In jewelry stores, you can often see cute items with green quartz inlays. However, despite its wide distribution, not every sales assistant will be able to give you comprehensive information about this mineral. Meanwhile, this is a very interesting stone, which deserves close attention to itself.
Description
Quartz is a natural mineral of gray-green color, which is a hexagonal prism. It has a muffled non-metallic luster and durability. The hardness of a stone is second only to diamond. In scientific circles, it is called prazem (from English prase). It is believed that this name was formed from the Greek word prásino (green).
The first mention of it was among the ancient Greeks in the VI century BC. Therefore, it is believed that it was they who first began to extract this mineral. Depending on the angle at which the sun's rays fall on the stone, its color changes. If you keep it in the sun for a long time, it changes its color and becomes transparent, like rhinestone.
The inhabitants of Ancient Hellas considered the property of a stone to change color as divine providence, therefore they believed that a stone was able to endow with strength and courage.
In the modern world, natural quartz is a rather rare phenomenon. The crystals of actionide contained in it, as well as possible chloride impurities, give the stone a green hue. To date, proven deposits are located in Europe in France, Germany and several other countries, as well as in Australia. In Russia, the most famous is Gorbunovskoye field located in the Sverdlovsk region.
Several mining enterprises in Altai are also known. However, meeting real natural quartz now is a great success. The fact is that the explored places where there are deposits of this mineral are practically depleted, and it is economically unprofitable to conduct new exploration. In addition, natural crystals almost always have any impurities of other substances, which affects its purity and cost.
Natural quartz is not as beautiful as we used to consider it. The stone mined in the deposits may have a cloudy light or dark green hue, and the usual emerald color is given to the stone in the laboratory by heating it to high temperatures.
The properties
Medical
In addition to the jewelry industry, quartz is actively used in medicine. Scientifically proven that This mineral has a positive effect on human health. So, the stone creates the necessary balance in the endocrine system.
In addition, the mineral enhances immunity. It is believed that it has the best therapeutic effect with prolonged wear on the body. Many people believe that a pendant on the neck can protect against illness, for example, during an influenza epidemic or with diseases of the throat and other disorders of the respiratory system.
The most common way is to “quartz” the rooms in order to clean it of harmful bacteria. Green quartz is used as the outer coating of needles for the procedure of acupuncture. It is believed that this enhances the healing effect.
The crystal accelerates tissue regeneration after burns, accelerates the resorption of scars, improves vision and the work of other organs.
It is known that the gem has a general positive effect on the emotional state of a person. It helps to reduce the symptoms of anxiety and depression, calms and tunes in a peaceful manner. In addition, the stone is able to neutralize harmful radiation from a computer and other household appliances, so it is recommended to keep it on your desktop. Quartz is also indicated for athletes and people with increased physical activity. It is believed that it gives strength and increases stamina, and also improves memory.
Prazem is also actively used in cosmetology. On the basis of water infused with quartz, various shampoos and hair masks are made, and creams and other facial cosmetics have a rejuvenating effect. Not without reason, before washing, women threw a piece of quartz into the water and insisted on it for some time.
Magical
From ancient times people were inclined to ascribe to this mineral some special magical properties. We live in the modern world and understand that no item is a magical object, however, we all sometimes want to believe in miracles, and green quartz sometimes works wonders. And the matter is not even in its so-called magical properties. Perhaps the matter is in color - psychologists unanimously argue that green color calms and improves the psycho-emotional state of a person.
In eastern countries, this stone is often used during meditation. Many psychics and mediums use it for their sessions, when it is necessary to give an answer to a question. It is noted that the green nugget helps to concentrate and tune into a working mood, get rid of unnecessary doubts before making an important decision.
Green quartz has a unique structure of the crystal lattice in the form of a spiral, thanks to which it has the ability to accumulate and purify energy. Ancient people believed that a stone is able to clean the space around itself, eliminate chaos and create harmony. This mineral has a unique ability. rid a person of psychological blocks.
There have been cases in the history of a stone when it influenced the development of any special talents in a person, for example, a musical ear sharpened sharply or drawing abilities appeared.
One way or another, but successful businessmen often see a figure made of green quartz in their office - it is believed that it brings good luck in material matters. However, esotericists warn: luck will only help those whose thoughts are pure and who honestly conduct their business. The stone will not contribute to the development of negative energy. For the same purpose, many people buy amulets from prasemum home.
Many people say that wearing a green quartz talisman for a long time strengthens such human qualities as kindness, mercy, and tolerance. Such amulets are often given to people who want to find a family: the stone will help in every way in realizing this idea, and in the future it will become a talisman for the whole family.
It is also believed that prazem helps the development of intuition and even extrasensory abilities. He is able to give a hint in a difficult life situation. However, at the same time, mineral experts say that it will be difficult for a layman to decipher the signs that the stone gives.
You must learn to "negotiate" with the stone. The crystal will work better if you give it. In church shops you can often see crosses and icons inlaid with green quartz. Sellers claim that they will be powerful talismans and help keep in touch with a personal guardian angel. Therefore, as a gift for christening is a good idea.
If you buy a stone for yourself, make a choice thoughtfully, paying attention to that instance, the color of which is most comfortable for you. A silver-plated mineral enhances its abilities.
How to distinguish an original from a fake?
It has already been said above that natural emerald quartz is very rare. Almost everything that is offered to the mass consumer is obtained artificially. Most often, green is achieved by heat treatment of crystals of another breed, for example citrine. Green quartz can also be obtained from yellow and purple minerals. Only a high-profile specialist will help tell about the nature of the origin of a stone.
However, this does not mean that quartz, which has undergone industrial processing and which is based on natural stone, is not able to give positive emotions or heal.
How to care?
To give the decoration with green quartz a fresh, well-groomed appearance, it is enough to clean it in a soap solution, and then rinse thoroughly with clean water. Severe dirt can be gently wiped with a toothbrush. So that the stone does not lose its transparency and does not fade, it is recommended to store it in a dry, dark place and keep it away from electric heaters and batteries.
It is important to remember that high temperatures and direct sunlight are detrimental to the appearance of the product. Moreover, the processes are irreversible. The crystal will be stored correctly in a separate box or in a special case. And then he will delight you for many years.
About the features and properties of the stone, see the next video.
