A Stone Has Power If You Decide It Has Power: Missing Witches Podcast Episode 118
For your creative listening pleasure! Michelle Pajak-Reynolds chats with Risa Dickens co-host of the Missing Witches podcast about gems, history, lore, and the ethics of her jewelry art in order to answer her daughter’s questions: “Who made it? How did it get here?”
Mira: Modern Talisman Jewelry Inspired by Ancient Landscapes
Inspired by the weathered beauty of ancient and mysterious stone circles the Mira collection features ethically mined Herkimer diamond quartz crystals, Fairmined 14 karat gold and hand-pierced recycled sterling silver. Small and intimate in size, these designs reimagine the magic of ancient landscapes as modern-day talismans.
Gemstone Spotlight: Vesuvianite
Vesuvianite in all its juicy shades of green, represents prosperity and courage and was once worn by Ancient Greeks and Romans as a protective amulet.
Gemstone Spotlight: Zircon
Not to be confused with cubic zirconia, zircon is a gemstone older than our moon and almost as old as our planet. Its use and stunning sparkle has been documented in sacred texts for thousands of years. Available in many colors of the rainbow, zircon gives gem and jewelry lovers a timeless shimmering option for their collections.
Gemstone Spotlight: Golden Enhydro Quartz Crystals
Golden enhydro quartz, a phenomenal gemstone that glows from within and found in only 3 locations worldwide, gives jewelry lovers a remarkable option for their collections.
Gemstone Spotlight: Sapphire
Desired for centuries as the ultimate blue gemstone, sapphires got their name from the Greek word sappheiros which means “blue color.” Deep blue sapphires are considered stones of wisdom, protection and nobility by nearly every culture and religion. While blue is its best-known shade, sapphires are available in almost every color of the rainbow.
Gemstone Spotlight: Peridot
Peridot’s signature juicy green apple color has been desired since ancient times and is one of the birthstones for August.
Gemstone Spotlight: Ruby
Scarlet, carmine, or crimson. Regardless of the name of the shade, the iconic red color of ruby has been coveted and collected by gem and jewelry lovers for thousands of years.
Chrome Diopside: A Juicy Gem for Welcoming Spring
Luscious and juicy chrome diopside offers gemstone and jewelry lovers the perfect shade of green for welcoming spring.
Moonstone: Gem of Beautiful Dreams
The mystical moonstone, one of the birthstones for June, offer far more than meets the eye.