Rubellite: properties and values, varieties and care

A lot of stories and legends are associated with rubellite. According to one of the ancient legends, this stone (or rather, an ornament from it in the form of a vine) is taken out of hell. The first owner was the Chaldean magician, who received the rubellite by fraud. Since then, he has become able to go through time and space.

Rubellite is a semiprecious stone with a reddish-pink color. He owes his name to a ruby, for which rublellite has been taken for a long time. Such confusion is associated with the incredible visual similarity of stones. Rubellite was first described by the scientist Richard Kirvanov in 1794. Since the 18th century, the stone has been used to decorate the wedding crowns of Russian monarchs. Today it belongs to class 2 gems.

The rubellite color palette includes many shades of red - from pale pink to deep red with a violet glow. Features of color affect its value. For example, rubellite of a dark cherry shade is considered more valuable and expensive, it has its own name - sibirite. Rubellite has a shine, which is especially noticeable on the edges of the stone.

The most famous variety of rubellite is a precious bunch of grapes stored in the Diamond Fund of Russia. Until the beginning of the 20th century, it was believed that the cluster was made of ruby, however, academician A.E. Fersman proved that the crystal belongs to the kind of tourmaline - rubellite.

Rubellite first came to the European continent from India, from where sailors brought it. However, today it is mined around the world. The mineral fills quartz and pegmatite vein voids. According to mineralogists, if rubellite appeared under the influence of high temperatures, then it will be dull and very dark, almost black. Light rubellite appears under the influence of low temperatures, while its prismatic shape is shortened.

Often, the mineral is found in ores that have a magmatic origin. Due to the resistance of the stone to temperature effects (both high and low), moisture and mechanical influence, rubellites are often found in river channels, in mountain caves in the form of sediment, on gentle hills.

Today, the rubellite deposit is called Brazil, where its most valuable varieties are mined. One druse can weigh up to 4 tons, and the maximum length of the shoots is up to half a meter. Some of the most beautiful stones are mined on the island of Elba, they were even given a special name - the Elbaites.

In Russia, rubellites are mined in the territory of Transbaikalia and the Urals. However, the Ural rubellite was especially common during the time of Peter the Great. Today this location has been exhausted, the main one is Transbaikalia. Finally, there are stone deposits in America, Madagascar, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Africa.

Depending on the prevailing shade in the mineral, the following types are distinguished:

• tourmaline red-violet with a purple hue - sibirite;

• a mineral with a blood red tint - pyrite;

• ruby red stone is a raspberry sherl;

• dense raspberry, rather berry, rubellite is called daurite.

As already mentioned, the most valuable are dark cherry minerals. Sure, they look like real rubies.

The value of the mineral depends on the color. Like any stone, it becomes a talisman only if the owner of the jewelry has a positive attitude and good thoughts.

The pinkish tint of the stone is due to the presence of manganese impurities in it. It has a density below average (2.9-3.26 g / cm3). The crystals have a triangular shape with rounded corners. It occurs in nature in the form of a single formation or as splices-druses (needle-shaped or radially radiant).

At a sufficiently low density, the stone has increased strength - after processing it cannot be scratched. Rubellite has another interesting property - when heated, it attracts small pieces of paper.

Rubellite structure can be matte or transparent. The second types of stones are valued higher and are used for jewelry (rings, pendants, earrings, head jewelry). Frosted stones usually become beads, elements of bracelets. Large matte minerals are used for fakes, interior items.

The stone helps its owner to get rid of internal fears and self-doubt. It is also considered a jewel that will allow a person to discover new opportunities for himself, see and reveal his potential. A person whose amulet is rubellite clearly sees the goal and goes to it, not exchanging for smaller and insignificant matters.

The stone also inspires, eliminates disappointments in life and love. He is able to literally breathe life into his owner, to achieve his goals, when the forces are already running out. Often the energy hidden in a person gives an impulse to action. It is a ruby ​​stone that allows you to not be mistaken in your intentions, directs energy in the right direction.

The heavenly protector of the mineral is the planet Venus, and therefore rubellite helps in cupid affairs. If the stone is framed in gold, then such a decoration will attract a reciprocal love feeling into the life of its owner. Presented to a loved one as a gift, such a decoration will help strengthen feelings, bring harmony, clarity and stability to relationships.

We can say that rubellite is a sedative stone. It relieves stress and gives peace of mind during experiences and even severe nervous disorders. It is recommended to choose it for people who are at a crossroads, who have no one to ask for advice and support.

It is also believed that the stone protects against unequal exposure - slander, corruption, witchcraft. The vibrant and attractive energy of rubellite makes it a mascot of public figures, as well as creative people.

According to feng shui rubellite belongs to the element of fire, so in the house it is located in the southern sector. Meditation on a stone can nullify negative energy and charge with positive emotions. To do this, the stone is held at chest level, feeling a pinkish cloud enveloping everything around.

Rubellite is called a stone that can improve memory, relieve nightmares and normalize the background. In addition, it improves digestion, boosts immunity, and has a positive effect on the state of the nervous system. The beneficial effect of the mineral extends to the work of the glands - primarily on the endocrine system. In addition, it helps to improve metabolic processes in the body.

Bright red rubellites improve the functioning of the urinary system. They also help with diseases of the cardiovascular and circulatory systems. Rubellite is considered primarily a male stone, since it increases potency, improves the health of the stronger sex.

Jewels of a dark shade have a more pronounced effect on physical health, while stones of light colors are associated with the mental and emotional sphere of a person. The latter are recommended for overwork, depression, distraction, and sleep problems.

Rubellit is a stone of air signs of the zodiac. Most of all, the stone is suitable for Libra men. It will give the owner confidence, courage, courage. Libra women, thanks to rubellite, become calmer, aimed at creating family comfort. The stone will help scorpions gain sexual energy, confidence in their male power. He will bring well-being to Lions and Aries, fill his life with “right” energy.

Crayfish stone will keep you alert and “cold mind” in difficult situations. It will help to show intuition and thereby avoid troubles. For Sagittarius, a mineral can be a kind of navigator, by which one can judge the successful or not very successful outcome of a plan. The main thing is to learn to correctly "understand" the stone.

The rubellite will also be suitable for such zodiac signs as Sagittarius, Leo, Capricorn. For Lviv, by the way, rubellite is considered one of the most effective and powerful amulets. It must be worn on the body. In this case, the talisman will give help and support, spiritual strength and perseverance.

Strong in spirit Taurus can rely on a stone - the mineral will help to maintain a clear mind, not suffer financial losses, and avoid fraudulent actions in relation to yourself. An important condition is to wear the stone on your hand and only with pure thoughts.

A similar effect will have rubellite on the representatives of Pisces. In addition, it will protect its owner from gossip and bad thoughts. Rubellite will help aquarius to unleash its potential, give a positive energy of creation, which will lead to an increase in material well-being.

But Gemini should wear rubellite with caution. In the best case, the stone will show a neutral energy towards its owner. But if he has bad thoughts and intentions, then rubellite can do harm.

The stone is not recommended for Virgo women. More precisely, a stone will be just a decoration that does not exhibit magical and healing properties. Rubilite is contraindicated for Virgo men. As a result of wearing it - a change in character towards imbalance, gentleness, moodiness. Stone does not fit Capricorn. You do not need to wear it, or just keep it in the house.

Rubellite jewelry is recommended to be worn in the following cases:

• when exposed to stress, loss of strength, after serious nervous tension - rubellite bracelet or beads;
• with migraines, headaches - beads from this stone;
• in nightmares or, on the contrary, insomnia, rubellite is recommended to be placed under the pillow;
• in case of love disorder and fading of feelings in the family - a ring with a reddish-ruby tourmaline (it should be worn on the index finger of the left hand).

Strong healing and magical properties have more saturated in color minerals, framed in gold. However, if the jewelry suits a person, then a stone in silver can become a reliable amulet. An important point - jewelry with tourmaline is not recommended to be worn constantly, without taking off. This can cause a duality of perception of reality, “tear” from the earth.

The hardest thing to fake is pink tourmaline. When heated (which is how most imitations are created), it acquires a brown or uneven brown hue. Lighting will help to distinguish a fake - in strong light, pink tourmaline becomes brownish. If this does not happen, then this is a fake.

When buying rubellite, it is important to pay attention to some parameters.

1. The real stone is solid and durable, it can not be scratched. What can not be said about the fake.
2. You should heat the rubellite a little, and then bring small pieces of paper to it. A real stone will begin to attract them, a fake is not a force.
3. As a rule, natural stone does not have an impeccable texture - one way or another, inside it there are inclusions, the smallest scratches.
4. You need to hold tourmaline in your hands. If it immediately warmed up from heat, before you is not a real stone, but a fake.

When purchasing rubellite, you should immediately buy a cover with soft walls for its storage. Despite its resistance to sunlight, it is better to keep this mineral in its case. An important point - you do not need to store rubellite with other stones. More specifically, each stone should have its own separate place, since they all have different energies.

If the stone is dusty, just wipe it with a cloth and soap, and then wash it under clean running water. The stone should dry naturally. If such cleaning did not help, it is better to give it to a jewelry workshop. There it will be cleaned and polished by professionals. It is unacceptable to resort to the use of aggressive or alkaline, as well as abrasive agents.

The varieties of tourmaline are described in the next video.