Gemstones for Men
Introduction
Either as a show of wealth, a convenient royal seal, a statement of power or allegiance, a religious ritual or just because they looked good, men have been wearing gemstones for tens of thousands of years.
The late 20th century was a time when most men in the western world dressed the same, fashions changed but we were quite conservative in our looks. Nowadays, it seems you can wear what you like and that includes wonderful colored gemstone jewelry.
Choosing the color and style of gemstones for men is all a matter of taste, but bold dark colors, chunky shapes and cabochon cuts tend to be the most popular.
We have come up with a list of the best gemstones for men with a few handy hints of what type of jewelry they best make and their spiritual power.
The number one colored gemstone for men (and women for that matter) in the world today is undoubtedly the Sapphire. They come in all colors except red (it is then a ruby) but for men I would highly recommend a classic deep blue.
Blue Sapphire Gemstones
Gemstone |
Sapphire |
Color |
Blue |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring |
Spiritual Power |
Wisdom and good fortune |
Birthstone |
September |
Ruby Gemstones
Second to the sapphire is the mighty Ruby. This legendary gemstone has been worn by the most powerful rulers who fought the fields of battle or walked the corridors of power.
Gemstone |
Ruby |
Color |
Red |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring |
Spiritual Power |
Protection and Passion |
Birthstone |
July |
Black Tourmaline
Men can wear any color they like but the darker colors do seem to be more popular and you cannot get much darker than Black Tourmaline. A durable, yet affordable gemstone, which comes in a great variety of shapes, cuts and sizes.
Gemstone |
Tourmaline |
Color |
Black |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring / Cufflinks / Pendant / Necklace / Bracelet |
Spiritual Power |
Protection and Positivity |
Birthstone |
October |
Red-Orange Garnet
Another gemstone with a rich history of being worn by the high and mighty is Garnet. This stone is available in many colors but the rich reds of Pyrope Garnet and the burnt orange Hessonite Garnet really lend themselves to men’s jewelry.
Gemstone |
Garnet |
Color |
Deep Red / Orange |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring / Pendant |
Spiritual Power |
Energy and Strength |
Birthstone |
January |
Turquoise Gemstones
A lighter and brighter gemstone is Turquoise which conjures up images of deserts, mountains and outdoor living. Aztecs, Apaches and Ancient Egyptians all revered this intense blue gemstone and considered it a lucky stone.
Gemstone |
Turquoise |
Color |
Blue-green |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring / Pendant / Beads / Bracelet / Necklace |
Spiritual Power |
Luck and Wisdom |
Birthstone |
December |
Tiger's Eye Gemstones
A classic gemstone for men would be the Tiger’s Eye, rich russet browns with golden or orange streaks that exude an earthy outdoor manliness and rustic charm. Large primitive shapes and odd outlines make for unique jewelry pieces sure to stand out.
Gemstone |
Tiger's Eye |
Color |
Honey Brown |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring / Pendant / Beads / Bracelet / Necklace |
Spiritual Power |
Courage and Creativity |
Birthstone |
N/A |
Tsavorite Garnet Gemstones
If deep green is your color, the temptation is to go for a classic emerald gemstone however might we suggest a Tsavorite as a better choice? Although the emerald is rated higher on the Mohs hardness scale, it often has inclusions which make it more likely to break than the Tsavorite. Both have stunning green coloring.
Gemstone |
Tsavorite Garnet |
Color |
Green |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring |
Spiritual Power |
Vitality and Prosperity |
Birthstone |
January |
Malachite Gemstones
Another green gemstone but found at the other end of the price scale to the very valuable Tsavorite is Malachite. Deep rich greens with swirls, circles and stripes and a silky polish make this a very eye catching gemstone. Large sizes and interesting shapes make it a very versatile choice.
Gemstone |
Malachite |
Color |
Green |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring / Pendant / Necklace / Bracelet |
Spiritual Power |
Abundance and Self-confidence |
Birthstone |
N/A |
Amethyst Gemstones
In all those old movies where we see the king feasting in the giant hall surrounded by noblemen and princesses, the big round rings on his fingers are nearly always Amethyst cabochons. Once one of the five most expensive gemstones this intense purple jewel calls out luxury, power and ambition.
Gemstone |
Amethyst |
Color |
Violet / Purple |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring / Pendant / Necklace / Bracelet |
Spiritual Power |
Clear thinking and Purification |
Birthstone |
February |
Citrine Gemstones
Let’s finish our list with a cheery bright light of the gemstone world, Citrine. This strong quartz comes in colors from a golden yellow through to a deep sunset orange. It may be bright but the amber undertones keep it masculine and its toughness will keep it safe.
Gemstone |
Citrine |
Color |
Yellow / Orange |
Ideal Jewelry |
Ring / Pendant / Necklace / Bracelet |
Spiritual Power |
Happiness and Prosperity |
Birthstone |
November |
Gemstone |
Color |
Spiritual Power |
---|---|---|
Sapphire |
Blue |
Wisdom and good fortune |
Ruby |
Red |
Protection and Passion |
Tourmaline |
Black |
Protection and Positivity |
Garnet |
Red / Orange |
Energy and Strength |
Turquoise |
Blue / Green |
Luck and Wisdom |
Tiger’s Eye |
Brown |
Courage and Creativity |
Tsavorite |
Green |
Vitality and Prosperity |
Malachite |
Green |
Abundance and Self-confidence |
Amethyst |
Violet / Purple |
Clear thinking and Purification |
Citrine |
Yellow / Orange |
Happiness and Prosperity |
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