Rhinestone: properties of stone, its types and applications

Rhinestone is a type of transparent quartz (silica). This mineral has been known to mankind since ancient times, many stories and legends are associated with it. There are several types of rock crystal, which differ in chemical composition, properties and shades. Transparent quartz has various healing and magical abilities. However, in order for the stone to benefit, it is important to purchase a natural mineral, not a fake.

The word “crystal” is translated from Greek as “crystal”. Natural transparent quartz visually represents thin elongated mineral reminiscent of an ice. Its length is several times the width. The most common transparent quartzes are in diameter from 1 to 12 mm, and their length reaches about 50 mm. Rarely found in nature are minerals that grow to several meters in length.

The most common prospectors find single hexagon specimens with miniature dimensions. Slightly less common are deposits of crystal that have grown together on one basis, which are called Druze. The mass of those reaches several kilograms.

The most dimensional druses can weigh centners and even tons. Crystals with exceptional purity and a perfectly smooth surface are very rarely found. Most of the specimens have roughness. Stripes located across and diagonally are often visible on the surface. External defects are caused by increased sensitivity of rock crystal to sharp changes in temperature conditions.

Crystal crystals have a glass glossy shine.They have the ability to transmit solar ultraviolet rays. Instances can be transparent, as well as pink, golden or lilac. Their shade directly depends on the impurities that make up the mineral.

In ancient times, there were many stories related to the origin of transparent quartz. In ancient Greece, it was believed that transparent crystal is nothing but the tears of a deity. He was credited with powerful magical power. Some were inclined to the fact that transparent quartz is eternal ice, not amenable to melting.

According to one of the oldest legends, crystal is holy water forever frozen by the gods. The Indians believed that the souls of wise and decent people turned into transparent minerals after their death.

The hydrothermal crystal formation is also known to science. In this case, heated alkaline solutions enriched with silicon salts are evaporated when air is exposed to high temperatures.

It is believed that the most common mineral is precisely crystal. His prey is involved everywhere. The largest mineral deposits are located on Middle Urals and in Yakutia. Semi-precious stones are also mined in Switzerland and in France (in the Alps). Large mining of rock crystal is carried out in China, Brazil, Kazakhstan.

Crystal clear quartz looks like ice. In nature, it is common. Much less often in the mountains are varieties of rock crystal. Each of the species has one or another impurity in its composition. Due to the presence of various chemical compounds, stones have a different degree of transparency, and they can also vary in color and structure. Consider the popular types of rock crystal.

• Amethyst. The mineral contains iron and manganese, in some instances organic dyes are present. Thanks to these chemical compounds, amethyst acquires a purple or purple color. Less common are specimens with disseminated citrine or hematite. Such stones have green and yellow hues.

• Citrine is a yellow mineral. The color of the sun is ensured by the presence of trivalent aluminum, hydrogen and lithium in the composition. Citrine is extremely rare in nature. The stone is expensive. It is used to create exclusive and exquisite jewelry.

• Morion - the so-called magic mineral. It has dark shades - from dark brown to black. Especially he fell in love with mystics and esoterics. It is believed that with its help, magicians are able to maintain contact with the other world.

• «Arrows of Cupid"- another name for the stone may sound like a hairy or" Venus hair. " So called this gem for its unusual appearance. Volosatic has rutile, actinolite and goethite impurities, which are located inside the mineral in the form of very thin and long inclusions. Visually, they resemble human hair.

• Rauchtopaz - may have a blue, light brown and brown shades. Contains aluminum impurities. In contrast to the above minerals, rauchtopaz is common.

Rhinestone is a stone that surprises with its grace and beauty. Since ancient times, he attracted a person not only due to his appearance, but also due to beneficial effects on health. Previously, when there was no medicine, gems were often used for medical purposes. Centuries have passed, but, despite this, unusual properties are attributed to crystal to this day.

Greek legends often refer to crystal glassware. Already at that time, people knew that the mineral had the ability sanitize food and water. In crystal bowls and goblets, food and drinks were served to noble people and valiant warriors. It was believed that the food in such dishes gave the person more energy and strength, healed him from the inside. Most mages believe in the healing power of crystal today. They use crystal containers to store medicinal tinctures.

Modern lithotherapists (specialists in stone treatment) widely use crystal in their practices. All types of this mineral have similar properties, but in alternative medicine, a gem with a green tint is especially valued. Lithotherapists note its numerous healing characteristics.

• Fast wound healing. Mineral due to disinfecting properties contributes to the rapid healing of damaged soft tissues. When using crystal, the risks of inflammation in injured areas are negated.
• Dullness of pain with bruises. Transparent quartz acts as a compress. It maintains a constant temperature in contact with the human body. Even if the mineral is squeezed in the hand, it will remain cold. Due to this feature, it is used not only to relieve pain during dislocations, but also to reduce elevated body temperature.
• Body cleansing. Crystal placed in water makes it healing, such a liquid is able to remove toxic substances and toxins from the body.

Crystal is used for body massage. Such manipulations are especially common in China, Tibet and India. With the help of a gem, lithotherapists act on biologically active points of a person. Thanks to the stimulation of certain zones during the massage, the patient has a feeling of fatigue, he is energized, and becomes alert.

Crystal treatment sessions contribute to:

• getting rid of sciatica;
• improving physical stamina and mental activity;
• troubleshooting sleep problems;
• getting rid of migraine;
• the fight against depressive conditions.

In general, crystal has a beneficial effect on all organs and systems. However, remember that with any disease, you should not rely only on the wonderful strength of the mineral. Quartz can be used as an additional treatment method.

In addition to its healing properties, rock crystal is also endowed with strongest magical power. Since ancient times, the mineral has been used by magicians and fortunetellers to determine the past and predict the future. Transparent quartz helps open the so-called third eye. He is able to awaken extrasensory abilities in a person. That is why various witchcraft paraphernalia made of crystal are available in many esoteric shops.

The magic of a mountain mineral is capable of creating real miracles.

• Crystal can answer exciting questions. He is often resorted to in cases where a person is at a crossroads and does not know what to do right with him. To understand the situation, you need to turn to the crystal pendulum and mentally ask an exciting question. A rotation of the pendulum in a circle will indicate an affirmative answer, and a movement in different directions - a negative one.
• A mountain mineral can become a powerful amulet against damage, evil slander, gossip and envy. Crystal talismans attract positive energy into the house, they contribute to the formation of a favorable energy atmosphere for all family members.In houses where there are crystal charms, reign love, trust, respect and mutual understanding.
• Talismans made of quartz gems, located near the bed or under the pillow, drive away nightmares, contribute to a full and healthy sleep. The magical properties of the mineral help get rid of chronic insomnia.
• Crystal is called the gem of love. This name was given to him for a reason. The fact is that a person wearing jewelry made of a transparent mineral becomes more attractive to people. It is much easier for him to achieve the disposition of superiors, colleagues, acquaintances.
• Rhinestone activates brain activity. It helps to organize thoughts, focus on an important matter, direct the mental flow in the right direction, strengthen memory. Due to these properties, it is recommended to place various crystal products near the workplace, as well as to keep students and schoolchildren with them.

To reduce the cost of jewelry fraudsters fake rhinestone. For these purposes, they use cubic zirconia or glass. Jewelry, amulets and talismans made of these materials do not have healing and magical properties. These are ordinary "dummies" that do not carry positive energy.

Thanks to modern technology and mastery, fraudsters fake a natural mineral so that it becomes very difficult to determine a fake. It is not always possible for an experienced jeweler to turn in a jewelry or talisman for inspection. Therefore, before purchasing products with stones, you should find out how you can verify the authenticity of quartz.

The easiest method is tactile. Rhinestone differs from cubic zirconia or glass at a constant temperature. Being in the palm of your hand for a long time, it will remain cool. Products made of glass and cubic zirconia will immediately heat up to body temperature.

To distinguish natural from fake stone at home, you need to produce it external assessment. Fakes practically do not refract light. Through the glass, the sunbeam passes unchanged, and through the gem it breaks up into multiple colored rays.

Give out a fake stone can it external impeccability. As a rule, non-natural products are perfectly clean and transparent, without inclusions and various external defects. A natural mineral should not have frozen air bubbles in its structure.

Artificial stones do not have rock crystal hardness. Natural mineral is much stronger than glass. If you hold the needle on the surface of the gem, then there will be no scratches on it. Glass products, by contrast, are more fragile. The surest way to identify a fake is delivery of the product for examination.

Previously, masters grind from large-sized stones sculptures, decor items, dishes, various cups for water purification. Ancient jewelry was made of crystal, as evidenced by numerous archaeological sites.

Quartz was widely used for the manufacture of lenses, hand mirrors and magnifiers. Today, rhinestone is less and less used for these purposes, but it has found wide application in jewelry. Use it to create jewelry: earrings, bracelets, beads, necklaces, pendants, brooches and rings.

Crystal is a universal stone. When creating jewelry, it can be used as an independent mineral or in tandem with other stones. It goes well with all precious metals.

A solid and durable mineral lends itself well to polishing, so amulets and talismans of various shapes are obtained from it. They are used as personal charms. In addition to all this, rhinestone has been widely used in radio engineering. It is used as a piezoelectric material to create ultrasonic vibrations.

Rhinestone, despite its many positive magical properties, is not suitable for every person. It is strictly forbidden to carry it to people with unkind thoughts, who pursue the goal of their own profit in everything. In this situation, the gem will do everything for its owner to achieve well-deserved punishment for his atrocities.

Stones of pink and green shades are suitable for everyone. Women are recommended to wear jewelry from these gems at chest level. It is best for men to purchase bracelets and put them on their right hand - in this case, jewelry will give a person confidence, make him more purposeful. To protect the child from the evil eye or slander, it is recommended to purchase a discreet small pendant for him.

Dark-colored gems should not be chosen by people with low energy. In such a situation, the mineral will not give moral strength to its owner, but, on the contrary, will suppress it. As a result, a person will not be able to grow spiritually, it will be difficult for him to set new goals and move towards them.

Natural crystal crystals should be selected strictly in accordance with their zodiac constellation. For some signs, gems will be perfect, revealing their positive qualities, for other signs they will bring less benefit, and only harm others.

The last group includes people belonging to the constellations Sagittarius and Capricorn. The fact is that these signs are very emotional and impulsive. They are characterized by talkativeness and a tendency to exaggerate reality. Rhinestone will enhance these qualities, as a result of which Capricorn and Sagittarius can become talkers and gossips.

According to astrologers, rhinestone is best suited Aries, Leo, Gemini and Aquarius. For example, Gemini crystal will help to cope with duality. Representatives of this sign will become more decisive and focused.

Aries gems will help get rid of excessive gaiety and pretense. By balancing some qualities of character, the mineral will help them become friendly and inquisitive. Crystal lions will help to establish relationships with loved ones, and Aquarius - to suppress self-doubt.

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