A lovely ring, made of Rose Gold Flash over Sterling Silver which features 1.20cts of beautiful Galileia Morganite and Pink Tourmaline.
Precious metal: Rose Gold Flash over Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 2.64g
Number of Gemstones: 5
Shape: Oval and Pear
Total Carat Weight: 1.48cts
Morganite (Beryl)
Birthstone Month:
Beryl is not associated with any particular birthstone month.
Morganite owes its pink coloration to the presence of Manganese impurities.
History & Lore:
The origin of the name Beryl is thought to derive from the Sanskrit word
'veruliyam', an old term previously used for the gemstone Chrysoberyl. It is also believed to derive from the Greek Word 'beryllos' which means crystal, and was originally applied to all green gemstones but was later used exclusively for Beryl.
Morganite found its name in 1911 when it drew the attention of one of the world's most esteemed gemstone experts, George Kunz of Tiffany & Co®. He named it in honor of millionaire banker and mineral collector John Pierport Morgan.
The largest faceted Morganite is a
598.70 carat cushion-cut that originated in Madagascar. This fantastic example
currently resides in the British Museum.
It is documented that Pliny, a Roman
scholar, used powdered Beryl to cure injuries relating to the eye.
Legend says that it was once used to ward off demons and evil spirits and that it can protect the wearer from danger while traveling. Other legends also state that Morganite can be used to bring good
luck, cheerfulness, energy, and eternal youthfulness. It is also said to be effective at treating disorders of the heart and spine.
Morganite is believed to insinuate and
nurture feelings of love, and increase tenderness in a relationship. Morganite can enhance one's communications skills and provide patience to help focus during times of stress. In addition to this, it is believed to provide and encourage relaxation, peace, and joy of life. Physically, it is believed to aid respiratory disorders and increase the supply of oxygen to cells.
Pink Tourmaline
Birthstone Month:
Tourmaline is one of the two gemstones associated with the month of October.
History & Lore:
The name Tourmaline is widely accepted as being derived from the Singhalese expression
tura mali, which when translated means “stone of many or mixed colors”.
Tourmaline
is often referred to as the rainbow gemstone, due to the huge amount of colors that it is available in. This was certainly believed by the ancient Egyptians who believed that when Tourmaline traveled from its home in the earth's core to the surface; it did so along a rainbow, which subsequently gifted the gemstone with all of the colors of the rainbow.
Tourmalines exhibit piezoelectricity and when these stones become warm they become electrically charged – positively at one end and negatively at the other, acting like a magnet and strong enough to attract small particles of dust or ash. It is for this reason that the Dutch of old used Tourmalines to clean their pipes!
Ancient civilizations credited Tourmaline gems with magical and mystical powers, including having the power to guard against danger and misfortune. Tourmalines are said to have an
especially strong influence over friendship and love, lending permanence and stability to both. Tourmaline gems help to amplify psychic ability / energy and are an excellent aid to increasing self-confidence and understanding. Tourmaline is believed to help assist with tranquil sleep, calm nerves, improve concentration and creative processes and to be an aid to curing cancer.
Pink Tourmaline is believed to represent harmony, joy of life, and lust. It vibrates the heart chakra allowing the wearer to open themselves to
many levels of love. It is also believed to inspire spirituality and creativity
well enhancing the one's willpower. Pink Tourmaline is suitable for females as it encourages female balance and security.