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The natural turquoise ring, the timeless jewel!

The natural turquoise ring, stone of protection and appeasement is one of your favorites, it is quite normal, and we explain why in this article.

Turquoise is a blue-green colored gemstone that has long been used for decorative and medicinal purposes. In lithotherapy, turquoise is considered a protective stone that helps strengthen positive energy and ward off negative energy.

When worn as a ring, turquoise is believed to help calm the mind and improve communication. It is often associated with the throat chakra, which is related to self-expression and communication. By wearing a turquoise ring, women can boost their self-confidence and their ability to express themselves clearly.

But the turquoise ring also has a unique aesthetic aspect that inexorably attracts. Its bright, shimmering color makes it a popular piece of jewelry for any occasion, from casual wear to dressy nights out. Turquoise pairs well with other gemstones, such as coral or onyx, to create elegant and timeless ring designs.

In short, the turquoise ring is a versatile jewelry choice that combines both beneficial lithotherapy properties and an attractive aesthetic appearance. If you're looking to add a splash of color and style to your jewelry collection while enjoying the benefits of crystal healing, the turquoise ring could be a great choice for you.

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Turquoise through the ages

Turquoise is a gemstone that has been used for thousands of years by different cultures around the world. The Mayans believed that turquoise had magical powers and considered it a sacred stone. They used it to create jewelry, mosaics, and carvings to honor their gods. North American Indians also considered turquoise a sacred stone and often wore it as an amulet to protect against evil spirits. They also believed that turquoise had healing properties and used it to treat stomach aches and headaches.

Tibetans also have a long history of using turquoise. They consider the stone a symbol of protection and good fortune. Tibetans believed that turquoise had the ability to protect against negative forces and diseases, and often used it to make amulets and talismans. Turquoise jewelry was also very popular among Tibetan nobles. Even today the Tibetans wear the turquoise ring as a signet ring or even on several fingers, they also wear the turquoise in the form of Dzi (pronounced zee) this oblong pendant.

Turquoise has also been used by other cultures around the world, including the Egyptians, Persians and Greeks. The Egyptians used turquoise to create jewelry and ornaments for the tombs of the pharaohs, while the Persians considered turquoise a symbol of wealth and power and often used it in the jewelry of nobility. The Greeks also used turquoise to create jewelry, but also considered it a protective stone that could help dispel negative energies.

In summary, turquoise has been used for thousands of years by different cultures around the world. The Mayans, North American Indians, Tibetans, Egyptians, Persians and Greeks all considered it a gemstone with protective, healing and magical properties. Even today, turquoise is highly valued for its unique beauty and its soothing and protective properties.

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Lapis lazuli, properties and virtues

Lapis lazuli is a semi-precious stone with a deep blue color, sometimes mottled with white (calcite) or golden glitter (pyrite). The use of lapis lazuli dates back more than 6500 years! Loved by the Egyptians, Babylonians, Chinese, Greeks and Romans, this deep blue stone has been used in the finest works of art throughout the ages. One of its most famous uses is in King Tutankhamun's death mask. One of his successors, Cleopatra, used ground lapis lazuli as eye shadow. Marco Polo wrote about lapis lazuli mining in 1271.

In the Middle Ages, painters ground lapis lazuli to make the dark blue paint known as "ultramarine", the blue used to paint the dresses of Mary of Nazareth on the walls and ceilings of churches, including the Sistine Chapel. In South America, pre-Columbian cultures, including the Incas, carved, traded, and fought over lapis lazuli from the mines of Argentina and Chile.

lithotherapy

Since the dawn of time, lapis lazuli has been associated with strength and courage, royalty and wisdom, intellect and truth. In ancient Egypt, lapis was powdered and worn around the eyes to improve eyesight. Today, it is considered by some to help balance the brow chakra (which influences vision and hearing). Imbalances of the frontal (or blue) chakra are said to cause headaches, anxiety, and skin disorders.

Lapis lazuli is also a symbol of cheerfulness and harmony. It is a stone of love and friendship, which creates an aura of tenderness and sympathy around its owner. Lapis is particularly recommended for nervous people, on whom it has a calming action.

Anecdote

The two-part name for this stone comes from two different cultures: lapis is a Latin word meaning "stone", while lazuli comes from the Persian word lazhuward, meaning "blue".

Stones and chakras

Lapis lazuli can be used on the third eye and forehead chakra. Applied to the 3rd eye chakra, it solicits intellectual properties and intuition.

Maintenance of lapis lazuli

Lapis lazuli has a hardness of 5 to 6/10, 10 being the hardest stone, diamond. It is a natural stone quite sensitive to shocks.

To maintain your lapis lazuli stones, simply wash them with clear water. Professional ultrasonic cleaning from jewelry stores is not recommended for this semi-precious stone.

Lapis lazuli has a medium hardness, which makes it harder than many other popular stones, but more fragile than many transparent gemstones. Lapis is sensitive to pressure, heat, and household cleaners. Clean the lapis with warm soapy water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth and store dry, in a bag or box where the lapis can't get scratched or scratched by other jewelry.

Lapis lazuli jewelry & fair trade

Omyoki offers handmade lapis lazuli jewelry, created in collaboration with our artisan-partners in India. Original creations, in limited editions, and sometimes in unique pieces. This video puts in image, this history of know-how and craftsmen.
Each workshop was visited, to check the working conditions, the quality of life and the fair remuneration of the craftsmen. A personal relationship has been established with each artisan, around countless teas and spending hours chatting, as it should be in Asian countries.

Some of our lapis lazuli jewelry

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