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Known for its multiple colors, Opal is the birthstone for October. The stunning display of colors that the stone gives, makes it one of the most beautiful gemstones in this day and age. The stone derives its name from the Greek word “opallios,” which means “alter”, thanks to the changing colors with which opals are marked. From darker to lighter shades, from black to Mexican fire opals there is a wide variety of these gemstones in the market. However, the darker the gem and the more colors it has, the rarer and more valuable it becomes. It is believed that wearing this stone can bring immense good luck in the life of the wearer. It is also said to increase the faith of the wearer. Special types of Opal stones While there is a wide range of colors that Opals are known for, there are some special types of Opals that have gained prominence across the world. Here is a brief description of some of them: ·        Black Opal – One of the mos...

MOST POPULAR HEALING STONES & THEIR BENEFITS Gemstones are those rare products of nature which have contributed to the various cultures its mystic power. The healing properties of stones can effectively be utilized to balance our physical as well as the other invisible subtle bodies. In the ancient cultures, people were aware of the healing and energetic properties of their precious and semiprecious stones. There is a healing stone available for whatever purpose it is sought for. Gemstones generally have multiple healing qualities which are housed within a single stone. However, some stones have a reputation for being helpful in certain areas. Some of these stones are considered as healing specialists.  Some of the most popular gemstones which are attributed to having spiritual properties here are: Blue Sapphire Blue Sapphire is one of the strongest and the fastest acting gemstones. It has excellent healing abilities to soothe the senses and blesses with cal...