Artisan Jewelry & The Meaning Behind The Stones

Jade, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli

Just to name a few! There are thousands of wonderful Semi-precious stones in the world. To some people, they are "just rocks", but given my choice, I would take Turquoise over a diamond any day! To me, Jaspers, agates, onyx have so much more character than say an emerald.
At Renagades Relics I offer some unique artisan Jewelry that are all handcrafted designs. There are various styles of Artisan Jewelry, but the style I carry is Wire wrapped. My pieces are made by Robisons Wire Wrapped Gemstones here in Alabama. Robison's designs are all Genuine stones, that start out rough, then are tumbled and artisticly wrapped by hand with either Sterling Silver, Gold Filled/Gold layered wire, or copper to create these one of a kind pieces! They all come with a Black satin cord with lobster clasp closure and a Black velvet bag. The largest selection I have is on Blujay...won't you check them out?

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Cleansing Your Stone

I believe that the stone picks you, not the other way around. Whenever you look at a stone, do you feel drawn towards one more than the others? That's the stone talking to you! And since each stone has properties that are calling to you, I cleanse every one before shipping. I use sage to remove all negative engeries the stone may have picked up and to renew and strengthen the stones properties. Some may call it blessing the stone.

GEMSTONES

For centuries people believed that having one stone or another could give them insight, peace, courage and heal them of many ailments. To this day stones are used by many cultures and religions for various reasons. Here are some Gemstones and their Meanings...I will be adding to this as time permits so please check back often!
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TURQUOISE

Turquoise is mostly associated with Native American Culture and blue in color. BUT Turquoise is found in many parts of the world and comes in a variety of colors. Its properties include giving the wearer peace of mind and guidance, also a Master Healing Stone believed to heal all sorts of ailments of the body AND the mind. December Birthstone

Pictured is a stunning piece with Yellow Turquoise That is found in China

TIGER EYE

A brown toned stone named for its resemblance to an eye of the tiger. Is associated with the correct use of power, courage, grace and the ability to see clearly and without illusion. Belived to aide in the healing of wounds, bruises,stomach problems, eyes, night vision, reduce pain, alcoholism, reproductive system. Ancient birthstone of November

Snowflake Obsidian

A Wonderful Gray,black with white stone that
Symbolizes purity. It balances mind body and spirit. enhances the ability to reach your inner self. It is one of the earliest known stones to be used for scrying (seeing into the future).

ROSE QUARTZ

One of my favorite stones! Beautiful pink in color believed to give the wearer Emotional balance. Very good for expressing and soothing emotions. and enhances all forms of love. Ancient birthstone of January

MOONSTONE

Beautiful blue stone with (to me) almost opal-like qualities in its looks.

A feminine stone, it is said to have calming properties. Promotes insight, tenderness, harmony, peace,
Is most commonly associated with foretelling the future during the full or waning of the moon. It's a secondary gem of Cancer and a sacred stone to those born on a Monday (Moon Day).

Gives protection for those at sea.

The traditional gift for the 13th Wedding Anniversary

Healing Properties: kidney problems.

Favorite Stones

And their meanings

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JewelryCollectibles

Very nice lens. Gave you 5 stars and added you to my group. Keep up the good work!

Posted September 09, 2008

EverythingMouse

I love moonstones. A great idea for a lens.

Posted September 05, 2008

atarivortexx

On of my favorite necklaces was given to me by a good friend who is half Native American. It has 14 stones on each side and is turquoise. She said that the number 7 is important in her culture, because it represents the number of ways to know something: North, South, East West, Above like the Eagle, Below like the snake, and from within. I love that it has a story, AND it's my favorite color.

This is a great, and informational lense. Five stars!

~Teresa

Posted August 26, 2008