Guest Author - Rachel Rome

At the enchanting holistic day spa Terme Di Aroma, a holistic day spa at 32 North Third Street, in Philadelphia's Historic Section, I was so impressed with the gorgeous sculptural amethyst tree, along with other gemstones in the case, I just wanted to stare at the gemstones. After a long time of looking at the tree, while, feeling foolish, I asked the owner if I was unusualy, and he assured me I wasn't, that gemstones have special qualities.

Thinking about it, I recalled the many spas I have visited also sold and displayed gemstones, which can bring serenity, wisdom and calm to those who wear and display them. Gemstone jewelry, such as earrings, pendants, bracelets -- also looks good! Below is a list of gemstones and quality, and all are sold -- inexpensively -- on the website silvergemshop.com, which my son set up after his return home from the Peace Corps,to help support his village and friends in Nepal,. Every day, I select a different stone to wear depending on my mood. Turquoise, amethyst, citrine, garnet, moonstone, carnelian and coral are some of my healing favorites.

Below is more informatiaon on specific gemstones.

"At silvergemshop.com.Believers in the beauty, healing, and calming energy of unique, lovely gemstones can buy jewelry from the other side of the world. All of the rings are hand-crafted in Nepal, a nation that boasts beautiful mountains and a rich culture,Gemstone's all hold different attributes and meaning," says Aaron Rome, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, Nepal. Here's an description of gem attributes:

Amethyst -- Increases vivid dreams, relieves depression, promotes calm, serenity, and spirituality. Helps with addiction and stress.

Black Onyx is a good, protective stone. Also releases old relationships and keeps away general negativity.

Carnellian strengthens the voice and provides self-confidence. Again, it is used to counteract doubt and negitive thoughts. It also confers patience. It is worn to prevent skin diseases,insanity, nosebleeds and all diseases and as a general health inducer.

Citrine -- Helps digestion and aids in mental and intellectual functions. Increases self-esteem.

Coral -- Helps in childbirth and adoption. Wards off bad thoughts from others and promotes general well-being.

Garnet -- Balances your natural energy. A highly protective stone.

Green Onyx -- Good protective stone. Also releases old relationships and keeps away general negativity.

Labrodorite -- Strengthens the will and inner strength and convictions. Aids in combatting addictions.

Lapis -- This luscious blue stone promotes emotional healing and stability. A High intensity stone, it cleanses the spirit to bring out inner truth and peace.
Moonstone -- Helpful in psychic work. Opens the spirit to the feminine aspect. Draws love and helps in interpersonal relationships.

Peridot -- Conveys leadership, determination, idealism.

Rainbow Moonstone -- Helpful in psychic work. Opens the spirit to the feminine aspect. Draws love and helps in interpersonal relationships.

Tigers Eye -- Clear thinking, helps in manifesting will, courage, and confidence.

Topaz -- Is the "stone of tre love and success".

Turquoise -- Healing stone. Attracts friendships, luck, and happiness. Releases shame and guilt.

All of these gemstones are available at silvergemshop.com in the form of * Bead Jewelry, * Gem Bracelets, Single and Mulit-gems, * Earrings, * Pendants, Single and Multi-gems, and * Rings