The stone coil belongs to the genus of serpentines. Its name goes back to the Latin serpens - "snake". In appearance, this mineral really resembles snake skin. Its color ranges from dark green to green-yellow. This stone has grace and unusual beauty. It looks a bit like jade, but it's not so hard. It is sometimes called a serpentine, a pharmaceutical stone. The fact is that this mineral is a very strong energetic, able to protect and spiritually balance its owner.
Place of Birth
Stone coil is found in many countries: in Russia, Kazakhstan, USA, India, Italy, Afghanistan. It is interesting that this mineral is considered insidious, for which it received the name of the tempter stone. If you make friends with him, then he will divert the danger and help his master in many ways.
Chemical properties
From the point of view of mineralogy, the stone coil is an aqueous silicate of magnesium oxide. Its chemical formula is: MgO [(OH) 8Si4O10]. Hardness ranges from two to three units on the Mohs scale. The density of the stone is 2.5-2.6 grams per centimeter. The color is green, and it can be either light or dark green.
The formation of this mineral is preceded by complex hydrothermal processes that occur in basaltic magma. Dehydration of magnesium silicates leads to their crystallization.
Types of coil
There are several varieties of the coil, but this does not affect the value of the stone. The coil assumes a difference in the elements of the structure, which is why a very different color of this mineral is found in nature:
- Bowenite is a pale green mineral.
- Williamsit is characterized by a green background and low tides of blue.
- Ricolite is a bright green mineral with dark spots. It is this species that resembles snake skin.
- Ofit outwardly resembles jade.
- Vernantite has a dark green color with sparkles.
Some types of stone have a translucent structure of yellow-green color. There are stones and other shades. Each of the species is beautiful, but they all have the same magical properties.
Coil in construction
The coil is characterized by high strength and beauty. Often this mineral lies in large plates, which allows the use of semiprecious stone in construction. It is sawn to make decorative tiles. A square meter of such a product costs around five hundred dollars. All small fragments are used to make jewelry.
Artistic value
The coil is a stone that is considered legendary. In Russia, there is a legend associated with its field. It is believed that this mineral is nothing but the skin of the owner of the Ural gold of the Great Poloz. However, as already mentioned, this stone can be of very different colors: grayish with black scales, greenish with sparks of gold.
Among all varieties, the most noble is considered a stone of uniform color. In appearance, it looks like jade. By the way, the lightest variety of the mineral is able to shine through, and jewelry from this type of mineral is very expressive.
The coil is ideally combined with different metals, for which it has special value from artists and designers.
The historical significance of the stone
As already mentioned, a stone coil, a photo of which is presented in our article, is found on the territories of different peoples. In every country legends are associated with him, and they all refer us to snakes. So, in Asia, it is correlated with the legend of Adam, choking on an apple from the Tree of Knowledge and spitting out a piece. Since then, knowledge has been given to the sons of Adam with great difficulty, and they fear or hate snakes. And that bitten piece of apple became a stone - a serpentine.
In some European countries, it is generally believed that the serpentine is a petrified snake venom that has been gathering in places of reptile games for millions of years. Because of this, people began to use the mineral for medicinal purposes, since snake venom has unique healing properties.
There are references to stone in ancient Mongolian legends. They say that the serpentine Olgoy-Khorkhoy, who is a deadly creature, freezes, turns into a serpentine. But, as soon as people leave, he can come to life again, turning into a huge snake.
Healing properties
It should be noted that the healing properties of the stone of the coil can enhance the effects of any drugs. For this, lithotherapists recommend placing the medicine in a container cut out of a coil. Also, the stone is able to cure various ailments. It is believed that wearing earrings with a coil, can relieve headaches, removes drowsiness. Finger rings and bracelets help in bone fusion.
Magical properties
In ancient times, it was believed that only sorcerers and magicians can wear the described stone, since it brought ordinary people only temptations and various trials that could bring to trouble. But then those people who can overcome all the burdens that the coil sends will receive the gift of anticipating danger, as well as tips on how to avoid them.
The magical properties of the stone coil, help in learning, develop intuition, as well as creative imagination. The mineral is inspiring, helps to run fast and swim well, walk for a long time. It is believed that during tactile communication with the mineral, even thoughtless people begin to discover secrets, truths.
The coil is similar to a snake, because of which it symbolizes knowledge and wisdom, helps in learning. Especially valuable is his help in learning foreign languages, in comprehending philosophy.
But you need to remember that the coil can not be an antidote, it does not help cleanse the body of toxins, although some doctors talk about this from time to time. This mineral only enhances the effect of drugs, which is why it was called the pharmacy stone.
Cunning stone
The coil is a difficult stone. Since ancient times, it is considered insidious and was intended only for sorcerers and black magicians. Before making friends with a person, he presents many tests, and if all of them are overcome, the mineral will become a real defender and the best adviser.
To protect themselves from the treachery of the stone of the coil, magic rituals provide for the complete cleansing of the negative. Only with pure thoughts can one make friends with a stone. And if the owner manages to tame it, then the mineral will become a real talisman that protects against danger, and will also bring health and peace of mind to the owner.
The coil can be a good mascot for doctors, pharmacists, businessmen, lawyers. The mineral is able to absorb negative energy, thus purifying the body and soul, the surrounding space. It is recommended to use it for protection against evil eye and damage.
It is said that with a strong impact of energy, the stone breaks. To protect housing, it is recommended to have vases or serpentine boxes in the house. If a talisman or amulet is made of it, then at least once a week it should be cleaned by holding it under a stream of cold water. So the stone is freed from the accumulated negative energy.
You can not redistribute jewelry from the coil, as this mineral is attached to one owner, and the new owner can cause a lot of trouble. But in blood relatives there is an increase in positive properties.
Stone and zodiac signs
Coil stone is suitable for many people, because it is a universal mineral. However, with each sign, he behaves differently:
- For Virgo, he presents something new, makes it possible to easily study science.
- It is recommended to wear the coil with all signs of air, except Libra, with caution, since the earthly essence of the mineral is able to conflict with the essence of Gemini and Aquarius.
- But Libra is a mutual sign, and the stronger the stone will land one bowl of scales, the higher the other will raise.
- The wearing of the coil by Capricorn favorably affects. With it, they can solve any problem from the most advantageous side.
- Serpentinite does not fit Cancers and Pisces. When wearing a mineral with these signs, a spiritual and moral breakdown is noted.
The remaining signs are recommended to wear a stone no more than twice a week. This will be enough to show your knowledge.
Who is suitable for
And to whom are the properties of the stone of the coil suitable, and how to wear it properly? As already mentioned, this mineral behaves differently with different zodiac signs. However, among all the girls it is worth highlighting the Devs and Scorpions - it is precisely this mineral that suits them the most, and they are able to “tame” it. He helps them achieve their goals, gives strength to move forward and helps to overcome obstacles that may arise on the way.
The coil protects the house, protecting from fires, natural disasters, robberies. He is able to maintain a friendly atmosphere, prevents the occurrence of quarrels. In order for it to work as a talisman for the house, it is necessary to have some kind of object made of a coil. It can be a vase, a lamp, a souvenir and other products.
The coil helps everyone who strives for self-development. It shows a short way to knowledge, grants wisdom, strengthens memory and helps to absorb a large amount of information. With it, one can comprehend the truth of life.
Also, the mineral is able to reveal creative abilities and increase physical activity. With such a talisman, athletes begin to run faster, swim better. For the stone to work, it must be worn as a talisman and nothing else.