Blue spinel magical properties. Spinel - ruby ​​claw

The rest of the signs of the zodiac may wear a spinel as an ornament rather than a talisman. It won't do them any good or harm.

Spinel is a rare stone and a powerful talisman. As an amulet, the mineral should be worn in the form of earrings or a ring that must be worn on the nameless or forefinger left hand. In addition, experts advise enclosing it in a gold frame. Only in this way will the stone "work" in full force.

No one can say for sure where the name spinel came from. Possibly from the Latin spina, needle, since the spinel crystal is pointed, like a needle. The second option - from the Greek spinos - a spark, because the faceted mineral has a bright luster in combination with a rich color.

Spinel has been known to people for a long time, but such a name is not mentioned in ancient treatises. Perhaps it was not isolated as a separate type of mineral and was attributed to carbuncles. In Russia, it was called lal and was mined starting from the 9th century in the Pamirs in the Kukhilale deposit. In the XIII century, these places were visited by Marco Polo. True, here too confusion arose with the classification of the stone, therefore, in the traveler's notes, the stone is called a ruby.

Two historical spinels are stored in the English treasury at once. These two stones are worth talking about in more detail.

In the West it is called "Timur's Ruby" after its first known owner, Tamerlane, and in the East it is called "Khiraj-i-Alam (Tribute of Peace). This is one of the largest spinels weighing 352 carats. The stone is not cut; ancient writings have been preserved on it, according to which scientists have traced a long way stone from owner to owner, from country to country. The stone came to Tamerlane after the capture of Delhi, from where it was transported to Samarkand. Then the heirs of Tamerlane owned the jewel, and when the last representative of the family died, power and the stone passed to the new rulers of Safavi. A representative of this family presented the jewel to the Mughals. The jewel was with them until the dynasty fell. After the capture of India by Shah Nadir, the famous mineral, along with the Koh-i-Nor diamond, was taken to Persia, and then transported to Lahore, where they remained until all the jewels passed into the hands of the East India Company. Timur's ruby ​​was given to Queen Victoria. Since then, it has been in Buckingham Palace.

The "Ruby of the Black Prince" is inserted into the center of the cross of the English crown. It is not faceted, only polished, therefore it has irregular shape, and from the previous owners, a hole was left on the stone to wear it as a pendant. Now this place is covered by a diamond. Where the stone was found and who its first owner is unknown. The history known to us begins in 1367. At that time, it was kept in the treasury of the King of Grenada. This country was taken over by the cunning king of Castile, Don Pedro, who killed the ruler of Grenada. Along with the power, Don Pedro received all the jewels. A little later, in one of the battles, the Black Prince helped him win. As a reward for this, Don Pedro gave him a jewel. The further history of the stone is unknown. Again, it is mentioned as an ornament on the helmet of Henry V. In the terrible battle of Agincourt, the king was dealt a blow that could have been fatal, but the helmet held back the onslaught and the ruler remained unharmed. The stone was not damaged either. In the 17th century, jewels belonging to the crown were sold. Spinel was put up for sale at an unimaginably low price - 4 pounds. The person who bought it later returned it to the treasury.

Chemical and physical properties

Spinel according to modern classification belongs to the precious stones of the first group. The composition is aluminum oxide and magnesium oxide. The chemical composition of the mineral is very simple: a magnesium atom is connected to two aluminum atoms and surrounded by four oxygen atoms. If magnesium and aluminum are replaced by zinc, manganese or iron in the composition of the stone, then the color and transparency change.

The properties are described in the table:

Due to its brightness, brilliance and hardness, it is valued as a gemstone along with diamond, ruby ​​and emerald. But the spinel is cheaper and often pretends to be a ruby ​​in jewelry.

Varieties of stone

It is difficult to make a single classification, because, depending on the impurities, the stones come in different colors and transparency. It is conditionally possible to divide spinels into ordinary and noble ones. The first are dark opaque minerals. For example, pleonast and ceylonite are black, often with a green or blue tint. They are not used in the manufacture jewelry. The noble species is divided into subspecies depending on the color.

No significant deposits have been discovered in Russia. Occasionally, spinel is found in the Southern Urals in association with other minerals. The ancient large deposit in the Pamirs. Also, mining is carried out in Sri Lanka, in Burma, in Myanmar.

Medicinal properties

How remedy it has been in use since Ancient Rus'. Red spinel according to the principle of compliance was used to treat diseases associated with blood and cardiovascular system. They also stopped bleeding, treated infections and inflammations.

Modern lithotherapists distinguish the following healing properties of the stone:

• strengthens the immune system;
• restores visual acuity;
• may relieve paralysis;
• treats sexual dysfunction in men;
• relieves irritability and nervous disorders;
• restores metabolism;
• relieves pain syndromes;
• treats infertility in women;
• normalizes pressure;
• relieves pain during intestinal colic.

Red spinel awakens passion, so it should not be used by teenagers, because they have hormonal background not settled yet. This is a talisman mature men who want to attract the attention of women, as well as increase sexual energy. Transparent spinel is used for medicinal and magical purposes. light shades. For example, black does not have supernatural properties.

magical properties

Spinel is not a simple stone. It is under the control of three luminaries at once: the Sun, Jupiter, Venus. In this regard, it is able to have both a beneficial effect on the host and harm. It is believed that spinel jewelry should not be worn every day.

Experts in the field of esotericism warn that the stone helps only sincere people, without bad intentions. He will only harm the deceitful and evil, causing confusion in business and personal life. In general, he does not tolerate cruelty. An amulet with it will protect its owner from communicating with unkind people.

The main magical property of the mineral is to establish connections between people, as well as change the life of its owner. Spinel is able to make a person more attractive in the eyes of others, add positive and charm to him. Along with this come success, well-being, career. The spinel stone has an amazing feature of forming an aura favorable for changes. Even if the desires of the owner are not yet fully formed, and he himself is not aware of what needs to be changed, the talisman is already working and one success follows another, bringing changes with it. This feature makes spinel an indispensable amulet for desperate people who do not know which direction to move.

Spinel of pink and red colors tends to attract love and romance into the life of the owner. It is a symbol of friendship, devotion, purity and constancy. Red spinel will help you meet the person of your life, and revive the family former passion in a relationship with a spouse.

Astrologers advise lions to use spinel. This sign of the zodiac under the influence of the talisman will be charming and noble, successful in all matters, will achieve all the goals. It will become a source of energy for the lion, help to avoid a breakdown, drive away black forces.

The rest of the signs should be treated with caution to spinel amulets.

• this mineral will add sexuality to the ram;
• the sign of the zodiac Taurus under the influence of spinel will find love, advance in a career;
• the twins will find harmony in the soul and become more positive;
• virgins will become businesslike and energetic;
• scales will stop doubting, will quickly make the right decisions;
• Sagittarius will make new useful acquaintances;
• Capricorn will be easy and cheerful in communication;
• fish will get good luck in business, they will begin to bring what they started to the end.

Synthetic spinel

Discovery of a way to do artificial spinel happened by accident. The initial task of the researchers was to make a blue sapphire. For this, a mixture of aluminum oxide, calcium, magnesium and cobalt was used. The result is spinel. For jewelry industry crystals are made bright colors with impurities of chromium, iron, cobalt, copper. Such stones impersonate not only natural spinel, but also some other minerals. In addition, laboratory-grown spinel is used in industry. It is used as a dielectric, optical material, substrate in electronic circuits.

Spinel products

The price of these jewelry is high and depends on the size, color and quality of the stone. For example, one carat of red spinel costs about $1,000. Grey-blue is cheaper than $20 - $30 per carat.

The price should be the determining factor in determining a fake, since it is difficult to distinguish an artificial mineral from a natural one. Synthetic stone is distinguished by the presence of cleavage, patterns, birefringence, bright colors. If you buy jewelry in a store, then the seller must have documents on the stone, which indicates the origin of the mineral.

The cheapest counterfeit spinel with stained glass can be detected by running a stone over the glass. With a hardness of 8 units, spinel will easily leave a scratch. In addition, the stone does not conduct heat well, which means that after touching it remains cold for some time.

Spinel is not a capricious stone to care for. It is enough to follow these rules:

• do not wear constantly, so as not to wear out the edges;
• store in a separate soft box;
• protect from shock and sudden changes temperatures;
• before washing homework or physical education, remove jewelry;
• protect from being hit chemical substances and cosmetics;
• clean soft cloth. At heavy pollution rinse with running water or special solutions.

At proper care spinel will please the owner for a long time with its tints of color. Proof of this is the famous gems, which have changed owners, countries for many centuries, witnessed wars, but continue to be beautiful. This imperial stone, decorating the Monomakh's cap, the crown of Catherine II and the crown of the British Empire.

In jewelry, spinel is of particular interest. This is a rare mineral, which is a compound of magnesium oxide with aluminum. The origin of the name of the stone has several versions: german word Spinell means "thorn", which characterizes the shape of the crystal with a sharp end; in Greek σπίν(ν)ος it means "finch" because of the similarity in color. "Lal" was the name given to spinel in the Middle Ages.

The history of the discovery of the stone

The stone was first mentioned in the 13th century, after a visit by the traveler Marco Polo to the mountains in the Pamirs. The Kuhilale deposit was found here, where stone has been mined since the 9th century. However, this stone was mistakenly considered corundum and ruby, so the deposit was called "ruby mines". Subsequently, the gem was taken to independent group.

During the history of mining, this stone became known as a noble spinel, rubicel, it was called lal, celonite, picotite. The gem in Rus' was highly valued and equated in value with sapphire, emerald, amethyst. In modern jewelry, spinel jewelry occupies a row with diamond and pearls.

Varieties and colors

Field

In Russia, the mineral was found in the Urals, in the Nazyam and Shishim mountains.

The most expensive type of gem is considered to be a stone of red shades and it is mined in Myanmar, and deposits in Sri Lanka give blue gems.

Then it became clear that she is the main character and headdress Russian empress Catherine II.

The photo shows a red spinel, which for a long time thought to be a ruby. She has several names - Ruby of Timur Tamerlane, Ruby Black Prince, Ruby Raja Ratna

Disappointment also awaited the Iranian from Tigiran, in whose treasury 2 with a total mass of about a kilogram are stored. One of them, like two drops of water, turned out to be a spinel.

What kind of mineral is this? Do I need to be upset if they turn out to be a loved one? Where is the doppelgänger mined? The answers to all these questions are below.

Spinel deposits

Spinel - stone, in the mines of Badakhshan in the Pamirs. This mountain system passes through the territories of Tajikistan and Afghanistan. The ruby ​​double is also actively mined in Thailand. The deposits are located in the Chantabu region.

There spinel is found together with and. The place is called "Pomegranate Mines", and Marco Polo was also mentioned. Famous for mineral deposits and Burma with Ceylon.

Spinel is not rich. specimens were found only near the Slyudyanka riverbed. The manifestation is called "Pass". The Malobystrinskoye deposit is also located near Lake Baikal.

It is also on Slyudyanka. But there spinel, properties which under the "sight" in this, colorless. This is the most rare view stone. It is valued less, but it is of interest to geologists.

In the photo, red spinel in the breed

Ural is famous for gems. But, there, only spinels are found. Their number is minimal. Crystals are found in the south of the ridge, in the Kochkar region. Due to the color, the mineral is often mistaken for.

There are also. They are also found in the Kochkar region, in the Kamenka River. She appears not only in mineralogical reference books, but also in fairy tales, for example, in “The Mistress copper mountain» Bazhova.

The largest spinel crystals were found in Yakutia. Here, in the Republic of Sakha, at the Emeldzhak deposit, samples are found. 8-12 centimeters - this is what the emeldzhak reaches spinel stone. Properties it is similar to other types of mineral, but there is a special name - hercynite.

Physical Properties spinels

Spinel on photo indistinguishable from the same. But, the twin formula is different - MgAl 2 O 4. In a pomegranate, there are both, and, and. Being a complex oxide and, spinel is able to absorb third-party ions. So, crystals with an impurity are called chlorospinel.

It is bottle green in color. The presence of manganese gives lilac shade. Stones of this tone are called picotites. rubicella contains . It is interesting that the admixture of iron, like chromium ions, reduces the mineral to 7.5 points. The usual score is 8 points.

Pictured are blue spinel crystals

Before buy spinel, it's good to know that the stone is only completely transparent. Otherwise, it's not black spinel, green, or whatever.

The mineral has a high density of 3.5 grams per cubic centimeter. Y, for example, the density is 2.6. Accordingly, rubicilla crystals equal in mass and the same will be of different sizes.

Large samples of spinel are very weighty. Of the minerals, only they are equal in density. With them synthetic spinel , and natural, it is also similar in the form of crystals. Both stones have cubic syngony, that is, octahedrons. There are single and double samples.

Features of spinel formation

If doubled octahedrons are rare, then spinel is the rule. Geologists even call all intergrown crystals of other minerals spinel. Its units are perfect shape. A pair of faces are always developed more than the others. Usually, this pair of opposite faces. In this case, spinel crystals resemble ruby.

This has also become a source of confusion. However, geologists have learned to distinguish between stones on. Spinel has no birefringence of light. Therefore, there is no dichronism, that is, crystals do not change tone depending on the angle of incidence of rays on them.

The photo shows raw spinel, rich red color

On spinel price high if she is in a friend. This is a collection of randomly intergrown crystals. For a garnet twin, this formation is rare. Therefore, decent ones are asked for whole druze. Usually, the total mass of a mineral formation does not exceed 12 carats. Larger druze, and at all, units.

red spinel, black spinel, or other types of gem are metamorphic. That is, they are formed by transforming existing rocks.

Magnesium-containing carbonates and layers with granitoids are transformed into spinel under the influence of pressure in the earth's crust and temperatures. The process is solid phase. In other words, there is no precipitation of crystals from solutions.

Spinel application

Basically, yes it goes on rings red spinel. Most of the famous, large rubies in royal attire, treasuries turned out to be fake for a reason. Large garnets are almost never found. Impressive spinel aggregates are found more often.

High-ranking persons sought to take possession of massive crystals, emphasizing their wealth and status. As a result, the seekers turned out to be the owners spinel stone. Price same paid as for a pomegranate.

In a twin mineral, it replaces not only rubies. blue spinel goes for, green - for emeralds. samples, at times, are given out as dark. So, when purchasing, or, it does not hurt to check for a quality certificate that comes with the stone.

Pictured is a blue spinel

They call transparent samples of saturated tone noble spinel. Wikipedia also indicates the term "common spinel". These are slightly cloudy crystals of brown, dark green color.

Jewelry masters often use synthetic spinel stone. His properties visible on photo. You can see the differences from the real stone and live. Laboratory crystals have a double refraction of light. Therefore, it is impossible to visually distinguish synthetic inserts from garnet, sapphire.

This is what manufacturers use. If connoisseurs are able to identify natural spinel, then it remains only to carry it to the gemological one. Few want and dare to look for her, pay, extract the crystal from her.

Medicinal properties of spinel

Paracelsus first spoke about the mineral as a medicine. He lived in the 15th century, was a doctor, naturalist, was fond of the occult. The scientist began to use the gem for healing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. During the experiments, Paracelsus noticed a difference in the effect of crystals of different colors on the body.

So, black spinel - stone increasing pressure, relieving pain syndrome. With digestive disorders, the doctor was helped only blue variety mineral. It also proved to be a remedy for ailments of the liver, lungs and kidneys.

Pictured is a faceted pink spinel

Green spinel stone, photo which can be easily found on the net, has become a helper for people with illnesses. Emerald crystals were also recommended by Paracelsus for eye diseases.

For skin problems, spinel is needed. She calms down. Red samples stimulate the immune system, accelerate blood circulation. In the East, ruby ​​crystals are also recognized as an amplifier sexual attraction. It is believed that the stone helps to restore the functions of the reproductive system.

The magical properties of spinel

Spinel stone properties gave more than one Zodiac sign More precisely, not one planet. The mineral is patronized by three celestial bodies- Jupiter, Venus and

In the photo, blue spinel artificially grown in the laboratory

As for the professional field of activity, it is ideal for those who need to make decisions quickly, often go on business trips. Such people choose their spinel. Zodiac sign, which she especially protects -.

And the professions in which the gem becomes indispensable assistant- air traffic controller, driver, journalist, doctor. Apparently, spinel helped Paracelsus not only treat people, but also take right decisions, learn new things.

Spinel is an unusual, beautiful and rather rare mineral. Among others, it stands out for its bright brilliance, rich color shades and high transparency. A spinel talisman or decoration brings happiness and love to its owner. What are the healing properties of spinel stone, and what signs of the zodiac does it suit?

Spinel: general characteristics of the stone

Spinel is quite rare in nature.

Spinel is a fairly rare mineral. By chemical composition it is a mixture of magnesium and aluminum oxides. The word "spinel" most likely comes from the Latin name for the stone "spina", which can be translated as "little thorn". It is possible that it comes from the Greek "spinos" (to sparkle).

Mineral deposits are found in several states - in Thailand, Brazil, India, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, on the island of Sri Lanka. The richest deposit of red spinel is being developed in the Mogok Valley (Myanmar). Moreover, ruby ​​is also extracted from the depths there (both minerals are quite difficult to distinguish from each other).

It should be noted that red spinel is extremely rare in nature. Therefore, such a mineral is highly valued by jewelers.

Stories and legends about the stone

Marco Polo (Italian Marco Polo) - Italian merchant and traveler

Information about jewelry stone spinels were first brought to Europe by the famous wanderer Marco Polo. In the XII century, the traveler visited the Pamirs, where he saw with his own eyes how this stone was mined. True, at that time it was considered a variety of rubies. Therefore, Marco Polo called the spinel deposits in the Pamir mountains ruby ​​mines.

Celonite, picotite, rubicel, lal - an unusually many names existed for this stone. Only a few centuries later, geologists established that spinel is a separate mineral with a whole list of specific properties. One way or another, this stone has been loved and respected since ancient times. In the culture of many eastern peoples, it was considered a very expensive and luxurious decoration.

Large Imperial crown, made for Catherine II in 1762

A very curious fact from history: in 1762, the crown of the odious Russian Empress Catherine II was decorated with spinel. encrusted with this rare mineral as well as the famous "Cap of Monomakh". In ancient Rus', this stone was equated in value with emeralds. Today, jewelry made from it is on a par with jewelry made from pearls or diamonds.

Spinel: varieties and colors of stone

Spinel is very rich in shades

Spinel contains many different particles and impurities. Because of this, the mineral can take a variety of color shades. He can be:

• red;
• pink;
• blue
• green;
• purple;
• orange;
• black;
• colorless.

The stone may be transparent or cloudy. Spinel is composed of small crystals that often form druses. Thus, spinel is characterized by a huge variety of colors and shades.

It should be noted that not all varieties of spinel are used in jewelry. Yes, minerals. dark shades(black, brown and others) do not belong to precious, and are not used in production jewelry. But red or orange spinel are considered the most valuable. Copies of dark blue shades are also highly valued by jewelers.

It is easy to guess that the cost of this mineral is quite high, since large specimens can be found in nature. suitable color not so easy. There is a so-called synthetic spinel created in the laboratory. This stone looks very much like a sapphire or aquamarine and can have absolutely any color.

The most expensive varieties of red spinel are mined in the deposits of the country of Myanmar, blue - on the territory of the island of Sri Lanka.

Spinel stone: average prices and scope of use

The general price range for spinel in the current market is from $25 to $500 per carat. The mineral is extraordinarily expensive, so buyers should beware of scammers and fakes.

Red spinel is the most valuable type of stone

The cheapest spinel - gray or bluish in color - costs about $ 25 (per 1 carat). Purple, pink or blue spinel is much more expensive. Such pebbles will be sold to you already for 100-200 dollars per carat. The rarest and most expensive are red specimens. Such a mineral can be purchased at a price of $600 or more per carat.

In general, the price of spinel depends on the color, transparency, size and locality in which the mineral was mined.

Spinel natural origin used in jewelry making. The scope of synthetic spinel is much wider and more diverse.

Like many other inventions, spinel was synthesized by accident. The first experiments were quite successful and served as a springboard for further research. So scientists received synthetic spinel and continued to study its properties and possibilities of practical application.

Synthetic spinel is widely used in instrumentation

Today, this synthetic mineral is widely used in production. So, it is present in many devices as a dielectric or optical element. Synthetic spinel is rarely used in the jewelry industry. However, spinel is used for the production of some jewelry. artificial origin, painted with chromium, manganese or copper. Due to this, the color of the material becomes brighter and more saturated.

Spinel: the magical properties of the stone and the signs of the zodiac

Spinel is classified as a stone with powerful magical properties. He is quite capable of radically changing a person's life for the better.

In some people, spinel is able to open the gift of clairvoyance.

The stone brings to its owner sincere love, good luck and success, helps to believe in yourself and set a life goal. In some cases, spinel is able to develop a person's gift of clairvoyance. However, it is worth noting important point: the stone helps only those people whose thoughts and intentions are absolutely pure. Spinel immediately feels greed, envy and anger in people.

The mineral is closely associated with the Sun and two planets. solar system- Venus and Jupiter. That is why the energy of the stone is very variable over time, it can affect a person with greater or lesser intensity. The magical properties of spinel are maximally manifested if the stone is cut into a gold frame.

Spinel - a source of powerful love energy

In many countries of the East, spinel has long been used to increase sexual energy in men. For single ladies, the stone helps to find their one and only love.

Lithotherapists advise buying earrings and rings with this stone. Moreover, rings with spinel are recommended to be worn on the left hand, on the ring or index finger.

Thanks to their unique properties, spinel stone is well suited to the fiery signs of the zodiac:, and. The mineral will help these representatives of the zodiac circle to make the right decisions in certain situations. life situations. The stone adds strength and energy, promotes the development of intelligence and willpower.

Spinel is also useful for some other signs of the zodiac, in particular, and. For these signs, the stone will significantly improve well-being. For this stone - and at all one of the best and suitable options from all existing ones.

Spinel: medicinal properties and effects on humans

Paracelsus (lat. Paracelsus, real name Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombast von Hohenheim, German Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombast von Hohenheim) was a Swiss alchemist, physician, philosopher, naturalist, natural philosopher of the Renaissance, one of the founders of iatrochemistry.

The influence of this mineral on human health was carefully studied by the famous Swiss alchemist Paracelsus. With the help of spinel powder, the healer treated a wide variety of ailments. Specialists of our time also assure that the properties of spinel are able to effectively deal with a number of various diseases and problems in the human body.

In general, this stone strengthens the body, relieves joint pain, improves blood circulation, eliminates defects skin. Specific healing properties largely depend on the color of the stone.

Red spinel is a "friend" of the human circulatory system, which is not surprising given its color. The mineral activates blood circulation in the body, and also strengthens the immune system. Red spinel is also used to stimulate sexual energy in both women and men. Healers in ancient times made talismans from this stone to attract the attention of the opposite sex. By the way, for this reason, red spinel jewelry is not recommended for children and teenagers.

Blue spinel will help solve the problems of the gastrointestinal tract

Blue spinel will help solve problems with the stomach, liver and intestines. A stone of this shade is also useful for diseases of the lungs, kidneys, as well as disorders in the endocrine system.

Pink spinel is very soothing nervous system, relieves insomnia and cures diseases of the skin.

Green spinel has a strong analgesic effect

Spinel shades of green- an excellent pain reliever. The mineral relieves headaches and joint pain, normalizes blood pressure and promotes normalization metabolic processes. Green spinel therapy is also recommended for various problems with vision.

Black spinel can stop bleeding

Black spinel effectively removes pain and also helps to stop bleeding. Black spinel increases blood pressure and significantly improves physical well-being person.

Thus, spinel is rare and quite expensive. gem. Its price primarily depends on the color. Its healing properties also depend on the shade of the stone. The mineral improves well-being, stimulates sexual activity, normalizes metabolism and relieves joint pain. Spinel is a stone that suits many zodiac signs. First of all - Leo, Sagittarius, Aries and Pisces.

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