Gemstone Meanings | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Gemstone Meanings and Properties

Have you ever wondered the meaning of your favorite gemstone? How about amethyst's metaphysical properties? Are there any green gems besides emerald or peridot? We have answers to all these questions, along with notes about the proper care and cleaning of hundreds of gemstones. Find out the meanings, properties and powers of everything from Amethyst to Zoisite. And don't forget to get inspired by gorgeous design ideas, too!

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Ammonite

Ammonites are eoliths of now-extinct marine molluscs called ammonoids. It's no surprise that ammonites, with their spiral shape, are symbols of change and positive motion.

Calcite

Calcite is an effective abrasive cleaning agent and in the metaphysical world is believed to be a spiritual cleanser, helping change perspective and renew commitment to positive change.

Diamond

Diamonds may be everything from a girl's best friend or coal that stuck to its job—either way it's a gemstone with a mystique all its own, a symbol of stability and dependability in an ever-changing world..

Fossil Coral

Fossil coral is a natural gemstone created when prehistoric coral is gradually "agatized." It stands to reason, according to metaphysical beliefs, fossil coral can help bring about change.

Pietersite

How pietersite forms is an interesting process involving one mineral changing into another. Learn how this happens, why pietersite is called the tempest stone and more intriguing facts.

Rhodochrosite

While some may think pink gems are for women's jewelry, the warm red undertones of rhodochrosite will change your mind. And the metaphysical properties can help with that change!