Of the large number of precious stones, topaz, the properties of which will be examined by us, is perhaps the most diverse in type. It is yellow, blue, pink and other colors. Most of the many topaz deposits are located in Brazil, where almost all the variety of shades is present. The origin of the name to this day is not established. One of the versions is from the Sanskrit “flame”, the other from the name of the island of Topazios in the Red Sea.
Description
Not only a beautiful appearance, but also the wonderful properties of topaz stone are of interest. According to astrologers and folk healers, it is related to magic and healing. Topaz is characterized by a high degree of transparency and extraordinary hardness, comparable to the hardness of corundums and diamonds. It has a glass luster, is very sensitive to sunlight, which can cause its color burnout.
Although such a defect can be fixed if you hold the product from topaz in the dark. The secret of the popularity of jewelry made from this mineral lies in such properties of topaz stone and its characteristics as strength, the absence of defects in the internal structure, a variety of colors and the relative cheapness of transparent specimens. The strength of topaz is explained by its high density, to scratch it, you need to use a diamond - any other stone is not suitable for this.
Variety of colors
Among the wide range of topazes, the most common are yellow, and you can also find blue, blue, violet, yellow with a golden tint, completely colorless, smoky. There are even stones sparkling with all the colors of the rainbow. The most valuable are pink topazes. They are mainly mined in Pakistan.
Very rare is a stone that is covered with a grayish film, it is smoky topaz, or rauchtopaz. As a rule, the color determines the amount of impurities contained, as well as the presence of certain violations in the structure of the crystal lattice.
Area of ​​use
Topazes are used in industrial production, for example, in metallurgy, but it cannot be called wide, since economically it is not always profitable. Sometimes the properties of stone - superhardness and superhardness - are used to polish surfaces that are difficult to process.
Most often, these minerals are the subject of activity of jewelers. They like to frame topazes in gold, as this metal gives the stone a nobility, strengthens its deep properties and provides a bright external effect. This combination looks especially good in a ring and pendant made of pink and yellow stone. Topaz in white gold is more often blue, white and blue.
The healing and magical properties of topaz largely depend on its color, which is explained by the composition of the impurities present in it. Let's talk about this in more detail.
Yellow stones
This group includes not only yellow topazes, but also brown and green stones. Their cost is relatively low, therefore, without much damage to the family budget, it is advisable to acquire them, according to the advice of astrologers and healers, for those people who have suicidal tendencies. They also help in the treatment of throat, asthma and pulmonary diseases. For these purposes, a necklace made of yellow topaz, which is desirable to wear continuously, is suitable. It also has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the nervous and digestive systems.
Blue topaz
In total, there are several types of blue topaz - from pale blue to dark blue. The cheapest stones are light shades, for example, sky blue, although it is very beautiful. One of the most valuable is the so-called Swedish blue, which gravitates towards a darker range. But at the same time, women are in no hurry to abandon this more expensive mineral. After all, the properties of blue topaz stone are characterized primarily by the fact that it is able to "delay" aging. While blue stone contributes to the normal functioning of the thyroid gland, thereby preventing a bazedovy disease.
Topaz London
This type of topaz is the darkest shade of blue, right down to purple. It is such a dark topaz stone (the properties and signs of the zodiac that it suits, we will consider in more detail below) that is the most expensive. It is very similar to sapphire, sometimes they can be confused with each other. At the same time, sapphire is in first place among all the blue gems, and London firmly holds the second position. In nature, such a stone can be found quite rarely, so there are fakes obtained as a result of the use of modern technologies. In this case, white topaz is irradiated in a nuclear reactor.
Smoky crystal
Smoky topaz is also called rauchtopaz, but, paradoxically, it is quartz. Such a name is the result of confusion. But from this he does not become less beautiful and mysterious. Its gray and brown shades have an unusual relaxing effect on a person, it soothes, relieves pain, helps to fall asleep. Increased attraction to the opposite sex, stimulation of childbearing function, improved pancreas and kidney function - these are some of the properties of smoky topaz.
Silver stone
White, or silver topaz, has such a color due to the fact that the mineral, whatever color it may be, being close to the earth's surface, is exposed to the sun and discolored. After its processing, stones are obtained that shimmer with a wide variety of shades of all colors. Outwardly, it resembles a diamond, which gives rise to the manufacture of fakes. The use of white topaz is advisable for the prevention of colds, including viral, as a silver stone strengthens the immune system.
Pink gem
Pink topaz is the rarest of all the minerals of this species. In its value, it is in second place after dark blue stones, but is also popular. It is also faked, but the authenticity of the mineral is easily verified by leaving it under the sun's rays directed directly at it. If in a few days the topaz becomes transparent or bluish-dirty, then this is an artificial instance. Its healing properties include the ability to calm, the solution of problems such as difficulties with having children and impotence.
Healing properties of topazes
According to representatives of such a direction of traditional medicine as lithotherapy, that is, treatment with stones, the healing properties of topaz can be used to improve health. They are largely influenced by the color of the mineral. Since most of the topaz circulating on the market are products made of transparent stone, consider the properties of just such a variety of them.
Proponents of treatment with stones related to transparent topazes claim that with regular use of products made from them:
- The immune system is strengthened.
- Metabolic processes in the body improve.
- Hormone production disorders are eliminated.
- There is a prevention of colds.
- Insomnia is eliminated.
- Women's diseases fade into the background.
- Blood circulation and blood composition are regulated.
As for topazes of other shades, they, as a rule, have a general effect, healing the body comprehensively. And also with their help there is a relaxation of the nervous system, the elimination of mental disorders. According to lithotherapists, in the past, the following manipulations were performed using topazes:
- Severe bleeding stopped.
- Gallbladder disease was treated.
- Used as an appetite activator.
- Used for poisoning.
Some of these practices are observed in the treatment of traditional healers to this day.
To whom does a stone suit magical characteristics?
There is an opinion that topaz has extraordinary “magical” properties. Moreover, they are correlated with color. Consider who suits topaz on the basis of its properties, in more detail.
- Yellow. The golden color of such a topaz is a symbol of wealth and "monetary" luck. Of course, the mere wearing of sunstone products alone does not guarantee the ringing of coins in your pocket. But for people who are trying to get rich by making certain efforts, he helps.
- Green. It has the ability to absorb negative energy from the surrounding space. Therefore, it will be a good help to people who are haunted by oppressive thoughts, bad forebodings, unreasonable feelings of guilt or fear. After wearing a green topaz talisman, it is recommended that you periodically clean it. To do this, you need to put the stone in cold water for a day, which then needs to be sent to the sewer.
- Blue and blue. Suitable as a talisman for loving hearts, and he also “respects” those who strive for success, helping to achieve it. This stone is capable of evoking kindness, compassion, humanism, friendliness in the human soul. It kind of attracts people to each other with a magnet, helps them better understand each other, adapt to the nature of the partner. But at the same time, there is a belief that such a gem will not help very bad people, he will not “want” to improve their life until they themselves try hard to improve.
- Navy blue. He is a “peacemaker”, he calms very temperamental people, giving them the opportunity to change their minds. And also this mineral helps to survive a strong nervous shock that happened to a person, forget grievances and go forward to live on.
- Transparent. It is advised to be worn by scattered people, those who are constantly in the clouds cannot focus for a long time on one specific subject. The stone will help him to collect internally, to concentrate his mental activity on the main thing. Particularly transparent topaz will suit people of intellectual labor, as well as those who drive vehicles.
- Pink. According to legend, pink is a stone of righteous people. And it is he who helps them achieve this quality. Those who cannot be completely honest, show courage and integrity at the right time, get rid of cunning, need a pink mineral as an amulet.
- Red. It will help people who are not self-confident, liberate them, give stability and determination.
According to astrologers, the position of the moon in the sky affects the effectiveness of topazes. In the full moon phase, the miraculous properties of these minerals are repeatedly enhanced.
Smoky topaz
As mentioned above, smoky topazes have special characteristics. Their magical properties were noticed in ancient times. In Tibet and India, they were revered as a stone of the Buddha himself. The sages of the East believed that smoky quartz emits powerful vibrations that can enter a person into a trance state in which he reaches the stage of superconsciousness, or expanded consciousness.
They say that by putting this kind of quartz under a pillow, one can see prophetic dreams. At the same time, he can greatly "dazzle" the brain, cause violent fantasies among creative people - artists and poets. It seems to bring a person closer to other worlds.
It is because of these properties that such a stone should be treated with great care. Especially for young people who have not yet gained a psyche. Therefore, it is better to use it in adulthood. Moreover, the darker the shade of the stone, the stronger its energy. This is worth considering, and wearing dark quartz is not every day. If you take into account these comments, you can get the benefit from it, which consists in moderate relaxation, getting rid of insomnia, pacification of passions.
Topaz stone: zodiac signs
Topaz stone resembles all signs of the zodiac, except for Aquarius and Taurus. According to astrologers, wearing the topaz mascot will bring the most benefits to such signs as Capricorn, Scorpio and Gemini.
- Capricorn. If Capricorn is a man, then the stone gives him vital wisdom and tranquility, and to a woman - beauty and kindness. Topaz will help both male and female if they are people who love their family and value family ties and friendships. And also the mineral is ideally suited for those who are engaged in mental work (lawyers, psychologists, teachers), since it helps to improve intellectual data. Capricorns should give priority to gems that have a transparent, brown and pink color.
- Scorpio. Astrologers advise this zodiac sign to purchase products from blue topaz. Such a stone is considered an attribute inherent in the practice of meditative practices. It helps a person to mentally plunge into his inner essence, comprehend its secrets. It also serves as a powerful defense against negative energy, protects against diseases, especially older people. Supports them psychologically and physically, helping to overcome ailments and live a full life.
- Twins. Topaz brings calm, dignity and self-confidence to them, especially if these are people of serious passions. According to astrologers, topaz “patches holes” in an energy field called an aura. It also helps to get rid of insomnia and nightmares and reduce the risk of mental illness. It is preferable for twins to have products from yellow topaz.
It should be noted that neither astrology nor lithotherapy are included in the circle of officially recognized areas of scientific knowledge. Nevertheless, they exist, and how everyone treats them, everyone decides for himself. After all, the world around us is so mysterious and unpredictable.