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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Afghanite

Discovered in 1968, Afghanite showcases a range of blues with white inclusions. These magical inclusions are UV-reactive, fluorescing bright orange under black light.

Agate, Botswana

The most royal of agates, Botswana agate is famed for its extra-fine banding of white, black, shades of grey and occasional touches of pink or salmon hues.

Agate, White

White agate is believed to be a stone of balance and release. According to metaphysical beliefs, this agate gemstone helps harmonize feminine and masculine sides.

Jade, Mountain

Called mountain ''jade,'' this stone is actually high-grade dolomite marble from Asia. For jewelry, this material is frequently dyed rich, vivid colors, but its white form is also beautiful.

Jasper, Dalmatian

Dalmatian jasper, better known as Dalmatian stone, is an opaque, white spotted gemstone with brown and black that will make people turn around and look back at jewelry featuring it.

Jasper, Silver Leaf

Natural sophistication. That's what Mother Nature got when she combined grey, black and white in a beautifully swirling pattern to create the distinctive silver leaf jasper.

Jasper, Tigerskin

Tigerskin "jasper" is a perfect choice for earthy jewelry styles. Its contrasting swirls and stripes of tan, yellow and yellowish brown create a tawny stone that's so rich looking its decadent.

Jasper, White

White jasper has a bright, clean opaque white appearance. According to metaphysical properties, white jasper lifts spirits and brings joy, nurturing our inner desire for calmness.

Magnesite, White

The most commonly occurring color of magnesite is white, with an appearance similar to unglazed porcelain. The stone is often dyed and used as an economical substitute for turquoise.

Moonstone, Multicolored

Named for its sheen, moonstone is the most well-known feldspar. This moonstone is a mix of warm oranges, neutral whites and cool greys—making it an ideal gemstone for all seasons.

Moonstone, White

Beneath the soft shimmering surface of moonstone gemstones surges a deeper, lovelier beauty: a white "moon"-like sheen that rolls over the stone as it is rotated or catches the light.

Mother-of-Pearl, White

Especially popular in Victorian-inspired jewelry designs, mother-of-pearl shell is often seen as cameos, but it isn't just for feminine jewelry, as it is a favorite for cuff links and tie tacks.

Opal, Ethiopian

Ethiopian opal has a milky white to light amber base coloring and displays the play of color that makes opals both famous and highly desired for jewelry.

Quartz, Solar

Solar quartz is a rare formation of white crystalline quartz with some druzy inclusions and beautiful natural orbicular patterns that may have green or brown moss-like inclusions.

Topaz, White

Sparkling white topaz is used equally well as a centerpiece or accent in jewelry designs. Read on to learn more about this beautiful and adaptable gemstone.