Choosing favorite stones, people are guided by different parameters. Some are attracted by the name, others by their magical properties, and still others by the color. Fans of the blue color know that such stones have a calming and relaxing effect. Blue stones, precious and semi-precious, will simultaneously help develop intuition and logical thinking. If you look at this color, then there are
associations with stormy seas and peaceful skies. Purposeful, businesslike, self-confident people choose blue stones. Precious helpers, they will guide you to walk firmly on the chosen path. Indian astrologers assured that if a mentally ill person is placed in a room upholstered in blue felt, he will become calmer, and maybe even fully recover.
Blue stones. Precious and ornamental
The most popular among blue stones is sapphire. If we consider semi-precious and ornamental minerals,then you can find agate, lapis lazuli, aventurine, quartz, tourmaline.
Dark blue gemstoneSappheiros (sapphire) in Greek means "blue stone". But it also happens in other colors: pink, colorless, green, yellow. Minerals of bright blue, cornflower blue color are considered the most valuable.
In ancient Persia, they believed that the earth was located on a large sapphire, and the blue sky is its reflection. The Greeks considered it the stone of Zeus, and the Romans - Jupiter. Refers to precious stones, is corundum. It has been valued since ancient times and has a rich history. It is believed that it protects its owner from envious thoughts, poisoning, attracts friends and removes enemies. Previously, it was a stone of physicians, because it cured many ailments. They believed that this mineral helps with heart disease, promotes sound sleep. Earrings with sapphire were given to young girls: it was believed that it makes them more serious and promises a successful marriage.
Sapphires in History
He was loved by monarchs, the sky-colored mineral is inserted into the crowns of many kings and emperors. The blue sapphire gem bearing the name "Saint Edward" adorns the British crown. According to legend, the seal of the wise King Solomon was made from it. Alexander the Great had a ring with this stone.
Deposits
The best stones are mined in Madagascar and Sri Lanka. Very prized sapphires from
Myanmar and Kashmir, but now they are almostfound in the jewelry market. Most of it is mined in the USA, Thailand, Kenya, Cambodia, Australia, Tanzania. The largest sapphire, weighing 12.6 kilograms, was mined in 1996 in Myanmar. Solid: if you run an emerald over it, there will be no traces left. Color heterogeneity is characteristic: in addition to blue, yellow, blue and red shades can be present on the same stone.
Zodiac and blue stones (precious). Sapphires and their magical properties. It cannot be worn with pearls: they are not friends. Recommend Virgo, Aquarius and Aries, Capricorn is not suitable. It acts on these signs in different ways, giving them the missing properties. Aries will help to learn to control themselves, relieve excessive temper, give the missing wisdom. Virgo will be able to communicate better with people, for them it will become an ally in reflection. Aquarius will give courage, help develop spiritually. It is not recommended for infantile and inactive people, because it can turn them into passive amoebas.
