Semi-Precious Stones

The history of Minerals, Crystals, Metals, Semi-precious Stones, Gems, Gemstones and Rocks for the Jewelry Industry, Collectors and Geologists
Geography
Locations of Deposits and Production Information
Healing
New Age, Spiritualist and Religious uses for Mental and Physical Healing
History
Role in World and National History
Mythology
New and Ancient Myths and Legends 
Properties
Physical and Chemical Distinctions for Identification
Sleep/
Dreams
Superstitions About Dreaming and Sleep
Spirituality
Beliefs about  Role in the Spirit World
Symbolism
Corresponding Birth and Astrological Signs
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We find the history of Minerals, crystals and Semi-Precious Stones Fascinating. 

Discovering the history surrounding a mineral, crystal or metal can be especially helpful in understanding it. Taking into account the anthropology, archaeology, geography, the technology and belief system of a culture or the cultures who utilized it, the history can result in rich stories of its role. What were the prehistoric minerals? What about the history of Gemstones? Where did the Slave Bracelet come from? What role did the mining of Gold play in Egyptian History? 

 Copper, and its oxides, which are the most ancient minerals used,  began to show up in ancient jewelry in Sumeria, Pre-Columbian America and Egypt around 4000 BC, played vital roles in the wars fought in those highly volatile regions, perhaps spurring the beginning of arms races that have driven technology advancements since then. What could be more fascinating than finding out about Bronze Age Jewelry and how did they manufacture jewelry settings back then? And did you know that King Solomon wore Garnet during battles? 

The history of these metals, minerals, crystals or metals is not only their history but also the history of man. Explore them plus silver history,  diamonds and other historical references to Jewelry in the links to the right.

 

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