinal purposes; here gems can become used in spiritual healing and also for actual use in 'concoctions.'

Gems.

Agate is said to subdue thunder storms, to please the gods, and to reveal futures. Wearing it is supposed to quench the thirst and also cure the blind. A black agate with white veins is considered to be a charm against every danger.

Amazon Stone are carried for luck.

Amber protects against witchcraft and brings good luck. It is said it will help you gain weight; aids throat problems and can also cure blindness.

Amethyst is for pleasant relaxing sleep and is used against pain.

Aquamarine is said to grant one the ability to read minds.
Cat's Eye ensures good weather and keeps the wearer looking attractive.

Also used for gambling luck.

Coral subdues storms and lightening. It is used for indigestion.

Crystals are said to protect against witchcraft and can be used to see the future and bring good luck. It is also employed to prevent disease in cattle.

Diamond protects from evil spirits and danger but can bring misfortune or luck when found. It is said to promote courage in battle.

Emerald is used to bring rain and prevents against epilepsy and diseases. It is said to sponsor immortality.

Flint placed over your doorway keeps bad luck away.

Garnet is said to protect you from thieves and can make someone love you. Also used for luck.

Granite is said to strengthen the heart but weakens the mind.

Jade promotes good luck and causes others to say yes.

Loadstone is said to alleviate pain and make the deaf hear. Often used has a protection on journeys.

Marble brings bad luck when cracked.

Onyx

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