The mysterious stone amber is perhaps the most interesting of all gems. A stone of organic origin, with whose name is associated with many myths, legends and beliefs. Until now, it remains a mystery to scientists studying its properties, as it contains many new secrets. One of the ancient Greek legends says that amber stone is the tears of the Phaeton sisters, which turned into poplars and began to exude tar drops, mourning their brother. The son of Helios was punished by Zeus for not being able to keep the reins in a chariot. For this misconduct, the Phaeton was thrown to the ground, where it crashed onto rocks. His saddened sisters, the daughters of the sun god, turned into beautiful poplars, mourning for the lost. Their bitter tears dripped into the river, which flowed beneath them, turning into a warm, sunny stone. Since then, the stone of the sun and sorrow has been helping people to cope with the pain of loss: those who survived the grief are given a chance to start life anew, finding the strength in themselves to do this.
Amber is a stone whose properties are widely known both in medicine and in industry, really is a resin of coniferous trees. Due to this, the mineral has many different colors and shades. Many millions of years ago, conifers grew, secreted tar, and died.
Centuries passed, sometimes the sea covered the land, and only tar remained from the trees, washed by water, giving it soft forms. From the cold sea waves, the pieces hardened, and then were thrown ashore. There are transparent, yellow, red and even black varieties of this sun stone. Primary deposits are mineral strata located at a depth of ten meters, most often they are unsuitable for jewelry and crafts. Such amber is involved in industrial medicine. 90% of the reserves of this gem are located on the Baltic coast (Kaliningrad and the Baltic states). Up to 250 species of this mineral are known.
Jewelry stone. Amber in its splendor
Amulets and talismans, beads and rings, bracelets, figurines and figurines, caskets, vases, snuff boxes, candle holders, beads, as well as an analogue of the monetary unit - all this was made from amber or with its presence and was very much appreciated in trade circles. The longed-for Baltic stone firmly entered into fashion, the rich ancient Roman nobility made bowls and vessels, bas-reliefs, various interior items from it, but most of all decorations. In the land of the Rising Sun, amber-colored amber was worn by members of the imperial family. The famous architectural monument The Amber Room consists of mosaic panels made of amber.
Healing stone. Amber on guard of health
Even in ancient times, they knew about the healing properties of this stone. Panacea for all diseases. Many carry it with them for prevention. Soothes, protects against mental disorders, treats prostatitis and kidney stones. A solar doctor can cope with poor eyesight and heart disease, bleeding, diseases of the stomach and lungs. It treats dizziness, viral diseases, and in addition, stone powder is applied to cracks and wounds.
The magical properties of amber
The stone gives its owner beauty, attracts good luck and love, treats apathy and depression. Amber endows its owner with victorious qualities and protects from enemies, evil spells. Amber promises easy childbirth to future mothers, newlyweds - a long happy life, love and fidelity, to farmers - a rich harvest and material wealth.
Astrology and Amber
The stone, whose zodiac sign is Leo, brings leadership and popular recognition to its solar constellation. It gives women sexual attractiveness for members of the opposite sex, men - strength and power. In general, amber is suitable for everyone except Taurus and Capricorn. Most preferred is the Baltic mineral for Aries and Gemini.
A piece of happiness
If you happen to spend time on the Baltic coast, try your luck, find your piece of happiness. In the sand or the sea, somewhere on the surface in stones or at a depth in algae, your sunny gift is waiting for you.