Of the large number of gemstones, topaz, the properties of which will be considered by us, is perhaps the most diverse in terms of types. It comes in yellow, blue, pink and other colors. Most of the numerous topaz deposits are located in Brazil, where almost all the variety of shades is present. The origin of the name has not yet been established. One of the versions is from the Sanskrit "flame", the other - from the name of the island Topazios, in the Red Sea.
Description
Not only the beautiful appearance, but also the wonderful properties of the topaz stone are of interest. According to astrologers and traditional healers, it is related to magic and healing. Topaz is characterized by a high degree of transparency and extraordinary hardness, comparable to the hardness of corundum and diamonds. It has a glassy luster and is very sensitive to sunlight, which may cause color fading.
Although such a defect can be corrected if you hold the topaz product in the dark. The secret of the popularity of jewelry made from this mineral lies in suchtopaz stone properties and its characteristics, such as strength, the absence of defects in the internal structure, a variety of colors and the relative cheapness of transparent specimens. The strength of topaz is due to its high density, in order to scratch it, you need to use a diamond - any other stone is not suitable for this.
Variety of colors
Among the entire rich range of topazes, the most common are yellow, and you can also find blue, blue, purple, yellow with a golden tint, completely without color, smoky. There are even stones that sparkle with all the colors of the rainbow. Pink topazes are of the highest value. They are mainly mined in Pakistan.
Very rare is a stone that seems to be covered with a film of grayish color, it is smoky topaz, or rauchtopaz. As a rule, color determines the amount of impurities contained, as well as the presence of certain violations in the structure of the crystal lattice.
Use area
Topazes are used in industrial production, for example, in metallurgy, but it cannot be called wide, since it is not always economically profitable. Sometimes the properties of the stone - super hardness and super strength - are used to grind surfaces that are difficult to machine.
Most often these minerals are the subject of activity of jewelers. They like to frame topazes in gold, as this metal gives the stone nobility, enhances its deep properties and provides a bright external effect. This is especially goodthe combination looks in a ring and pendant made of pink and yellow stone. Topaz in white gold is more often blue, white and light blue.
The healing and magical properties of topaz largely depend on its color, which is explained by the composition of the impurities present in it. Let's talk about it in more detail.
Yellow stones
This group includes not only yellow topaz, but also brown and green stones. Their cost is relatively low, therefore, without much damage to the family budget, on the advice of astrologers and healers, it is advisable to purchase them for those people who have suicidal tendencies. They also help in the treatment of throat, asthma and lung diseases. For these purposes, a yellow topaz necklace is suitable, which is desirable to wear continuously. It also has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the nervous and digestive systems.
Blue topaz
In total, there are several types of blue topaz - from pale blue to dark blue. The cheapest stones are light shades, such as sky blue, although it is very beautiful. One of the most valuable is the so-called Swedish blue, which tends to be darker. But at the same time, women are in no hurry to give up this, more expensive mineral. After all, the properties of the blue topaz stone are characterized primarily by the fact that it is able to “delay” aging. While the blue stone contributes to the normal functioning of the thyroid gland, thereby preventing Graves' disease.
Topaz "London"
This type of topaz is the darkest shade of blue, all the way to purple. It is this dark topaz stone (the properties and signs of the zodiac that it suits, we will take a closer look at below) that is the most expensive. It is very similar to sapphire, sometimes they can be confused with each other. At the same time, sapphire is in first place among all blue gems, and London is firmly in second position. In nature, such a stone can be found quite rarely, so there are fakes obtained as a result of the use of modern technologies. At the same time, white topazes are irradiated in a nuclear reactor.
Smoky Crystal
Smoky topaz is also called rauchtopaz, but, paradoxically, it is quartz. This name is the result of confusion. But that does not make it any less beautiful and mysterious. Its gray and brown shades have an unusual relaxing effect on a person, it calms, relieves pain, and helps to fall asleep. Increasing attraction to the opposite sex, stimulating fertility, improving the functioning of the pancreas and kidneys - these are some of the properties of smoky topaz.
Silver stone
White, or silvery topaz, has such a color due to the fact that the mineral, whatever color it may be, being close to the earth's surface, is exposed to the sun and becomes discolored. After its processing, stones are obtained that shimmer with a wide variety of shades of all colors. Outwardly, it resembles a diamond, which gives rise to the manufacture of fakes. The use of white topazit is advisable for the prevention of colds, including viral ones, since the silver stone strengthens the immune system.
Pink Gem
Pink topaz is the rarest of all minerals of this type. In terms of value, it is in second place after dark blue stones, but is also popular. It is also forged, but the authenticity of the mineral is easily verified by leaving it under the sun's rays directed directly at it. If after a few days the topaz becomes transparent or bluish-dirty, then this is an artificial specimen. Its medicinal properties include the ability to calm down, solve problems such as difficulties with the birth of children and impotence.
Healing properties of topaz
According to representatives of such a direction of traditional medicine as lithotherapy, that is, treatment with stones, the healing properties of topaz can be used to improve he alth. They are largely influenced by the color of the mineral. Since most of the topaz circulating on the market is a transparent stone, let's consider the properties of just such a variety.
Proponents of treatment with stones related to transparent topaz claim that with regular wear of products from them:
- Immune system strengthened.
- Improve metabolic processes in the body.
- Disorders of hormone production are eliminated.
- There is a prevention of colds.
- Insomnia is eliminated.
- Departto the background women's diseases.
- Blood circulation and blood composition are regulated.
As for topazes of other shades, they usually have a general effect, healing the body in a complex way. And also with their help there is a relaxation of the nervous system, the elimination of mental disorders. As lithotherapists say, in the past, with the help of topaz, the following manipulations were performed:
- Stop heavy bleeding.
- Treated diseases of the gallbladder.
- Used as an appetite stimulant.
- Used for poisoning.
Some of these practices are observed in the treatment of traditional healers to this day.
Who suits the stone according to magical characteristics
There is an opinion that topaz has extraordinary "magic" properties. They are also related to color. Consider who topaz suits based on its properties, in more detail.
- Yellow. The golden color of such topaz is a symbol of we alth and “money” luck. Of course, the mere wearing of sunstone products does not in itself guarantee the ringing of coins in your pocket. But for people who are trying to get rich by putting some effort into it, he helps.
- Green. It has the ability to absorb negative energy from the surrounding space. Therefore, it will be a good help to people who are haunted by oppressive thoughts, bad forebodings, unreasonable feelings of guilt or fear. After wearing a green topaz talisman, it is recommended to periodically cleanhis. To do this, you need to place the stone in cold water for a day, which then needs to be sent to the sewer.
- Blue and blue. Suitable as a talisman for loving hearts, and he also "respects" those who strive for success, helping to achieve it. This stone is able to bring kindness, compassion, humanism, friendliness to life in the human soul. It seems to attract people to each other like a magnet, helping them to better understand each other, to adapt to the nature of the partner. But at the same time, there is a belief that such a gem will not help very bad people, he “does not want” to improve their life until they themselves try hard to improve.
- Dark blue. He is a "peacemaker", he calms very temperamental people, giving them the opportunity to change their minds. And also this mineral helps to survive a strong nervous shock that happened to a person, forget insults and move forward to live on.
- Transparent. It is advised to wear it to scattered people, those who constantly hover in the clouds, cannot concentrate on one specific subject for a long time. The stone will help him gather inwardly, concentrate his mental activity on the main thing. Especially transparent topaz will suit people of intellectual labor, as well as those who drive transport.
- Pink. According to legend, pink is the stone of righteous people. And it is he who helps them achieve this quality. Those who cannot be completely honest, show courage and integrity at the right time, get rid of slyness, need exactly the pink mineral as an amulet.
- Red. Will helpto people who are not self-confident, it will liberate them, give them stamina and determination.
According to astrologers, the position of the moon in the sky affects the effectiveness of topaz. In the phase of the full moon, the miraculous properties of these minerals are repeatedly enhanced.
Smoky Topaz
As mentioned above, smoky topazes have special characteristics. Their magical properties were noticed in ancient times. In Tibet and India, they were revered as the stone of the Buddha himself. The sages of the East believed that smoky quartz radiates powerful vibrations that can put a person into a state of trance, in which he reaches the stage of superconsciousness, or expanded consciousness.
They say that by putting this kind of quartz under the pillow, you can see prophetic dreams. At the same time, it can greatly "intoxicate" the brain, cause violent fantasies among creative people - artists and poets. It kind of brings a person closer to the other worlds.
It is precisely because of these properties that such a stone should be treated with a great deal of caution. Especially young people who have not yet strengthened the psyche. Therefore, it is better to use it in adulthood. Moreover, the darker the shade of the stone, the stronger its energy. This is worth considering, and wearing dark quartz is not every day. If you take into account these remarks, then you can get benefits from it, which consists in moderate relaxation, getting rid of insomnia, pacifying passions.
Topaz stone: signs of the zodiac
Topaz stone is like all signs of the zodiac, except foronly Aquarius and Taurus. According to astrologers, wearing a topaz talisman will bring the greatest benefit to such signs as Capricorn, Scorpio and Gemini.
- Capricorn. If Capricorn is a man, then the stone gives him life wisdom and tranquility, and for a woman - beauty and kindness. Topaz will help both the male and female sexes if they are people who love their family and value family ties and friendships. And also the mineral is ideal for those who are engaged in mental work (lawyers, psychologists, teachers), as it helps to improve intellectual data. Capricorns should prioritize gems that are clear, brown, and pink.
- Scorpio. This zodiac sign is advised by astrologers to purchase blue topaz products. Such a stone is considered an attribute inherent in meditative practices. It helps a person to mentally immerse himself in his inner essence, to comprehend its secrets. It also serves as a powerful protection against negative energy, protects against diseases, especially older people. Supports them mentally and physically, helping them overcome illnesses and live life to the fullest.
- Twins. Topaz brings peace, dignity and self-confidence to them, especially if they are people of serious passions. According to astrologers, topaz "patches holes" in the energy field called the aura. And also it helps to get rid of insomnia and nightmares and reduce the risk of being subjected to mental illness. Gemini prefers to have items made of yellow topaz.
It should be noted that neither astrology nor lithotherapy are included in the circle of officially recognized areas of scientific knowledge. But nevertheless they exist, and how to treat them, everyone decides for himself. After all, the world around us is so mysterious and unpredictable.
