Mineral beryl belongs to the class of silicates. Its composition includes ions of aluminum, oxygen, beryllium, silicon. However, these components are not limited to the formula, because in its composition can additionally include alkalis like sodium, rubidium, lithium, iron, chromium, as well as water, gases (argon or helium). Beryl, whose properties are often determined precisely by these additions, can have many colors. The stone itself has greenish or white crystals. If there is Fe2 + in the mineral, the crystals acquire a greenish-blue color (aquamarine), if Fe3 + is yellow (heliodor). Chromium salts give a dense green color, inherent in emeralds, and manganese stains minerals in pink (sparrow). Also there are colorless crystals - goshenit.
Transparent crystals of beryl species havehigh value and are considered precious stones. From the rest of the mass of the opaque rock, whose interlayers can reach in the thickness from a few centimeters to several meters in length, metal beryllium is extracted. The latter is used in the nuclear, space, automotive and other industries.
What else is remarkable about beryl (stone)? Properties that determine its external appeal, in particular, shine in the sun and under artificial illumination, are determined by the fact that the crystals of the mineral have a prismatic shape with six facets. This allows you to create magnificent ornaments from any of its varieties.
Who will use beryl? Stone, whose properties are studied by astrologers for centuries, refers more to female minerals than to males. This is partly due to the fact that in the ancient times beryl was treated with female diseases. Today, its use is limited to alleviating the condition of a person with back problems, it is also used to improve metabolism (in ayurveda), with colds and some gynecological diseases. In addition, beryl can give to the one that has it, the faithfulness of men, the affection of children, good friends.
How to apply beryl (stone), whose propertiessometimes manifest themselves on the most unexpected side? It is believed that decorating with him will give a rich personal life and improve his career. Stones with a green and yellowish hue are good to take on vacation as talismans guarding the journey.
If someone from your family studies or teaches,we recommend giving him beryl (stone). The properties of this mineral are also expressed in that it helps to develop intelligence, expand consciousness, improve mental abilities. It will contribute to the successful learning or transfer of knowledge. No wonder he is considered a stone of philosophers.
From an astronomical point of view, naturalBeryl is recommended for wearing Scorpio, as well as Libra and Gemini. Its color varieties fit other signs of the zodiac. It is not too expensive, because its deposits are numerous and are found all over the world. In Russia, it is mined in Transbaikalia and the Urals, and in the former Soviet Union - in Ukraine and Kazakhstan. In addition, there are deposits in China, Afghanistan, India, the United States, Brazil, Colombia, Madagascar, and others.
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