The amazing properties of alexandrite - the stone of widows

Alexandrite - stone, magical propertieswhich is well known all over the world. It is a transparent jeweler's mineral, which is more durable than an emerald. Alexandrite is one of the known to date

a kind of chrysoberyl. For the first time this stone was cut already during the reign of kings. Found it in the Urals. The found nugget was donated to Tsar Alexander II in honor of his coming of age. Hence the name of the stone.

For a long time it was believed that alexandrite can beto extract exclusively in the Urals. However, later stones were found in Africa, India, Latin America and on the island of Madagascar. One of the largest specimens was found in Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon). The weight of such a giant alexandrite is 400 grams (1900 carats). And the winner was a stone, stored in the Moscow Museum named after Fersman. Its weight is 5 kg 38 g.

This mineral is also called the "widow stone". Alexandrite received his unusual second name because of the custom to wear it after the death of a spouse. Women (after they were deprived of their husbands), as a rule, did not part with such ornaments. To wear alexandrite followed only in pairs.

This stone is very much appreciated. This alexandrite costs from 5 000 to 37 000 US dollars for only 1 carat. Therefore, cases of detection of fakes are not uncommon. There is also the creation of a synthetic stone, which is very difficult to externally distinguish from the natural. This can only be done by a professional jeweler.

The properties of alexandrite - the stone of widows - can belist quite a long time. He can bring to his owner both something good and bad. This is really a unique stone. It can change color not only depending on the lighting and time of day, but also on the energy that surrounds it. Emerald, blue, light green, blue, red, burgundy, purple - that's the list of shades that characterize alexandrite. In nature, very rare

really big such jewelry minerals(more than 3-5 carats in weight). And the properties of alexandrite - a stone that was artificially grown - are very different. This mineral can relieve headache, save from alcohol dependence, protects its owner from scabies, leprosy, and also from problems with blood circulation. Many argue that alexandrite is able to protect against varicose veins, and also treats diseases of the spleen and pancreas. As you can see, this is a wonderful mineral with a wide range of possibilities. In addition, he looks amazing in jewelry.

In European countries the properties of alexandrite -a stone of loneliness and sadness - are very closely intertwined with a feeling of jealousy and inconstant amorousness. But the people of India believe that this jewelry mineral is able to give a person longevity and a happy life. Even the church has always been very supportive of this stone. So he fascinated himself and riveted his eyes. Priests believed that the properties of alexandrite - a stone of surprising beauty - allow you to learn peace and tranquility. It is said that the presence in it of a yellow shade indicates a future disaster.

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