Gems have been intertwined with the story of mankind since ancient times. The tradition still continues. The best way to wear gems is in the form of gemstone pendants.

It is widely believed that wearing of gemstone pendants helps to balance emotions and thus leading to a more meaningful life. The stones in the gemstone pendants give out their own energies.

Therefore for maximum benefit the gemstone pendants must be in contact with specific parts of the body. To take one instance – for personal empowerment the best gemstones are carnelian or quartz.

The gemstone pendant must touch the body over the solar plexus. Gemstone pendants contain often many gems and these have a combined effect if worn over the thymus or the witness area of the body.

The amethyst has a calming effect while the tourmaline energizes. The right type of gemstone pendants touching the correct parts of the body increases the immunity and well being of the body.

There is no end to the number of gemstones that are considered lucky and worn as gemstone pendants – diamonds, ruby, sapphire, emeralds, jade, opal, topaz, garnet etc.

Research has shown that gemstones have positive healing powers apart from uplifting the spirituality in man. Evil is warded off. Thus it cannot be trifled with apart from its aesthetic value and beauty.

Gemstones come in various colours and tints – each with its distinctive powers. Gems are either stones or are from living organisms. Skilled artisans cut and polish the stones to bring out the inner glow.

It is a trade that is passed on from one generation to another. All gems are not as durable as diamonds. Some, like the pearls, need careful handling. It is difficult to penetrate the secret of gem artistry.

Pounds of gems are sorted, immersed in water and then drilled carefully. These are then kept overnight on a bed or rice before they being packed in tiny bags with name tags.

Unlike gold and silver the gems do not have a standard value but varies according to the time and demand. Sometimes gemstone pendants are priceless.

Online one can view exquisitely crafted gemstone pendants – agate cameo pendants showing mother and child, horse, lady with a bird, a ferret, a princess, mermaid, sitting cat and many more.