In nature, there are precious stones that change color with body temperature, lighting, even the mood of the owner. The article talks about the sought-after minerals, which are called chameleons in geology.
Alexandrite
The name of the stones that change color is well known to many. One of them is alexandrite. In the middle of the 19th century, samples of all minerals from the Ural Mountains were sent to the Yekaterinburg jewelry factory, where the jeweler Yakov Kokovin drew attention to an unusual stone. He sent him to Petersburg.
An unusual stone that changes color depending on the light was presented by the son of Count Alexei Razumovsky, Lev Perovsky, to the future Russian Emperor Alexander II in 1834. Then the mineral was called "alexandrite".
Types of stone
There are several types of this mineral, the peculiarity of which depends on the place of extraction. Ural alexandrite is green in the sun, but under electric lighting the stone turns red.
Brazilian alexandrites have a green tint in natural light, but when moved indoors with artificial lighting, the green color changes to red, which has a bright hue.
Alexandrites mined on the island of Sri Lanka (the northern part of the Indian Ocean) are similar to those from the Urals - they turn bright red when exposed to electric light.
This gem is considered a talisman for people born under the sign of Scorpio. It is generally accepted that the stone makes the owner of alexandrite more successful in life. In addition, the gem improves blood circulation, significantly reduces problems with the pancreas.
Natural alexandrites are rarely used by jewelers in the manufacture of various jewelry due to their high cost. Now artificially created stones are in demand, in which all the properties of natural analogues are preserved, but they are much cheaper than their natural counterparts.
Pomegranate
What other stone is known that changes color? This is a pomegranate. It has been used since the time of the ancient nomads of the Black Sea region (the time of the Scythians) as a material for making various jewelry.
The name of the gem comes from its resemblance to a pomegranate seed. In the past, Russian jewelers called this stone "becheta" or "vinisa", and in Persia it was considered a royal stone.
Since the beginning of the 20th century, garnet has become one of the most sought-after minerals, as it is easily processed. Played an important role in thisand the fact that in nature it is found in different colors (except blue). The most popular of the group of garnets are orange-colored spessartine and pyrope, a red-colored mineral. This stone changes color depending on the mood. Aquamarine has the same unique property.
Interesting fact: the name "pyrope" comes from its color. Translated from the ancient Greek, "pyrope" means "like fire." The ancient Greeks believed that this stone was the god of Mars, the soldiers of the Roman Empire wore it on their chests and were sure that this amulet would protect them in battle.
In Russia, garnet is mined on the rocks of the eastern and northern shores of Lake Ladoga. The peculiarity of pomegranate is that it changes the variety of the main color during the day from cold to hot shades. The pomegranate is a symbol of love and fidelity.
What gives a garnet stone to its owner?
To the owners of the gem, who were born under the sign of Capricorn, this mineral brings good luck and gives confidence and determination in all endeavors. In addition, the pomegranate is a magical talisman that protects love in the family, and its owner develops the desire to take care of people dear to him.
Modern doctors have found that the use of a pomegranate of any group as a piece of jewelry improves heart function, stimulates blood circulation, and also normalizes metabolism. A gem inserted into a gold ring worn on the right hand reduces migraine headaches and also reduces fever.
Opal
Speaking of which stone changes color,opal cannot be ignored. It belongs to gems. The gem is considered one of the most beautiful minerals mined in rocks.
A legend that has come down to our time says that when Zeus defeated the titans (deities of the second generation, children of Uranus), he could not hold back tears of joy. One tear fell to the ground and turned into an opal gem. It is assumed that the name of the stone comes from the word “fell”, that is, “a tear fell.”
In fact, opal was formed from petrified trees that were in a vacuum after a volcanic eruption. In Russia, this precious mineral is mined in Kamchatka and Chukotka, as well as in the Primorsky Territory (the Raduzhnoye deposit near the city of the same name).
Types of Opal
Currently, there are six main types of this gem in nature. A stone of honey and yellow tone, in the middle of which a vertical strip is visible, is called a cat's eye.
The most expensive type is the black opal, which got its name due to its rich black color. An unusually beautiful stone is considered to be a harlequin, inside of which there are a large number of particles of various tones. A gem with green edges and a vibrant red center is a royal opal.
Transparent with a blue tint, the gem is called solar. The most sought after is fire opal, resembling a flame sealed in glass that changes hue with ambient light.
Howdoes the stone affect the wearer?
There is an opinion that opal protects the owner from the harmful influence of the gaze of ill-wishers (from the evil eye). This stone that changes color is not only very beautiful. It stimulates the activity of the brain, favorably affects the strengthening of the immune system and cleanses the blood. Fire opal jewelry should be purchased by people born under the sign of Sagittarius.
Onyx
In nature there is a precious stone, on which there are thin strips of certain colors (black, white, brown, red). It changes its shades from lighting. This stone is called onyx. Gemologists (scientists who study gems) believe that the name comes from the Greek definition of a nail, since the structure of the stone is similar to the nail plates. In Arabic, the word "onyx" means "sad". This is due to the fact that the gem was used as decoration for tombs and tombs.
An ancient myth is associated with this stone, which changes color depending on the light, where it is said that the ancient Greek god of love Eros cut off the nails of the goddess of beauty Aphrodite, which turned into precious minerals.
Interesting fact: onyx is mentioned twice in the Christian religion. The first suggests that this mineral was allegedly located in Eden (the place of the original residence of people). The second says that this is one of the twelve gems that were in the ring of the high priest Aaron.
In nature, there are a large variety of minerals related toonyx. In Russia, deposits of this stone are located on the Chukotka Peninsula and in the Primorsky Territory. The jewelry business uses sardonyx, which has a burgundy hue, chalcedony, which is a gray stone.
The mineral with stripes of white and red is called carnelian. The most expensive and sought-after stone among jewelers is black Arabic onyx, which has white stripes.
Who can wear onyx?
This stone, which changes color with light, helps its owners, born under the signs of Capricorn, Sagittarius and Virgo, to be successful in business development. Onyx reduces fatigue and directs energy towards the achievement of the goal.
Nugget was widely used in medicine of the past centuries. The stone was crushed, placed in a vessel of water, and used as a weight loss aid.
Crushed onyx was sprinkled on wounds, which healed in a short time. Modern medicine has proven that wearing red onyx around the neck has a beneficial effect on the treatment of heart disease. And earrings with elements of this gem improve eyesight and hearing.
Tourmaline
This is the name of a stone that changes color. This unusually beautiful stone - a chameleon in Russia is mined mainly in the Ural Mountains. A large amount of this semi-precious mineral is found in the villages of Yuzhakovo and Murzinka, located in the Sverdlovsk Region.
The main use of tourmaline is in the jewelry business. The popularity of the gem lies in the fact that most varieties havethe full spectrum of rainbow colors that naturally change hue with light source.
For the first time this mineral began to be used in the form of jewelry during the Byzantine Empire. Before getting to Europe, it began to be mined for jewelry production in Russia. The mineral was called tourmaline in Ceylon. This word, translated from the Senegalese language, means "colorful stone".
Types of tourmaline and their features
There are many varieties of this gem. The most popular among jewelers are five types. Black tourmaline, which has protective properties against life's troubles. The owner of the green stone calms down in any extraordinary situation. A talisman of pink tourmaline helps to find harmony. The gem, which combines red, green, white colors, is very popular, and its surface is similar to a watermelon peel. This tourmaline is called watermelon.
Tourmaline for different zodiac signs
The use of this stone, which changes color, depends on the sign of the zodiac. People who were born under the signs of Aquarius, Gemini and Libra are advised by astrologers to use crystals of green hues.
Blue stones will help increase confidence in solving life issues for people who were born under the signs of Pisces, Scorpio and Cancer.
Those born under the signs of Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn should wear black tourmaline. It will help you communicate with others.
The semi-precious gem of red tourmaline helps to find good luck in all endeavorsand draws attention to individuals who were born under the signs of Aries and Sagittarius.
Tourmaline's popularity is based on a fact confirmed by studies of this mineral, which states that this color-changing stone has a strong electromagnetic field. This improves metabolism and strengthens the immune system. It also has a positive effect on the nervous system, gradually restoring it. Tourmaline is used not only in jewelry, but also in medicine.
