Selenite: characteristics, properties, selection and care

Selenite is probably considered the most mysterious mineral, which is sodium and potassium silicate. Actually, due to potassium and sodium, it has a white or milky color with an attractive shine. However, other colors are also found in nature. The color of the stone depends on the volume of inclusions in its structure. The mineral is known for its ability to overflow under different lighting conditions at different angles.

In essence, selenite is a type of gypsum (gypsum crystal), which has a related chemical composition, but is endowed with significantly greater hardness. Yes, and the stone looks much more interesting than gypsum. The stone belongs to the semiprecious class and is practiced in the manufacture of jewelry, amulets and amazing statuettes.

It is curious that the appearance of the mineral is absolutely unusual in comparison with the bulk of the gems. If most of the minerals are formed in the depths of the earth, then selenite is a chemical sediment that forms in the seas. As soon as the reservoirs dry, salts accumulate and form rocks, one of which is selenite.

By color, selenite in most cases is white, with nuances of light yellow, less often purple, blue and pink (colors are associated with certain ligatures). The body of the stone shines through, in other words, partially transmits light. In addition, due to the peculiar optical properties, several overflows appear in the light. Actually, this is due to such a feature of the mineral as the gloss characteristic of a cat's eye.

The structure of selenite is hydrated calcium sulfate - in other words, a salt that has a bond with two water molecules. The symbol of the chemical composition and structure is as follows: CaSO4 * 2H2O. A brief overview of the physical properties of the mineral is given below:

• fragile, soft - the hardness on the mineralogical scale of Mohs is not more than 2 (at most - 10 - has a diamond);
• density - approximately 2.32 g / cm3;
• trait color (this is the coloring of a fine mineral powder obtained by rubbing a stone on the rough surface of an unglazed porcelain plate called a biscuit) - white;
• crystal lattice structure monoclinic, in other words, the lattice is a cube.

The mineral selenite in nature comes in the form of veins of several centimeters, however, you can come across quite large pieces. Key selenite deposits are located in Canada, Africa, and the Urals in Russia.

In the Urals, the vast majority of deposits are located along the banks of the Iren River. In this place you can find samples from dairy to dark brown colors. However, the most magnificent is considered a stone of golden yellow color.

In 1838, a rather large deposit was found near the Yasylsky log and the village of Opachevka.

The mineral, which was traded in the Opachevsky deposit, was sent to decorate the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. After finishing work, the field was abandoned until about the end of the 19th century. And already in 1928 the Ural stone-cutter was created.

Currently, stone is mined in the Perm Territory along the banks of the Iren River. He is also near the village of Krasny Yasyl. Carvings are made in the same settlement and sent to completely different states. Similarly, stone mining is carried out on the island of Sri Lanka.

There are still a number of states where stone deposits are present:

• Australia;
• Germany;
• Egypt;
• America (USA);
• France;
• Tajikistan.

Like any stone, selenite is credited with many various properties, including healing ones.

About them was known even in ancient Greece. At that time, healers were simply convinced that he was a gift from the gods. It is filled with the health, strength and influence of Apollo himself. For this reason, he was considered a medical one. In India, mediums healed through fears, nightmares and bad visions. Man gained peace.

Mineral selenite relieves anger and irritability. There is a legend that when the nights are dark, it means a “crying” stone. And tears were considered healing.

Among the healing qualities are such:

• stone contributes to early pregnancy and its normal course;
• the reproductive system is becoming stronger;
• a mineral can cure infertility;
• eliminates headaches;
• the mineral treats kidney infections and inflammation of the bladder;
• powder from this mineral is able to heal the most difficult diseases.

Avicenna wrote about this stone, and in his works you can find that healed the mineral:

• seizures of epilepsy stop almost instantly;
• powder cured: crazy, mental disorders, irritability, depression, hostility;
• stone does not carry contraindications for children.

And in Tibet, the mineral is often practiced in alternative medicine:

• for massage;
• inhalation;
• lotions.

Since ancient times, it was revealed that selenite has miraculous capabilities. Nowadays, in India, charms from selenite are used for spiritual cleansing and psychological relief. Indians are convinced that it helps strengthen memory and improves oratorical abilities.

It is curious that the stone has a different effect on the stronger sex and the fairer sex. He makes women romantic and soft, and men become the most confident. The mineral can help its owner to free himself from various phobias and makes him very brave.

The stone was invariably a guardian of the family hearth, bringing peace, harmony and inner unity to the home. Many are convinced that in families with such a talisman, there is almost no disagreement and divorce. If a person experiencing loneliness is presented with a jewelry with this mineral, then one can hope that he will soon meet his other half.

In addition, selenite is endowed with the following miraculous qualities:

• its owner will be able to discover the gift of foresight;
• all troubles go away;
• pacifies an irritable person;
• helps to evaluate all everyday misunderstandings without emotions, in cold blood;
• contributes to the disclosure of lies and the exposure of traitors;
• softens the souls and hearts of embittered people.

The stone guarantees clarity of mind, building up an understanding of yourself and your own environment. He opens the crown chakras and gives access to higher consciousness. The miraculous features of selenite are that it has the power to open access to previous and future lives. Some people believe that the stone will help to easily achieve previous and even future incarnations, receiving full comprehension of their own true nature.

Selenite is a calming stone that brings peace and is ideally suited for spiritual work or meditation. The loss of peace of mind is eliminated by placing the mineral on the top of the head.

The stone can be used to awaken or enhance telepathic data. Dispersed in the four corners of the home, the mineral helps to establish the optimal aura and protects against negative external influences.

Small indentations on the surface of the stone run along its entire length. They orient the energy coming from external light sources along the mineral. The stone is similar to a natural transmitter with an ingrained “optical fiber” that directs and transmits light energy.

The mineral functions as a portal between Nature on the one hand and Spirit on the other. He connects 2 worlds, contributing to their common work.

Selenite is a native of the oldest oceans and seas. The component of the water in the mineral affects feelings because the world of feelings has been stably coupled with the component of water.The stone has an immediate relaxing and balancing effect. Other minerals, such as green aventurine and zinc spar, have a similar relaxing effect, however, selenite takes a step forward - awakens spirituality and initiates magical anxiety.

Mineral magic works in two ways: it is able to increase the frequency of physical substance so that it approaches the spiritual world or is able to limit the harmonics of spiritual light in order to be in harmony with the material world.

Mystics advise to handle the mineral carefully, as it is able to change the 4 lower bodies: emotional, mental, etheric and physical. The stone, in addition, can have an effect on 3 supreme spiritual bodies. A person needs to have a conscious desire for the internal transformation to take place, and be ready to accept the changes in his own being.

Selenite is also used in meditation. To do this, you can practice such methods.

• Sit in a comfortable position and place the stone in the zone of the "third eye". To formulate the desired question or a picture requiring explanation. The stone will allow you to see the answer.
• Position the stone in front of your eyes and look at it without blinking. The moment that a change in color or configuration occurs, a portal opens to the area where spiritual mentors and teachers are staying. A connection is being established with them.
• For high-quality comprehension of knowledge and acceptance of spiritual energy, the mineral is placed at night under a pillow.
• Throughout the day, it is advised to keep the mineral in the living room near rock crystal and amethyst.

Translucent selenite, pearl or white is able to exert such actions:

• deepens the telepathic connection between two people;
• quickly unlocks stagnant energy;
• allows you to connect with the supreme vibrational light bodies and fix them on the earth for spiritual activity and healing with energy.

Peach mineral is:

• a reviving stone, connected to the underworld, allows you to shed light on internal processes and accept a hidden essence, which is ideal for spiritual growth;
• strong karmic healer and cleanser;
• lowers the risk of deceit and alienation;
• offers healing of the soul, forgiveness and acceptance;
• able to assist in the pubertal period of development, age-related transitions and menopause.

"Desert Rose" has the following features:

• allows you to free the imposed long-term programs, mainly associated with resentment and anger, and find the most healthy replacement;
• aggravates love and activates teamwork;
• relieves bouts of claustrophobia and fear;
• helps to regain lost determination and strengthen hidden abilities;
• Helps children to respect themselves, especially with low self-esteem;
• encourages the improvement of extrasensory perceptions and creativity;
• able to increase endurance to viral infections, digestive disorders, come to the rescue with prostatitis.

Gold Mineral:

• has powerful physical energy, which contributes to the healing of the whole organism;
• smoothly transfers to another dimension for viewing the previous life;
• allows you to harmonize and straighten your own will with the will of the supreme Self - the only plan and divine plan;
• guarantees the highest level of management and training of the soul;
• brings unlimited energy and sunlight;
• helps with seasonal emotional distress, depression, and hibernation.

Selenite is a stone of pilgrims and can absorb the power of holy places, gaining even greater power. And also it serves as a connecting thread between a person and his guardian angel.

In order to penetrate this connection, it is necessary to put the mineral under the pillow - in a prophetic dream a hint will appear for subsequent actions from the patron saint from above. The main aspect is faith - it can multiply any miraculous power several times, instilling the best feelings in the soul.

The National Association of Jewelry Masters at the congress in 1912 compiled a list of minerals, which, according to astrologers, have an impact on humans. Astrology claims that selenite is not suitable for all signs of the zodiac.

Perfect match with such signs:

• The lion;
• Aquarius;
• Cancer
• Fish
• Scorpio.

The stone, according to astrologers, is called upon to help every sign that has chosen to engage in art and culture. He supports the ministers of the Church: priests easily communicate with parishioners, understand them. Absolute mineral compatibility with Crayfish. They are under the influence of the moon, prefer nightlife. The influence of the mineral is especially valuable to them.

Buy a thing from selenite is recommended to someone who is experiencing financial problems. Selenite will change the owner’s understanding of the world, material problems will recede into the background. Well-being, well-being will come imperceptibly. A person will begin to realize that money raised into an idol is made difficult to access. But when they are not a life goal, they appear by themselves, invisibly to man, but through astral forces.

Selenite should not be worn by the Virgo, as it will strengthen their spleen and make them reclusive. Those who are left to wear selenite jewelry will even be useful. The mineral is recommended to fiery and passionate persons who are distinguished by the speed of reactions and thoughts. It is useful for revealing the positive qualities of Pisces and Gemini. He will direct the energetic energy of Scorpions in the right direction and tame the ardor of Aquarius. Libra through selenite will arrange personal life and gain immaculate and mutual love.

Selenite is one of the most fragile natural minerals. Even pressing with a fingernail is capable of leaving a scratch on its surface; as a result, in the manufacture of jewelry, souvenirs, crafts and interior items, a specialized transparent varnish is applied to mineral products. This operation is required to be repeated once every 2-3 years. It is recommended to keep objects and jewelry with selenite in a special case, upholstered with a soft cloth.

The stone must be protected from falls and strong impacts. One must not forget that it is sensitive to sunlight and high humidity. It is recommended to clean objects and jewelry made of selenite 1-2 times a year using a warm soapy solution and a soft sponge. At the end of this operation, do not forget to wipe the mineral to dryness and clean to a gloss. Be careful not to get various chemicals on the stone.

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