Rubelite: Properties and Values, Varieties and Care

Many stories and legends are associated with rubellite. According to one of the ancient legends, this stone (or rather, decoration from it in the form of a vine) is taken out of hell. Its first owner was the Chaldean magician, who obtained rubellite fraudulently. Since then, he has been able to pass through time and space.

Rubelite is a semi-precious stone with a reddish-pink color. He owes his name to ruby, for which rubelite was taken for a long time. Such confusion is associated with an incredible visual resemblance of stones. Rubellite was first described by the scientist Richard Kirvanov in 1794. Since the XVIII century, the stone is used to decorate the wedding crowns of Russian monarchs. Today it belongs to the 2nd class gems.

The color palette of rubellite includes many shades of red - from pale pink to deep red with a purple glow. Color features affect its value. For example, a dark cherry shade is considered more valuable and expensive, it has its own name - Siberia. Rubelite has a brilliance that is especially noticeable on the edges of the stone.

The most famous variety of rubellite is a precious bunch of grapes stored in the Diamond Fund of Russia. Until the beginning of the 20th century, it was believed that the cluster was made of ruby, but academician A.Ye. Fersman proved that the crystal belongs to a variety of tourmaline, rubellite.

For the first time, a rubellite came to the European continent from India, from where sailors brought it. However, today it is mined around the world. The mineral fills quartz and pegmatite vein voids. As mineralogists note, if a rubellite appeared under the influence of high temperatures, then it will be dull and very dark, almost black. Light-colored rubellite appears under the influence of low temperatures, while its prismatic shape is shortened.

Often the mineral is found in ores that have a magmatic genesis. Due to the resistance of the stone to temperature effects (both high and low), moisture and mechanical influence, rubellites are often found in river beds, in mountain caves in the form of sediment, on gentle hills.

Today, the rubelite deposit is called Brazil, where the most valuable species are mined. One druse can weigh up to 4 tons, and the maximum length of the shoots is up to half a meter. On Elba Island, one of the most beautiful stones is mined, they were even given a special name, the Elbaits.

In Russia, rubellites are mined in Transbaikalia and the Urals. However, the Ural rubellite was especially common in the time of Peter I. Today this location is exhausted, the main - Transbaikalia. Finally, there are deposits of stone in America, Madagascar, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Africa.

Depending on the predominant shade in the mineral, the following types of it are distinguished:

• tourmaline red-violet with a lilac shade - Siberia;

• the blood-red tinged mineral is apirite;

• The ruby ​​red stone is a crimson shire;

• densely raspberry, rather berry, rubellite is called daurite.

As already mentioned, dark cherry minerals are the most valuable. Sure, they look like real rubies.

The value of the mineral depends on the color. Like any stone, it becomes a talisman only if the owner of the jewelry has a positive attitude and good thoughts.

The pinkish tint of the stone is due to the presence of manganese impurities in it. It has a density below the average (2.9-3.26 g / cm cube). The crystals are triangular, with rounded corners, shape. In nature, it occurs as a solitary formation or as growths-drusen (needle-like or radial-radiant).

With a sufficiently low density, the stone has increased strength - after processing it cannot be scratched. Rubelite has another interesting property - when heated, it attracts small pieces of paper.

The structure of rubellite can be matte or transparent. The second types of stones are valued higher and are used for jewelry (rings, pendants, earrings, head ornaments). Frosted stones usually become beads, elements of bracelets. Large matte minerals are used for imitations, interior items.

Stone helps its owner to get rid of internal fears and self-doubt. It is also considered a jewel that will allow a person to discover new opportunities for himself, see and discover his potential. The person whose amulet is rubellite, clearly sees the target and goes to it without exchanging for smaller and insignificant matters.

The stone also inspires, relieves from disappointments in life and love. He is able to literally breathe life into its owner, to achieve goals, when the forces are already running out. Often the energy concealed in a person gives impetus to action. It is a ruby ​​stone that allows you to make no mistake in your intentions, directs energy in the right direction.

The heavenly patron of the mineral is the planet Venus, and therefore rubellite helps in amorous affairs. If the stone is framed in gold, then such a decoration will attract a reciprocal love feeling into the life of its owner. Presented to a loved one as a gift, such decoration will help strengthen feelings, bring harmony, clarity and stability to relationships.

You can say that rubellite is a sedative stone. It relieves stress and gives peace of mind when experiencing and even severe nervous disorders. It is recommended to choose people who are at a crossroads, who have no one to ask for advice and support.

It is also believed that the stone protects against unequal exposure - slander, damage, witchcraft. The bright and attractive energy of rubellite makes him a talisman of public figures, as well as creative people.

According to Feng Shui the rubellite belongs to the element of fire, therefore in the house it is located in the southern sector. Meditation over a stone can nullify negative energy and charge with positive emotions. To do this, hold the stone at chest level, feeling like a pinkish cloud envelops everything around.

Rubelite is called a stone that can improve memory, relieve nightmares and normalize the background. In addition, it improves digestion, improves immunity, and has a positive effect on the state of the nervous system. The beneficial effect of the mineral extends to the work of the glands - primarily the endocrine system. In addition, it helps to improve metabolic processes in the body.

Bright-red rubellites improve the functioning of the urinary system. They also help with diseases of the cardiovascular and circulatory systems.Rubelite is considered primarily a man's stone, because it increases the potency, improves the health of the stronger sex.

Dark-colored jewels have a more pronounced effect on physical health, while light colored stones are associated with a person's mental and emotional sphere. The latter are recommended for fatigue, depression, distraction, sleep problems.

Rubelite is a gem of the zodiac air signs. The stone is most suitable for Libra men. He will give the owner confidence, courage, courage. Women Libra, thanks to rubellite, become more calm, aimed at creating family comfort. Scorpio stone will help gain sexual energy, confidence in their male strength. Leo and Aries, he will bring good health, fill life with the "right" energy.

Cancer stone will keep vigor and "cold mind" in difficult situations. It will help to manifest intuition and thereby avoid chaos. For Sagittarius, the mineral may be some kind of navigator, by which one can judge about the successful or not very successful outcome of the plan. The main thing - to learn how to properly "understand" the stone.

A suitable rubelite will also be for such zodiac signs as Sagittarius, Leo, Capricorn. For Lviv, by the way, rubellite is considered one of the most effective and powerful amulets. It must be worn on the body. In this case, the talisman will give help and support, spiritual strength and perseverance.

Strong spirit Taurus can rely on the stone - the mineral will help keep a clear mind, not suffer financial losses, to avoid fraudulent actions in relation to themselves. An important condition - you need to wear a stone on your hand, and only with pure thoughts.

A similar effect will have a rubellite on representatives of Pisces. In addition, protect its owner from gossip and bad thoughts. For aquarius, rubellite will help unlock the potential, will provide positive energy of creation, which will lead to an increase in material well-being.

But Gemini should wear rubellite with caution. In the best case, the stone will show neutral energy in relation to its owner. But if he has bad thoughts and intentions, then rubellite can cause harm.

Not recommended for stone and female Virgins. More precisely - the stone will be just an ornament that does not exhibit magical and healing properties. Virgo men are contraindicated. As a result of his wearing - character changes in the direction of imbalance, softness, capriciousness. Stone and Capricorn won't suit. No need to wear it or just keep it in the house.

Jewels with rubellite are recommended to be worn in the following cases:

• when exposed to stress, loss of strength, after a serious nervous tension - a rubellite bracelet or beads;
• for migraines, headaches - beads from this stone;
• in case of nightmares or, on the contrary, insomnia, it is recommended to put the rubellite under the pillow;
• in a love of discord and fading of feelings in the family - a ring with a reddish ruby ​​tourmaline (it should be worn on the index finger of the left hand).

Strong healing and magical properties have more rich in color minerals, framed in gold. However, if the jewelry fits a person, then a stone in silver can become a reliable amulet. An important point - the decoration with tourmaline is not recommended to wear constantly, without removing. This can cause a duality of perception of reality, "tear off" from the earth.

The hardest thing to fake tourmaline pink shade. When heated (this is how most imitations are created), it acquires a brown or uneven brown shade. Illumination will help to distinguish a fake - in case of strong light pink tourmaline becomes brownish. If this does not happen, then you have a fake.

When buying rubellite, it is important to pay attention to some parameters.

1. This stone is solid and durable, it can not be scratched. What can be said about fake.
2. It is necessary to slightly heat the rubellite, and then bring small sheets of paper to it. This stone will begin to attract them, fake is not under force.
3. As a rule, natural stone does not have an impeccable texture - one way or another there are inclusions inside it, tiny scratches.
4. You need to hold tourmaline in your hands. If it is immediately heated by heat, in front of you is not a real stone, but a fake.

Buying a rubellite, you should immediately buy a soft-walled cover for its storage. Despite the resistance to sunlight, this mineral is better to keep in the case. The important point is that you do not need to store the rubellite with other stones. More specifically, each stone must have its own separate place, since they all have different energetics.

If the stone is dusty, just wipe it with a cloth with soap and then rinse it under clean running water. To dry the stone should naturally. If this cleaning did not help, it is better to give it to the jewelry workshop. There, it will be cleaned and polished by professionals. It is unacceptable to resort to the use of aggressive or alkaline, as well as abrasive agents.

The varieties of tourmaline are discussed in the following video.