The book describes in alphabetical order 88 precious and ornamental stones used in jewelry and lithotherapy. The description of each stone includes data from the field of mineralogy, crystallography, mythology, astrology and is illustrated with color photography. Information is given on which stones are recommended to be given to women with certain names. Using this information, each lover of minerals and jewelry will be able to choose a stone for themselves or acquaintances that most corresponds to the individual characteristics of a particular person. Precious stones and minerals are amazing creatures of inanimate nature. They have long attracted people's attention. Legends, traditions and myths are associated with almost every stone that has been used for centuries to create amulets or jewelry. Many people believe in the astrological properties of precious stones, in their ability to influence a person's character. Some minerals are credited with medicinal properties, the ability to act on special energy centers of the human body - chakras.