Precious stones have always fascinated men and women throughout the history. In some ancient cultures, several gemstones were considered as magical artifacts that contain healing properties as well as other powers like the amulets and charms of old. In the time of kings and queens, gems were used for more than just adornments. In many cases, precious stones were seen as a symbol of lineage and as a sign for the right to rule, such as the gems set in crowns and scepters.