A pink gem has recently begun to be mastered by domestic jewelers. And in America it is very popular - a ring with this stone is considered an engagement ring, brings happiness and love to the couple. Buddhist monks called the pink pebble the talisman that bestows enlightenment. We are talking about morganite, however, the mineral has several other names.
A bit of history
Morganite is a semiprecious stone that was first discovered and described in 1910. It is interesting that the stone was discovered a long time ago, however, it was recently assigned to the class of precious.
His name, which appeared in 1911, he owes to the American Morgan, the first philanthropist, banker. They say that this same Morgan, along with his family, was to go on a cruise around the world. Tickets were bought for the most powerful and modern Titanic liner at that time. At the last moment, the banker decided to cancel the trip. And when he was asked what caused the refusal, he tapped his finger on the pink stone that adorned his fireplace.
In addition, Morgan often said that wealth can be obtained through experience, grasp and a happy combination of circumstances. According to the rich man, one cannot do without a good astrologer. Morgan was known as a person who regularly consults with his astrologer, draws up various cards and so on.
Another name for morganite is sparrow (given to the stone in 1909). Its stone was named after the scientist who first discovered this beryl in the Urals. The scientist's name was Vorobyov Victor Ivanovich.
Finally, the stone also has a third name - amethyst-balsatin, which is due to its external resemblance to amethyst. The existing names seemed to scientists a little, and at the beginning of the XX century another one was proposed - pink emerald. Due to the pretentiousness and pathos of the sound, it did not take root, although from the point of view of gemology it most accurately characterizes this mineral.
Characteristic
Morganite is a mineral of pink-purple palette - from pale pink to purple, sometimes brownish. Acceptable in it are yellow and peach colors. By the way, peach-colored sparrows are a real rarity. In value, it surpasses even a diamond.
It belongs to the group of beryl minerals, which means it has characteristic features for them. The mineral palette is explained by the presence of manganese, lithium, iron and cesium in the impurities. Density values range from 2.6-2.9 g / cu. cm, the Mohs hardness is 7.5-8 units.
However, Vorobevit also has characteristics uncharacteristic of other beryls. It differs in the form of a prism, the admissibility of a different degree of transparency of different faces. Morganite is comparable in form to imperial topaz, but differs from the latter in that it is precious. However, there is a synthetic analogue - glass morganite, which is nothing more than an artificially grown nanocrystal.
Despite the high hardness, sparrow is fragile. All jewelry with this stone has a natural shade, the stone does not undergo a change in pigmentation. This, by the way, is partly due to the fragility of the mineral.
Morganite has a rich color palette, which begins with light pink (the predominance of manganese) and reaches dark red, purple (in this case, the stone contains cesium in large quantities). In addition, quartz is present in the composition.
Pink emerald is a radioactive stone. Only slightly colored fine particles are not a threat. If we talk about the level of radiation in large stones with a pronounced color, then in them it exceeds the permissible. In this regard, such morganites are not allowed to be stored and handled in places where people are located, and certain requirements must be observed during transportation (closed lead packaging, warning sign).
However, if you purchase jewelry with such a stone, there is no need to be afraid. Only stones safe from the point of view of radiation are available for sale.
If you direct a light beam at it, then the stone will be either completely transparent (transmitting light) or slightly cloudy. The mineral has an uneven and conchoidal fracture. Before jewelry processing, the mineral looks very unpresentable. It has noticeable scuffs and roughness. It is a polyhedron in shape, consisting of long prisms with parallel edges. With a large number of prisms, the stone may appear brown.
In the structure of morganite, there may be inclusions - gas bubbles, liquids. Such a mineral will be opaque and have a lower cost than a transparent analogue. In addition, sparrow-wood without such inclusions is easier to cut, for which jewelers value it higher.
The sparrow deposit is called the state of Utah in the USA, California, Madagascar, and Brazil. It is here that the largest and most flawless minerals are mined. In addition, mining is conducted in Afghanistan, China, and Africa. In Russia, there are no large deposits, there are only single specimens of morganites in the territory of Transbaikalia, the Middle Urals. In the former CIS, mining mines are located in Tajikistan.
The mineral is mined from igneous rocks in the same way as topazes, beryls, emeralds, aquamarines.
Healing and magical properties
Like most beryls, sparrow helps its owner maintain clarity of mind, improve memory, and relieve nervous fatigue.Provided that the morganite is correctly selected, it has the properties of a talisman - that is, it reflects everything evil that is sent to the owner from the outside. It is believed that the pink emerald helps solve complex cases - passing exams, difficult conversations, trials.
In general, the mineral has a beneficial effect on intellectual processes and everything that “relates” to the head. It is worn for headaches, migraines, sleep disorders, cognitive impairment. It is believed that with colds, morganitis saves from nasal congestion and sore throat.
The stone is called the talisman of emotional and spiritual harmony. There is a physical explanation for this - the stone contains lithium mineral, which is used as one of the components of antidepressants. It reduces anxiety, nervousness.
Morganite saves from back pain, even old ones, and heals women with pelvic diseases. To do this, a woman should wear a pink mineral belt.
Due to the radioactivity of sparrow, it should not be worn on the neck, near the thyroid gland. Typically, stone jewelry is worn on the fingers and wrists. However, even wearing them constantly and for a long time is not recommended.
Pink stone has a joyful, life-affirming energy, therefore it is recommended for wearing in the "black" periods of life. It will lighten the mood, improve and stabilize the emotional background, help establish the "weather in the house" and strengthen the marriage bond.
According to the teachings of Buddhist monks, the sparrow-bird eliminates pathologies at all levels and is considered a stone of unearthly origin. It was often used to enlighten, to strengthen the action of spiritual practices. Buddhists claimed that the meaning of the hexagonal shape of a stone is a projection of the Universe, all magic knowledge about life on earth is enclosed in a stone.
Modern followers of Buddhist monks also respect Morganite. They continue to use the stone in meditation, to achieve enlightenment, the search for their destiny.
Vorobevit will help to maintain fidelity and respect for the spouses, strengthen the family hearth, and will allow to arouse passion in a relationship. Thanks to the powerful energetic action of the stone, he was credited with the ability to heal a person from physical ailments on a mental level. In this case, a woman in a pair is recommended to wear a pendant with morganite.
A bracelet with morganite will allow a man to become more confident in himself, will bring a significant position in society and success in financial and career matters.
Vorobevit is recommended for those who want to achieve their goals. It is also the gem of all students. Finally, it helps to become more attentive and economic.
Who is it for?
Products made of pink mineral are recommended for single people - both women and men. Wearing a stone will allow them to find their love, to attract the attention of the opposite sex. Morganite is considered a suitable talisman for people who start a business. Especially if it is associated with art, learning. The most effective for such people will be a silver ring with sparrow.
It helps to reveal the talents inherent in a person and strengthen existing ones. Wearing a sparrow is beneficial for adolescents - it will protect against troubles and will allow you to show more diligence and interest in learning.
Most of all, the stone is suitable for Libra. Cancer, Pisces, Scorpions can choose it as a talisman.
Aries pink emerald will improve the functioning of the heart, digestive tract, spine. He will literally breathe life into the representatives of this sign, if a person feels tired, depressed. Effective for diseases of female organs, colds. A stone of a light purple hue will make Aries more balanced and less hot-tempered, protect against attacks of aggression.
For Taurus, especially those born in May, the stone will become a reliable talismans in love affairs. Will bring success and financial well-being.
Gemini also promises help in career and personal life. In addition, it will help build relationships with people, improve brain function.
Crayfish, primarily born July 12-22, the stone will help to find love, and then will protect the couple from evil eyes and tongues, gossip, intrigue. It will be successful to wear a stone for people of science, intellectual activity.
Born under the sign of Leo, this gem will bring self-confidence, make Lviv more attractive in the eyes of the opposite sex. The best option is a peach-colored sparrow.
Virgo pink stone helps to find a destination, becomes a talisman in making complex, vital decisions. It will help the representatives of the sign to become more tolerant, increase vitality. It is not recommended to wear morganite in a gold frame, since gold as a whole does not suit Virgo too much.
Libra will receive from the mineral energy of action and courage for new beginnings.
For Scorpions, a stone can become an ordinary decoration, but not a talisman - it will not show special magical and healing properties.
Sagittarius pink mineral will inspire new acquaintances who have every chance to turn into pleasant relationships and useful connections.
For Capricorn, the pink stone becomes a talisman that helps in the realization of desires. The main condition in this case is to correctly and accurately formulate them.
Aquarius will feel a surge of strength, increased intellectual activity. The best form is pale pink sparrow. Stone is also recommended for fish - it will help in family matters, as well as become more open and less touchy.
How to distinguish from a fake?
The higher the value of the jewel, the higher the chance of "running into" a fake. Since the average cost of morganite reaches up to 150-200 euros per carat, they often fake it quite often. As a copy, they usually take cubic zirconia, spinel, kunzite. If you know the cost of the latter, it becomes especially offensive - how much the buyer overpays in case of fraud.
Unfortunately, reliable information on the originality of the stone will be provided only by a comprehensive laboratory study.
One of them comes down to the direction of x-rays to the sparrow - the stone immediately becomes saturated red. When heated, the original, on the contrary, will lose its color and turn into transparent.
If you lower the original into a solution of bromoform, it will remain floating on the surface. This is due to the lower density of the mineral in comparison with bromoform. Simulation with the same test will sink.
If you look at a fake under a microscope, you can see bloating inside the stone. They appeared as a result of the use of gases. The original morganite will also have similar formations, but it is impossible to examine them through a magnifying glass. Only under the microscope.
Like most stones (with the exception of pearls and amber), morganite is cold. If you attach it to the neck, it will remain so for a long time. A fake will quickly heat up from human heat.
How to care?
Vorobevit requires simple, but regular care. Once a month it is washed under a stream of warm water. If the stone face is contaminated, it is washed with soap, using a cotton swab for convenience. It is not forbidden to easily clean the stone with a soft toothbrush without excessive pressure. If there are stains of fat on its surface, you can resort to cleaning with gasoline.
After washing, morganite is wiped with a soft cloth, polished and dried on an open surface.
To clean the energy of morganite, it should be placed next to rock crystal all night. This will allow you to "reset" the sparrow.
It is recommended to store products with mineral in a box or a special case, protecting from direct UV rays. It is important to remember that for different stones you need to have different covers, since each mineral has its own energy.
Beautiful examples
Most often, sparrows are combined with precious metals.It looks great in a frame of yellow and white gold.
Spectacular products are obtained when combined with morganite sapphires, pearls, turquoise, lapis lazuli, onyx, amethyst.
Sparrow-wood looks spectacularly framed by white gold in the vicinity of diamonds. The latter emphasize and enhance the pink shades of the mineral and its radiance.
No less harmonious is the tandem of sparrow and emerald. True, it is better to choose yellow gold as the frame.
In most cases, in jewelry, sparrows give soft streamlined shapes of ovals and semi-ovals. This is due to the peculiarities of the shape of the mineral, its radiance, shade. Typically, these jewelry - rings, earrings, made in the style of natural motifs.
In addition, morganite is used in cocktail rings with a large stone framed with gold or silver.
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