What is the name of the stone of loneliness?

Looking at milky lemon beads, or for luxury set “Honey petals” with a bracelet, you can’t immediately say that they promise loneliness to their owner. Are jewelry made from natural Kaliningrad (Baltic) amber, buy which you can in our branded shops “The Amber Shop” (SPb) or at official website? Let’s deal! “A black cat runs across the path / if you break a mirror – expect misfortune”, “if you spill salt – you will quarrel with someone”, etc. How many times have you heard this throughout your life, several times a day? The term “hypnopaedia” from Aldous Huxley’s novel “Brave New World” immediately comes to mind. We don’t like troubles and try to avoid them at all costs. But we have no idea what is “around the corner.” The imagination draws monsters, even when a smiling teddy bear in a pale pink fur coat is sitting there. What are signs and beliefs? In psychology, this is called attitudes. luxury set “Honey Petals” It is impossible to forbid a person to be unhappy. And if he doesn’t want to be one, then he laughs skeptically at superstitions and superstitions. Well, really, it’s not appropriate for an educated woman (man) to believe in fairy tales that were invented by great-great centuries. eleven years ago.

“Stone of Loneliness” – seriously?

This phrase can be heard from a grandmother, who will certainly make a sad face before pronouncing a wise pearl. If you ask: “Why?”, she will pretend to be thoughtful, but still will not find an answer, because her mother told her so and further down the chain. Behind every proverb, saying, belief or sign there is a story. For example, salt – previously it was in short supply and was expensive, so the head of the family cursed if his household spilled it. And amber turned into a “stone of loneliness” not at all because it promises a “crown of celibacy” – by the way, also a dubious phrase that gypsies and psychics love – but because the method of obtaining the gem was different. Now large groups of people extract it in quarries, but a couple of centuries ago it all came down to ordinary collecting: when a fisherman (or adventurer) went to the Baltic coast, found amber and put it in his backpack. Do you think it was beneficial for him to tell everyone about his occupation and attract other people to help? Of course not! Because you will have to show your “bread” places, share the profits, which means that your own family will not receive enough money from selling amber to “serious guys”. This is a business, and, as you know, there are no friends and competitors are undesirable.

Fiction? Yes!

Now you know that by putting on amber jewelry, you will not lose the love of your other half, even if you don’t see it on the horizon yet. “Sunny Pebble,” on the contrary, will speed up the long-awaited meeting, throwing at it the forces of a thousand-year struggle for existence. And behind the common expression about loneliness there is only a historical fact that is no longer relevant. The only question is how many more centuries will he live before he ceases to confuse superstitious people and sinks into oblivion.

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      Alexandrite stone is an extremely rare mineral, a type of chrysoberyl. It often has a yellow-green tint, but has the unique ability to change color under the influence of light. Natural light gives the mineral a green tint, while warm artificial light gives it a purple-pink or almost red hue. There are very few examples of unique alexandrite in nature, so it attracts special attention.
      
      Alexandrite: stone and its properties
      
      In 1834, Finnish explorer Nils Nordenskiöld discovered the rich red mineral in samples sent to him for study. The researcher was extremely surprised, because at that time he was studying the emerald mines of the Urals. Imagine the scientist’s surprise when in the morning he discovered that the stone had changed color to emerald.
      
      Since this happened in April, when the Russian Empire was preparing to celebrate Alexander II, the son of the current Emperor Nicholas II, the gem was named after him. Now researchers view this story as not a reliable fact, but as a legend, since there are no documents that would confirm it.
      
      It is a transparent or translucent mineral with a glassy luster and a wide range of colors (from dark blue-green to purple). The stone has a color reverse effect, conchoidal fracture and imperfect cleavage. The hardness of alexandrite on the Mohs scale reaches 8,5 out of 10.
      
      Alexandrites are extremely rare in nature, so their cost is very high. Not every rich person will be able to afford products with natural stones. Fortunately, modern scientists have been able to create a unique synthetic analogue, which is only inferior to a natural gem in some respects.
      
      Large specimens and even pure small ones are even rarer, which further increases the cost of alexandrite. The most famous giant chrysoberyl was found in the 19th century in the Urals. Its specific gravity is 532 carats. It had to be divided, since the cost of 532 carats was simply cosmic. As of 2021, the largest sample weighs 66 carats.
      
      For a long time, alexandrite was called a native Russian stone, since its color scheme correlated with the colors of the coat of arms of the imperial Romanov dynasty. At first it was believed that chrysoberyl deposits were concentrated only in the Urals, but in the 20th century samples were also found in the USA, Brazil, South Africa, as well as in Sri Lanka and Madagascar. However, the earliest mention of alexandrite was in the ancient Indian treatise Mahabharata, which dates back to the 7th century BC.
      
      The magical properties of alexandrite
      
      Alexandrite is a mystical stone around which there are many myths and legends. It is called the mineral of strong and strong-willed people. Some say that alexandrite is a stone of misfortune. How is this related? The stone has powerful energy and before giving away its best qualities, the gem tests its owner’s strength.
      
      At first, the owner of alexandrite may experience difficulties, hardships, and also encounter obstacles along the way. The person who can pass the test will receive a reward.
      
      Alexandrite is a stone of loneliness. This is another myth that has formed around the mineral. But a gem by itself cannot lead a person to loneliness. It only warns a person about hypocritical people around, about excessive emotionality, about dangerous connections.
      
      The imperial stone was called a guide to the world of otherworldly forces. Magicians used the gem in their rituals, ceremonies, and fortune telling. In the East, it is used during meditation to carry it out on a completely different, higher quality level.
      
      The ability of the mineral to change color has become one of the ways of communication with the owner. According to mineralogy, if alexandrite turns bright red during the day or green at dusk (that is, a shade that is not typical for it at that time of day), this may be a warning. The scarlet shade of the gem warns the owner of possible health problems, and the green shade warns the owner of difficulties in life. The stone may also acquire an unusual orange or yellow tint. This indicates that the person may be in serious danger.
      
      For several centuries, alexandrite has been called a stone of good luck. This is the patron of adventurers, gamblers, athletes, businessmen, as he gives them luck at a turning point. In the past, the mineral was called the patron saint of thieves, so scammers and pickpockets tried in every possible way to take possession of jewelry with alexandrite. For those who prefer a quiet life, alexandrite may not be suitable, because the stone always brings adventure and passion.
      
      It was often given to creative individuals, because the gem is able to calm emotional outbursts and give inspiration. Moreover, the mineral accompanies a person of art on his creative path, helps him find his calling and achieve fame. The mineral will reveal hidden abilities in every person, so if you suddenly decide to change your field of activity, think, perhaps this is a hint from your amulet.
      
      Medicinal properties of alexandrite
      
      Alexandrite is also important for lithotherapy. They began to use it for treatment literally immediately when they found a unique mineral. Lithotherapy attributes unique properties to chrysoberyl:
      - A French lithotherapist accidentally noticed the visual similarity between a stone and venous blood. He tried to treat blood diseases with the mineral, which showed excellent results. The gem is able to improve blood composition, cleanse harmful substances, and restore blood vessels. It can also relieve the symptoms of anemia and other diseases of the circulatory system. The mineral is used to prevent varicose veins and thrombosis.
      - Chrysoberyl will also be useful in the treatment of diseases of internal organs. In the East, it was often used to improve the gastrointestinal tract. It helps improve the health of the intestines, pancreas, and spleen. To use the beneficial properties of the mineral to the maximum, it is better to wear silver earrings with alexandrite or a ring.
      - Lithotherapy also notes the ability of chrysoberyl to treat skin diseases. This was first discovered during a scabies epidemic. Alexandrite was used in ointment format for treatment. For prevention, it will be enough to wear the mineral regularly.
      - Chrysoberyl can save a person from a number of addictions.
      In the Russian Empire they were treated for alcohol addiction. To do this, a tincture of the mineral was made and given to the patient. Like any other natural stone, chrysoberyl can improve the health of the nervous system. It relieves insomnia and nightmares, protects against stress and reduces their effect on your body.
      
      How to wear alexandrite to zodiac signs?
      
      Alexandrite is a natural stone. Like other gems, it can become an excellent talisman because it has unique energy. You can choose the best properties of stones if you listen to astromineralogy – a young discipline that studies the influence of gems on different zodiac signs. Thus, astromineralogy advises the following zodiac signs to wear alexandrite:
      - for Aries, the mineral can become a real talisman that will protect and guide in any life situation;
      - Taurus jealousy often creates problems for them and the talisman can reduce the level of temper and teach them to trust loved ones;
      - The gem will help changeable Geminis find their path and protect its owner from any adversity in life;
      - Cancers should wear alexandrite with caution, especially if it is a ring with a large stone: the gem improves intuition, which can lead to outbreaks of anxiety among representatives of this sign;
      - Leos are known for their ambition, which the mineral will direct towards career growth, and will also help get rid of negative emotions;
      - Virgos are advised to be careful when choosing alexandrite, as it can show them new facets that ascetic representatives of the sign will not perceive;
      - Libra often doubts, so they give up what they have started, and the mineral will give them determination and confidence in their abilities;
      - the gem will open all doors for Scorpios: it will help them reach career heights, fulfill their cherished dreams and find their calling;
      - For purposeful but insecure Sagittarius, the mineral will give protection from anxiety and stress, from obstacles on the way to the goal;
      - The stone will give financial security to Capricorns (perhaps this will be a promotion or even a change in activity);
      - if Aquarius is looking for an amulet to unleash his creative potential, then alexandrite can help him think outside the box and rely on his intuition;
      - Pisces will be able to boast of luck in any endeavor if they start wearing a delicate necklace with this stone, and representatives of the sign will also receive protection from troubles.
      As you may have noticed, astromineralogy cautions Virgos and Cancers to wear the stone, since alexandrite has powerful energy that representatives of these signs may not be able to cope with. Whether alexandrite is right for you or not can be easily checked. Just put on the jewelry and feel the aura of the mineral. If you feel comfortable, then the accessory is yours.