The kingdom of minerals has a wide range of colors, and green gems occupy a worthy place in it. They are used in several ways: as a jewelry insert, a material for crafts, a collection piece, a talisman. Its popularity is due to the psychological characteristics of this color: green stone creates a positive mood and spiritual harmony.
Assortment of minerals
The list of names of green stones includes purely green types and varieties of this shade of multi-colored minerals. They are presented in all categories of the jewelry “pyramid”.
Precious
According to Russian legislation, diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald, alexandrite, and natural pearls are considered precious. Amber agglomerates with outstanding characteristics are considered precious.
Of these, only ruby is definitely not green. Emerald and alexandrite are pure green. Other minerals have varieties of a similar scale. Each green gemstone is rare and therefore prized.
- Emerald. A classic among green minerals. A precious chromium-containing variety of beryl, classified as an independent mineral. The cut is named after him.
Emerald - Sapphire. Green (or chlorosapphires) are rare and expensive. Sometimes greens complement bluish or yellowish tints.
Green sapphire - Diamond. For a diamond to turn green, a coincidence of two factors is required: a precisely adjusted amount of nitrogen plus deposits of thorium or uranium with which the mineral will be irradiated. Every year one (!) such stone is released onto the world market.
Rare green diamond
Alexandrite, a rare jewelry variety of chrysoberyl, is of particular importance in Russia. In natural light, the color of the best specimens (Ural, Lankan) is green; in electric light, the color is red. For Russia it is significant as an imperial stone. The world's first specimen was found in the Urals, presented to the future Emperor Alexander II and named in his honor.
Alexandrites
Semi-precious
The most diverse segment, including transparent or translucent stones.
The following jewelry minerals are popular:
- Amethyst. The green color of the stone in nature is created by pigments of organic origin. People obtain them by irradiation or calcination of quartz or amethysts of other colors. Green stones are called prasiolites, their cost is higher than the purple “classics”.
Ring with amethyst - Chrysolite. Jewelry bright green variety of olivine with golden or yellowish tints. The best examples are Egyptian.
Faceted peridot - Beryl. The light green or bottle color is created by ferrous iron ions. This range is not highly valued, which is why the mineral is popular. Especially clean transparent specimens.
Pendant with beryl - Chrysoberyl. Increased hardness allows it to be cut to the shine inherent in precious stones. More often, specimens have a yellowish, sometimes olive tint on a green background. Inclusions-threads or cavities-tubes create a “cat’s eye” effect, and the pebble becomes grayish-greenish with a light iridescence.
Chrysoberyl - Tourmaline. The most valuable green variety is chrome tourmaline, visually indistinguishable from emerald. The most common is olive green transparent verdelite.
Beads with green tourmaline - Green aventurine. Translucent quartzite with sparkles, the most durable in the family. Along with blue, it is considered a rare species. Gems native to India are called Indian jade.
Green aventurine pendant - Moldavite. Transparent dark green stone of cosmic origin. There are only in the Czech Republic, on whose territory a meteorite fell or a comet burned down. Other names are vltavin (after the Vltava River) and bottle stone (reminiscent of glass). Jewelry is cheaper to buy in the Czech Republic.
Jewelry with Moldavite
The variety of assortment is distinguished by green pomegranate. The beauty of the stones can compete with the classic deep red ones.
There are three green varieties of pomegranate:
- Demantoid. Translated from ancient Greek - “diamond-like”. The shine of the processed stone is truly comparable to that of a diamond. The rarity, emerald or intense yellowish-green color adds value. First discovered in the Urals, the best specimens are still mined here today. Initially classified as peridot, later recognized as garnet.
Demantoid - Uvarovite. The admixture of chromium creates an emerald, grassy color and strong shine of the stone. Crystals are rhombic 12-sided, up to 1 mm. Does not need to be cut: the natural shape is good in itself.
Men's ring made of silver with uvarovite - Grossular. The light green color is created by ferric iron. Most relatively large crystals are cloudy, making cutting difficult. At the end of the 20th century, Tanzania was pleased with its pure, jewelry variety (called tsavorite). The stone is free of iron impurities. Light green or emerald color is created by vanadium, chromium, and nickel.
Beauty plus reasonable prices make stones the most popular segment of the jewelry group.
Ornamental
The most representative group of minerals. Mining is established all over the world. The dimensions allow the use of natural material for the manufacture of even large products: vases, tabletops, sculptures. Plus a smaller assortment: boxes, table sets, dishes.
Popular ornamental stones:
- Nephritis. A cult mineral of China, it was awarded for winning a competition (gold for second place). Fine-fiber amphibole makes the aggregates super-viscous and strong. The rich range of colors of leeks is due to chromium impurities. Pure agglomerates are rare; more often the background is diluted with black or white dots, spots, and veins.
Jade box - Jade. Mineral from the pyroxene group. Structurally, they are matted “fibers” with colors ranging from light greenish to dark emerald. It is opaque; translucent specimens with rich colors are considered expensive. This is the imperial variety (called jade imperial).
Jade - Amber. According to statistics, green amber specimens are only two percent of the total mass. They are mined mainly in the Dominican Republic.
Green Amber - Chrysoprase. A variety of chalcedony with an admixture of nickel. Color range: light greens, green apple, light green. Opaque, translucent on thin plates.
Jewelry with chrysoprase - Coil. Also known as serpentinite due to its external resemblance to snake skin. Soft swamp-greenish patterned minerals are valued by master stone cutters.
Bracelet with serpentine - Amazonite. A bright green, opaque, white-veined variety of feldspar.
Amazonite ring - Green agate. There are several varieties: plasma - dark green opaque with red or yellow splashes; prazem – green with a grayish tint, a rare translucent variety; heliotrope is an opaque dark green with thick red veins.
Green agate - Green Jasper. The most common and decorative type. Patterns and velvety stains on an opaque background make each stone unique. A Buddha statue in one of the temples in Thailand is carved from solid jasper of this color.
Green Jasper - Onyx. Marble onyx is distinguished by a full range of shades of green. Pale green stones with brownish layering were revered by the Aztecs. They decorated only temples and used them exclusively in rituals.
Ordinary onyx - Malachite. The legendary Russian gem, glorified by Pavel Petrovich Bazhov (the cycle of tales “The Malachite Box”), is malachite. From the 18th to the second half of the 20th century, Ural stone was unrivaled. Today its reserves are depleted; African minerals (from Zaire) dominate the world market. They are distinguished by banding or other intricate patterns on an opaque surface.
Malachite box
Green ornamental species
A number of ornamental breeds are characterized by the presence of green as the main tone of the color palette.
Jade
Another mineral that is often confused with jade. However, jadeite is much less common and highly valued. The main palette includes shades from bright green to dull bottle green. The most expensive specimens with a high degree of transparency and rich color are called “imperial”.
It is mined in Japan, China, Mexico, USA, Kazakhstan and Russia (Khakassia).
Malachite
The famous Ural mineral, glorified in Bazhov’s tales, has a rich turquoise color with dark veins and inclusions. One of the features is a silky soft shine.
Malachite is an ornamental stone. Mini-figurines, dishes, vases, interior items and even furniture are made from it. It is often used for inlays and finishing.
Interesting! In the Hermitage, a whole room is dedicated to products made from this stone, which is called “malachite”.
Coil
The stone got its name because of its original coloring, reminiscent of a snake skin. The main shade is swamp green with dark splashes and veins. Everything is made from coils: from jewelry to facing tiles.
The largest deposits of stone were found in the USA, Great Britain, Germany and Russia (Urals, Caucasus, Tuva).
Seraphinite
The second name of the mineral is clinochlore. The stone has an unusual color. On a dark green background there are radiant pearlescent inclusions that seem to spread over the surface of the mineral.
Clinochlore is cut into cabochons and used to make rings, pendants and earrings. Seraphinite deposits are present in countries such as Japan, Korea, Greece, Pakistan and the USA.
Artificial
Green varieties of minerals are often mined individually. Therefore, people learned to make them using heat treatment or irradiation. Such an artificial mineral is not considered a fake, since the base and structure remain natural. Manufacturers often do not hide the origin of the stone.
For example, jewelry imitations of green amber - bernite and buranite - are produced at the Kaliningrad Amber Plant. These are natural raw materials, bonded with natural resins.
The most famous examples are cubic zirconia and moissanite. Products of technology, an analogue of diamonds, recognizable only on special equipment.
Green cubic zirconia
Alexandrite
Deposits of this mineral are rarely encountered; large specimens of a transparent type are especially valuable. This stone constantly changes its hue depending on the time of day, sunny or cloudy weather, the presence or absence of precipitation, and the mood of its wearer. It usually acquires a greenish tint in the morning. This gemstone is one of the five most expensive gems and products made from it cost quite a lot of money. There are two forms of cutting of alexandrite: drop-shaped and stepped. Quite often it can be found in combination with stones such as pearls, emeralds and diamonds.
The descriptions of the stone are quite interesting. In Rus', it was believed that if a woman wears only one stone on her hand, she will soon become a widow, so it was recommended to wear several alexandrites at the same time in the form of rings and earrings. Europeans considered it a symbol of longevity and prosperity. The clergy preferred to carry this mineral with them constantly during meditation and prayer. He contributed to the purification of the soul.
Alexandrite has a positive effect on Scorpios, because they are strong and purposeful people. This stone can test the owner’s strength, putting him in extraordinary conditions, and then giving him the opportunity to enjoy his ability to get out of any situation. Gamblers, avid gamblers and travelers wear it as a talisman.
Doctors believe that alexandrite can improve the body’s blood circulation, cleanse and strengthen blood vessels, and stop bleeding. Due to the change in color, this stone can indicate the presence of high blood sugar and the need to take emergency measures in this regard. When going to bed, the gem must be removed. Why do you dream about alexandrite? To change in life or work.
Magic properties
According to the Zodiac, green-colored stones are more suitable for representatives of the Earth and Fire triads.
The properties of green minerals are beneficial for humans: stones prevent spontaneous, rash actions or words. Bring peace and harmony into everyday life.
In addition, each green stone helps individually:
- Green diamond harmonizes family relationships. This is a talisman for pregnant women, protecting the unborn child.
- Emerald is a protector from dark forces, an assistant in finding and maintaining love or family ties.
- Green sapphire is an attribute of business people and creative people. The first will ensure financial success, the second will help to find themselves and unlock their potential.
- Jewelry with chrysolite is worn if depression has overcome or strength of spirit has weakened.
- Beryl nourishes the owner energetically, puts up a shield against damage, the evil eye, and physical aggression from others.
- Green garnets help if you lack luck or luck.
- The space alien Moldavite is used to cleanse the aura or develop intuition.
- A bead or necklace made of green onyx is a guarantee of family well-being.
Money-colored stones are considered talismans by bankers, financiers, gamblers and people with an adventurous streak in their character.
Why are such gems valued?
Green stones enjoy well-deserved respect:
- This color is considered the embodiment of natural harmony; its contemplation suppresses negative emotions, bringing peace;
- Bright green color inspires optimism, cheerfulness and confidence;
- Green color symbolizes peace and security.
For many people, green stones are primarily a money talisman. Bankers, financiers or people who want to get rich carry jewelry with them.
Therapeutic effect
The influence of green stones on humans is extremely positive:
- People noticed: it is enough to look at the lush greenery of a tree for a while to rest your eyes and improve your mood.
- Yogis have established a connection between the green hue and the heart chakra. It heals mental wounds, normalizing heart rate and blood pressure. The headache, even migraine, goes away.
- Lithotherapists supplemented these observations by expanding the meaning of such minerals. It has been established, for example, that they protect against radiation.
Natural green stones strengthen the body as a whole, activating its reserves. The body works like a clock. Contemplating them improves vision.
Opaque minerals are recognized as particularly powerful healers.
Agate
A banded semi-precious stone with unique wavy stripes that create beautiful patterns. If you look at it for a long time, various water surfaces, picturesque landscapes, mountain peaks and castle domes appear in your imagination. Legends say that this is one of the first stones that began to be used in the manufacture of jewelry and decorative items. It is believed that the first agate crystals were discovered on the Achates River in Sicily. This is where its name comes from.
There are more than 150 varieties of agate. The most common is the Brazilian type. It compares favorably with others in the presence of natural inclusions. Uruguayan agate, landscape, moss and magic agate are popular. Bright green agate is a very rare specimen, so it is preferred by connoisseurs of beautiful jewelry. Large placers are found in Uruguay, Mongolia, Poland, Brazil, Transcaucasia, Africa, and Russia. Large minerals are quite rare.
In ancient times, it was believed that if a person wears agate jewelry, then he is under the protection of God's mercy. This stone brings only positivity. People become more sociable, arouse sympathy, are constantly in a good mood and luck smiles on them. This gem can protect its owner from troubles and “eye-catching” people. Agate is a symbol of longevity, harmony and prosperity. If you give it to a loved one, then for him it will be the most faithful amulet.
From an astrological point of view, it suits Taurus and Gemini. And who is it not suitable for? Only Sagittarius and Aries.
Agate also has medicinal properties. A green stone strengthens the human body, treats diseases of the liver and throat. It is recommended to wear it as a bracelet. It also has magical properties. The aura of the stone is so strong that it is able to develop the gift of clairvoyance in a person and prevent the action of energy vampires. Agate will help its owner protect himself from accidents and thieves. But negative energy from the stone must be constantly washed off with running cool water.
Decorations
Stones of this range are framed in jewelry, taking into account the jewelry value and shade of the insert:
- for transparent precious stones of a deep green color, light yellow or white gold or platinum are suitable;
- semi-precious stone is good in high-grade silver;
- ornamental ones are framed with cupronickel;
- artificial (except for cubic zirconia and moissanite) is jewelry made from jewelry alloy or medical steel.
The “code” for wearing is similar to minerals of other colors: the older the owner, the larger and darker the insert.
The green color scheme is effective in sets: earrings plus a ring/necklace/bracelet; cufflinks plus tie clip.
But you shouldn’t abuse insert sizes. A brooch, ring, pendant or bracelet with large shiny stones may look tacky. Especially jewelry with artificial gems.
CONTENT
- Assessing the color and quality of green gemstones
- Green gemstones ideal for everyday wear Jade
- Verdelite and chrome tourmaline
- Green garnets: tsavorite and demantoid
- Heliotrope (bloodstone)
- Green Diamond
- Matte sit-sit
- Green chrysoberyl
- Chrysoprase
- Prasiolite
- Green sapphire
- Idocrase (vesuvianite)
- Aventurine
- Emerald
- Chrome sphene
Since ancient times, emerald has been synonymous with the word “green”. However, there are many more green gemstones, providing many alternatives to the classic emerald. Learn how to evaluate the color and quality of green gemstones and which minerals are best for everyday wear.
Why do you dream of green stones?
Dream books associate this range with mundane matters. If you dreamed of green stones, business success, profit, a successful marriage is just around the corner:
- Miller. If you found a large shiny stone in a dream, in reality expect success in your personal business projects and enrichment in general.
- Vanga. If you dream that you have found a gem, you will get new opportunities in your personal life and career.
- Tsvetkov. Such stones in a dream portend super success in business or risky projects. Pleasant surprises in other areas are not excluded.
- Chinese dream book . Seeing such stones in a dream means the absence of physical health problems in the near future. Such a dream is an especially good sign for sick people: the illness will not linger.
Dreamed decorations with green stones are interpreted separately:
- You were given gold earrings, a pendant, a brooch or other jewelry with such an insert (especially a ring) - expect a marriage proposal soon. Don't reject him: the marriage will be successful.
- The loss of jewelry with a stone foreshadows a quarrel or disagreement with your “other half.”
- Wear a ring with a green stone - you will get a promotion or make a business career. Or, in another way, rise above your surroundings. It is possible to receive an inheritance, which will lead to friction with relatives.
- A ring or signet with such a stone on a finger means unexpected substantial profits.
- If you find a ring, but it turns out to be small, think about close relationships: they have outlived their usefulness.
If a stone in jewelry turns out to be fake, be careful. There may be disappointment in a business partner, children or spouse.
Actinolite
Actinolite is a representative of pyroxenes, which is in the same group with jade and jade. It is very rare to find specimens that shimmer. People sometimes call it “Cat's Eye Jade”.
This stone, usually yellowish-greenish in color, can be either translucent or opaque, and is hard enough to be often used in jewelry. But mostly it is a find for collectors.
Chrome diopside
Its rich green hue seduces connoisseurs of beauty. It is also able to change color depending on the viewing angle. The first deposit was discovered in the 70s of the 20th century in Yakutia, and today chrome diopside is an indispensable raw material for the jewelry industry. They know about it in Angola, Finland and China. People call it “Yakut emerald” or “inaglite” (after the name of the deposit). It is highly valued by jewelers due to its beautiful glass luster and rich green color.
It is believed that green chrome diopside calms, relieves stress, helps to free oneself from fears, and overcome obstacles on the way to achieving one's goal. As for the healing properties, it is able to:
- improve blood circulation and stabilize blood pressure;
- relieve arrhythmia and improve heart function;
- have a positive effect on the human nervous system;
- relieve excitability and irritability.
Thanks to its powerful energy, chrome diopside can empower its owner, take away negative energy, direct positive thoughts in the right direction, protect him from the evil eye and troubles, and strengthen intuition. How to wear this gem? Without a frame, but with a cut, it will help normalize your emotional state. In a gold frame, it has a positive effect on the condition of the intestines and stomach. A mineral in a silver frame will help cope with bronchial asthma.
As for the zodiac signs, there are no contraindications to wearing it. But as a talisman it is most suitable for Pisces, Libra and Taurus. Aries and Capricorns should treat it carefully.
Chrome diopside is a rather soft mineral, so it may be susceptible to chips, scratches and other damage. To avoid troubles, you should store it separately in a dry and warm room where direct sunlight does not penetrate. Rings with this mineral must be removed when cleaning the room. The gem is cleaned with warm soapy water.
Moldavite
Moldavite is a type of tektite, also called “bottle” stone due to its resemblance to green glass. Formed many millions of years ago after a meteorite fell. Not intensely colored: most often the color of moldavite is brownish, grayish with green. This is a rare jewelry stone, highly valued.
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Apatite
It is very reminiscent of fluorite and beryl. Its name comes from the Greek word for “deception.” Where is this stone mined? Apatite deposits are located in Russia, Norway, North America, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka. It is quite hard, so collectors prefer to store it in separate boxes so as not to harm other stones.
Apatite has a unique magic. It was used in occult teachings and magical rituals. They could normalize a person’s emotional state, ward off evil spirits and protect them from ill-wishers. Aggression went away, anger disappeared, mental balance was restored, and the person felt calm and peaceful. It was rumored that apatite would only protect its owner, so it was not recommended for outsiders to wear it. He protected the owner from troubles, stress, troubles and depression, gave the sleeping person practical advice, as soon as the apatite products were placed under the pillow.
Apatite is a miracle cure for bruises, scratches, and fractures. Thanks to it, brain activity improved, body readings stabilized, and the functioning of the endocrine system improved. This gem also has a positive effect on the gastrointestinal tract. Mineral specialists claim that apatite not only heals the body, but also helps in psychology. The stone is able to level out fear and panic, eliminate insomnia and apathy, remove anger and hatred, and help a person find harmony with others.
From an astrological point of view, apatite can be worn by people born under any zodiac sign, of any gender and age, as well as name. The exception is Pisces, to whom it brings weakness, apathy and passivity.
Malachite
A bright green mineral, which is popularly considered a “stone of health.” It perfectly cures asthma, rheumatism, intoxication and toothache. They also treat the heart, pancreas, lungs and spleen. He has also been shown to have extraordinary magical abilities.
It will help its owner avoid the “evil eye” and protect the child from diseases and all sorts of misfortunes. This stone is able to bestow wisdom, spiritual strength, and perseverance. Malachite must be worn by Maxim, Lydia, Valeria, Anastasia, Ivan, Svetlana. Used primarily in jewelry.
Chrysoprase
The name comes from a Greek word and translates as “leek”. It has a rich green color with various shades from light green to bluish green. It has always been considered an attribute of wealth and power. For more than two centuries, the nobility wore this natural stone. Chrysoprase is perfectly compatible with any precious or semi-precious stone.
What are these minerals valued for? They can protect their owner from slanderers and eye-catching people. He is idolized by bankers, traders, businessmen and other enterprising people. In ancient times, Aesculapians treated diseases with water in which chrysoprase was kept for several hours. He could cope with colds, eye diseases, disorders of the brain and vascular system.
This stone is the talisman of Aquarius. He helps him achieve his goal. Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo and Cancer can be fueled by positive energy from it. No negative impact on other signs of the Zodiac has been identified either.
