All about fluorite

It is found in nature surprisingly beautiful, but at the same time deceptive mineral - it is called fluorite. All people who came across him are divided into two camps - some simply idolize him, and the latter are afraid. Let us dwell on the peculiarities of the stone, the magical and healing properties that are attributed to it.

Evidence that fluorite was used in ancient times was found during archaeological excavations. Even in ancient Greece, people knew and used this stone. In those days, its value was comparable to the price of gold. It was used to make dishes for the richest citizens. She was valued for what looks like it is illuminated from the inside.

In ancient Rome, fluorite utensils were valued even more than gold, it was from this stone that the famous murinous vases were made, which were mentioned by Pliny in the description of the famous ancient minerals themselves. Unfortunately, not one such vase has reached our time, even in the form of fragments.

In Rome, fluorite was supplied from Parthia, one of the most powerful states of that time, occupying a vast area from the Caspian Sea to the Persian Gulf. The cost of a murine vase reached 100 thousand gold dinars - for comparison, a luxurious palace could be built for such an amount or a whole legion of soldiers could be built for a long time.

In India, this unusual crystal was a subject of worship, it was revered as a sacred flower and believed that it helps to establish contact with the gods. In those days, the stone was called Murin, much later in Germany he was given the modern name, which means “flow”. In some countries, fluorite is known as fluorspar, South African emerald and ore flower.

With the Renaissance era they associate a new round of popularity of the stone - in those years it shone in almost every rich house, but it did not last long. The fact is that the poor began to use the stone - thanks to its wide color palette, precious stones substitutes began to be made from crystal.

For the first time, the properties of this rainbow mineral were described by the German scientist George Agricola, who gained worldwide fame as the founder of the stone teaching.

If you try to characterize the fluorite, you can define that it is a translucent or completely transparent crystal with modulations, patterns and a unique color palette.

The crystal is calcium fluoride, the chemical formula of the substance is CaF2. The main constituents of fluorite are Calcium and Fluorum, but the fact is that there is practically no crystal in such pure form, you can count on one hand those lucky ones who had the cleanest fluorspar in hand. Typically, the structure includes various impurities. The mineral belongs to the class of halides and has quite interesting chemical properties:

• has the ability to dissolve in hydrochloric acid;
• glows in the dark;
• may react to direct ultraviolet radiation.

Depending on the number of extraneous components, the gem can have very different shades - this is one of the most valuable qualities of this crystal. There are several major species of fluorspar.

• "Smelly" spar - the stone is a radioactive fluorite of black and purple color. This unusual name is explained by the fact that if you sharply hit this mineral on a hard surface, the fluorine contained in its composition begins to react with oxygen, which leads to the release of an unpleasant odor.

• Ratkit - lilac mineral, sometimes it may have a pink or purple hue.

• Blue john - a rather exotic two-color crystal, as a rule, it is white with blue stripes, but can be yellow with purple veins. In previous years, there was a large deposit of such stones, but over time it completely dried up, so the “Blue John” is very expensive.

• Chlorofan - otherwise the fluorite is green. This stone is able to change the shade depending on the weather - the warmer it is in the yard, the more saturated and bright its color becomes.

• Ittrofluorite - this stone has a large range of shades from yellow to brown.

Interesting patterns and color unevenness make the stones especially spectacular, which is explained by the presence of uranium, strontium, samarium, iron and rare-earth metals in the mineral composition. Due to the property of fluorescence under direct rays, the stone begins to emit a violet glow, and glows with strong heat.

Fluorite in nature is quite common. In fact, this is a common compound of calcium and fluorine, so there is nothing difficult to find it. But recognizing a stone is a more difficult task, due to the wide color palette it is often confused with other types of minerals.

Mining of fluorspar people are engaged from time immemorial. There are quite a few deposits in the world, which today are completely depleted. It should be noted that some of them had previously found truly unique samples.

Fields in Russia:

• Primorskoe:
• Buryat:
• Transbaikal;
• Suranskoe.

The top ten among the countries in which feldspar mining is carried out includes South Africa, Italy, the United States, as well as Spain and Norway. Tajikistan closes the list - crystals can be found here in almost any area, except the south-west. Also, the mineral is mined in Mongolia, China, Kazakhstan, England, Switzerland and Namibia.

There are many legends and legends about all sorts of useful properties of a flickering crystal and its significance for humans. This stone has not bypassed one of the popular trends of alternative medicine - lithotherapy, which is in great demand among people suffering from diseases of the muscles, joints and bones. Fluorite massage is one of the most common services in many medical centers and clinics.. With the help of these procedures, the general condition of a person is significantly improved, muscles are toned and strengthened.

Fluorspar is also used for facial massage.Such procedures have a pronounced rejuvenating effect, and in addition, reduce the symptoms of meteozavisimosti, people get rid of migraines, improves their emotional background and passes insomnia. Our distant ancestors actively used these amazing properties of the crystal - they often wore various kinds of jewelry with fluorite, arguing that they normalize the work of the heart and relieve the headache. However, we draw attention to the fact that getting rid of serious health problems can only be done by constantly wearing fluorite, and always unprocessed.. If the pathology is chronic, then it makes sense to buy beads from crystals or pendant.

It is believed that the stone has pronounced magical properties. In ancient times, people believed that fluorite is of divine origin and sent to earth by gods in order to bestow happiness and prosperity on them.

In the Middle Ages, alchemists and sorcerers used fluorite - with its help they lured customers to their place and made considerable profits. The fact is that in the dark it glows, so many people were just afraid to death and at the same time admired him, and the magicians used it to gain the glory of the strongest magicians. Talismans, amulets and special glowing balls for fortune telling were made from this stone, they were widely used during seances and other magical rites.

In ancient India, the priests argued that fluorite leads to the opening of the "third eye", that is, clairvoyance abilities. According to the teachings of the sages, it was this stone that helped comprehend the most difficult teachings. People sincerely believed that fluorite could radically change the life of any person. This he attracted and at the same time frightened.

The fame of the magical properties of fluorite eventually reached European countries, where for a long time he was considered the devil's stone. Especially fear was induced by those varieties of crystal stone, which upon impact began to emit an unpleasant odor. At this time, the crystal was used when conducting black masses and rites.

Of course, nowadays many seemingly mysterious properties of fluorite have a very real scientific substantiation, but this does not detract from its importance among people who are interested in mysticism and extrasensory perception.. The stone is very popular in various cultures, among different peoples and segments of the population.

Many yogis today wear bracelets and beads made of fluorite, believing that this opens up a channel of communication with the higher forces. It is believed that his rays reveal the violet spectrum of a person's aura, bringing peace, balance and wisdom into his life.

Many believe that the stone contributes to the development of intuition, so almost all people who consider themselves clairvoyants carry fluorite with them or keep it in their home.

The unique properties of the stone determine its use in various fields, although contrary to expectations, in the art of jewelry its quotation is low. Despite the beauty, it has a significant drawback - this mineral is fragile, so it is almost impossible to use it to create sophisticated jewelry. Nevertheless, jewelers often imitate precious and semi-precious stones - ruby, sapphire, diamonds, aquamarine and emerald. Smooth minerals of oval or flat shape are most often used in the creation of jewelry. The most beautiful are decorations from raw fluorite.

This spar is in demand in the manufacture of optical lenses for digital cameras and other high-precision devices, since it is much more transparent than plain glass.

When fluorite is combined with sulfuric acid, hydrofluoric acid is obtained. It is widely demanded in the aluminum industry. The stone is used in steelmaking, as well as in non-ferrous metallurgy. It has been used to etch glass, as well as copper and some alloys.

Despite the special brittleness, polymers are made of minerals, which are called photographic plates - they are durable materials that withstand the effects of elevated temperatures.

As we have already mentioned, representatives of all signs of the zodiac can wear fluorite, but it has the most beneficial effect on Pisces, Capricorns, Libra, Gemini and Aquarius.

The union of fluorite with Gemini can be called ideal - it provides its owner with protection, helps to find harmony, to achieve the goal. Aries carrying this mineral become more balanced, reasonable and calm. Taurus fluorite creates favorable conditions for raising the career ladder and improving material well-being. Crayfish under the influence of stone become softer and more tolerant, among the representatives of this sign the level of aggressiveness is significantly reduced.

Leo also becomes much calmer, and the Virgin finds a long-awaited understanding with the people around her. For Libra, the stone has always been considered a protector from unkind people and envious people. When dealing with a crystal, Scorpios gain confidence in themselves, and Capricorn begins to better formulate thoughts and defend their own beliefs. Aquarius under the influence of fluorite learns to overcome life's troubles, and Pisces get clarity about the direction of personal self-realization.

It is believed that its unique properties completely stone reveals only to those people who by their nature are positive, do not wish evil to others and try to do good. Legend has it that this stone does not live in evil and envious people, as if it were not cared for.

The crystals of this unusual stone are often used during meditations and in other energy practices. It is believed that he is able to absorb negative energy in himself, because it is used to clean the chakras and auras. In addition, it is noted that fluorite is able to clean the space around itself, even from electromagnetic radiation, therefore, it is recommended to keep the stone near computers and laptops. He is able to absorb the whole range of emotional and physical negatives, and therefore needs frequent cleaning. Any dirt is cleaned with ordinary water - just rinse the stone and wipe it dry with a soft cloth. The use of chemical cleaners, especially abrasives, is not allowed.

Despite the fact that fluorite is often used to imitate precious stones, it itself is often forged. To identify a fake, you need to look at the mineral under the rays of ultraviolet light - a real crystal immediately begins to glow. This crystal is heavier than glass; besides, its surface is usually covered with all sorts of scratches and mini-cracks.

Given all the magical properties attributed to fluorite, it is not surprising that it is often used to make amulets and talismans. It is believed that such a product will correctly protect its owner from negative external influences, will help keep his emotions and thoughts under control. That is why first of all it is advised to wear it to women - a stone helps them to avoid hysterics, to improve relations with others and to find peace in the family.

Using this unusual stone as a talisman, it is important to consider exactly where it should be worn. For example, if it is placed on a hand in the form of a ring or bracelet, this improves the intellectual status and analytical abilities of a person, and if the charm is worn as a pendant, then his master will be successful in his personal life.

Nowadays, figurines are made of fluorite, but jewelry is rarely made of it. Most often it is used to create costume jewelry, for this purpose it is subjected to polishing and is shaped without pointed edges. These stones are made earrings and brooches, which, no doubt, will be able to decorate any woman of the fair sex.

The cost of treated fluorite often reaches 10 thousand rubles (according to 2017 data). The price directly depends on the uniqueness of the stone, its color and the presence of additional inclusions.

The cost of polished stones usually varies from 200 to 700 rubles, for decorative items they take from 300 to 3,000 rubles, talismans and jewelry from crumb are estimated at between 300 and 4,000 rubles.

The most expensive are unique jewelry and exclusive decor items.

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