A rare gem that contains magnesium is the rhodusite stone. It is considered a crystal from the category of silicates, which are characterized by a grayish-blue tint. This mineral was named after the site of its first mining - the island of Rhodes. Since ancient times, the magical and healing qualities of this stone have been known; it helps to achieve harmony, the owner receives protection from the negative energy of people around him.
History and origin
Archaeological excavations of ancient settlements indicate that in ancient times rhodusite was widely used both by the aborigines of native tribes and by residents of ancient metropolises. On the island of Sri Lanka, as well as on the Indian Peninsula, this mineral was equal in value to a diamond. A large number of samples found during excavations, according to experts, are talismans and amulets that were used for rituals by magicians of that time.
Mineral – Rhodusite
The nugget is formed hydrothermally among rocks of alkaline origin. It occurs in crystallized aggregates or fibrous, earthy, felt-like masses. The name "rhodusite" was given to the gem in honor of the place of its first mining - the majestic Greek island of Rhodes, located in the Aegean Sea.
Choosing a stone according to the ruling planet (ruler of the ascendant)
You can choose your everyday talisman stone according to the ruler of the ascendant. The lord of the ascendant is the planet that rules the sign of the ascendant. For example, if your ascendant is in the sign of Cancer, then its ruler will be the Moon. This planet will be considered the main ruler of the chart and the entire horoscope. It is she who plays an important role in your life.
Follow the link: Natal Chart Calculation and find out your ascendant and ruler (ruling planet). Next, knowing your planet, select your stone using the information below.
Physical properties
| Property | Description |
| Chemical formula | Na2(Mg3Fe23+)Si8O22(OH)2 |
| Hardness | 6 |
| Specific gravity | 3,40 — 3,75 |
| Opening year | 1891 |
| Ilom | Stepped |
| singonia | Triclinic |
| Cleavage | Perfect by {110} |
| Shine | Glass, on cleavage planes with a mother-of-pearl sheen |
| Transparency | Not about |
| Color | Pink, sometimes pinkish-gray, grayish-blue, bluish-blue to dark blue |
Rhodusite is a silicate. The strength of the stone is equal to the strength of jade. The degree of color saturation is influenced by the percentage of opal, which appears interspersed or completely replaces rhodusite. The brilliance of the mineral also depends on the degree of silicification.
Rhodusite is characterized by variability in structure and texture, as well as a variety of crystalline forms. These can be tabular or columnar elongated grains or very thin fibers.
Also read: Chalcedony - an ancient Greek miracle from the coast of the Sea of Marmara
Jewelry with chalcedony
Chalcedony is considered an ornamental stone. All types of chalcedony are very beautiful, widespread in nature and therefore very affordable. Chalcedony is used to make beautiful and inexpensive jewelry. If we are talking about jewelry made of silver or gold, the price will be much higher, since the basis is not the price of the stone, but the cost of the precious metal:
- The price of a silver ring starts from 5,000 rubles, while a gold ring can cost 3-5 times more, depending on the inserts included in it.
- If we are talking about luxury jewelry with a rare type of agate, for example, moss agate, then the price can reach up to 100,000 or more.
- Silver earrings can be bought from 3,000 rubles, gold ones are more expensive.
- A silver pendant costs from 2 thousand rubles, but can reach 20 thousand.
- Bracelets start at 5,000 for silver.
As for simple beads and bracelets with chalcedony cabochons, their price starts from 300 rubles for a bracelet and from 500 rubles for a necklace. The most important thing is to be able to distinguish a natural mineral from a plastic or glass one.
Varieties and colors
Rhodusite, unlike other minerals, is distinguished primarily by texture. Structural differences determine the external dissimilarity of each variety. The stone is:
- Spotted. This type is considered the most common. This is a heterogeneous mineral, small, medium and large grains of which form samples of gray-blue, sometimes almost black color.
- Homogeneous. A rare and valuable type of gem, also called a hawk's eye. This gem stands out among others with its silky-pearl luster, shimmering on the bright blue or blue-blue surface of the stone.
Hawkeye - Veined-spotted. This mineral was called “brocade” due to its unusual pattern. A stone is formed due to opalization. Partially replaced by opal, rhodusite is endowed with a dim indigo-yellow color. Pale yellow spots scattered over a blue-gray surface create the “brocade” color that is a distinctive feature of this variety.
Each type of nugget is used by masters of different directions. Masterpieces created by skillful hands make the mineral even more attractive.
Chalcedony - photo how to recognize a fake
And finally, signs by which it is very easy to distinguish a fake:
- Natural stone is denser and heavier than imitation;
- Real chalcedony, unlike glass, does not heat up upon contact with the human body;
- Fakes always look unnatural. It is almost impossible to artificially obtain the natural unevenness of a mineral with its calm tones and random inclusions.
When purchasing, do not forget to ask the seller for a certificate confirming that the stone belongs to the chalcedony group.
Glass specimens may contain bubbles and inclusions that lack color and are not found in natural gemstones.
The absence of inclusions and the symmetry of the texture, which is repeated in different minerals, indicates a fake.
In most cases, chalcedony is characterized by a rich color. However, you should not rely on this property alone, as natural gemstones may not have very bright colors, especially if they were at sea.
Areas of application
Despite its little popularity, the stone has become of interest not only to jewelers and collectors, but also to artists working in the Florentine mosaic technique. This type of art involves creating paintings from sawn, sized pieces of various minerals. Due to the color scheme and patterning of some rhodusite samples, the variations of the created landscapes are quite diverse. Masters use this gem to depict mountains in a foggy haze, the sea during a storm, a forest at the edge of the horizon, or the water surface of a lake on a cloudy day. Brocade rhodusite perfectly conveys the shades of an autumn forest.
Jewelry with stone
Jewelers love gems just as much as artists. This stone is perfectly processed and polished. However, it is impossible to find two identical copies. Flat or convex cabochons are created from gemstones, which serve as inserts in silver or cupronickel jewelry. The inserts are always large - this is how the beauty of the stone is conveyed to the maximum. Rhodusite cannot be cut.
Powerful amulets made from natural stones
The best amulets are made from gems that have bright energy.
The most powerful talismans are obtained from:
- Agatha;
- tiger eye;
- carnelian;
- malachite;
- moonstone;
- cat's eye;
- turquoise;
- diamond;
- chrysocolla;
- rose quartz;
- citrine;
- aquamarine;
- amethyst;
- crystal;
- aventurine;
- axinite;
- jet;
- black onyx.
Magic properties
Rhodusite was famous in ancient times for its extraordinary magical abilities. Magicians of past centuries used this gem to strengthen family ties and preserve relationships between a man and a woman that were on the verge of collapse. The mineral in a silver frame served as an adornment that helped preserve the main value - the family. The power of the stone was its ability to influence human decisions by restraining negative emotions. Having extinguished excessive emotionality, the amulet made it possible to soberly assess the situation and draw the right conclusions.
Important! A new mineral that has not previously belonged to another person will show more magical abilities. The stone reads and stores human negativity, so such a gem cannot be transferred or given as a gift - such a gift will only bring misfortune to the new owner.
The important mission of the gem is to protect a person from the negative influences of ill-wishers. If you were not lucky enough to meet an “energy vampire” on your life’s path, then a mineral held in the palm of your hand will help you avoid unwanted consequences from the communication that happened.
Rhodusite will serve as a family amulet for a person. In the house where the mineral is stored, peace, harmony, tranquility and stability will reign. Household members will forget about scandals or minor conflicts. And the owner of the mineral will become more stress-resistant, thereby protecting himself from depression.
Important! After each use, the mineral must be cleansed of negative energy. To do this, the nugget is thoroughly rinsed under running water.
The manifestation of some magical properties of the stone depends on the character of its owner. Thus, strong, strong-willed individuals will receive help from the talisman in developing insight, as well as clairvoyance abilities. The nugget protects those who are weak in spirit from the surrounding negativity, the evil eye, and other manifestations of ill will. Rhodusite also awakens in a person the instinct for self-preservation, helping to correctly navigate life-threatening situations.
Rhyolite
Rhyolite stone is a volcanic glass that contains various impurities.
Most often among these impurities, ordinary feldspar is found; inclusions of other substances can be observed much less often. The name is translated literally from Greek as “flowing” or “flow”. The second name of the mineral, liparite, was given to it in honor of the Aeolian Islands. Rhyolite is mined wherever there are volcanic zones. Large reserves of this gem are available in Russia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan and some states of the USA. Most often, rhyolite is used for construction purposes; it is almost impossible to find it in jewelry. However, the mineral is very popular among lithotherapists and boasts rich magical properties. Rhyolite serves as a powerful talisman for married couples and helps all those who are planning to unite their destinies through legal marriage. This explains the fact that the mineral is usually given at weddings as a talisman of family happiness and well-being .
Rhyolite helps all those who seek stability and constancy in life and strive to achieve high goals. The gem is especially suitable for people who have inner harmony and are guided by noble goals. In terms of healing, the stone is able to harmonize psychological and physiological states.
Medicinal properties
Rhodusite is known to lithotherapists as an anti-inflammatory, as well as an immunomodulatory agent that generally strengthens the human body. In addition, the mineral protects the nervous system, thereby creating a barrier against the destructive effects of stress. There is also an opinion among healers that the nugget promotes the rapid healing of broken bones and the healing of open wounds.
The positive effect of the gem on the human nervous system is also noted by specialists who practice meditative therapy and alternative medicine. It is noted that rhodusite is responsible for the throat chakra, called Vishuddha. Meditation using a sample of muted blue color helps to relax the neck and throat muscles, calm the nerves, and normalize the breathing rhythm. This practice relieves a person from nervous tics.
Astrological compatibility
(“+++” – the stone fits perfectly, “+” – can be worn, “-” – is strictly contraindicated):
| Zodiac sign | Compatibility |
| Aries | + |
| Taurus | + |
| Twins | + |
| Cancer | + |
| a lion | + |
| Virgo | + |
| Scales | + |
| Scorpion | +++ |
| Sagittarius | + |
| Capricorn | +++ |
| Aquarius | +++ |
| Fish | + |
Rhodusite is little known to astrologers. Some consider this mineral to be universal for all signs. Some are inclined to think that the gem will be the most useful talisman for Scorpios, Aquarius and Capricorns. Some astrologers do not include the nugget in the list of zodiac stones at all. In any case, rhodusite will be a wonderful decoration and amulet for someone who truly believes in the miraculous power of the mineral.
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