I have always been interested in esotericism: various unusual things that often defy logical explanation, but that doesn’t make them any less interesting. I am attracted to Tarot cards, runes, astrology, and also objects with special properties. These include the amazing chameleon ring (also known as the mood ring). In this material I want to reveal to you the meanings of the colors of the chameleon ring and provide as much information as possible about it.
What is a chameleon ring?
The chameleon ring is probably the most unusual accessory. It acts as the subject of certain jewelry, which changes its shade at different temperature conditions due to special heat-sensitive elements.
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And you can watch how the red ring changes its palette in a couple of moments, becoming yellow, green, black or some other color.
How to wear jewelry?
The chameleon ring does not require special care during operation. If it is made of medical alloy, then such decoration will never turn black, will not become corroded and will retain its attractive appearance for many years.
Rings made of silver or other precious metals are also very practical products. The only thing that is required from their owner is periodic cleaning of the surface of these jewelry.
It is worth noting that rings that change color are perfect for both women and men. These jewelry are also a universal gift for different ages, and a quality addition to an everyday or holiday look.
Historical reference
Jewelers began using heat-sensitive elements in the 70s of the last century. The first person to come up with such an original idea was the American jewelry expert Marvin Wernick.
Marvin's source of inspiration was an article about heat-sensitive crystals in medical practice in 1974. Already by the beginning of 1975, the jeweler was able to select an element that changes its shade in conditions of temperature close to the human body. And by the second month of winter 1975, the first product that changed its shade was purchased.
To lure buyers, advertising began to indicate that a chameleon ring supposedly tells about the mood of its owner. In general, this is quite plausible, since under the influence of emotions the temperature of the human body changes slightly, and elements of decoration that react to heat detect such minor changes.
Marvin Wernick wanted to quickly start selling the jewelry he developed so much that he didn’t even bother to patent it. Therefore, in some cases, Joshua Reynolds is called the creator of heat-sensitive jewelry.
It should be noted that the chameleon ring quickly gained its fame. During the first year alone, purchases of the product were made, bringing the owner fifteen million dollars. But their fame passed as quickly as it appeared, and their enterprises went bankrupt.
But today, the fashion for heat-sensitive jewelry is returning again.
History of the origin of accessories
In Russia, the mood ring is known as a chameleon. It was invented by the American Marvin Wernick in 1974. The accessory changes color because it has a special thermometer based on liquid crystals built into it. The basis for the idea was medical thermometers on liquid crystals, which specialists used as a marker of the health status of patients. In the first year of its appearance on the market, the jewelry quickly sold out, but, unfortunately, Uernik did not patent his invention, so he did not receive the maximum possible profit from sales. Following the inventor, many jewelers began to make such rings, one of whom gave it the name - chameleon or mood ring.
Rings came to Russian territory in the early nineties and were popular until the 2000s. Now, despite the subsided popularity, they continue to be bought today, for example, by lovers of unusual and interesting things.
What do mood rings look like?
Despite the huge number of manufacturers of mood rings, the originals are considered to be those produced by Marvin Warnick's company, while the rest are simply chameleons.
Features of chameleon rings
In addition to their unusualness, rings with chameleon stones also have certain features. Let's study them further in more detail.
Material of manufacture
The base material for the manufacture of these amazing products contains a heat-sensitive element - liquid crystals. They begin to respond to changes in temperature ranging from thirty-two to thirty-eight degrees Celsius.
Jewelry production method
To obtain such a product, it is necessary to pour a liquid crystalline substance into a glass or quartz form. It is this capsule that will represent the main decorative element of the chameleon ring.
How the ring works
In fact, the action of the chameleon ring acts as a kind of medical technique that affects the human physical body. Under the influence of various diseases, metabolism and homeostasis are disrupted in the body. Certain factors set liquid crystals in motion, and different refractions of light are observed, due to which the ring changes its hue.
Doctors, based on the tone of liquid crystals, determine temperature and blood pressure. Some shades of such decoration indicate inflammatory processes or even formations.
In addition, a ring that changes the properties of its appearance based on the emotions experienced will become the simplest and easiest indicator of your mood. It has such a high sensitivity that it is able to respond to a person’s body temperature regarding his emotional experiences. It is for this reason that such jewelry was given the name “mood rings.” Included with the heat-sensitive elements are instructions that allow you to find out what a particular shade of the product will tell you.
In most cases, the chameleon ring has a universal design option. This is an ordinary product, the circumference of which is decorated with an insert made of a special material.
Both representatives of the stronger and weaker sex will be able to use this model. In addition, such an accessory will be quite appropriate both for daily wear and as a luxurious decoration for an evening look.
There are options for rings with a more intricate design, in which the heat-sensitive parts are decorated with flowers, animals or other elements.
To the positive aspects of mood rings, you can also add a fairly affordable price and ease of purchase.
A moment of popularity
We include many items as jewelry: necklaces, pendants, brooches, earrings, bracelets. However, rings made from this material have become a real hit. After all, unlike other accessories, they are constantly in contact with the skin, which means they are affected by its temperature.
They were especially loved by teenagers who were very interested in the new fashion trend and were eager to get it. The popularity of rings appeared suddenly and was like a hurricane, capturing everyone. But its end, like this natural disaster, came abruptly. At one point, from a fashion trend, rings turned into just a fun trinket at the bottom of a jewelry box.
The meaning of the colors of the chameleon ring
Based on the shade of the mood ring, it is possible to roughly guess what psycho-emotional state the person wearing it is currently in.
- The green shade is the most neutral. He will tell you that the individual is not overcome by any serious emotions in a given time period. And if the ring begins to lighten, reaching light green shades, it means that the individual feels a state of embarrassment or is overcome by romantic experiences.
- The blue tint indicates a calm state, harmony and balance.
- Various yellow color variations symbolize a state of anxiety. If a person is preparing for some significant and disturbing event, it will not be surprising if the ring on his finger changes its hue to orange.
- The appearance of an amber tint will indicate difficulties in making vital decisions.
- The brownish tint is intended to make the ring owner think. It is likely that he needs the support of others.
- The gray shade symbolizes anxiety. Moreover, the more saturated the color, the more “cats scratch” the soul of the owner of such a chameleon ring.
- Being in a state of severe stress and depression are designed to make the bright decoration jet black.
- If you decide to present a similar ring to your significant other and it turns purple, this will be an excellent sign. The violet tone tells about a state of satisfaction or even falling in love.
- As for the red shade, it is quite controversial. On the one hand, the red color indicates unbridled anger and aggression, and on the other hand, it symbolizes amorous experiences and sexual desire. That is, two completely opposite states.
Therefore, solving the mystery of the “reddened” ring can be quite problematic. There is only one thing that will not be doubted for sure - the owner of the red chameleon ring is experiencing stormy emotions.
You can also additionally develop your own instructions for observing the ring, based on personal impressions. And it is quite possible that sometimes the characteristics of liquid crystal elements will differ from those generally installed.
Also remember that the ring varies its shade under the influence of physiological factors of the body, and not just psychological ones.
How to use a chameleon ring
The chameleon ring is quite democratic. This means that it can be worn by both girls and boys, and with completely different types of clothing.
As a rule, the ring has a round shape and silver rims, plus a small chameleon insert.
When you choose such an interesting ring for yourself, be sure to make sure you like it. And its color can be interpreted in completely different ways.
Chameleon ring “Save and Preserve”
The “Save and Preserve” ring is another type of such jewelry. Rings of this kind will become not just indicators of a person’s emotional state, but also certain amulets against troubles and misfortunes.
Moreover, on such a product is written the traditional Orthodox version of the appeal to God, which protects a person from misfortunes. It is applied both to the rim of the ring and to the area around the insert, which can also change its shade.
At the same time, the color characteristics of such jewelry will be similar to ordinary rings. But the most important thing in it is not the shade, but the prayer, sincerely coming from the soul and filled with light and purification.
The “Save and Preserve” chameleon ring is a popular option among Orthodox young people, and is also an excellent gift idea for your family and friends.
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New direction
At the peak of its popularity, this accessory instantly disappeared from store shelves. After all, in addition to its aesthetics, it concealed a certain mystery. The manufacturers' trick was to claim that the meaning of the colors of the ring is an indicator of mood. Everyone wanted to make sure of this and actively purchased jewelry.
But Marvin Warnick went even further, saying that the rings have magical powers. Such advertising became the reason for the emergence of a completely new direction in jewelry, which still exists today.
Nanotals Color Change
Translated from English, the phrase Color Change is translated as changing color, which reflects the essence and properties of these artificial minerals.
Artificial imitations of precious stones under the general name “nanostals” are the result of the development of Russian scientists. They are produced exclusively by the RusGems company, so far in the only factory located in the Moscow region.
Nanotals, as you might guess, appeared during the evolution of nanotechnology. They are based on high-tech processing of silicon oxide (SiO2) and aluminum (Al2O3).
The manufacturer successfully creates both almost absolute visual analogues of precious stones and artificial minerals with arbitrarily specified properties. At the moment, RusGems produces nanostones in 150 color variations, and at the request of the customer it can also create synthetic stones of other shades.
Now RusGems produces 22 categories of nanotals with the effect of pleochroism of varying degrees of severity. They have one color in natural light, but take on another color in artificial light. There are even stones that turn from green to orange, from pink to yellow, from gray to purple!
Color spectrum
The range of shades is quite extensive, and each of them has a specific meaning. It is unlikely to be accurate, since individuality is a quality inherent in any person. Emotional manifestations and medical indicators may vary.
Marketers, psychologists and doctors were able to develop an interpretation of all shades. To determine its value, you need to be guided by the following list:
- blue – inner harmony, calmness, balance, physical health;
- red – excessive excitement, provoked by anger or passion;
- orange – nervousness, excitement, desire to show off;
- yellow – anxiety, anger, excitement, increased excitability;
- green – self-confidence, self-sufficiency, peace;
- gray – nervousness, aggression;
- black – depression, depression, tension;
- purple – strong joy, affection, love, happiness, lust;
- brown – stress caused by mental shock;
- amber – uncertainty, uncertainty in the decision made;
- green-blue – relaxation.
When identifying, one should take into account the type of character and state of health. The owner will be able to independently draw up a signal map, focusing on his own feelings when changing the shade.
