Azurite stone: properties, who is suitable according to zodiac sign

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Story

Azurite is a stone known to people for a long time. In Asia and Egypt it was believed that it has special significance for a person who wants to develop his spiritual essence. According to some Hindu teachings, this gem helps to open the “third eye,” an organ that exists on the metaphysical plane.

Titles

Azurite has other names:

copper glaze;
copper blue;
mountain blue;
chessilite (in the French town of Chessy - one of the largest European deposits).

In 1824, the French mineralogist F. Bedan described this stone as an independent mineral and assigned the name azurite to it - from the French “azur” (“azur”).

In French, this name comes from Arabic, and in Arabic - from the Persian “lazward”, which means piercing blue color. Thus, azurite by name is related to lapis lazuli, with which it is similar in appearance.

Azurite and lapis lazuli: what is the difference

Despite the similarity of names and external similarity, the chemical composition of these minerals is different.

Lapis lazuli is a compound of sodium, aluminum, silicon, sulfur (sometimes pyrite and calcium are present).

Lapis lazuli

Azurite is a copper compound.

Azurite

In the Middle Ages, both were called azure. They were used to produce blue tempera (that is, water-diluted) paint. But, unlike azurite, the coloring pigment of lapis lazuli needed additional color enrichment.

Synergy with Zaku

Zaku has team skills, so you need to take care of assembling a group where everyone can reveal themselves to the maximum. In the case of this warframe, the group could be, for example, like this:

Meg . Using her gravity, she can pull enemies closer so that the player can reach them with his first skill.
Vauban . Can use Bastille to bind opponents. You can take away their weapons with your second skill and defeat them first.
Reno . Increases damage with your Roar. Void damage will immediately increase.

Physicochemical characteristics

Azurite is a brittle mineral.
It is not transparent, but is translucent when you look through it at a light source. It tends to fade and lose brightness in direct sunlight.

The chemical formula of azurite is Cu3( CO3)2( OH)2 or ( CuCO3)2 Cu( OH)2 .
Color - dark blue, azure blue, sometimes greenish purple.
The shine is glassy.
Transparency - opaque, translucent.
Hardness - 3,5–4.
Density - 3.5–4 g /cm3 .

Place of Birth

Azurite is a fairly common mineral in nature. It is found in places where there are other copper ores, as well as malachite or native copper.

Gem deposits are located in:

Russia (Ural, Altai);
Kazakhstan;
Greece;
France;
Great Britain;
Australia;
Congo;
Namibia;
USA.

Azurite was found in the United States, weighing more than 4.5 tons . This is the largest specimen. It is on display at the American Museum of Natural History in New York.

Varieties, colors

Pure azurite is rare in nature. It is mainly found in compounds with other minerals. Examples of such varieties:

Azurmalachite is a compound of azurite and malachite. It is a valuable ornamental stone. The most durable and widespread variety.
Burnite - azurite plus cuprite (copper ore).
Blue copper - azurite plus chrysocolla. This variety has the brightest shine and color.
Benite or “Blue Bird” is a compound of azurite, malachite, cuprite. A very beautiful stone, but it is difficult for jewelers to process because it is too soft.

The color palette of azurite and its varieties ranges from bright blue to dark purple.

The main color is deep blue. Some varieties are bluish-green, blue-violet, and less often blue.

The more copper in a crystal, the darker and brighter it is. Copper may be unevenly distributed in it, which is why tints appear from blue to dark blue.

After polishing, streaks and “pupils” sometimes appear on the stone, like onyx, but not as much as onyx.

Talismans and amulets

Azurite is a symbol of honesty, integrity and justice. Therefore, it is best suited as an amulet for people of such professions as judges, lawyers, attorneys, investigators, and so on. “Copper Azure” will bring a liar to light, help you understand the situation and find out the true state of affairs.

The stone is always for truth and goodness. It will not serve a person who does not meet these parameters. He will not punish him, but will hide all his abilities, turning into a trifle, and quickly lose his appearance (turn pale, fade and begin to crumble).

Like copper sulfate, which, by the way, is made from this mineral, which kills mold and mildew, azurite cleanses the owner’s house of accumulated negative debris (clumps of negative energy, damage, the evil eye, and so on). For these purposes, an azurite figurine should be placed in the main room of the house, but in a dark, inconspicuous corner.

Azurite ring

Blue-green azurmalachite, encased in silver, will be useful for people who are insecure, shy and “overgrown” with all sorts of fears. The pebble will clear their subconscious of blocks and programs, make them bolder and stronger in spirit, more sociable and help them relax.

Bracelets, beads and necklaces made of blue-blue gems are talismans for dreamers and creators. They help to plunge into the world of fantasy, extract from it and embody various images in tangible forms, which is very valuable for poets and writers, artists, sculptors and other artists.

Those who need to “put things in order” in their family or achieve success at work should purchase a pendant or bracelet as a talisman.

Each product with azurite, and best of all, an untreated pebble or bead, hidden from prying eyes, are reliable amulets against energy vampirism and any negative messages from the outside.

Azurite in gold is extremely rare, but just such an amulet will attract the attention of the opposite sex to its owner, help improve his personal life and become financially independent.

“Blue Blue” is indispensable as a talisman during an interview or exam, which will be useful for both adults and schoolchildren or students. Esotericists recommend having an azurite stone with you when going to an important meeting. It will help you see through your interlocutor, distinguish sincerity from hypocrisy, and lies from the truth.

Application

Azurite is an inexpensive ornamental stone and the second most important copper ore. It is used to make wonderful sky-blue tempera and green paint (from azurmalachite) to create paintings.

The mineral is used in jewelry, arts and crafts, and industry. Collectors also appreciate it.

Jewelry

Azurite is rarely used for making jewelry due to:

fragility;
softness;
processing difficulties;
color instability.

More often, the gem is encased in a cupronickel or silver frame in one polished piece if it has a beautiful design and texture. Sometimes jewelers make small beads, bracelets, pendants, and cufflink inserts.

The cut is cabochon, stepped or in the form of round beads.

If the cut is done well, the stones shine like diamonds.

Arts and crafts

Ornamental stone is inexpensive and soft enough to create stone-cutting products. The surface of the gem allows you to create exclusive works.

Collecting

Collectors of mineralogical collections value azurite for its rich color range, intricate surface pattern and original combinations with other stones - neighbors in the deposit.

Azurite ore is a desirable exhibit at gemological collections: state, corporate, and private.

Pyrotechnics

This mineral is included in some types of sparklers and fireworks. Its powder turns the flash of their flame green.

Industry

Low quality samples are used as a component for straightening copper and for producing copper sulfate.

Azurite is also used as a geological indicator that determines the presence of copper and polymetallic ores in the region.

Azurite stone - physical properties

Azurite is a natural carbonate with a low Mohs hardness and high density. Due to its fragility, the stone is rarely used in jewelry in its pure form; preference is given to combining azurite with more durable stones.

In the Middle Ages, azurite was used as a mineral pigment to create tempera paints. Today it has found a new use in decoration: copper cations, which are part of azurite, give the stone a pleasant green color.

Azurite stone has a deep blue or bluish color that can fade if not cared for properly. The mineral has a glassy luster and smooth edges.

Medicinal properties

In lithotherapy, it is believed that the energy of azurite affects the throat and frontal chakras. Therefore, the influence of this mineral extends mainly to the organs of vision, hearing, smell and breathing (up to the bronchi and lungs).

The gem is able to normalize energy flows in the body and eliminate blocks.

Treatment with a stone should not exclude taking medications and following the doctor’s recommendations.

Diseases for which azurite is used in the treatment

The healing properties of this stone help fight the following diseases and conditions:

depression, stress, increased irritability, various neuroses;
farsightedness, myopia;
inflammation of the skin;
joint diseases;
fractures (accelerates bone healing);
soft tissue injuries (accelerates regeneration);
headache;
hormonal imbalance.

Stone treatment should not be continuous. The duration of the health course is 3–4 days . Then the person and the mineral must rest from each other for two weeks

Meditation for health

When treating with a mineral, it is necessary that the person himself takes an active part in this process. This method is applicable to minor ailments. For serious illnesses, it is only an addition to the treatment prescribed by the doctor.

To enhance the healing effect, it is advisable to meditate in the morning after waking up and in the evening before going to bed.

Basic rules of meditation:

The stone should be applied to the sore spot or area near the diseased organ.
Close eyes. Stop the flow of thoughts, concentrate. Feel the energy of the crystal and visualize it.
Ask the stone to help get rid of the disease.
Imagine how the radiation of a mineral penetrates a diseased organ and “pulls” dark energy out of it, which looks like a cloud or spot.
Imagine how the black, diseased area or organ becomes lighter. The sign of healing is white or blue.

After any healing session, the gem needs to be “recharged”. To do this, place it very close to a pair of hematite crystals and place it under moonlight for 1 hour

Top builds for Zaku

Now that Zaku is fully assembled, an Orokin reactor is installed in it to expand the places for mods and a shape for easy placement of especially important ones, let's look at the best builds that can make the game more enjoyable.

What mods to install:

Energy Source (aura). Restores energy all the time.
Power Current (Exilus-mod). Increases strength and chance of not being knocked down.
Overvoltage. Decreases strength, but increases radius.
Continuity Prime. Duration increases. The indicator is higher than that of standard Continuity.
Umbra Enhancement. More strength and improved Sentient resistance.
Vitality Umbra. Plus health and damage resistance for Sentients
Flow. Increased energy reserves.
Blind fury. Less energy efficiency and more strength.
Stretching. Allows you to increase the radius.
Streamlining. The energy reserve becomes larger.

Mystics used in this build:

Mystical Charging . Gives a certain chance to restore energy to allies near the player when picking up an energy sphere.
Mystical Grace . Increases health regeneration when dealing damage to a gamer.

There is another build in which Haku reveals himself well. It focuses on ultimate.

What mods to install:

Corrosive Burst (aura). Allows you to weaken the enemy's armor.
Tricky Current (Exilus-mod). Increases the affected area and improves conditions for parkour.
Cornice: Shell. Increases armor and health. It has the following feature: when killing an enemy with a heavy attack, the player receives +10% to evasion and immunity to status for two seconds.
Continuity Prime. Increasing the duration by a maximum of 55% will allow you to use one ability twice as long.
Stream Prime. Energy reserve required for long-term or frequently used abilities
Umbra Enhancement. Allows you not only to make abilities stronger, but also instills some resistance to damage from the Mind-Owners.
Vitality. Just makes Zaku more durable.
Short-term Boost. Greater ability power, but shorter duration.
Stretching. Skills will spread over a greater distance.
The Harbinger's reach. Will increase the radius and also convert 40% of the energy into a shield.

Mystics used in this build:

Mystical Charging . Gives a certain chance to restore energy to allies near the player when picking up an energy sphere.
Mystical Grace . Increases health regeneration when dealing damage to a gamer.

Magic properties

Azurite is a "stone of consciousness" because it is associated with the frontal chakra and is capable of contacting the wearer's mental field.

It is of great importance for a person who wants to open the “third eye”. Azurite is believed to help open this organ, which exists on the metaphysical plane.

The “third eye” allows you not only to see the subtle worlds, but the owner of the stone will be able to understand himself.

To use azurite to penetrate the subtle worlds, you need to have not only knowledge in the field of trance techniques, but also basic skills.

Use of azurite magic in some countries

In Egypt, since ancient times, this stone has been revered for the fact that it enhances the spiritual essence of a person, raising his consciousness to a level close to subtle energies and cosmic forces.

In Ireland, the mineral was used for visualization rituals. With its help, the young men were put into a state of hypnosis. The purpose of this ritual was for the young man, having experienced feelings of rage and courage in this state, to understand whether he could become a warrior.

Help of azurite in everyday life

Today it is believed that azurite stone has magical properties that assist the owner in:

getting rid of emotional negativity and stress;
real assessment of your capabilities;
choosing the right path in life;
overcoming difficult situations;
resolving conflicts.

Amulets and talismans

Azurite is the protector of its owner from negativity. A particularly powerful amulet is a pendant or necklace with this mineral in combination with cubic zirconia. It has a beneficial effect on improving human life.

The stone will help you become an optimist and a sociable person. He is taken to interviews, business meetings, castings.

As a talisman it is suitable for people who want to change their lives for the better and become luckier.

The magic of azurite helps in studying and passing exams.

This gem is an excellent talisman for those who are called upon to defend justice - lawyers, judges, journalists.

If you continuously wear jewelry for more than a month, even as an amulet or talisman, an internal imbalance may occur. Therefore, lithotherapists advise wearing azurite intermittently.

Zaku's abilities

Zaku is the first Warframe that can deal Void (like the Operator). All of his abilities are based on damage from this particular element.

Before we look at all the active abilities of this character, we need to highlight the passive one, which partially helps in surviving among enemies. It consists of having a 25% chance to cut off incoming damage caused by enemies from weapons and AoE abilities.

Now let's look at the skills themselves that Warframe can use:

Whisper of Xeta . Covers Zaku with Void energy. It will also cause damage to everyone the player attacks. Without pumping, the gain is 26%, duration is 35 seconds. The damage bonus can be increased with strength mods, and the duration can be increased with duration mods. The ability becomes more effective when you take a weapon with a high chance of inflicting status. For those who are especially cunning, the Eidolons will not fall faster.
Lok's Grip. Takes away all small arms from enemies and points them at them. It is, of course, charged with the Void and acquires an auto-targeting function. The ability is affected by mods for radius (increases the number of targets), duration (increased duration) and strength (increased damage).
Missing. That very complex ability in which three are combined, but “ slightly less" This is justified by the character’s lore, since Zaku is assembled from three Warframes. The following abilities are offered:
Sight . Abyssal bonds appear that can trap up to two opponents. Enemies near their imprisoned allies lose some armor and take more damage. Armor shear can be increased with strength mods.
Rejection . An ability aimed at removing damage resistance from Sentients. It can make the enemy hang in the air or allows you to finish him off completely. Here you need radius and duration mods to upgrade this ability.
Timeless Infinity . Ulta Zaku. With an explosion, the Warframe sheds its armor. These pieces can reduce enemies' Void Resistance if they are hit by an explosion. Zaku himself becomes a skeleton that moves faster and survives longer due to increased damage resistance. The ability is affected by strength and duration mods.

Who is suitable according to their zodiac sign?

Azurite has good compatibility with most zodiac signs. According to the horoscope, it is ideal for people born under the constellations Libra and Aquarius :

Aquarius , under the influence of the gem, will become wiser and gain peace of mind.
Libra will learn to find compromise solutions in difficult situations. An azurite talisman will bring good luck to their home.

Astrologers do not recommend wearing this stone for Geminis .

Representatives of other zodiac signs who want to use the magic of azurite must pay attention to the stone and communicate with it. Its magical properties will cease to manifest if it is not used for a long time. At the same time, the stone should still be worn intermittently so that a person does not develop an internal imbalance.

Libra will feel the help of the stone, even if you do not carry it with you, but leave it at home.

general information

Zaku is a rather interesting warframe in terms of not only abilities and their use, but also its creation. He is only the second Warframe created by the community and approved by the Digital Extremes team. The first of these was Nova , the mistress of Antimatter .

Not only the appearance (the concept of a broken warframe assembled from several others), but also the abilities were discussed by the entire community. From a large list proposed by the team, four were selected, and one of them is complex , that is, it combines several effects that you can switch .

Since Zaku is made up of three different Warframes, he cannot be addressed as a specific gender. Not “he”, not “she” - Zach is “they” .

Compatibility with other stones

Azurite is believed to belong to the element of Water. Therefore, it has good compatibility with “water” stones:

alexandrite;
emerald;
opal;
pearls;
euclase;
peridot.

Earth element stones are also suitable neighbors for azurite. These include:

malachite;
turquoise;
jade;
onyx;
nephritis;
agate;
jasper.

The combination with stones of the Air element is undesirable. "Air" stones:

chrysoprase;
amethyst;
golden beryl;
tourmaline;
rhinestone;
sapphire;
rose quartz;
demantoid.

Fire element stones should not be worn simultaneously with azurite, otherwise it will lose its magical properties. Examples of “fire” minerals:

ruby;
heliodor;
garnets (except demantoid and uvarovite);
diamond.

Warframe Resources: Common, Rare, Special

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How to care

In order for azurite and jewelry made from it to please the owner for a long time, they need appropriate care. Necessary:

Protect from mechanical influences (falls, impacts, scratches, compression).
If dirty, wipe with a slightly damp cloth, or use liquid soap. Gently wipe dry.
Protect from temperature changes, store away from heating radiators.
Hide from bright sunlight, otherwise the stone will fade.
Store the gem in a dry place. With high humidity it will turn green.

Jewelry is stored in a box separately from other jewelry. It is better to place the figurine in a closet behind glass.

It is recommended to wear jewelry in cloudy but not rainy weather.

Proper mineral care

To maintain its unique properties, the stone requires regular maintenance. That is why in the process of storing and using jewelry you should be guided by the following rules:

To clean the top layer of the stone, use a piece of dry and soft cloth. If the product is heavily soiled, you will need a solution of soapy water, which is then completely washed out. If the water is too hot, the natural shine will go away forever. Household cleaning products are not recommended.
The stone is easy to scratch, so azurite jewelry is stored separately, wrapped in soft cloth.
Protection from any mechanical damage.
The storage location should be cool and dark; any temperature changes should be excluded, as should sunlight. If the air is too humid, the stone will turn green.

Azurite can become an effective amulet if chosen taking into account the zodiac sign, name, profession and personal qualities, and proper storage and protection from mechanical damage will allow it to be used for a long time.

How to distinguish from a fake

Although azurite is a common ornamental stone, it is still sometimes counterfeited.

To distinguish a gem from a fake, you need to clearly see its surface. A real mineral has patterns, rings, stripes, and they are located randomly. The simulation has more ordered images.

Pure blue azurite is very rare and is usually mixed with malachite.

Sometimes another blue-colored stone is passed off as a collectible specimen of this mineral. To check, you need to place it in water. If it becomes colored, it is a fake stone.

You can ask the seller for permission to scratch the mineral in a secluded place with a key or knife. The color of azurite inside the scratch will not change, it will be just as saturated. And if the scratch begins to stand out in color, it means that it is a recolored mineral of a different type.

Is it possible to recognize a fake?

If you have doubts as to whether a fake was purchased, you can carry out a few simple manipulations in order to dispel any remaining doubts:

You can break off a small piece and put it in a glass container with hydrochloric acid. If the stone is not fake, then “boiling” will begin.
Before wearing the stone, it should be placed in a container with purified water for several hours. If the stone is real, then the color of the water will remain unchanged. But any fake will color the liquid blue.
The shine of the stone is slightly golden, but not transparent.
Rings, cavities and streaks must be present.
Full transparency.

Price

The cost of azurite in cabochons is $3–7 per gram , depending on the degree of transparency and size (the larger the stone, the higher its value). Samples from the Congo are the highest quality.

Examples of prices for the mineral and jewelry with it:

bead (crumbs, 5–10 mm, 10 g) — 94 rub. ;
azurite (5 x 3.5 cm) - RUB 1,336. ;
pendant - 4,300 rub. ;
ring (silver) - 4,800 rub.

Azurite products and jewelry

Ring with azurite stone

Azurite is a beautiful stone with an amazing depth of color. You can fall in love with its amazing blue, especially in combination with the exquisite green of malachite, at first sight, even just looking at the stone in a photograph. However, due to the low cost and excessive softness of the mineral, it is not in great demand among jewelers.

Jewelry with “copper glaze” is made mainly from jewelry alloys or silver. Their cost consists largely of the price of the metal and the complexity of the design:

Earrings made of nickel silver in a simple design with azurite balls will cost only 12-20 dollars, a ring made of the same metal will cost even less - about 10 dollars.
In a craft workshop, necklaces or beads consisting of beads collected on a string, alternating with tumbled stones, are sold for 6.5-27 dollars (depending on the number and size of stones). There, chic bracelets made from large segments of an elongated shape or in the form of a leaf can be purchased for only 7-12 dollars, and a pendant - an oval cabochon in a cast frame with rhinestones on a braided leather cord - for 6 dollars.

Pendant with azurite
Fine designer jewelry will cost more. They can be found at the crafts fair in finished form or to order, for example:

A silver pendant with a central insert in the form of a flat cut of azurite framed by small cubic zirconia costs almost $25.
A pin brooch made from jewelry findings and clusters of azurmalachite beads costs $12. This is expensive considering that the 4mm beads themselves are priced at $0.1 each.
Gold-plated silver earrings made of azurite and lapis lazuli will cost $80.
An unusually shaped silver ring with the interesting name “The Sky Fell into the Forest” can be ordered for $114.
Suede bracelet “Shambhala” with azurite balls – for $40.
Rare silver earrings in the form of oak bark with flat patterned azurites (a pattern in the form of tree rings) – for $440.
Silver pendant in the form of a drop with a large blue-green patterned azurmalachite - for $111.

From the above examples it is clear that the cost of jewelry with azurite largely depends on how talented the craftsman who made it is and how expensive he values his work.