The following list below are gemstones that are more popular ones usually found in retail-stores. The text was compiled from the highly recommended from all gemstone lovers. Enjoy!

PRECIOUS AND SEMI-PRECIOUS

ALEXANDRITE

A stone of many colors. This unique gemstone elicits a color-changing effect. In the daylight, it looks like a deep-earthy turquoise color – inside under the light of a lamp Alexandrite is red with a touch of raspberry. Value of this gemstone is higher when the color-changing effect is more pronounced.*Alexandrite is typically purple, green, and blue and stands for intuition, creativity, and imagination.

AMETHYST

Amethyst is a myriad of colors with purple predominantly and is renowned for protection, cleansing, and healing. Amethyst is a fitting birthstone for February. In addition to the beautiful color of this gemstone, Amethyst is also widely popular because it’s abundant and comes in many shapes and sizes, which make this more affordable than many gems.

AQUAMARINE

You can almost visualize the color of this gemstone just by its name alone. In fact, Aquamarine literally translates to “seawater”, and the color is a vibrant blue that brings to mind images of the sea. Symbolizing youth, health, and fidelity, this timeless gemstone is also a birthstone for March.*Aquamarine is a stunning pastel blue and is associated with youth, health, and fidelity.

CITRINE

Golden yellow-orange hues in the Citrine gemstone were no doubt the origin of the saying that “Citrine is a gift from the sun”. French for the word lemon, Citrine ranges from a bright lemon yellow to an orangish-brown color. Widely available in many shapes and sizes, including very large stones, Citrine is one of the most affordable and popular gemstones.*Citrine ranges from bright yellow to an orange-brown. It was long thought to protect from evil thoughts and snake venom and is associated with prosperity and success.

DIAMOND

Harder than any other gemstone on Earth, diamonds have been highly sought after since ancient times. For hundreds of years, women and men have been wearing diamonds and they are considered the ultimate gift and symbol of love. Diamonds are available in a variety of cuts and colors, and when evaluating a diamond –  the 4 C’s apply: cut, color, clarity, and carat.*Diamond is most popular in its colorless variety, but is also found in colors and it stands for purpose, initiation, and clarity.

EMERALD

As a May birthstone, Emerald is the perfect color to symbolize springtime because it represents rebirth and love. Value of an emerald is higher in the stones with deeper, more intense hues of green. In fact, the most valuable Emeralds in existence are so rich they also exhibit vivid-bluish hues.*Emerald is known for its rich green variations and is associated with love, rebirth, and fertility.

FANCY-COLORED DIAMONDS

Because certain rare geological conditions must be present to create a colored diamond – these gemstones are scarce and expensive. Pink, blue, yellow, orange, green, red, and brown-colored diamonds exist. The value of a colored diamond is dependent on the intensity of their color in terms of tone, hue, and saturation.

GARNET

January’s birthstone can be found in a wide variety of colors, all with incredible hues and tones. Garnet can be found in various shades of red, green, orange, brown, pink, and purple. Mysticism surrounds this gemstone with legends that it protects against accidents and nightmares. Around the world, people give Garnet gemstones to one another as gifts for any occasion.*Garnet is found in many colors, but perhaps is most popular in orange and brown. It is said to promote healing and provide protection from nightmares and accidents away from home.

JADE

Everyone is familiar with green shimmery Jade gemstones. But, did you know that Jade is also found in shades of yellow, white, pink, and lavender? Because this gemstone was thought to preserve the corpse of the dead, it’s not uncommon to find in tombs. Various shapes exist for Jade, but a flat disc is the most common.

LAPIS LAZULI

Lapis Lazuli dates way back to 400 B.C. and is a highly-revered gemstone. Vibrant blue tones within the stone have been used for paint in ancient culture. The name of this stone is a combination of the Persian word lazhward, “blue”, and the Latin word lapis, “stone.” The rich celestial-blue color of this gem has long been associated with gods, royalty, power, spirit, truth, wisdom, and vision.Lapis Lazuli is a sparkling blue gem that has been considered a powerful aphrodisiac and is believed to keep limbs healthy and free the soul from envy, error, and fear.

MOONSTONE

Beneath the pearly luminescent covering of the moonstone lies centuries of mystique and power associated with this gorgeous gem. Alternating layers of Albite and Orthoclase create an effect called adularescence – which is the diffraction of light as it hits these layers.*Moonstone comes in a variety of colors with translucent effects, but the best Moonstone features a blue sheen and colorless body. This mysterious stone is symbolic for intuition, inner work, and patience.

MORGANITE

Known as the stone of divine love, Morganite is an overall pink precious gemstone. When looking closely at this gem, a myriad of dazzling shades are visible from soft subtle tones of pink and lavender to peach and apricot and even hot fuschia. Morganite symbolizes love and prosperity.*Morganite is found in various shades of pink and is not surprisingly a symbol of divine love, healing, and prosperity.

ONYX

Black Onyx is typically the first variation of this gemstone that comes to mind. However, many do not realize that Onyx comes in a variety of colors, including white, brown, reddish brown, and banded. Sardonyx is a type of Onyx that has reddish brown, white, and lighter bands throughout. Regardless of the options, black remains the most popular variety of Onyx.

OPAL

Opal became known as the “Queen of Gems” in ancient times because it hosts all the colors of other gems. Unique as our very own fingerprints – Opal is an original and versatile gemstone that will never date or go out of style. Some Opals display stunning blues and greens while others feature yellows and reds – and even rarer Opals are found in stunning black.*Opal is truly a matrix of every color of the rainbow and is said to help the release of attachments and emotional amplification.

PARAIBA TOURMALINE

Paraiba Tourmaline was only discovered in the late 1980s, but it has become one of the rarest and most valuable gems worldwide. Coincidentally, the gem comes from the ocean shores of Paraiba, and the electric blues and greens are reminiscent of its origins. No other gem in the world has the same shades of blues and green as this gemstone.*Paraiba Tourmaline features shades of electric greens and blues and is believed to aid in communication and helps one get in touch with inner truths.

PEARLS

Pearls have been admired, sought after, and even worshipped by people throughout documented history. Pearls are a birthstone for the month of June. What makes pearls so unique compared to other gemstones is that they are the only ones that are formed inside of a living creature. Cultured pearls can be found in many colors from pale cream, lilac, white, rose, gold, black, grey, and green.*Pearl is best known for its creamy white variety, but can be found in other colors as well and stands for self-care, nurturing, and healing.

PERIDOT

An August birthstone, Peridot, is an historic stone that is most commonly found in a signature lime-green color. In ancient times, this gem was said to be a gift from Mother Nature, and people have believed it could bring the wearer healing powers and magic.*Peridot is the only gemstone available in just one color, green. It’s no surprise that it symbolizes creation and is believed to promote healing powers and instill power.

ROSE QUARTZ

The stone of love and relationships, which may account for its popularity. Like all varieties of Quartz, Rose Quartz is a universal healing stone and is versatile in its physical and metaphysical applications. Its vibration is nurturing, gentle, comforting, and reassuring. 

RUBELLITE

Red Tourmaline, also known as Rubellite Tourmaline, combines vivid shades of pink with dark ruby red and violet tint. Unlike other gemstones, true Rubellite gives off just as much intensity in daylight as they do in artificial light. The vibrant colors in this gem symbolize life, energy, and passion.*Rubellite is a pink and ruby-red combination and its meaning is balance, life energy, and tranquility.

RUBY

Known for many years as the “king of all gems”, Ruby represents emotion, courage, love, and passion. Often owned by kings and royalty throughout the ages, rubies were believed to bring good fortune to the wearer. Rubies are the most-valued gemstones and come in a range of red colors from purplish to bluish or even orange-red.*Ruby is traditionally red and is symbolic of courage, life force, and passion.

SAPPHIRE

Because the origin of the word sapphire is Greek for “blue”, many people associate Sapphire with blue or bluish-purple hues. Known as a birthstone for the month of September, Sapphire represents honesty, purity, trust, and loyalty. Because of this symbolism, Sapphires are the most popular gemstones to adorn engagement rings today.*Sapphire is found in nearly every color, but is famous for the blue varieties and it symbolizes honesty, purity, and trust

SPINEL

Because the color of Spinel is similar to that of the Ruby, centuries ago it was referred to as the daughter of the Ruby. Contrary to popular belief, Spinels are actually rarer than Rubies, but can often be found in large sizes. Spinel is a birthstone for the month of August.*Spinel is red, pink, orange, or purple and is believed to protect from harm, reconcile differences, and ease depression.

TANZANITE

Mount Kilimanjaro is the only place on Earth where Tanzanite gemstones have been found. This gem is a birthstone for the month of December and displays an intriguing rich-blue color with tones of vivid purples.*Tanzanite is velvety-blue with deep purple undertones and stands for the integration of heart and mind, and wholeness.

TOPAZ

Topaz is a birthstone for the month of November and comes in various shades of green, blue, red, honey, yellow, brown, pink – or even no color at all. Imperial Topaz is the most highly-prized and features orange and pink undertones.*Topaz comes in many colors but is most renowned for its yellow-gold and amber variations. Meanings behind topaz include magnification, clarity, and manifestation.

TOURMALINE

The name Tourmaline means “mixed stone”, and this October birthstone lives up to its name! This unique stone is available in a rainbow of colors and often features more than one of these colors: mint, peach, pink, magenta, blue, violet, dark green, bright yellow, purple, and more.*Tourmaline comes in several colors and is symbolic of joy, love, and emotional healing.

TURQUOISE

Turquoise is one of the oldest-known gemstones. In addition to being ancient, Turquoise is also a December birthstone. Its distinct robin’s egg blue color has drawn people to this gem for centuries, and it’s symbolic of healing, wealth, and luck.*Turquoise is famous for its bright blue color and is said to promote healing powers, wealth, and good luck.

ZIRCON

Zircon is found in an array of colors, including dark red, brown, orange, green, and yellow – but the most popular and well-known varieties of Zircon are bright Caribbean Sea colors. Also, a December birthstone, Zircon is associated with honor, wisdom, prosperity, and resting.#Zircon is most commonly found in a sky blue color. It’s said to help make ideas happen, promote honor and prosperity in its wearer, and help with sleep.