Lithotherapy: vibrant colors and amazing benefits
Whether they are powder pink, sea green, azure blue, flamboyant orange or even scarlet red, the beauty of each stone has something mystical. At Ovie Bijoux, for our creations, we use authentic, ethical and quality stones. Our jewelry is all handmade, with respect and love for the material.
Here are the stones we use to create our superb jewelry (non-exhaustive):
The agate stone: a gem with multiple virtues
Agate, a semi-precious stone prized for its beauty and properties, is a variety of microcrystalline quartz belonging to the chalcedony family. Known for its colorful bands and unique patterns, agate is distinguished by its richness of nuances and its strong aesthetic character. This captivating stone comes from different parts of the world, including Brazil, India, Madagascar, Uruguay, and the United States.
Agate comes in a wide variety of colors, from bright hues of red, blue, green, and yellow to softer shades of gray and brown. Its hardness on the Mohs scale is approximately 6.5 to 7, making it relatively durable and suitable for a variety of uses, including making jewelry and decorative items.
It is recognized for its many spiritual and therapeutic virtues and is often used in lithotherapy to calm emotions, balance energy and anchor the user to the earth. This stone is known to provide protection and security, dispelling negative energies and promoting peace of mind.
Among its most notable benefits, agate helps build self-confidence and overcome fears. It is also known to improve concentration, stabilize the aura and harmonize the physical body with subtle energies.
Agate is associated primarily with the root chakra (Muladhara), which is located at the base of the spine. By balancing this chakra, agate promotes stability, security and a deep sense of well-being. Certain varieties of agate, such as blue agate, can also activate and balance the throat chakra (Vishuddha), thus promoting communication and self-expression.
Agate's properties resonate particularly well with several astrological signs, but it is especially beneficial for Gemini and Taurus. For Gemini, agate helps improve focus and balance emotional fluctuations. For Taurus, it offers energetic protection and strengthens emotional stability.
Agate is more than just a stone; it is a true natural treasure offering a multitude of benefits. Discover its virtues and integrate it into your life to benefit from its stabilizing and protective energy.
Aquamarine or aquamarine
- Color : Pale green to light blue
- Physical benefits : Anti-infection and anti-inflammation of the respiratory tract, helps combat sore throats, allergies and neuralgic pain
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Purification, promotion of self-esteem, calm, appeasement, clarification of mediumistic perceptions (clairvoyance), improvement of the feeling of freedom, improvement of self-expression as well as communication
- Chakra : Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords.
Amazonite
- Color : Pale green to blue-green
- Physical benefits : Support of vital functions, strengthening of the cardiac and nervous system and improvement of the immune system
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Opening of emotions, positivism, serenity, strengthening of the feeling of deep love towards loved ones and loved ones, promotion of listening, improvement of communication and links with others
- Chakra : Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords. Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Amber
- Color : From near-perfect white to dark brown, lemon yellow, honey cognac, blue, green, red and cherry black
- Physical benefits : Relief of pain particularly linked to osteoarthritis and joints and soothing of dental pain in babies and anti-fatigue
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Emotional management, helps combat stress, promotes sharing, improves relationships with others, improves sexuality, increases desire and promotes procreation,
- Chakra : Sacral chakra (2nd chakra). It is located below the navel and is linked to human relationships, meetings and pleasure.
Amethyst
- Color : Dark purple to lilac purple, translucent or opaque
- Physical benefits : Muscle relaxant, mainly in the neck and shoulders and relief from migraines
- Psychological and spiritual benefits : Removal of mental fatigue, calm, meditation and helps fight certain addictions
- Chakra : Coronal or crown chakra (7th chakra). It is located at the top of the skull and is connected to the Universe, that is to say “larger than oneself”.
Green Aventurine
- Color : Opaque green
- Physical benefits : Stimulation of the thymus, promotion of growth, maintenance of healthy skin and reduction of skin rashes
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Encouragement of introspection and self-listening, improvement of self-affirmation and calm
- Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Chrysocolla Azurite
- Color : Brown to blue stone with turquoise blue inlays
- Physical benefits : Anti-inflammatory, relief of menstrual symptoms and relief of ailments affecting the otorhinolaryngology sphere (ears, nose and throat)
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Calm, rest, control of fears, reduction of stress and promotion of harmony
- Chakra : Chrysocolla azurite is associated with all chakras since it is linked to symbiosis.
Citrine
- Yellow color
- Physical benefits : Promoting rapid healing
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Improved good humor, optimism, helps combat nostalgia and increased motivation
- Chakra : Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival.
Carnelian
- Color : Translucent or opaque with matte red sheen
- Physical benefits : Stimulation of sexual appetite, positive action on fertility
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Spontaneity, confidence, emotional management, creative energy
- Chakra : Sacral chakra (2nd chakra). It is located below the navel and is linked to human relationships, meetings and pleasure.
Rock crystal or colorless quartz, translucent quartz, hyaline quartz
- Color : From colorless transparent to opaque white, sometimes blue, green or gold
- Physical benefits : Strengthening the body, amplification of the virtues of other stones
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Management of emotions, calming of emotions, release of harmful energies
- Chakra : Rock crystal is associated with all the chakras since it targets and corrects the aspects to be supported to promote balance in the body.
Fluorite
- Color : Colorless, blue, green, yellow, white, pink, brown, black, blue, purple, red, purple, brownish red
- Physical benefits : Improvement of ailments affecting the nervous system, strengthening of bones, reconstitution of tissues and relief of skin conditions
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Reduction of anxiety, discernment, wisdom and promotion of balance
- Chakra : Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival.
Garnet
- Color : Dark purplish red
- Physical benefits : Strengthening the cardiovascular system, regularizing blood circulation, strengthening arteries, veins and capillaries and reducing wounds and inflammation
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Anchoring, courage, confidence, vitality, increased willpower and opening to the path to success
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Hematite
- Color : Between black and red, silver gray or brown
- Physical benefits : Fight against blood diseases and regularization of menstruation
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Patience, improved listening to others, relaxation, meditation, self-confidence and surpassing oneself
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system. Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
* There is a magnetic variant of this stone which amplifies the virtues of hematite and the benefits of medical treatments. On the other hand, it is not recommended for people wearing a pacemaker due to its magnetic properties.
Howlite
- Color : White marbled with black inclusions
- Physical benefits : Bone, tissue and digestive system support and injury repair
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Soothing, calming, liberating, promotion of quality sleep and removal of torment
- Chakra : Sacral chakra (2nd chakra). It is located below the navel and is linked to human relationships, meetings and pleasure. Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Jade
- Color : Mainly green varying from apple green to gray green and also white, yellow, red, lavender and black
- Physical benefits : Purification of the renal system and promotion of the elimination of toxins
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Harmony, wisdom, positivity, serenity, courage, justice, charity, openness to emotions and reduction of the effect of irritants
- Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
jade picasso
- Grey color with black streaks and sometimes brown spots
- Physical benefits : Support blood circulation and improvement of the digestive and immune systems
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Anxiety relief, calm, energy, thought control, focus on positivity and openness to the future
- Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Jasper
- Color : Multicolored with variations of brown, yellow, red, green, sometimes orange, white, gray, black and exceptionally blue
- Physical benefits : Support for the urinary and gastric systems as well as the liver and pancreas
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Help to overcome difficult stages, going through heartbreak, balance of the emotional state
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Red jasper
- Color : Red
- Physical benefits : Ally for organs such as the stomach, liver, spleen and pancreas, promotion of regular transit and improvement of general health
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Courage, increased determination, meditation, improved self-esteem and emotional stability
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Mochaite jasper
- Color : Multi-colored with shades of brown, red and yellow
- Physical benefits : Support of the blood system, promotion of red blood cell production, blood thinning and support of the immune system
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Calm, serenity and purifier
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system. Sacral chakra (2nd chakra). It is located below the navel and is linked to human relationships, meetings and pleasure. Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival.
Kyanite
- Color : Blue with white veins
- Physical benefits : Cell regeneration, healing and bone repair
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Reduction of stress, removal of disorders due to previous traumas and good circulation of energy
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Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us. Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords. Third eye chakra (6th chakra). It is located between the eyebrows and is associated with intuition (higher intelligence).
Labradorite
- Color : Light gray to red, green, orange or yellow
- Physical benefits : Regulation of metabolism, reduction of the effects caused by hormonal disorders as well as reduction of fatigue by promoting good recovery
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Awakening of the social aspect, mental rest and regeneration of negative waves
- Chakra : Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords.
Lapis lazuli
- Color : Very light blue to ultramarine blue, sometimes purplish, in the most sought-after varieties
- Physical Benefits : Restorative, wound healing, healing and migraine relief
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Creativity, intuition, wisdom, self-confidence and righteousness
- Chakra : Third eye chakra (6th chakra). It is located between the eyebrows and is associated with intuition (higher intelligence).
Larimar
- Color : From white to blue
- Physical benefits : Regeneration, fortification, drainage of the gallbladder and liver, strengthening of the functioning of the adrenal glands
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Soothing, reduction of mood swings and calm
- Chakra : Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords.
Mother-of-pearl
- White colour
- Physical benefits : Stimulant for the immune system, support for the digestive system, healing, improvement of vision
- Psychological benefits : Soothing, calming, regulation of emotions, open-mindedness, creativity and intuition
- Chakra : Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival. Third eye chakra (6th chakra). It is located between the eyebrows and is associated with intuition (higher intelligence).
Black obsidian
- Color : Black, dark brown, gray or green
- Physical benefits : Detoxifying, improved blood circulation and helps combat pain related to rheumatism
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Calm, relaxation, serenity, feeling of security, positivity and inner peace
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Eye of tiger
- Color : Golden yellow to brown to bronze
- Physical benefits : Improvement of joint pain, support of complete metabolism and regulation of the glands (adrenal and pancreatic)
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Development of perseverance, structure of ideas, realization of projects and protection against negativity This fine stone develops your perseverance in order to promote the achievement of your goals and therefore your success. It will also help to structure your ideas to bring your projects to fruition.
- Chakra : Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival as well as spiritual grounding with this stone.
Onyx
- Color : translucent or opaque with a matte sheen and usually black in color with regular white bands
- Physical benefits : Hair strengthening, vision improvement, skin care, strengthening of the heart and improvement of the circulatory system
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Support, emotional management during major life changes, vital energy and promotion of connection with our past lives
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Opal
- Color : Purple, blue, green, red and rarely yellow
- Physical benefits : Purification, improvement of the blood and kidney systems and elimination of toxins
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Energy, self-affirmation, intuition, meditation and sense of accomplishment
- Chakra : Third eye chakra (6th chakra). It is located between the eyebrows and is associated with intuition (higher intelligence).
Opalite
- Color : Blue, sometimes milky white turning towards orange or pink
- Physical benefits : Purifier for the blood and kidneys and elimination of toxins
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Self-esteem, affirmation, calm, anti-fatigue, meditation, open-mindedness and inner strength
- Chakra : Third eye chakra (6th chakra). It is located between the eyebrows and is associated with intuition (higher intelligence).
Peridot
- Green color
- Physical benefits : Toning of the skin, elimination of toxins and regulation of intestinal transit
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Reduction of harmful emotions linked to love and strengthening of self-esteem
- Chakra : Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival as well as spiritual grounding with this stone. Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Freshwater cultured pearl
- Color : White, blue, pink, cream, yellow, gray and in a countless range of shades; white, apricot and lavender colors are the most sought after.
- Physical benefits : Support for the digestive system, reduction of fever and help fight the flu
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Calm, control of anxiety, calming of mood, positivity, spirituality and serenity
- Chakra : none
moon stone
- Color : Brown, green, gray, pink, rainbow, white, yellow or even colorless
- Physical benefits : Regularization of menstrual cycles and hormonal secretions, improvement of the benefits of breastfeeding
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Tolerance, compassion, calms impulsive fears, lightness, openness to the universe and full consciousness
- Chakra : Coronal or crown chakra (7th chakra). It is located at the top of the skull and is connected to the Universe, that is to say “larger than oneself”.
Sunstone
- Color : Orange-pink
- Physical benefits : Brightening and regulation of blood flow and protection of the stomach
- Psychological and spiritual benefits : Vitality, good humor, positivity, improvement in the creation of bonds with others, sexual energy and sensuality
- Chakra : Sacral chakra (2nd chakra). It is located below the navel and is linked to human relationships, meetings and pleasure.
Volcanic stone (lava stone)
- Color : From light gray to deep black
- Physical benefits : Muscle relaxation and flexibility
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Joy, appeasement, help with decision-making, reflection, reconciliation with the past and grounding
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system. Sacral chakra (2nd chakra). It is located below the navel and is linked to human relationships, meetings and pleasure. Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival.
Cherry Quartz
- Color : Cherry red
- Physical benefits : Healing and stimulation of the circulatory system
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Antidepressant effect, appeasement, serenity, inner peace, ability to forgive, positivity, tenderness and self-love.
- Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Rose Quartz
- Pink color
- Physical benefits : Support for the circulatory and renal systems and elimination of toxins
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Inner peace, calm, tenderness, empathy and love
- Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Smoky Quartz
- Color : Very light brown, almost transparent to dark brown or even black
- Physical benefits : Strengthening connective and muscular tissues, supporting the kidneys and pancreas, promoting good genital health and fertility
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Calm, lucidity and support for quitting smoking
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Ruby Quartz
- Color : Red
- Physical benefits : Strengthening connective and muscular tissues, supporting the kidneys and pancreas, promoting good genital health and fertility
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Calm, lucidity and support for quitting smoking
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Rhodochrosite
- Color : Raspberry red, pink, orange red, purple, transparent with shades ranging from pale pink to deep pink
- Physical benefits : Beneficial with heart conditions and healthier skin
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Reduced anxiety and gentleness
- Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us.
Rhodonite
- Color : Pink to red-brown to magenta, sometimes with fine gray or black dendritic inclusions.
- Physical benefits : Support for the immune system against infections
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Love, compassion, openness, receptivity, calm, inner tranquility and self-balance
- Chakra : Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us .
Sodalite
- Color : Shades of blue with white and black inclusions
- Physical benefits : Support for blood pressure and the thyroid gland.
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Control of emotions, logic, rationality, meditation and openness to spiritual awakening
- Chakra : Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival.
Tanzanite
- Color : Yellowish and brown tones which disappear during the heating process (~500°C) to become deep blue
- Physical benefits : Helps to reduce and combat the various ailments attacking the 5 senses and especially the visual and auditory and regeneration of the body
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Stimulation of the imagination, purification of the emotional aspect, positivity, stimulation, encouragement of success, positivity, clairvoyance, intuition and elevation of greatness of soul
- Chakra : Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords.
Topaz
- Color : White, blue, green, yellow, orange, red, pink, purple and even multicolor
- Physical benefits : Tone, reduction of headaches, promotion of deep sleep, healing and stimulation of the digestive system
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Optimism, positivity, clarification of the mind and aid in decision-making
- Chakra : Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival. Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us . Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords. Third eye chakra (6th chakra). It is located between the eyebrows and is associated with intuition (higher intelligence).
Elbaite tourmaline
- Color : Green, red, blue, yellow, pink and colorless
- Physical benefits : Strengthening the immune system and supporting metabolism
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Creativity, imagination, evolution, reconnection, serenity, wisdom and inner peace
- Chakra : The associated chakra depends on the color of the stone.
black tourmaline
- Black color
- Physical benefits : Regulation of hormonal imbalances, improvement of blood circulation, strengthening of the immune and digestive systems and reduction of skin problems
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Protection and self-confidence
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system.
Turquoise
- Color : Pale blue tending slightly to green
- Physical benefits : Regulation of body fluids and reduction in body and mind
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Empathy and calm
- Chakra : Throat chakra (5th chakra). It is located in the throat and is linked to the vocal cords.
Unakite
- Color : Green-yellow to dark green with spots that vary from pink to reddish
- Physical benefits : Support for the gastric system and intestinal functions, support for rheumatism and other bone problems and promotion of immune defenses
- Psychic and spiritual benefits : Appeasement of anger and excessive jealousy
- Chakra : Root chakra (1st chakra) is located at the level of the perineum. It is known for nourishing all the other chakras, it is the master of our energy system. Solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra). It is associated with the energy of the third eye and survival. Heart chakra (4th chakra). It is located at the level of the heart and is synonymous with life, love and the bonds that unite us. Third eye chakra (6th chakra). It is located between the eyebrows and is associated with intuition (higher intelligence).
CAUTION
Information on the properties of fine stones is given for informational purposes only. They do not in any way replace a medical diagnosis or medical treatment. If you have a health problem, always consult a healthcare professional.