Stone chrysolite: properties and description

Introduction

The stone of chrysolite, the properties of which will be considered in this article, received its unusual name from the words chrysos (which means "golden") and lithos (which means "stone") from the ancient Greek. The existence of this word is noted in ancient times.

Description of stones

Chrysolite is a mineral, often found under a different name - olivine, and also under the name used by professional jewelers - peridot. Mineral is the orthosilicate of iron and magnesium. The stone of chrysolite, whose properties we will mention in the continuation of the article, deserved the poetic name of the admirers of the "evening emerald", as it is considered a very beautiful precious stone of green color, it was highly appreciated by stone lovers, and it was an ornament of many highly artistic jewelry for many years.

In ancient Greece, Pliny used it to denote the golden yellow stones, and sometimes he mistakenly took chrysolite for topaz.

The stone is chrysolite. Properties

The stone of green color has several shades: yellow, golden, grassy, pistachio, brown, olive. Very rarely the color is intense, pale colors are more often present. Has a glass luster; The hardness of the stone reaches 7.0, and its density is 3.3 g / cm ³ .

Healing properties of a precious stone

Most often, chrysolite is used in the treatment of nervous diseases, heart disease, neuralgia, and also to get rid of nightmares and insomnia. Lithotherapists believe that this mineral is an excellent remedy for the treatment of eye diseases. Healers with chrysolite can relieve pain in the kidney and stomach. The mineral is used for diseases of the blood vessels, the spine, as well as catarrhal diseases that are caused by hypothermia. In the literature, one can come across the statement that chrysolite can cure stuttering. It has many healing properties, inherent in minerals of green color.

Properties of chrysolite in magic

Chrysolite can protect from stupid actions and bad dreams, strengthen strength and bestow predictions. Since ancient times, chrysolite is used as an amulet for burns and fires. There is a certain opinion that chrysolite protects from troubles in life. In some countries, this stone is recognized as the guardian of the hearth of the family, which gives happiness and tranquility. According to modern magic, it increases the attractiveness and male potency. It is believed that this stone can bring back the joy of life and fill it with smiles. Chrysolite is the patron of people who were born under the sign of Pisces: helps to avoid conflicts and make right, balanced decisions.

Products from chrysolite: amulets and talismans

Chrysolite is a talisman for athletes and people with an active lifestyle. Helps in acquiring family happiness. A talisman is a figurine of a fish or of an animal, made from chrysolite. The figure is also placed in a prominent place to attract stability and prosperity to the family. Experts advise wearing talismans from this stone to protect themselves from night fears, evil spirits, envy and evil eye. The stone of chrysolite, whose properties were discussed in this article, turns out to be still among the regalia of the Russian crown.