Spinel is believed to protect its owner from harm, to reconcile differences and to soothe away sadness.
Dior – Dior à Versailles high jewelry collection – Double Panache ring

Topaz was believed to have the power to protect and heal by ancient Egyptians and Romans. Legend says that this precious stone also dispels enchantment.
Suzanne Kalan – Fireworks necklace

Turquoise has been attributed with healing powers, promoting the wearer’s status and wealth, protecting from evil and bringing good luck.
Van Cleef & Arpels – Perlée ring

Diamonds have a long history; some say they are created when bolts of lightning strike rocks while other say they have healing powers. Nonetheless, they were and still are considered to be a symbol of eternal love.
Harry Winston – Sparkling Cluster earrings
 
 

Emeralds’ green color has long symbolized love and rebirth. This precious stone was also considered to aid in fertility.
Van Cleef & Arpels – Saule necklace
 
 

Aquamarine has been a symbol of youth, hope, health and fidelity for centuries. It’s also believed to have a soothing influence on married couples, which makes it a great anniversary gift.
Tiffany & Co. – Bird on a Rock clip

Opal was known in ancient times as the Queen of Gems as it encompasses the colors of all other gems, with each opal being truly one-of-a-kind.
Dior – Dior et D’Opales high-jewelry collection – Fascinante Opal ring

Ruby represents love, passion, courage and emotion. For centuries, this gem has been considered the king of all gems and it was believed that it bestowed good fortune on its owner.
Chopard – For You ring

Pearls were called in the Persian mythology “the tears of God”. They are the only gems formed within a living creature. 
Chanel – Coco Avant Chanel high jewelry collection – Marthe earrings

Sapphire represented since ancient times a promise of honesty, loyalty, purity and trust.
Cartier – Cartier Magicien high jewelry collection – Incantation earrings

Amethyst was known by the ancient Greeks and Romans for keeping its wearer clear-headed and quick-witted.
Bulgari – Colour Treasures ring

Peridot is one of the few gems that only exist in one color. In ancient times, it was believed that this stone is a gift of Mother Nature to celebrate the annual creation of a new world.
Roberto Coin – Shanghai bracelet