Magic stone Aquamarine - properties, real photos, who suits

What aquamarine is not compared to: with a clear tropical sky, sea water, with pieces of Arctic ice. From the time of the ancient world to the present day, this stone fascinates with its cold and heavenly beauty.

Origin of aquamarine

Legend. "Sea water" is a literal translation of the name of the gem from the Latin language, because of its greenish-blue color, reminiscent of sea water. The peoples of antiquity considered it a gift from Poseidon, the god and patron of the seas and oceans. According to legend, the sailors who found the treasure chest of the mermaid found the first blue stone there and began to take it on every voyage, considering it their amulet against storms.

Mineral deposits

Aquamarine is mined on almost all continents, but the most significant deposits are in Brazil, Russia and the island of Madagascar. In Russia, stones of two color shades are mined: in the south of the Urals - green, in Transbaikalia and other regions of the Urals - blue.

In 1920, the largest specimen in history, weighing 110 kg, was found in Brazil. Prior to this, aquamarine, found in the Urals in 1669, weighing 82 kg, was considered the largest stone.

Main characteristics

Despite its hardness, aquamarine is a fragile stone and requires careful handling, and sunlight can make the gem pale. Aquamarine is one of the varieties of Beryl and it is characterized by a blue color, but the composition of the mineral includes iron, and the saturation of shades of green depends on its amount.

Physical features:

• semiprecious;
• crystal;
• the stone is light and durable;
• darkens under the influence of high temperatures;
• fades in the sun;
• originates in igneous rocks.

The color range ranges from sky blue and aquamarine to almost transparent shades. Basic colors of aquamarine:

1. blue;
2. blue-green;
3. green-blue;
4. light blue;
5. colorless.

In nature, examples of yellow flowers are found, but if you leave the stone for a long time in direct sunlight, you can get the same result.

There are no fake aquamarines, these gems cannot be faked. Sometimes they can be passed off as topaz, agate or quartz.

Aquamarine and zodiac signs

The magic crystal patronizes all signs of the zodiac, leaving no one as an exception. If you believe in aquamarine, as in a stone with magical properties, then you can draw useful energy from it and each sign of the zodiac has its own.

Aries. Hard-character representatives of this sign will learn to be kinder and more responsive. Thanks to the "blue patron" Aries can find true love and create a strong and lasting union for life.

Taurus are skeptics and this is what prevents aquamarine from fully opening up and helping its wearer. Depressed archers will find peace, get rid of apathy and improve their health in general, as soon as archers believe in the power of the mineral.

Twins.Expansion of the worldview, self-knowledge, improvement of the spiritual personality - will give the twins a gem.

Crayfish. Aquamarine will save crayfish from causeless worries, increase luck. This is the most suitable talisman stone for this sign.

A lion. Selfish lions will be able to get rid of pomposity and build relationships with others, opening doors for the implementation of new plans and ideas.

Virgos are leaders and it can be hard for them to stop demanding special attention. The crystal will help reconfigure the leadership qualities of the virgins, not only for their well-being, but also for the well-being of others.

Libra seeks balance all his life, so you should prepare for changes in the perception of the whole world. All feelings, abilities and talents will be fully revealed.

Scorpion. Aggressive and impulsive scorpions will benefit from aquamarine more than other signs of the zodiac. They are perfectly compatible. The main thing is not to overdo it and take off the jewelry with the gem at night. It will help Scorpions get rid of uncontrollable outbursts of anger, to make the right decisions in difficult situations. It will make them calmer and more balanced.

Sagittarius. Another skeptical representatives of the stars. Only a miracle can make them believe in the useful properties of the crystal.

Capricorn. Emotionally shackled capricorns will become more alive and active under the influence of the mineral.

Aquarius. Aquamarine will help you climb the career ladder and reveal your creative talents, but not without work and effort.

Fish. Realization of desires, long-awaited success and well-being awaits fish under the auspices of the “gift of Poseidon”.

Name protector. A nugget that came from the depths of the sea can be the patron and mentor of certain names.Who is an aquamarine stone suitable for and what abilities can it reveal in its owner? Unfortunately, there are few suitable names, but they are not so rare: Vera, Lydia, Mikhail, Mark, Rodion and Snezhana.

For Vera, it is a talisman that protects the family and family warmth, the resilience of internal forces and a protector from lies. A precious amulet will bring Lydia love, good luck and improve her health.

Michael's aquamarine will encourage new achievements, clearly and soberly comprehend the situation, evaluate mistakes and expose deceit.

The nugget will help Mark to be more reasonable and cool the ardor. Rodion, thanks to the magical "assistant", will find prosperity in the family and maintain a positive attitude, protect himself from human lies.

Snezhana will be able to reveal clairvoyant abilities, helping to find out about impending troubles and illnesses in time.

You can often find amulets talismans with a crystal and it is not surprising, because its purpose is to protect a person from human lies and help in making difficult decisions. Such decorations will help protect against disagreements and calm raging emotions. A bracelet with a mineral is an ideal amulet for sailors and fishermen.

Medicinal properties

Ancient healers and healers considered aquamarine to be a deliverer from many diseases and ailments, it is not surprising that even today the gem is used to treat the symptoms of various diseases, among them:

• lung disease (pneumonia, tuberculosis)4
• inflammatory processes in the mouth and throat;
• dermatitis and allergic rashes;
• arthritis and arthrosis;
• varicose veins;
• thyroid disease.

Of the medicinal properties, you can list the following:

• decrease in body temperature with colds;
• removal of allergic reactions and itching;
• improvement of hormonal background;
• increased immunity;
• restoration of the nervous system;
• analgesic effect;
• getting rid of depression and stress relief;
• beneficial effect on the kidneys and liver;
• vision improvement.

Aquamarine Jewelry

This is an aristocratic stone that adorned the jewelry of royal blood. He also magnifies the crown of the Queen of Great Britain. Wearing jewelry with natural stones is fashionable and stylish, besides, aquamarine is not so expensive. Well suited for blue-eyed and green-eyed people, making their eye color more saturated and expressive.

In the domestic jewelry market, you can find rings, bracelets with and without frames, earrings and beads at reasonable prices. Bijouterie is available to everyone, and handmade jewelry is much more expensive.

Synthetic aquamarine is scarce, its production is not profitable for manufacturers, but there are still fakes. Distinguishing a double is difficult, but possible.

1. the presence of inclusions is a sign of a natural mineral;
2. aquamarine changes color from lighting;
3. a stone with bubbles inside is a fake;
4. real mineral heats up slowly and stays cold for a long time.

stone care

A few simple care tips will help keep your aquamarine jewelry in perfect condition, just like on the first day of purchase.

• The harmfulness of sunlight for the mineral was described earlier, but still: you should not wear jewelry with aquamarine in bright sunlight and in hot weather. There is a risk of color change or discoloration.
• Clean the stone with a soapy solution using a soft cloth.
• The gem should be removed when doing home cleaning or when washing dishes - household chemicals bring irreparable harm to it.
• Decorative cosmetics and creams will also not bring any benefit to the mineral; when applying makeup, it is better to remove it away.
• It is necessary to carefully clean the places between the stone and the setting to avoid scratches and other damage.

A gift from the depths of the sea, mined from the bowels of the Earth, is a symbol of love, fidelity and harmony. In this gem, if desired, you can find not only beauty, but also support and protection.

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