The German word demant and the Greek eidos are intertwined in the name of this gem, which means "similar to a diamond." The stone is a kind of green pomegranate, but, in comparison with other minerals of this group, it has exceptional refractive indices and light scattering, which makes it the most bright, brilliant, iridescent. Demantoid is a rare stone, which explains its aesthetic value and high cost.
The history of the origin of Russian chrysolite
The demantoid deposit was first discovered in 1874 in the mountains of the Middle Urals on the Bobrovka River. After 19 years, the stone was presented at the Paris exhibition, where it made a splash among experts and the general public. In the late XIX - early XX centuries. demantoid began to be actively exported to many countries of the world. Due to its extraordinary beauty, it has become one of the most sought-after jewelry from domestic and foreign aristocracy.
On the eve of World War I, a record amount of stone was mined in Russia - more than 100 kilograms. The largest specimens reached a mass of 150 to 252 carats. After 1918, natural deposits of the demantoid began to occur less and less. Today it is almost impossible to see a faceted gem whose weight would exceed 2 carats. Sparkling with all the colors of the rainbow, the mineral is called the Ural emerald or Russian chrysolite all over the world.
Physical characteristics of the demantoid
The rarest and therefore most valuable stone is considered to have a rich green color. More common crystals with a brownish or yellow tint. A remarkable feature of the demantoid, which distinguishes it from other garnets, is the internal inclusions of golden asbestos fibers, diverging radially or in the form of sunlight.
As a rule, natural gems have a round or slightly elongated shape in size from tenths to 10 mm. After jewelry processing, the stone takes on the form of a diamond, but far surpasses it in the play of light in the edges. Thanks to the highest dispersion, the demantoid is able to overflow even in the dark.
The hardness of the mineral does not exceed 7 units, so it is preferable to use it for the manufacture of pendants, necklaces, pendants, that is, jewelry not in contact with hard surfaces. Although, with careful handling, rings and bracelets will be able to serve their master for more than one decade.
Demantoid stone male or female?
This precious mineral belongs to the category of universal, people of both sexes can wear it. Demantoid will give women happy love and a strong marriage, men - career growth and financial well-being.
Jewelry with a demantoid is perfect for green-eyed blondes, emphasizing their sensual femininity. Burning brunettes, wearing earrings, bracelets or rings with Ural gems, acquire a unique charm, mystery, amazing similarity with the Mistress of the Copper Mountain from the famous works of Pavel Bazhov.
It is believed that the demantoid does not like the neighborhood with other stones, so it must be worn separately from other jewelry. The magic feature of this mineral is called fidelity to one owner. When sold or donated to another person, green pomegranate tarnishes, can suddenly disappear and even crack.
The healing properties of a unique gem
As already mentioned, a demantoid is a rare stone, therefore its ability to influence human health has not been studied enough. Nevertheless, experts believe that jewelry with this mineral can bring about some diseases.
Men with potency problems are advised to wear a gold-framed stone on the middle finger of their right hand. Couples where one of the spouses is infertile should purchase silver bracelets with a demantoid. Then soon it will be possible to wait for the addition to the family.
Pendants, necklaces and necklaces with a green gem will help in the treatment of tonsillitis, bronchitis and asthma, contribute to the normalization of pressure, improve blood circulation, protect the heart from increased stress.
Demantoid compatibility with zodiac signs
According to astrological canons, the demantoid brings luck to signs related to the elements of air and fire, with the exception of Aries. Uncompromising Aquarius green pomegranate will help you become more flexible and flexible, give luck in business and on the love front. Indecisive Libra will learn to plan the time correctly, get rid of timidity and insecurity. The twins will find a balance between their two "I", will find harmony in family relationships.
People born in the period from July 23 to August 23, as you know, prefer to command and rule, be in the spotlight, do not tolerate criticism, but at the same time prone to heart disease. A ring with a demantoid, presented to the majestic Leo, will help smooth out the sharp corners of his character, and also reward the owner with good health.
Sagittarius will also have a demantoid. A stone set in silver or gold will allow the warlike Sagittarius to stop seeing only enemies around him, to be more tolerant of human shortcomings, to get rid of the habit of spending money thoughtlessly, and to measure the degree of risk and danger for one’s own well-being.
Who is contraindicated to wear jewelry with a green gem
Among other things, the mysterious mineral acts on the human psyche soothingly, endows with some coldness, lethargy, indifference. Therefore, astrologers do not recommend purchasing a demantoid to people born under the constellation Pisces, who already suffer from a lack of vital energy.
This mineral is so mysterious and poorly studied that it deserves to be written about it in a voluminous art monograph equipped with the epithets “royal, magnificent, divine”, or at least a rigorous scientific work with the short title “Demantoid (stone): properties”.
Aries zodiac sign is the exact opposite of Pisces. Such people are not without aggression, but pure in thoughts and immaculate in their actions. They can wear a demantoid only in the form of small jewelry, for example, earrings, carnations or cufflinks, so that they do not accidentally reinforce the negative traits of their character and do not minimize the positive qualities.
The remaining signs of the zodiac will be able to make friends with a beautiful sparkling pebble, using it as a talisman, portending success in all endeavors.
How much do demantoid jewelry cost
Today it is almost impossible to buy a real Ural demantoid. Since the 20s of the last century, the production of this mineral in Russia has almost completely stopped. Therefore, it is available only in antique jewelry made at the turn of the XIX-XX centuries. Nowadays, deposits of gems, similar in properties to green pomegranate, were found in Kenya, Namibia and Tanzania. Modern jewelers work mainly with precious crystals mined on the African continent.
Despite the fact that the imported minerals can not be compared with Russian diamonds, it will not be possible to buy a demantoid, the price per carat of which would be lower than $ 350 (about 22.3 thousand rubles). Much also depends on the beauty, size, degree of processing of the stone. The larger the crystal, the higher its cost. It is quite difficult to independently distinguish a true demantoid from emeralds, garnets, zircons and chrysolites. In doubtful situations, it is better to seek the help of an experienced jeweler.