Rhodonite

Katherine Bree September 23, 2024

The name Rhodonite comes from the ancient Greek word “ῥόδον” (rhódon) which means Rose. In 1819, German naturalist Christoph Friedrich Jasche gave it the name "Rhodonite"

It was first discovered in the Ural Mountains of Russia in 1790. The locals there called it Orletz, Russian for “eagle stone”, as small Rhodonite pieces were found inside eagle nests. It created a local tradition of putting Rhodonite in babies’ cribs, maybe thought to enable their children to be strong and free like the eagles.

Rock Crystal

Katherine Bree September 23, 2024

Today, crystal balls are still used for mystical divination, gazing and New Age healing. It is believed that Rock Crystal amplifies the energy of other minerals.

Amethyst

Katherine Bree September 23, 2024

Worn by Kings and the Clergy throughout history, Amethyst was once considered more rare and valuable than a diamond. One legend says that Saint Valentine wore an Amethyst signet ring with the image of Cupid carved into the gem.

Aquamarine

Katherine Bree March 28, 2024

Known as the gem of the sea, the name ‘Aquamarine’ comes from the Latin aqua marinus, meaning “water of the sea,” It is popularly known as the birthstone for March. I’ve incorporated Aquamarine beads into necklaces and bracelets in the Water Element collection

Garnet

Katherine Bree March 28, 2024

The birthstone popularly associated with January is Garnet.

The word "Garnet" comes from the Latin word granatus for seed or grain, most likely a reference to the seeds of the pomegranate fruit. In fact, some garnets do resemble pomegranate seeds in colour, size, and shape.

Since ancient times, garnet's traditional red colour was associated with the heart and blood. People believed garnet had a mystical power to counter melancholy, stir the heart to great deeds, prevent haemorrhage, and improve circulation.

I have used Garnet beads throughout the Fire Element collection.