Whether or not you subscribe to their healing properties, exploring the different types of gemstones and discovering the meaning behind them can be a fun and interesting activity. Lots of semi-precious materials, such as lapis lazuli, have a wonderful romantic history that will give you an insight into ancient beliefs and interesting cultural practices.
If you like the sentiment behind gemstones or merely just like them as beautiful objects to admire in your home, take a look at the gallery of our favourite gemstones below.
