When the jewels of Kim Kardashian’s idol, Elizabeth Taylor, went up for auction, the reality star was intent on snagging the Hollywood icon’s jade and diamond bracelets (pictured below). “If you have a piece of jade, the energy goes into the piece and you absorb the energy,” Kardashian told Forbes of her $65,000 purchase. “So, I can feel Elizabeth in the piece.”
But jade isn’t the only stone associated with colorful superstition. Amethyst, for example, has earned a reputation for curing headaches and toothaches, in addition to preventing drunkenness and falling in love foolishly (all this time! — who knew?), while Aquamarine is said to bring wisdom, success and popularity.
In some cases, activation of a gemstone’s alleged powers is dependent upon the actions of its owner. For instance, legend has it that when rubbed directly on gums, coral strengthens teeth, making it a soothing remedy for teething babies. Placing a pearl under one’s pillow is thought to help a childless couple to conceive and women who wear emeralds during childbirth may endure less pain.
The folklore of some gems and stones are detailed and elaborate, as the legends that have been passed down over centuries have grown and evolved over time. Whether you’re a believer or not, the myths can certainly be fun to learn about, especially before making a purchase!
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