About the gemstones

Mythical properties of gemstones

Amazonite: associated with love, truth and honour. It is a very soothing stone and can help alleviate worry and fear.
Amethyst: said to protect the owner from drunkeness. It makes the wearer gentle and good natured and enhances common sense. Amethyst is the stone for Aquarians and the anniversary stone for the 4th and 6th year of marriage.
Aventurine: said to increase confidence, promote emotional tranquility and a positive attitude. It can open the heart to love and help heal emotional pain. It is the anniversary gemstone for the 8th year of marriage.
Blue topaz: topaz is an empathetic stone directing energy to where is is needed most. Blue is an excellent colour for meditation and for living according to your own aspirations. It is particularly useful for solving problems and for those engaged in the arts. Topaz is the birthstone of Scorpions.
Chalcedony: often worn to promote calm and peace it is also a nurturing stone and helps group stability. It is thought to prevent melancholy and stimulate creativity.
Onyx: is a protective stone that promotes physical and mental strength and good decision making. Traditionally it was worn round the neck to cool lust and support chastity. It is also used to help change habits.
Sardonyx: is the gem of courage and it was worn by Roman soldiers. It is used for protection, courage, peace and luck. It also promotes happy conclusions in legal and contractual agreements. The birthstone for Leo.
Smoky quartz: promotes concentration and is a gentle grounding stone and it can help deal with issues of anger and resentment. It is said it can also help you make wise purchases and manage money more effectively.

Love Ruby does not guarantee that any of the gemstones will bring about the above effects.

Caring for your jewellery

If you take care of your jewellery it will last for many years. Cleaning your jewellery correctly will ensure that it says in good condition.
Use a silver polishing cloth to clean silver.
You can use mild soap and water to clean your jewellery. But always use a soft cotton cloth to dry them.
Do not wear your silver jewellery when swimming, in the shower or doing the dishes.
Get professional help from a jeweller to clean very dirty pieces.
Store your jewellery in tissue or in the box it came in – you will also be sent an anti tarnish bag to prevent your silver from tarnishing.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, detergents and commercial cleaners to clean delicate gemstones. And do not spray with perfume etc. To clean delicate gemstones and pearls, wipe with a moist cotton cloth.
Always read instructions on Jewellery Cleaners and machines before using them.
If you wear your jewellery a lot it should be restrung every 6 months or so – please get in touch about this service.