Govlit: features and properties of the stone

Govlit is a rather rare stone that is in demand. This unusual name of the stone was in honor of its discoverer, who became a geologist Henry Gov (Canada). This gem is endowed with many properties, including magical and healing, so the interest in it does not diminish. It is worth considering a more detailed description of the stone, its properties, varieties, differences from fakes, as well as features of storage and care.

Govlit is a type of calcium borosilicate. This gem has names such as caulite, taulite, turquenite, pressed turquoise, and so on. This stone is presented in the nature of a rounded shape, has a light gray tint, while it has splashes of dark color. Since this shade does not attract much attention, it is often tinted stone. Gems of a blue shade are quite common. Due to this color, the stone was named pressed turquoise, although they have nothing in common. It happens that howlite is painted in green shades, sometimes even red pebbles are found. This stone looks great in jewelry.

Govlit was opened in 1868 thanks to the efforts of the famous geologist named Henry Gov. A beautiful gem was discovered on the territory of the Scottish Peninsula. Of course, the stone was named in honor of the scientist who found it, but there are also others mentioned above. In ancient times this stone had a special meaning: it indicated the material well-being and nobility of its owner.

Today, this semi-precious mineral is often used to create cabochons or beads for necklaces. Today, such a decoration can afford and a poor man. Speaking of adornment can be found among the ministers of the church. For psychics and healers, this stone is a ritual attribute.

Govlit is mined in only a few countries, so it is considered to be a rather rare mineral. In those basins where the reserves are concentrated, boron and calcium are also found. This mineral is also found in the United States, namely in California, Canada. There are small reserves of stone in Germany, as well as in Serbia. He speaks often confused with other natural stones.

Govlit looks inconspicuous at first glance. On sale there are pebbles of light brown, white and gray colors, at the same time dark streaks appear. Turquenite is characterized by a porous structure and porcelain gloss, so it is easily susceptible to staining. Quite often, the mineral is repainted in blue or blue-green tones, while it becomes very similar to turquoise, which refers to expensive stones. Even experienced jewelers, it happens, can not distinguish it from govlita.

The mineral is often painted in red shades, while it is very similar to coral. He copes with the imitation of various pebbles. Even an unpainted version is often given for white turquoise, which also costs a lot. Each option looks rich and elegant, so it is quite difficult to draw a clear line between howling and turquoise or coral.

Govlit is a mineral that is endowed with many properties.

Characteristic features of howlite are various shapes and various sizes. The gem can be round, in the form of an oval, flat. If we consider the color performance, then, as a rule, the mineral is represented in white with veined inclusions of black or brownish tint. A small number of stones are translucent, but to meet them is quite difficult. Not everyone can appreciate the white color. Many consider it uninteresting and sad, so quite often jewelers resort to changing the color performance of a govlita. The mineral gets red or green tones. That colored stones have a higher price than white counterparts.

The mineral is based on borosilicate calcium, as well as a small amount of potassium and sodium. It is considered to be a fragile pebble. If we evaluate its strength by a 10-point system, then it will occupy only the third place. This mineral has a density of 2.5 to 2.6 g / cm ³. The mineral can be easily dissolved in acid, so it is best not to experiment and avoid direct contact with various chemical agents.

Mineral is quite famous for its healing properties, because it contains calcium. The semi-precious stone howlite has the following qualities:

• allows you to get rid of pain in muscles, bones, joints;
• perfectly helps to forget about problems with teeth;
• provides the fastest healing at injuries, fractures, wounds;
• eliminates the lack of calcium and all possible effects, so it is great for pregnant women;
• helps to eliminate various problems that concern the heart, and also strengthens vascular walls;
• acts as a prevention of depression and stress;
• allows you to calm the person, to normalize his psychological state.

Govlit is a fairly well-known stone, which is often used by magicians and sorcerers, because it has a large spectrum of action. An interesting fact is that during rituals only white stones can be used. It is difficult to say why the pebbles should be of this color. Perhaps, snow-white minerals are welcome, as they are the personification of innocence, sincerity and purity. Mages are noted the power of this stone, because it allows you to prevent various disasters.

They are used by howlite, as it positively affects all people without exception. This is as follows:

• cleans the human mind;
• eliminates anxiety, excitement, anxiety;
• allows you to forget about aggression and bouts of rage.

He speaks quite often in front of the bed at night, since he can remember dreams. After magicians and sorcerers use it in the interpretation of dreams, they look to the future, make it better. Do not forget that howlite is well suited to students. It allows you to better memorize new information, contributes to better learning. You can tell how simple it is to put it in your hand or pocket, or to put it on yourself as an ornament.

Many go to exams only with this mineral. He brings help from howlite and on serious interviews, because he will allow to reveal you as an erudite, responsible, purposeful person.

Govlit is a semi-precious mineral that is characterized by purity and positive energy. But it cannot be said that it fits all signs of the zodiac without exception. You should not wear it to people born under the constellation:

• Aries;
• Leo;
• Sagittarius.

This stone is suitable for representatives of the following signs:

• Capricorn;
• Taurus;
• Virgo;
• Scorpio.

Its presence will saturate life with energy.Stone will achieve all your goals. If we talk about the remaining signs of the zodiac, it is worth noting that he acts on them neutrally. Quite often, howlite is chosen not by the zodiac constellation, but by name. It is an ideal acquisition for girls and women named Nina, Julia, Vera. If we consider the stronger sex, it is worth noting Dmitry, Elisha and Makar. The stone will decorate life, add fun and joy.

Glit is often used to make fakes. Since it can easily be painted in different colors, charlatans give it away for similar minerals: coral, turquoise. It is quite difficult even for specialists to distinguish howlite blue from turquoise. Outwardly, they are identical, but the composition, as well as the physical and therapeutic properties, respectively, differ.

But even a simple person can see the difference between semi-precious govlit and turquoise. To do this, you need to gently use your finger to scrape the paint. If you manage to scratch a pebble, then you are definitely not in turquoise - they want to deceive you by pulling much more money out of you than the mineral actually costs. The downside is that not every person will want to spoil the newly acquired decoration, but the product in the window will surely not be anyone to scratch.. It is worth guarding if there are big stones in front of you, - real turquoise does not have similar dimensions. In addition, a porcelain shine, not inherent in turquoise, is characteristic of a govlit. And one more hint: if you look at the stone with a magnifying glass, then howlite will consist of small crystals, but turquoise will not.

Govlit requires special care and storage to please with its amazing appearance, brilliance and beauty. It is necessary to adhere to the following rules for the care and storage of govlita:

• jewelry is worth washing pretty neat;
• for washing it is worth using a soft brush and water with dissolved liquid soap;
• protect the mineral from various chemicals;
• it is necessary to protect the stone from direct sunlight;
• it is better to keep a pebble in a bag or a closed bag;
• cleaning products can be made by means that do not contain alcohol;
• in order to preserve the brilliance of the mineral, it is worth performing cleaning no more than 1-2 times a month.

Govlit is an amazing semi-precious mineral created by nature itself. Primordial pebble attracts attention with elegance and beauty. It is endowed with many wonderful properties, therefore it is used for various purposes.

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