Ancient Egypt and the influence of gemstones

In Ancient Egypt gems were used as a symbol of health, luck and protection.

These stones reflect joy and delight.

Turquoise is one such adorned by Egyptians thousands of years ago this is believed to be associated with sky and the bringing of sky energy to the earth

Turquoise

This precious stone is said to advocate honest and clear communication. Also known as a healing stone and also known to bring in abundance.

The Lapis Lazuli,

is an ancient gemstone. In fact the oldest of all gems clad by Sumerians and Egyptians.

Lapis Lazuli

With its deep blue opaque appearance succeeded in alluring the ancient Pharaohs, this gemstone was a favorite in amulets and scarabs.This stone combines the blue of the sky and the glitter of the sun

Powdered Lapis was used by Cleopatra as an eye shadow

Cleopatra who was said to be fanatical about gemstones using the stones for lavish jewelries and to color the which is believed to treat eye diseases. Cleopatra wore these gemstones claiming that is displays a good luck charm

Sapphires,

the stone of wisdom and serenity,known to release mental tensions and dispel depression were used as eye washes amongst the Egyptians.

The sapphires were known amongst  the people to ward off the evil spirits and  a glimpse of this stone was believed to bring in good luck