Dumortierite stone of stunning colors - photo of the mineral, magical and healing properties, with which signs of the zodiac it is combined

Dumortierite is a stone discovered relatively recently, at the end of the 19th century. Many, for sure, have never heard this intricate name. Those who are still familiar with the stone appreciate it not only for its stunning deep blue color, but also for its powerful energy, magical and healing qualities.

In fact, this rare and extraordinarily beautiful stone has been mined since the 12th century, however, until 1881 it was mistaken for lapis lazuli. It was this year that French geologists discovered this mineral in the Alps, and after a deep analysis of the stone, they came to the conclusion that it would be wrong to call it lapis lazuli. He was given his own name in honor of the famous mineralogist Eugene Dumortier - dumortierite. The scientist himself did not take part in the discovery of the mineral, since he died shortly before.

It is worth noting that despite the fact that Eugene was a paleontologist and amateur geologist, he managed to make a large number of discoveries and enter the scientific elite of that time. Its curator was one of the greatest European scientists of that time, Jean-Baptiste Fourier.

Physical and chemical characteristics and places of development

In its composition, dumortierite is an aluminum borosilicate with an island-type crystal structure. The palette is not very rich: usually these are blue and purple shades, however, there are also brown-red, orange-red and even pale pink options. The crystals are opaque, have an inexpressive luster and weakly luminesce, have imperfect cleavage (that is, they are easily separated from one another), uneven fractures, and pronounced pleochroism. Dumortierite has a rating of 7 on the Mohs hardness scale.

When exposed to heat, the stone loses its color and turns white, but this can be corrected if cobalt nitrate is used in the processing.

This mineral tends to slowly dissolve in hydrofluoric acid.

Dumortierite is formed in igneous rocks, very often grows together with rock crystal or other varieties of quartz.

There are deposits of this stone on all continents: in the USA and Canada, Mexico, Peru and Brazil, on the Island of Madagascar, in India and on about. Ceylon, and, as mentioned above, in the French Alps, more specifically, near Leon.

Healing qualities

Great importance is attached to the qualities of dumortierite by lithotherapists. Specialists in the field of stone treatment note, first of all, the beneficial effect of the mineral on the nervous system, in the broadest sense of this expression. Stone products help fight insomnia, nightmares, phobias, panic attacks and other anxiety attacks, various manifestations of vegetovascular dystonia, and increase stress resistance.

In addition, the stone is quite effective in the fight against bad habits: dumortierite weakens the craving for the object of addiction.True, this applies exclusively to chemical addictions. As for gambling addiction, no representative sample of cases has yet been presented that could confirm or refute the effectiveness of blue crystals against this phenomenon. In most cases, gambling addiction is not considered as a problem, unless, of course, we are talking about the loss of real money.

Dumortierites of brown tones have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and detoxifying effects, stabilize pressure, and relieve pain.

It is believed that dumortierite products help to maintain physical and mental, intellectual, tone and give longevity. This is due to the antioxidant properties of the stone. As you know, the main cause of cancer is acidosis, i.e. over-oxidation of the body, provoked by a huge number of reasons: poor ecology, the same bad habits, unhealthy diet with an overwhelming amount of products that oxidize the body ...

Magic "chips"

The magical properties of dumortierite are due to the fact that products made from this mineral are able to block the negative energy of the environment and protect against accidents. Esotericists believe that dumortierite talismans endow children with a craving for knowledge and mental alertness, and help the elderly to keep their minds.

A charm from this stone helps to develop intuition and make fewer mistakes, as well as analyze the mistakes of the past, rash acts, learn the necessary lessons from this and start life from scratch.In addition, blue crystals help to reveal previously hidden talents, gain inspiration, get out of a creative crisis and realize your potential to the maximum extent. Bohemia - filmmakers, musicians, writers - these are just the people to whom dumortierite suits the most in connection with professional needs.

Jewelry and amulets made from this mineral help to look at any situation with a fresh look and find non-standard ways to solve the most difficult problems, emerge victorious from this struggle, and come closer to understanding the meaning of life.

Well, and, finally, dumortierite will be very useful for those people who are accustomed to irrational spending of finances. Indeed, among those very rash acts that are prevented with the help of a blue mineral amulet, there are, among other things, unprofitable monetary investments.

Horoscope compatibility

As for astrologers, they associate the energy of dumortierite with the psychosiology of fire signs. Products from this stone help Leo, Aries and Sagittarius to become more balanced, learn to manage anger, thereby establishing relationships with loved ones.

Jewelry and amulets made of blue crystal are also useful for representatives of the earth element. With the help of dumortierite talismans, Virgos, Taurus and Capricorns will be able to move up the career ladder and not only amuse their own vanity, but also make big money.

For fish, this mineral promises a fateful meeting that will lead to the creation of a family, or maintain peace and prosperity in an existing family.

There are no horoscopic "contraindications" to wearing dumortierite, however, it is worth noting that for representatives of the zodiacs who have not been listed, talismans from the described stone are, of course, effective, but not 100%.

Jewelry cost

Prices for dumortierite jewelry cannot be called budgetary. This is primarily due to the fact that monolithic crystals suitable for processing are quite rare in nature. The most valuable is the "pure" mineral from Brazil. According to American catalogs, a centimeter diameter piece of Brazilian dumortierite can cost the buyer about $500.

Intergrowths of dumortierite with quartz are much cheaper. By the way, such a merger forms amazing ornaments resembling Christmas tree needles. Perhaps the most advantageous is the combination of the crystals of the story's hero with rock crystal, forming patterns similar to those that can be seen on the windows on a frosty morning.

The price for a piece of a frosty morning that you can carry with you on a hot summer day is very pleasant: the pendant will cost about 200 rubles, and the beads - 400.

In care, dumortierite is very unpretentious, because it is quite strong and hard, resistant to a wide variety of chemical compounds. As needed, the stones can be washed in soapy water. For energy cleansing of the mineral, washing under cold running water once a week is enough. You can recharge dumortierite by placing it in the same container with rock crystal or amethyst.

We determine the fake

Imitation of dumortierite is an infrequent phenomenon. Since the stone is mostly inexpensive, and not popular. However, everything happens.

It is not difficult to determine an outright fake made of glass or plastic: these materials, unlike natural quartz, tend to heat up when in contact with the human body. You can also apply the "old-fashioned way" - prick a pebble with a heated needle. The plastic falsification will leave a mark from the injection, in addition, a characteristic smell may appear. Natural stone is certainly denser and heavier.

If the buyer has a better fake, namely some laboratory mineral, then even an experienced jeweler will not be able to crack the imitation solely by appearance - an examination will be required.

It is also worth noting that the stone is often mistaken for azurite, lapis lazuli or feldspathoid.

Photo of Dumortierite stone