Emerald is a category 1 precious beryl, rich green in color with a warm yellow or cold blue tint, included in the “luxury four” along with diamonds, sapphires, and rubies. It is considered a source of wealth, love and joyful enjoyment of life.
Powerful energy is associated with the power of well-being of the Universe, bestows wisdom, and protects from danger. The emerald stone's properties suit only nine constellations according to the zodiac sign: being under the auspices of Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun, and Venus, the crystal helps the wards of the three luminaries and friendly elements. Knowing how to use the power of green beryl, you can fly to the top of the world, become famous and happy. From ancient times to the 21st century, the mineral has been included in the collections of kings, movie stars and oligarchs.
Origin
Emeralds fell in love and began to be used as early as 4000 BC. e. Many traders were ready to give everything they had for the possession of such a stone. Emerald was considered a very beautiful and rare stone, which gave good luck to its owner and, according to the beliefs of ancient people, contributed to almost immortality.
In Egypt, emeralds were used in fortune telling and predictions - it was believed that they sharpen intuition and help achieve set goals. Cleopatra loved this stone very much, believing that it was given by Isis herself. Jewelry made from this stone was available only to noble people and was placed in the tomb with the dead.
In Russia, emerald was considered a very rare and precious stone that was available only to the elite, but in the 19th century a large deposit of emeralds was found, and it was thanks to this that they became available to people of average income. The beauty of emeralds was especially liked by those who lived in the north, as its hue was reminiscent of the northern lights.
Historical background on emeralds
The Greeks literally call emeralds “green stones.” Since ancient times, this gem has captivated the human eye and was extremely popular among people.
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Emerald acquired the status of the most revered gem in many countries of the world thanks to its strong mystical and healing abilities, as well as its visual attractiveness. The stone is especially revered by Muslims, because the color green is traditionally associated with Islam.
The Aztecs and Incas considered emeralds to be sacred minerals, which were worshiped along with deities.
The stone, presented as a gift, symbolized love and fidelity, and also promised to make its owner happier and more successful. Representatives of the fair sex believed that emerald would facilitate the process of childbirth.
The very first discoveries of the gem occurred in the Red Sea region. Emerald deposits were developed by the rulers of Ancient Egypt, and a very small part of the stone deposits has survived to this day.
Thanks to advanced modern technologies, it has become possible to create artificial emeralds, the characteristics of which are completely indistinguishable from natural ones. It is impossible to distinguish a real stone from a fake without special equipment, because the composition and other parameters of synthesized minerals are completely identical to natural ones.
Today, emeralds are used to create magnificent jewelry. Their cost is quite high due to the small amount of the mineral in nature.
The largest emerald in the world weighs 217.8 carats. It was discovered more than 300 years ago.
Zambian Emerald
In nature, this stone has an original cut reminiscent of birch leaves. It was this stone that inspired Bazhov to write his fairy tale. Finely patterned malachite is very beautiful and has a high value in the Urals, but today the reserves of malachite in this region have sharply decreased and this malachite has become very rare there.
Main deposits
Natural minerals of pure shades are rare - there are often black spots inside. 90% of supplies to the world market come from Colombian deposits, where minerals of the brightest shades of blue-green are mined.
The stones from the Zambian mines are light in color with a bluish tint; nuggets with a yellow tint are brought from Zimbabwe. The Ural mines are depleted; in the 21st century, emerald deposits are being developed in Australia, Norway, Madagascar, India and Pakistan. Geologists have noted that a Stellera dwarf flower always grows above beryl deposits - an indicator of precious treasures.
Zimbawean Emerald
The very minerals of this stone have a warm, apple-yellowish-green hue, which is considered rare among emeralds. This stone brings financial luck and is recommended for those who travel frequently or suffer from colds. This type of emerald is recommended to be worn by scientists and those engaged in mental activities.
Application area
This rare, exquisite mineral inspires jewelers to create luxurious jewelry - necklaces, earrings, rings. Professional esotericists purchase nuggets cut into a sphere to foresee the future in a grassy glow. The properties of emerald - heat resistance and good thermal conductivity - in the tips of solid-state lasers give incredibly accurate results. Smaragd is partially used in space instruments.
Brazilian Emerald
This emerald is lighter in color than other waters, but sometimes has a very beautiful rich turquoise hue. One of the most beautiful gems, which promotes composure, rationality of its owner, helps him gain wisdom, the stone promotes reasonable decisions, love and heightened intuition.
What to wear with an emerald ring
An emerald ring will harmoniously complement any look. It can be worn both in everyday life and on special occasions. This stone is very self-sufficient. There is no need to specially emphasize it. The ring can be worn under an elegant evening or cocktail dress or business suit. At the same time, it is better to keep your wardrobe and jewelry in the same style - wear a ring of a classic design with clothes of strict tailoring, but modern emerald rings and rings can be worn with the most daring outfits.
Emerald rings go perfectly with thin chains and bracelets, but you should avoid other massive jewelry. You should not wear a large set of jewelry at the same time. For example, if you have a set of ring, bracelet, earrings and chain, break it up and combine two pieces of jewelry, for example, a ring and a bracelet.
South African Emerald
This stone is characterized by some turbidity; in its color it resembles frozen green ice, drowning in dark water. These stones help protect against evil spirits, negative dreams, damage, the evil eye and poisons, even those of infectious origin. For some people, such stones bring good luck in business and creativity.
Artificial Emerald
Another name for this stone is hydrothermal. This emerald is created under artificial conditions, so it is not considered a fake. In terms of its properties, it is practically no different from a natural mineral; it is used in jewelry and has mystical and healing properties, like other stones.
Due to its inexpensive cost (compared to natural stones), it is often used in inexpensive jewelry, and its transparency and color intensity can be adjusted in the laboratory.
How to wear and care
Luxurious necklaces and long earrings with stones larger than 1 cm are worn at social events, receptions of high-status guests, and film festivals. Smaragd, surrounded by diamonds, suits mature, confident, sexy women. For young girls and mid-level office workers, silver stud earrings and thin platinum rings with minerals up to 1 carat are suitable. Precious beryl harmonizes with cool and white colors of clothing.
Clean jewelry once a month with a weak solution of soapy water and wipe with a cotton cloth. It is better to entrust the restoration of the oil layer to jewelers. At home, wipe the surface every six months with olive or peach oil.
Medicinal properties
Emerald helps normalize blood pressure and helps get rid of headaches. Emeralds are considered stones that can remove stones and treat diseases of the urinary system.
- Emeralds treat kidney stones and normalize the urinary system;
- This stone helps cope with vascular diseases;
- When worn regularly, emerald normalizes blood pressure;
- Water infused with emerald relieves symptoms of gastrointestinal diseases;
- This stone helps with colds;
- Promotes cardiovascular health;
- Minerals relieve joint pain.
Emerald stone: who is suitable according to the zodiac sign
If in a personal natal chart there is a weak position of Mercury in Pisces, Capricorn, Scorpio, and Venus is constrained by a position in Virgo and Capricorn, then sparkling beryl will support the planets, igniting the fire of passion, eloquence, and the desire to leave a memory for posterity with glorious achievements.
Emerald stone properties are suitable for honest, noble altruists. Even corresponding to the astrological sign of the zodiac, an envious owner who shows deceit and meanness will be mercilessly punished, returning the negative in full.
The Mercury vibrations of the magical mineral will support the 9 zodiac signs connected to friendly planets, helping to strengthen the positive qualities of character and attract missing benefits:
- Taurus - a ring on the middle finger will strengthen the will, protect against intriguers, grant beloved stability in relationships and financial income, and increase physical attractiveness.
- Gemini stones with a blue tint will calm a restless mind, give composure, and the ability to think quickly. make the right decisions, nonsense will be eliminated. The restless sign will finally begin to make the right decisions, stopping quarreling over trifles.
- Cancer – blue Zambian crystal will strengthen the aura, heal mental wounds, relieve excessive sensitivity, and impart optimism. Emotional outbursts will stop, optimism will appear, and the ability to create family happiness will appear.
- Leo - on the index finger will highlight the leadership principle, tempering the inflated ego, will give the love of others, helping to remain a cheerful, generous defender of the weak. Suddenly, a strong-willed life partner will appear nearby.
- Virgo - the amulet will support the career aspirations of men, helping to become charmingly charismatic, witty, earn millions, not forgetting about spiritual development. Women are awakened by an exorbitant thirst for self-improvement, which psychologically torments the owners. It is better for girls to wear jewelry for a couple of hours in the form of a tiara or earrings.
- Libra - trapiche, Brazilian star crystals materialize dreams of creative success; talismans are especially favorable for actors, artists, writers - they will help you live on positivity, inspiration, easily monetizing ideas.
- Sagittarius - bluish shades on the index finger will attract good luck, moderate impulsiveness, and replace rudeness with the art of diplomacy, warding off temptations. Material well-being will increase significantly.
- Aquarius – Colombian beryls will fill you with energy and cheerfulness. They will establish harmony of mental and physical desires, ward off misfortune and accidents, remove bad inclinations and talkativeness.
- Pisces will control empathy, intuition, and turn to clairvoyance. By focusing on the inner fire, emeralds will be able to love despite obstacles, achieve goals, getting rid of apathy and sadness.
The magic of emerald connects the wearer with the family chain, filling it with the power of the ancestors, allowing them to receive information from the Subtle World.
Magic properties
Emeralds were considered very expensive stones, which were used only by people of very noble classes - it was believed that they helped maintain power and achieve career success. In addition, emerald was considered a feminine stone that helped a woman reveal herself as a wife and mother, but in Kievan Rus it was recommended to be worn by women who had 3 or more children - it was believed that it was in such a situation that the properties of this stone were best revealed.
In addition, emerald was recommended for women to wear during pregnancy and childbirth - it was believed that this stone had an analgesic effect. This stone is recommended to be worn by Taurus, Gemini and Cancer; it has a less beneficial effect on other signs except Scorpio - Scorpios are better off not wearing this stone.
- Emerald has a disinfecting effect;
- Children of mothers who wore emerald will be healthy and hardy;
- Emeralds promote prophetic dreams and help protect against nightmares;
- The stone sharpens intuition;
- Helps women cope with love turmoil and betrayal of a loved one;
- This is the stone of creative people;
- Emerald promotes strong family relationships and reciprocal love and wisdom.
Colors and varieties
The characteristic green color, varying from light to dark herbaceous-coniferous shades, has become a household word, metaphorically denoting beauty and uniqueness in poetry and fiction.
The palette radiates with a blue, orange tint depending on the deposits and varieties of the crystal:
- Brazilian – light green-golden with a six-pointed star and a “cat’s eye” effect;
- Zimbabwean - small, the color of spring grass with a yellowish tint;
- Zambian - cold coniferous color with a blue sheen, two shades darker than Colombian, yellowness is rare;
- South African - cloudy green, light;
- Ural - saturated with chromium, iron, matte birch leaf color, often affected by black inclusions;
- South American "trapiche" - six light petals on a blackish background;
- Colombians are transparent, bright green, with a center marked by snowflakes shooting out six long rays.
Color directly affects the cost of jewelry. Juicy shades with defects are valued at 5-10 times more expensive than pale shades without cracks.
Emerald for women
This stone is recommended to be worn by those who suffer from toxicosis and premenstrual syndrome. It is especially recommended to wear jewelry with emerald for those who suffer from uterine pain and inflammatory diseases of the appendages.
- Emerald fights inflammation of the female genital area;
- Helps not to lose your head from falling in love;
- Promotes successful dating and marriage;
- Helps to attract the attention of men to a woman;
- Helps you make wise decisions;
- Promotes the development of female intuition;
- Promotes wisdom, helps to achieve success in your chosen business.
How to choose the right emerald ring
The authenticity of the stone is the main selection criterion. You should make purchases only in trusted stores that can confirm the quality with appropriate certificates. As for the shape of the jewelry, the size of the stone and other characteristics, it all depends on who the jewelry is intended for:
- if a girl has short fingers, preference should be given to rings with inserts in the shape of a pear or a drop;
- for chubby fingers, rings with asymmetry are suitable;
- if a girl has wide hands, choose rings with oval-cut emeralds;
- girls with short fingers should wear rings with small gems.
Emerald for men
For representatives of the stronger sex, such a stone helps awaken their creative abilities, independence and masculinity. It helps to translate prophetic dreams into reality and make wise and informed decisions.
- Emerald promotes wisdom and tranquility;
- Helps you achieve your career goals;
- Promotes prophetic dreams and awakens intuition;
- Helps get rid of damage, the evil eye and other negative effects;
- Helps overcome negative magical effects;
- Promotes creative self-realization and talent.
How to spot a fake
- Real stone has inclusions of various shapes - veins, vessels, artificial - no;
- If the stone is real, it is very heavy;
- Real stones, even with high transparency, have inclusions and cloudy areas, synthetics are homogeneous;
- The test tube with the product will indicate which stone is used, natural (nat) or grown in laboratory conditions (g-t);
- If an emerald has yellowish or brownish tones, it is not a natural stone.
Cleaning.
As a rule, emerald jewelry needs to be cleaned several times a year.
Some people take their jewelry to be cleaned by a professional, but you can also take care of it yourself. Just follow these instructions:
1. Use a soft microfiber cloth to remove oils and dirt accumulated on jewelry.
2. Fill a bowl with lukewarm water and add some mild soap to it. Place jewelry in soapy water.
3. Use a soft toothbrush or jewelry brush to clean the items. Make sure to use a brush to get into hard-to-reach areas and clean them completely.
4. Fill a second bowl with lukewarm water for rinsing. Immerse the products in it and check that the soap does not remain on the stone.
5. Dry your jewelry with a soft, clean microfiber towel. Once they are completely dry, they can be stored or worn again.
Do not use an ultrasonic cleaner on emerald jewelry. Also, avoid using jewelry cleaners.
Ultrasonic devices and jewelry cleaners will remove the oils on the stones and cause damage to them.
