History of the origin of the stone
Scientists believe that vltavin is a type of volcanic glass. It is of meteorite origin and is considered the oldest representative of tektites. 15 million years ago, a meteorite fell near the Vltava River (Southern Bohemia), which caused the appearance of emerald green stones.
When the meteorite collided with the ground, an explosion occurred, causing rock and sand to melt. The sintered particles glazed, turning into minerals the color of bottle glass. Tektites are now found in different places - deep under the soil layer, in ancient river beds, in sand. What these places have in common is that they are located several hundred kilometers from the Vltava.
There is a second version, which some mineralologists adhere to. They think that this mineral appeared on the planet after alien flying vehicles landed in different places. After takeoff, the rocks in the ground melted, changed their appearance and properties, turning over time into beautiful gems.
Properties of Vltavin (Moldavite)
The crystal has a characteristic shine and a beautiful emerald color. The composition of the mineral includes:
- Aluminum oxide – almost 20%.
- Silicon dioxide – up to 80%.
This chemical composition directly affects the properties of the stone:
- Hardness – 6 units. according to the Mohs scale.
- Density – 2.5 grams/1 cm3.
- Melting point – 1300 C.
Some minerals have small voids inside them, while others have gas inside. The gaseous substance found in moldvite is also found at an altitude of 25 km above the Earth.
It has been established that moldavite also has medicinal properties:
- Relieves nervous and mental illnesses.
- Helps cope with anxiety, fears, apathy, depression, negative emotions.
- Moves focus from one angle to the right place.
- Relieves anxious thoughts and charges you with positivity.
- Calms, which helps cope with insomnia, restless sleep and nightmares.
- Reduces pain if applied to the area of the body where pain and spasms occur.
- Works great for migraines and pain.
- Treats eyes, relieves fatigue, improves vigilance.
- Increases concentration, which is important for people engaged in “mental” work.
- Used in the treatment of the cardiovascular system, including hypertension and ischemia.
- Helps cleanse the blood and improve blood circulation, fights toxins, excess weight, eliminates toxins, and copes with gastrointestinal problems.
Moldavite is able to change the structure of water, giving it healing properties. Doctors prescribe drinking water as a preventive measure for the entire body.
What zodiac sign is the Moldavite (Vltavin) stone suitable for?
The mineral has magical powers; it helps some zodiac signs more than others:
- Virgo and Gemini are the strongest influences. The stone helps in acquiring material well-being and career growth.
- Aries, Taurus and Capricorn - drives away bad thoughts and groundless negative emotions. Moldavite brings optimism and improvement in life to these signs.
- Libra, Scorpio, Aquarius and Libra should not wear the stone often so as not to lose their strength. Vltavin is weaker to the forces of these signs, which are capable of taking away the power of moldavite. Therefore, jewelry should be worn only on especially important occasions.
- Sagittarius and Cancer will become more balanced, calm, balanced, and problems will no longer bother you so much. Vltavin gives them confidence and self-esteem.
- Leos - Moldavite allows people to control those who are nearby. Leos should be careful with the mineral, as the feeling of power can bring huge problems.
Talismans and amulets
Talismans and amulets were made from moldavite back in the Paleolithic period. Knowing about its cosmic origin, it is difficult to imagine how much energy and mystical properties are stored in it. People still believe in the power of the stone and wear amulets in the form of pendants and pendants. According to legend, this stone especially helps girls named Maria. It suggests a way out of a difficult life situation and gives strength and energy. Talismans protect the owner from the evil eye and damage and make him kinder and more tolerant of the world around him. It also allows you to strengthen your intellect and reveal new useful talents.
Constantly wearing an amulet with a mystical mineral reveals the ability to foresee the future. Magicians use it for predictions and protection against black magic.
Price of jewelry in Prague
The cost of jewelry that contains vltavin is low and affordable to everyone:
- Untreated vltavin with a diameter of 2.5 cm - $60.
- Small jewelry - from 10 to 90 euros.
- Large handmade product – 300 euros.
- A ring with a vltavin or a pendant with a small stone in a metal frame – 5 euros.
- Silver pendant with mineral – from 40 to 80 euros.
- Earrings – almost 50 euros.
- Jewelry set – from 150 to 200 euros.
Prices for jewelry increase every year as supplies dwindle.
Areas of use
With its unusual shape and color, the mineral has always been particularly popular among collectors. Moldavite has found application in jewelry. To do this, it is polished and inserted into a frame made of precious metals.
Moldavite bracelet
They are made into pendants, pendants, and brooches. After cutting, the stone can be inserted into a ring or earrings. Jewelry with moldavite turns out bright, beautiful, shining.
Where can I buy
Natural stones are sold only in stores in the Czech Republic, including in Prague. In Czech shops, vltavin and products containing it will cost much less than in online stores.
You need to buy Vltavin in such large stores in Prague as Granat and CeletnaCrystal. These companies have been working in the jewelry market for a long time, so it is impossible to buy a fake here. One of the Granat boutiques is located at Dlouha, 28, and the second is Panska, 1.
A jewelry salon is open at Celetná Street 15. There is a huge selection of semi-precious stones here.
You should not buy moldavite from strangers on the street, since the likelihood of deception is very high. Each product in stores has a certificate of authenticity.
How to distinguish an original from a fake?
Jewelry made from bottle stone is expensive because it is a rare mineral and processing takes a lot of time. Therefore, you can often stumble upon a fake. In order not to purchase an ordinary glass instead of a unique strong stone, you need to pay attention to the following details:
- Color. Moldavite always has a shade of green, if there is no green, then it is a different stone. But vltavin is not bright green, like emerald, it is more reminiscent of the color of green moss.
- Form. Even after processing, bottle stone has tubercles, and it is never completely polished and smooth.
- Structure. Most minerals have a crystalline structure, but moldavite has an amorphous structure. That is, it can turn into various forms.
- Transparency. Moldavite is never completely transparent; it always contains some inclusions of various substances.
- Place of origin. This stone has only one deposit - in the Czech Republic, so if the seller names another country, then you can be sure that it is a fake.
- Fragility. Bottlestone is quite fragile and can be scratched or chipped without much effort.
If you have doubts about the authenticity of the stone, it is better to contact a specialist. There are more chances to purchase a real mineral directly in the Czech Republic, in Prague, and besides, it costs less there. To ensure quality, you should check the certificate.
