Precious, semi-precious and ornamental stones

What are semi-precious stones

Minerals that have a beautiful appearance are called semi-precious. They are used to create jewelry, collected, and turned into banking assets. They are found in nature often, but in certain places. Thus, the deposit of some rocks is only one point on the map, while others are found throughout the world. The cost depends on the volume of rock found and its hardness on the Mohs scale from 1 to 10, where the hardest (10) is diamond.

In Russia, only diamond, blue sapphire, emerald and natural pearls are considered precious. The rest are equated to semi-precious ones, although products with them are not always cheap, and sometimes the cost is even higher. Semi-precious stones are popular not only among women, but also among men. They are credited with magical and healing properties and are worn according to the zodiac sign. In general, semi-precious minerals have occupied a certain niche in the world of jewelry and delight their owners not only with beauty, but also with properties.

Gems

A gemstone is a mineral characterized by excellent transparency and a high degree of hardness. These gems can retain their appearance and color for a long time. What stones are considered precious? This category includes a variety of gems - sapphire, emerald, alexandrite, chrysoberyl, ruby.

Diamonds top this list of these minerals. Also, emeralds, rubies, and blue sapphires may also belong to the first order of the first group.

Diamonds surpass all other minerals in value. The Encyclopedia of Stones says that they are obtained by processing diamonds, which can be the hardest mineral elements. According to the Mohs scale, they have a maximum strength of 10 points.

Diamonds are 10 times harder than sapphires, which have a hardness rating of 9. It is believed that the mineral is called this way because of the Greek term “adamas”, which translates as “indestructible”. There is also another version of the name of the diamond, which believes that it comes from the Persian word “elma”. Translated, this means “hardest”.

Emeralds are a green-colored variety of beryl. This beautiful mineral is characterized by amazing transparency. Its color is associated with the presence of chromium or vanadium in the composition. Beryls are not considered very hard, but have a high value. The highest quality is considered to be dark green Colombian beryl, the crystals of which include vanadium.

Rubies have a rich red hue. According to their chemical structure, these natural stones belong to the corundum group. In Latin, the word "rubeus" means "red". Red rubies with a purple tint have the maximum value. This gemstone color is also called pigeon blood shade.

Rare mineral structures include rubies, which contain the element rutile. Such products are characterized by a special asterism effect.

Sapphires are precious stones that are characterized by amazing transparency. The mineral gets its blue color due to the presence of iron and titanium in the structure. Taking into account the predominance of one or another component, the shade of sapphires also changes. It can be pale blue or dark blue. Ultramarine sapphires look spectacular.

Price for semi-precious stones

You can purchase jewelry and nuggets only in trusted places. Due to the fact that many fakes are supplied today, there is a chance that you will buy yourself a useless piece of jewelry that will not have all those magical and healing properties. Natural stones are expensive, especially some types: turquoise, jade, ruby, moonstone, amber. Approximate cost of jewelry:

Atlas guide “From earth to sky.” Stones

When we meet a person, the first thing we do is find out what his name is. Each of us has a name. There are names - names - for everything that surrounds us in nature. And therefore, acquaintance with any plant, animal, stone or constellation should begin with the question: “What is your name?”

When we meet a person, the first thing we do is find out what his name is. Each of us has a name. There are names - names - for everything that surrounds us in nature. And therefore, acquaintance with any plant, animal, stone or constellation should begin with the question: “What is your name?” But you can’t just ask them! Not a flower, not a butterfly, not a star... That is, you can ask, of course, but they won’t answer, they’ll remain silent. How can you make friends with them without knowing their names? And here our atlas-identifier will come to the rescue. He will tell you what their name is. And it will tell you what you first need to know about this creature, constellation, stone. How to use the atlas? It's not difficult at all. Having seen something that interests you (in a forest, a park, at home, in a lively corner of a school, in a garden plot, etc.), find it in the pictures of the atlas, read the name and description in the text. But how can you find what you need in the atlas, since there is so much in it? First of all, you need to decide which section of the book is required: “Stones”, “Plants”, “Mushrooms and Lichens”, “Animals”, “Stars”. Then, in the table of contents at the beginning of the desired section, find what is suitable for your case and open the appropriate page (or pages). When looking for a suitable design, carefully compare it with the natural object you are identifying. Be sure to read the description. In many cases it will help you a lot.

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Ornamental stones

Ornamental stone is a collective term that unites all types of rocks and minerals used as decorations for jewelry and the production of stone-cutting souvenirs.

Malachite

The bright green patterned stone is a source of pride among the gems of the Urals. Boxes and vases are often carved from it.

Color range : green in tints from light to dark.

Properties: relieves asthma attacks and has a beneficial effect on the nervous system.

Zodiac compatibility : Taurus and Libra.

Amber

In ancient times, amber was valued as a remedy for diseases. Sunstone is also called resin tears or mineral gold.

Color range : yellow, brown, orange, red.

Properties : for the treatment of hepatitis, prevention of colds.

Zodiac compatibility : Leo.

Turquoise

This hydrated copper and aluminum phosphate is called the heavenly mineral.

Color range : shades from blue to blue, green.

Properties : helps with sore throat and thyroid problems.

Zodiac compatibility : Sagittarius and Taurus.

Jasper

An ornamental gem, which since ancient times has served as a material for creating jewelry and other crafts.

Color range : red, white, green with multi-color pattern.

Properties : treats fever, reduces pain.

Zodiac compatibility : Virgo and Pisces.

Agate

This beautiful ornamental stone is credited with magical properties due to its unusual design.

Color scheme : the color palette also consists of several shades, for example, white-brown, blue-blue, purple-pink.

Properties : reduces toothache, helps with insomnia.

Zodiac compatibility : Cancer and Gemini.

Rose quartz

Quartz is a base mineral found in other ornamental stones. A gem from the world of emotions and feelings.

Color range : pink.

Properties : useful for diseases of the nervous and lymphatic systems.

Zodiac compatibility : Libra and Taurus.

Tourmaline

This mineral is used not only in jewelry, but also in medicine. The stone contains a small charge of electricity and is capable of ionizing the air around it.

Color range : green, red, blue, black, colorless.

Properties : used for air ionization and infrared heating.

Zodiac compatibility : Scorpio and Cancer.

Moon rock

This translucent mineral with a mysterious name belongs to the potassium feldspars. The shimmer and shimmer of the stone is compared to the radiance of the Moon.

Color range: white, milky, light gray, colorless.

Properties : calms hyperactive children, has a beneficial effect on brain function.

Zodiac compatibility: Scorpio, Pisces and Cancer.