Identify 135 of the most sought after and popular gemstones, minerals and crystals through photos and descriptions of color variety, luster and transparency range. Scientific and metaphysical properties of each gemstone plus significant meanings or historical uses, or how it is formed.
Topics covered include:
135 Gemstones, Crystals and Minerals
Color – Details & Variations
Elemental Composition
Crystal Structure
Hardness & Specific Gravity
Luster
Transparency
Metaphysical Properties
Other Facts:
Historical Uses or Meanings
Current or Historical Metaphysical Uses
Also Known As – If Relevant
Birthstone
Suggested uses:
Buying Guide – identify metaphysical or historical uses of stones for you personally or as a meaningful gift
Collectors – handy identification and properties reference
Jewelry & Art – know the structure and durability of your materials for mounting or carving