It is difficult in nature to find a more beautiful red crystal than spinel. This bright mineral with tints of light gives charm and warmth. Spinel (a stone, properties, the zodiac sign of which we will consider in this article) will certainly bring a happy life and love to its owner. But you need to know that this mineral is changeable in nature, and it requires a careful attitude and care.
Description
Spinel is a stone (properties, the zodiac sign to which it suits, we will consider in this article) precious jewelry. It is attributed to the number of rare and unusual crystals due to its rich color, physical properties and brilliance. Minerals are mostly small in size. But sometimes instances more than a foot long and weighing about a pound may come across.
Depending on the terrain, color and transparency, the stones bear excellent names: lal, noble spinel, celonite, tripe, picotite. The crystals have a bright glass luster. Pure stones are colorless and transparent, but they are very rare in nature. The red color of the cameos determines the presence of chromium ions. A violet-red hue is associated with the presence of manganese, and yellowish with an admixture of iron. On the Mohs scale, the spinel hardness is 8. This is 2 units less than that of diamond.
Story
As a valuable jewelry stone about this mineral, the first mention was in the XIII century. In the Kuhilale deposit, these crystals were being mined at that time.
Only in the XIX century, due to the development of science, it turned out to be clear that spinel (a stone, properties whose zodiac sign has been interesting to people since ancient times) has only its inherent physical properties, and also belongs to a separate group of minerals. Many jewelry was then investigated, and it turned out that the stones that were mistaken for rubies were actually spinels. The ruby of the Black Prince is one of the most famous in the history of such stones. It was presented to the Prince of Wales and Aquitaine for military valor in 1376 by the king of Castile.
Since 1415, Henry V, who always carried it with him, began to own the famous mineral. During the Hundred Years' War, the blow of the sword in one battle the helmet of the monarch was split, while the king himself remained alive. Therefore, there is an opinion that the stone saved his life.
The ruby of the Black Prince during the bourgeois revolution disappeared and returned to the royal family in 1660 during the restoration of the monarchy. From this moment, he adorns the crowns of the monarchs of Great Britain.
The Rubin Timur crystal, once owned by the conqueror Tamerlan, weighs 361 carats. In the Louvre lies the spinel that adorned the crown of the monarchs of France. The weight of this stone is 105 carats.
In the Diamond Fund of our capital, today, a dark red crystal is stored, which was the decoration of the crown of Catherine the Great. Until recently, all these gems were considered natural rubies, and only with the help of progressive diagnostic methods did scientists manage to establish their true origin.
Spinel deposits
In the Pamirs, in the mines of Badakhshan, spinel is extracted (stone, properties, the zodiac sign and other details concerning it, we consider in this article). This mountain system passes through the territories of Afghanistan and Tajikistan. Ruby double is also actively mined in Thailand. There are deposits in the Chanthabu area. There, the mineral is found along with garnets and sapphires. The place was mentioned by Marco Polo under the name "Pomegranate Mines". Burma and Ceylon are also famous for mineral deposits. Russia is not rich in spinel. Jewelry samples were found only near the riverbed. Slyudyanka.
Near Baikal there is also the Malobystrinskoye field. But here spinel is colorless - the rarest type of mineral. Valued much less than red, and for geologists is of great interest. The Urals are also famous for gems. Although only one color of spinel is found here - green stone. The mineral is found in Kochkarsky district in the south of the ridge. Due to its color, it is often mistaken for an emerald.
There are purple stones . They are also mined in Kochkarsky district (Kamenka river). The largest spinel crystals found in Yakutia in Russia. In this place, at the Emeldzhak field in the Republic of Sakha, black samples are found. Emeldzhak spinel (stone) reaches a size of 8-12 cm. Its properties are similar to other types of mineral, with a special name - hercinitis.
Varieties
The stone has a large number of varieties that differ in color and degree of transparency.
Noble spinel is a transparent crystals of different beautiful shades. The main deposits of these stones are Ceylon, Borneo and India:
- violet - eastern amethyst;
- ruby stone - saturated red spinel;
- orange-red - rubicell;
- pink - ruby-bale;
- pale blue or blue - sapphire spinel.
Common spinel, pleonast or ceylonite is distinguished by its iron content. It has a dark brown or dark green color. In our country, a lot of pleonast deposits are located in the Shishim and Nazyam mountains, in the Urals.
Pikotit or chrome spinel in black. In this stone, a part of aluminum is replaced by chromium.
Zinc spinel or ganite has a blue tint, periodically with a purple tint. Here magnesium is replaced by zinc and iron.
Healing properties
The red mineral can support the human body in various viral diseases, stimulate the immune system and improve blood circulation. The mineral powder in ancient times was used to improve complexion and treat the stomach. It is believed that he can get rid of scary dreams and cure lumbar pain.
Green mineral stabilizes metabolism and blood pressure, helps with joint pain and eye diseases. Pink crystal is used for skin diseases. It heals nerves and normalizes sleep. Lithotherapists recommend wearing a black gem to hypotensives. In addition, it can relieve pain and reduce bleeding. For diseases of the kidneys, lungs and liver, disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and endocrine system, blue spinel will help, a stone whose properties we will examine in detail in this article.
Use in antiquity for healing
The stone is very fragile, therefore, it can be easily crushed into powder. Healers in ancient times used this property of the gem, and wounds and burns were treated with the resulting powder.
Magical properties
The other side of the spinel stone is also interesting. Its magical properties can radically change human fate for the better. But the gem helps only good, sincere people who have good intentions. The crystal of its owner will rejuvenate spiritually and physically, energize, bring happiness and help to find friends. In the East, red gems are considered excellent sexual stimulants. Therefore, they are recommended to young people to attract the attention of women and increase sexual activity.
Rings or earrings with a mineral can attract love and family happiness. An amulet with a crystal in Europe was worn for quick rejuvenation. It was believed that he was able to extend the years. The overcoat is considered a talisman for people whose work requires quick solutions, as well as for travelers. You can’t wear a talisman all the time. A stone can pump energy, but it can also deprive the forces of its owner.
A bit of astrology
It is recommended to wear various jewelry with a mineral as an amulet for Libra, Pisces and Taurus. In their life, it will attract the favor of the opposite sex and good luck. A special support will be a stone for female fish. The crystal is most suitable for people born under the sign of Leo. Thanks to him, they will be able to improve volitional, as well as intellectual abilities, receive additional energy and strength. Crayfish should not wear jewelry made from these gems. People who were born under this zodiac sign, the gem can make too lazy.
Amulets and Talismans
As mentioned above, a stone for Pisces, Lviv, Taurus and Libra is a great mascot. The gem is completely unsuitable for Cancers and Scorpions. Its spinel can make it lazy and "blind in life." Interestingly, representatives of these signs cease to notice flattery, lies, dangers. Cosmic information channels can open for all other people if they carry spinel stone with them.
Who needs a mineral in terms of professional activities? It is ideal for people who need to quickly make various decisions, often appear on business trips. These people choose spinel as their amulet. This mineral especially protects and becomes an excellent assistant to drivers, air traffic controllers, doctors, journalists. Apparently, the stone helped Paracelsus in treating people, as well as learn new things, make the right decisions.
Other application
Gemstone spinel - jewelry. What do they make of it? Red spinel mainly goes on a necklace and rings. The main number of large known rubies in crowns, royal dresses, and treasuries turned out to be fake for a reason. Large grenades are almost never found. More often, impressive spinel stones are found. High-ranking officials wanted to take possession of large crystals, which would emphasize their status and wealth. As a result, the seekers found themselves the owners of spinel stone. At the same time, the price was paid, as if for pomegranate.
The double mineral in jewelry replaces more than just rubies. Spinel of blue color goes for sapphires, for emeralds - green. Black patterns are sometimes given as diamonds. Therefore, when buying earrings or a brooch, you should check the quality certificate that is attached to the stone. Jewelers transparent samples of bright colors are called noble spinel. In this case, the term “ordinary spinel” is indicated - this is a slightly cloudy brown, black or green spinel (a stone whose properties are given in the article above).
Jewelers often use natural synthetic stone. Differences from the real mineral are practically invisible live. Such crystals have 2nd light refraction. Therefore, it is practically impossible to visually distinguish artificial inserts from sapphire, garnet, topaz. Manufacturers also use it. If connoisseurs can identify a natural mineral, then a simple person can only carry a stone for examination.
Care
When buying such jewelry, you need to understand that the gem is very fragile and can erase on the edges over time. Because of this, it should be handled carefully. Jewelry with a mineral is best stored in a special box with an internal soft coating. Be sure to take off before performing any physical work. Wearing jewelry with such a crystal is not recommended daily.
The stone should be protected from shock, falls, contact with the chemical environment. The gem should be cleaned with soapy water once every 3-5 months using a soft toothbrush.