Many individuals see gems (or gemstones) purely as ornamental jewellery, such as Jade cabochons; that is, jewellery to wear simply for aesthetic reasons. But stones are also believed to have many therapeutic powers; e.g. (depending on the stone) the power to encourage confidence, concentration, relieve headaches and stress, promote a calm mind, and encourage positivity.

This article will look at a handful of stones and their claimed medicinal properties. A disavowal before we go any further : The following is based on a collective belief, and there is no assurance as to the efficaciousness of such gems and their believed healing properties.

Haematite
A powerful gemstone that gives aids willpower and strength. Effective in balancing the body and spirit. An anchoring gemstone which reduces anxiety and is said to alleviate insomnia.

Malachite
A powerful stone which can suck up negative energies and “contamination”. Useful for individuals suffering from emotional stress.

Moonstone
Heals the emotions, improves the forces of intuition and improves the power to enter the subconscious.

The above stones are just a tiny pick of stones that are claimed to possess medicinal powers. The only concrete way to discover if these gemstones can work for you is to wear such gemstones if you suffer from an ailment that a gemstone is claimed to help alleviate.