Pink stone Rubellite - features and properties, astrological excursion and care
The rubellite stone is a pink variety of tourmaline, and its name comes from the Latin language and translates as "reddish".
This precious mineral, which, according to legend, was taken out of the underworld, is distinguished not only by rich shades of pink, but also by high hardness, which is why it has not lost its popularity among jewelers, collectors and simply gemological aesthetes for many thousands of years.
The first mention of this subspecies of tourmaline dates back to the reign of Cleopatra. In those days, when inlaying royal headdresses with rubellite, ruby was often replaced.
It is worth noting that the Russian imperial dynasty of the Romanovs was very indifferent to rubellite, on the crowns of whose representatives pink crystals always appeared in one quantity or another.
Anna Ioanovna had a special love for them.
They studied in detail and for the first time scientifically described the stone only in the 18th century. Made by Briton Richard Kirwan. He also awarded the stone with the name by which the crystal is known to this day. However, rubellite is sometimes referred to as red tourmaline or raspberry schorl.
Mining sites
Rubellitic deposits are scattered all over the planet and are already well studied. Brazilian crystals are considered the most beautiful and high quality.African samples are not inferior in quality, however, they do not have the brightness and richness of color that are inherent in the Brazilian mineral.
There are also developments of rubellite in Germany and Italy, the USA, on about. Sri Lanka, in India, in Eastern Europe and Transbaikalia. Earlier, since the time of Peter the Great, stone was also mined just to the east of the Ural Range, but at the moment these deposits are considered exhausted.
Rubellite has a fairly high density and hardness. The stone is characterized by a specific glassy luster, regardless of the degree of color density: the crystal can be absolutely transparent and matte - this depends on the amount of manganese in the composition of a particular sample.
Who is under the mask?
A non-professional can easily confuse rubellite with its "big brother" ruby.
The latter is a much more durable mineral. But the main difference between tourmalines and rubies is pleochroism, i.e. the ability to split a beam of light passing through the body of the crystal in two, which is not characteristic of a sardis. Sometimes, under the guise of pink tourmaline, they sell glass crystals, laboratory minerals, which also do not differ visually from true rubellite. But there is a way to calculate the imitation: if you heat a natural stone in your palms, it attracts paper to itself, while sitalls do not have such an amazing property.
True raspberry schorl is not so easy to damage mechanically. For example, scratching it with a knife is a fantasy task. As for the color palette of the mineral, then, looking at the photo of rubellite, everyone can make sure that it is wide enough: from white-pink to wine. It is unlikely to recognize a fake by color.However, this concerns the lightest crystals to the least extent, since it is almost impossible to fake this color. Because when you try to get this type of tourmaline from another mineral by heat treatment, the latter will darken sharply, and there will be no talk of any pale pink color.
Esoteric discourse
The magical properties of rubellite have been known ever since mankind began to make jewelry from such jewelry. The ancient Romans believed that the stone is under the auspices of Venus itself, patronizing the sphere of aesthetics and human relations. This probably explains the fact that rubellite is very effective as a talisman for lovers and couples. Pink tourmaline helps partners get around sharp corners in relationships. And along with harmony in the intimate sphere, in the broadest sense of this expression, comes success in other areas of life. When everything is good in the family, and the energy resource is not spent on scandals, then it is actively used at school and work, which, of course, bears fruit.
A product made of rubellite helps to gain self-confidence, increase self-esteem. It helps to quickly forget insults and hardships, look at any situation, even seemingly stalemate at first glance, in a new way and apply non-standard approaches to its solution.
In addition, pink crystals protect from the evil eye and slander, favor any creative endeavors, and add points to charisma.
Astrological aspect
From an astrological point of view, rubellite is tied to the air element, and specifically, to the constellation Libra. For men, the best option for a talisman would be a ring with an insert of red tourmaline.With such a “companion”, the Libra man can safely start any business, no matter whether it concerns love affairs or business. Ladies-Libra will suit absolutely any decoration. It will make the owner's natural beauty shine with new colors, visually rejuvenate her, and also help eliminate enemies.
An alliance with rubellite will be no less fruitful for representatives of other signs of Air, Gemini and Aquarius.
However, there are no strict horoscopic "contraindications" to interaction with rubellite for this or that sign. Astrologers note that if this stone does not bring tremendous success, then at least it will improve the health of a representative of any sign.
In stone treatment
The healing properties of rubellite are due to the specific magnetic field that the crystal creates around its owner, which performs a certain protective function. What you should pay attention to when buying a stone is its shade. Since this characteristic is in direct correlation with healing functions: if a person has problems at the physical level, i.e. organic plan, then he should choose a rich dark mineral. Such samples help to stabilize the metabolism, "extinguish" the foci of inflammation, improve the peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract, and adjust the heart rhythm.
Lithotherapists recommend that people suffering from diseases of the cardiovascular system wear pendants with a rubellite insert on a long string or chain so that it is in the region of the heart, and for those who have problems with the thyroid gland, pink tourmaline beads will be extremely useful.
Light specimens are responsible for the psyche. And, accordingly, somatic disorders caused by chronic stress.It is necessary to meditate on pale rubellites in case of sleep disorders, anxiety, phobias, apathy, and vice versa - difficulties with relaxation, and also when it is necessary to pump cognitive functions.
Price
The price of a rubellite stone cannot be called modest. A 1-carat crystal, depending on the country of manufacture and color, costs from 30 to 55 dollars. The most expensive are specimens of rich pink or red flowers.
Care, wearing
Rubellite is a very “receptive” stone from an energetic point of view, in the sense that, like a sponge, it absorbs not only the positive, but also the negative of its owner and the environment in which the latter resides. Therefore, a talisman or jewelry made of red tourmaline needs literally daily “cleaning”. There are three simple ways to free the crystal from negativity:
- Placement in holy or silver water;
- Room for running water;
- Contact with a candle flame.
However, there is an option to simply leave the rubellite product in the open sun for several hours. This method will help not only to clear the pebble of negativity, but also to recharge it.
Ordinary cleaning, "hygienic", even easier. Since rubellite is practically invulnerable, it is not afraid of any hard brushes and chemicals, even aggressive ones. But still, experts recommend cleaning the stone only by washing in a weakly concentrated soapy solution no more than once a season. In total, there are about 50 different shades of pink tourmaline.
Each one is absolutely amazing. Rubellite looks great in both gold and silver cut, favorably emphasizing not only the individuality, but also the financial status of the owner of the jewelry. The stone is combined with any style, and will be the highlight of any exit.Eclectic, boho and ethnic images will look especially luxurious. Sets of jewelry made of gold and rubellite will make the classics even more conservative, which, perhaps, will only add a specific “weight” and charm to the bow.
Photo stone Rubellite
