Scientists treat topaz, as well as any other stones, quite prosaically. They claim that it is a fluorine-containing aluminum silicate. But magicians, occultists and lithotherapists know that this is not some kind of soulless substance. The mineral has pronounced magical and miraculous healing properties. In the article, we consider the features of brown topaz.
Stone characteristic
Topaz is one of the most popular stones in jewelry. It has a large color gamut and expressive brilliance at a relatively low price. The largest field is located in Ouru Preto in Brazil. Topaz of almost all shades, including brown, is mined there. Also, quality jewelry stones are found in Sri Lanka, in Russia (in the Urals and Transbaikalia) and Ukraine (in the Volyn region).
Brown topaz in daylight may have a tan or golden hue. Purple or pinkish tint is possible. May change color when heated. The color is due to the presence of iron in the chemical composition. Despite the fact that the stone is quite hard (8 points), it is characterized by low strength.
Healing properties
Lithotherapists appreciate brown topaz for its pronounced healing properties. Followers of Ayurvedic teachings attribute it to 12 healing stones. Here's how this stone helps people:
- normalizes sleep;
- treats throat diseases;
- slows down the aging process of the body;
- promotes rapid recovery in food and chemical poisoning;
- speeds up metabolism;
- stabilizes the nervous system in psychological and mental disorders;
- relieves headaches (including migraines);
- normalizes the work of the liver, gall bladder and spleen;
- helps to accelerate the treatment of viral diseases;
- heals the spine;
- facilitates the course of asthma attacks;
- improves blood coagulation;
- strengthens the immune system;
- prevents the reduction of visual acuity;
- accelerates recovery from colds;
- contributes to the treatment of infertility.
Magical properties
Stones have a very powerful energy, which has a significant impact on humans. Here are the magical properties of brown topaz that this stone is valued by psychics, magicians and occultists:
- strengthens intuition and can even open a gift for divination;
- exacerbates sensitivity and accelerates the reaction;
- increases self-confidence;
- gives women beauty;
- gives phenomenal memory;
- gives optimism;
- makes a person more generous;
- gives wisdom and prudence;
- attracts happiness and good fortune to the life of the owner;
- increases the number of reasons for laughter and joy;
- attracts the owner of good and kind people to life;
- Helps pacify anger and aggression
- attracts material well-being;
- gives peace of mind and balance.
The properties of brown topaz in yellow gold rings are revealed to the maximum. Such a ring should be worn on the index finger of the right hand.
Who needs a stone
While admiring the photo of brown topaz, think - maybe this is exactly what you need. The stone is necessary for such people:
- Hot-tempered and unrestrained - a pebble will teach them to control emotions and make them more balanced.
- Pupils and students - increases attentiveness and facilitates the process of remembering information.
- Representatives of dangerous professions - helps to get out unscathed from extreme situations.
- Lonely - helps to attract the right person to life, who will become a faithful and reliable companion.
- Childless - helps to conceive and give birth to a healthy child.
- Lazy and passive - awakens the will to live and helps to find goals.
Compatible with zodiac signs. Who is it for?
Before buying jewelry, make sure your zodiac sign is compatible with the properties of brown topaz. The stone is suitable for representatives of such signs:
- He helps scorpions to be more restrained. With prolonged wear changes character for the better.
- A stone helps twins to feel self-confidence and catch luck by the tail.
- Cancer topaz teaches to be reasonable and far-sighted. Cautions against making hasty decisions.
- Stone helps Aquarius to experience true love and establish personal life.
- Topaz helps lions find a common language with others and establish harmonious relationships with them. The stone also teaches a realistic view of the world.
- Aries makes a pebble wise and prudent. He also teaches them to recognize the true intentions of others.
- Capricorn topaz will protect against evil people. This applies to both a real threat and a negative magical effect.
Brown topaz has no contraindications according to the horoscope. Perhaps the influence on representatives of other signs of the zodiac will be less pronounced, but it certainly will not harm them.
Storage and care
In order for products with brown topaz to serve you as long as possible, please with rich color and noble glass shine, you need to follow some rules regarding storage and care. Namely:
- Topaz is a rather fragile pebble, and therefore it must be protected from mechanical influences. It is better to store it in a separate cloth bag so that it does not get scratched on other products.
- The stone does not respond well to heat and direct sunlight. From this, it brightens and dims. Thus, it is better to store it in a closed box or an opaque bag away from heating appliances. It is also not recommended to wear jewelry in hot sunny weather.
- Periodically, products with topaz need to be washed from dust in a mild soap solution. After that, the decoration must be wiped dry with a soft cloth.
- Protect topaz from aggressive chemicals. Always remove jewelry when doing household chores to prevent detergents from entering it. Hair dye is also detrimental to stone.
Interestingly, brown topaz is considered a "home" stone. Only in the owner’s house does he feel comfortable and saturated with energy. If you take a stone with you on a long trip, it will lose its magical properties for a while and will carry only a decorative function.
How to distinguish an original from a fake
Often for topaz give cheaper smoky quartz, which is also called raukhtopaz. Also, unscrupulous sellers can slip a regular glass. Thus, if you want to get a pendant, ring, bracelet or earrings with brown topaz, you need to arm yourself with knowledge that will help you distinguish the original from the fake. Namely:
- Natural topaz is cold. Since it is characterized by low thermal conductivity, it does not heat up even with prolonged contact with the skin.
- Pay attention to the color. In natural topaz, it will be slightly muffled, pale, cool. Poisonous shades indicate a fake.
- Rub the pebble with a woolen cloth. Natural topaz must be electrified. He will attract hair, scraps of paper, thread.
- Weigh the stone in your hand. Natural topaz will not create a feeling of weightlessness. It is quite heavy.
- Look at the pebble through a magnifying glass. If inside the topaz you find some small inclusions, this means that before you is not a glass, but a gem obtained in a natural way. But such defects significantly reduce the cost of the crystal.
In the laboratory, topazes are checked for authenticity with a methylene iodide solution. The real stone will sink, and the fake will float on the surface.
Combination with metals and stones. Nuances
Brown topaz stone goes well with precious metals. Gold makes it shine, and silver makes the color softer and more delicate. As for the combination with other stones, it is worth noting that topaz is absolutely not in conflict. It coexists perfectly in the same adornment with any other stones. But it is best to combine topazes with topazes and make sure that the colors are in harmony with each other. Brown pebbles look best in tandem with white and blue.
Properties of other topazes
All topazes are valuable both aesthetically and energetically. Here are some valuable properties of pebbles of different colors:
- Blue helps a person gain elevated aspirations, and also helps to recognize lies.
- Yellow makes the character more calm and docile, helps control emotions.
- Pink brings back lost hope and helps to recover quickly after shocks.
- Green protects from dangers and indicates the right path.
- White allows you to maintain impartiality and clarity of thought.
Now you know the features of this beautiful stone.