Stone of justice and goodness Seraphinite - places of extraction, healing and magical properties, unique photo collection

History of the mineral

According to some sources, the mineral was first described in 1888 by the Russian mineralogist N.I. Koksharov in the scientific work “Materials for Mineralogy of Russia.” Other sources claim that W. Blake first described clinochlore and gave it the name. The scientific name comes from the Greek words klino - “tilt” and chloros - “green”. The stone was named so because of its color and because its crystals are tilted to the sides at different angles.

Type of mineral – Seraphinite

The use of clinochlore for jewelry purposes began only after the end of World War II, when it was popularly called seraphinite. It received this name because its iridescent fibers resemble the feathers of an angel.

There is a legend about the origin of seraphinite. According to it, one day the six-winged angel Seraphim learned about a girl in love who had been betrayed, and for the first time in his long existence he cried, because angels do not have the right to help mortals. On the ground, his tears turned into green crystals - clinochlore.

How to spot a fake

Unlike other minerals, seraphinite is rarely counterfeited. In any case, this is quite difficult to do. The pattern of angel wings cannot be repeated. Some craftsmen tried to use polymers as a base, which are much stronger than seraphinites. It's easy to check. The mineral itself is often passed off as jade. To avoid mistakes, you should carefully inspect the clinochlor before purchasing. There should be no defects on its surface. Cracks and fractures indicate carelessness during the extraction of the mineral. Knowing who Seraphinite is suitable for, you can make a valuable and original gift.

Place of Birth

• Original location: Brinton Quarry, West Chester, Westtown Township, PC. Pennsylvania, USA.
• Akhmatovskaya mine and Nikolae-Maximilianovskaya mine, near the village of Magnitka, South Ural, Russia.
• Korshunovskoye field, Irkutsk region, Russia.
• Karkadinsky mine, Verkh. Ufaley, Wed. Ural, Russia.
• Tilly-Foster Mine, Brewster, NY New York and Chester, NY Pennsylvania, USA.
• Berami, Madagascar.
• Spain.
• Switzerland.
• Austria.
• Greece.
• Japan.
• Poland.

Physical properties

Minerals are most often found in different shades of green - from olive to dark green. It is much less common to find clinochlore in a yellow, pink, lilac or grayish-white color. The fibrous pattern of seraphinite appears due to inclusions of manganese, aluminum and iron.

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Features of the mineral

Clinochlor is a complex silicate, the appearance of which is determined by its composition. Due to its unique and complex crystal lattice structure, it is capable of absorbing various spectra. This is evidenced by the gray and golden reflections reflected from the mineral after the sun's rays hit it. Seraphinite contains silicate compounds of iron, aluminum and manganese.

A distinctive feature of clinochlore is its pattern. It is formed by silvery inclusions. Finding two stones with the same pattern is quite difficult. It can have floral motifs, look like scales or cobwebs. The gem is resistant to alkalis and is highly resistant to acids. Jewelers process the stone using the cabochon technique.

The color range varies from greenish-bluish to olive and dark green. Minerologists were able to classify seraphinites by composition into the following varieties:

• kochubeites - contain a large amount of chromium, can be purple, pinkish and lilac;
• corundumphyllites – iron predominates among the available components;
• sheridanites – saturated with aluminum;
• ripidolites - they do not contain enough iron;
• Leuchtenbergites are yellowish, often colorless minerals.

Varieties of clinochlore

• Chromium clinochlore. The minerals are pinkish or purple in color and contain chromium. In the USSR it was also called kochubeit.

  
  Chromium clinochlore

• Nickel clinochlore. Seraphinite with high nickel content.

  
  Nickel clinochlore

• Corundumphyllite. Ferrous variety of mineral.

  
  Corundophyllite

• Pennine. Pseudo-trigonal variety of seraphinite.
• Sheridanite. A type of stone infused with aluminum. Sheridanite was first discovered in Wyoming, USA.
• Ripidolite. A low-iron variety of clinochlore. The colorless version is called leuchtenbergite.

Varieties

Kochubeit

Geologists have identified several varieties of seraphinite.

Kochubeite contains 4-11% chlorine. The stone was named in honor of Pyotr Kochubey, a famous Russian scientist. Kochubeite deposits are located in the Middle Urals in the Karkadinsky mine.

Due to the admixture of chlorine, the color is uncharacteristic for seraphinite - lilac-green.

Shades depend on lighting. In a room with fluorescent lamps, seraphinite plays with lilac tones. Under the sun's rays - greenish.

There are also samples of purple and soft pink.

Kemmererite

Kemmererite also has a high chromium content. Its color is deep purple. The stone was named in memory of the mining engineer Alexander Kemmerer.

Sheridanite

Another variety of seraphinite with a predominance of aluminum. The stone was named after the city of Sheridan (USA), where it was discovered. Sheridite has grayish tints.

Leuchtenbergite

Iron content is minimal. Therefore, the stone is light green in color with a yellow undertone. Geologists also found white samples.

The mineral was named in memory of the 19th century mining engineer Maximilian of Leuchtenberg.

Nickel clinochlore

The mineral contains nickel impurities. The color is greyish.

Healing capabilities of the stone

It is believed that seraphinite is capable of increasing a person’s immunity and resistance to disease, and in general, having a beneficial strengthening effect on the body and stimulating its regenerative processes.

The mineral can also ease the recovery period after surgery, speed up the healing of wounds and severe injuries. Constantly wearing products made from this stone helps to stop frequent headaches and severe migraines. The stone can reduce blood pressure.

They say that seraphinite is able to cure people from benign and malignant formations.

Clinochlor is also recommended for people who have problems with the nervous system. Traditional healers are convinced that seraphinite can cure mental illness. The stone can be used as an aid for meditation - you just have to look at the patterns on it for a long time every day.

This will relax, warm your soul and help get rid of anxiety and heavy thoughts. For meditation, it is better to take the mineral in the shape of a ball. What can you see in the intricate interweaving of lines on the stone: dense forests, high mountains, spacious fields, landscapes of the Motherland. Such a pastime will definitely quell melancholy.

Clinochlore in section

Looking at patterns on clinochlore can calm a very excited person. They, like sea waves or forest wilderness, draw in and drown out restless thoughts.

Women often wear this stone to stay young longer. Jewelry with a stone will act on the skin better than any of the modern anti-aging creams.

Medicinal properties

Seraphinite has a powerful healing effect. If the stone is used correctly, it will:

• strengthens the immune system;
• will accelerate the regeneration of damaged tissues;
• will eliminate severe headaches, help cope with migraines;
• stabilizes blood pressure;
• normalizes the state of the central nervous system;
• will slow down the development of malignant and benign formations;
• will relieve groundless anxiety and calm you down.

It should be noted that it has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects.

Clinochlor is recommended to be worn by people with a history of frequent respiratory system diseases.

Magic powers

Seraphinite has incredibly powerful energy that has a good effect on people. The mineral is able to enhance the charm and charisma of the person who wears jewelry with it. Magicians wear products with seraphinite in order to enjoy the respect and love of those around them.

A person influenced by the power of this stone is trusted, his opinion will be considered authoritative. Seraphinite amulets help shy and reserved people feel more comfortable in the company of other people.

The energy of clinochlore can positively influence a person and inspire him to make good changes in life. The lives of people wearing seraphinite products become richer and more interesting, and they themselves become kinder and happier. Seraphinite reveals in people such positive qualities as loyalty, justice, courage, mercy - it is not for nothing that the stone is nicknamed angelic.

Even if a person is desperate and mired in the abyss of negative thoughts, the mineral can awaken in him faith in a bright future and reveal the best sides of the soul. Clinochlor is perfect for representatives of professions that involve social activities, such as a teacher, educator, doctor, priest, monk.

Suspension

A seraphinite amulet is able to protect its owner from the evil eye, damage, the influence of bad people and bad intentions, and diseases. The talisman will also help develop psychic abilities, intuition and open the third eye. A person who possesses the mineral will succeed in self-knowledge and will begin to better understand his desires and goals.

The mineral will protect the house from thieves, and will also attract happiness, good luck, health to each family member and financial stability.

IMPORTANT! For the magic of clinochlor to work, you must believe in it.

The magic of mineral

The magical properties of seraphinite are known. It is used to create amulets to protect against troubles and health problems.

Seraphinite is an energetically strong crystal. Therefore, an amulet with a stone is given to young children. This amulet has a positive effect on character formation.

The crystal also changes the character of the adult owner for the better. It gets rid of stinginess, envy, greed, and constant dissatisfaction with life.

The amulet protects married couples. It helps maintain love in the family, has a beneficial effect on the atmosphere in the home, and protects against quarrels and misunderstandings. The mineral enhances affection, strengthens family ties, and returns warmth to relationships.

Seraphinite also improves financial situation and promotes the development of creative abilities.

Wear jewelry with clinochlore in difficult life situations. It will help you make the right decision and protect you from mistakes.

Clinochlor is recommended to be worn by public figures, volunteers, doctors, teachers and anyone involved in raising children.

Jewelry with clinochlore

• pendants with clinochlore can be found at prices ranging from 2,000 to 3,000 rubles;
• bracelets with seraphinite cost from 900 to 5,000 rubles;
• earrings with seraphinite are sold at prices ranging from 1,500 to 5,500 rubles;
• rings with a mineral can be found at prices ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 rubles;
• beads with clinochlore cost from 2000 to 4000 rubles;
• A seraphinite brooch can be found at prices ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 rubles.

The cost depends on the size and quality of stone processing. The lighter and paler the color of the seraphinite, the cheaper the cost of the product will be.

Story

Who became the discoverer of clinochlore is still debated. Russian mineralogist Nikolai Koksharov, who described the gem in 1888, and his American colleague Williams Blake are claiming this role.

The name reflects the configuration and color of the crystals, translated from Greek as “tilt” and “green.”

In Russia, people dubbed the stone seraphinite, which reflected the similarity of the fibrous structure to angel feathers.

Later, the term became a commercial brand: jewelry with “seraphinite” sold out faster than with “clinochlore”.

How to distinguish a real stone from a fake

The stone is quite rare and inexpensive, so it is not often counterfeited.

The natural mineral is characterized by a special pattern that resembles wings with a lot of feathers, frozen glass, thin lace or fern leaves. There is never such a pattern on fakes.

IMPORTANT! Natural seraphinite is soft. Counterfeits are usually made from polymer, which is much harder.

The mineral is also often used to imitate jade.

Let's heal, rejuvenate

An irresistible healing property for women and some men, the stone is rejuvenating. Not only the skin, which is most noticeable. Clinochlores accelerate tissue regeneration and strengthen the immune system.

Seraphinite is suitable for people with cardiovascular diseases.

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Take a stone and just admire it, the way you admired the clouds, the wing of a butterfly, or the flight of a dragonfly as a child. Such simple daily exposure will help with depression and lift your spirits.

How to wear the products

Seraphinite can be worn every day. It has beneficial powers and will only bring benefits to its owner. Jewelry with openwork silver frames, cabochon cuts and asymmetrical minerals looks most beautiful.

The most common products are in the form of brooches, beads and rings. It doesn’t matter which hand or finger you wear the ring on, clinochlore will still exhibit its magical properties.

Clinochlorite beads

Mineral looks great with classic evening suits, dark or soft shades. Stone products are ideal for those with green, blue, gray or black eyes.

Magic properties

The magical properties of the seraphinite stone extend to various areas of human life:

• It stimulates the business inclinations of the wearer and helps to find a professional field where a person fully realizes his abilities.
• If the owner is pure in thoughts and capable of compassion and helping others, clinochlor will always help good causes.
• Helps achieve inner harmony, distract from insignificant but annoying external factors (other people's anger, envy, slander).
• A gem with a divine name brings a person closer to bright, clear thinking and frees him from contradictory thoughts.

Caring for stone products

The mineral is very fragile and soft, so you should take care of it with great care. It is best to clean seraphinite with a soft special cloth or jewelry napkin soaked in warm soapy water.

IMPORTANT! Under no circumstances should you clean the stone using jewelry cleaning with ultrasound, steam, or aggressive agents. Do not leave clinochlor in water for a long time.

When the product is not being worn, it can be stored in some closed box, wrapped in soft fabric.

It is believed that in order for the stone to fully demonstrate its magical abilities, it must be charged. The mineral can be recharged within two weeks after purchase, depending on the strength of its owner. To do this, you need to frequently touch the clinochlore so that it is saturated with human energy and can return twice as much.

Seraphinite bracelet

You can also fumigate seraphinite with scented candles or sticks. Ideal scents for charging the stone are lavender, cedar and sage.

This fragile clinochlore

Products must be worn and cared for very carefully. The stone is very soft and fragile, mechanical stress can destroy the gem.

Contaminated jewelry and products are washed in warm running water and gently dried with a soft cloth. Store separately from other jewelry, in a bag made of thick and soft material.

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Compatibility with zodiac signs

• Aries wearing seraphinite products will have more joyful moments in their lives;
• Taurus will begin to experience more vivid sensations;
• Gemini will have the strength to resist fate;
• For Cancer, the mineral can give warmth to the soul;
• Leos will be able to isolate themselves from bad companies and wrong thoughts;
• Virgos will begin to experience tenderness and love;
• Libra will become smarter and more logical;
• For Scorpios, clinochlore can bring adventure;
• Sagittarius who own products made from this stone will be able to become more peaceful,
• Capricorns will fulfill their wishes;
• Aquarians will be able to educate themselves and move up the career ladder,
• The mineral can inspire Pisces.

Clinochlor is universal and compatible with all zodiac signs. He influences each of them extremely positively.

Origin story of Seraphinite

Legends point to this origin of the name of the gem. The stone owes its name to the unique surface characteristics with a complex pattern reminiscent of the feathers of wings. Devout people believed that the Seraphim fought battles in Heaven with the forces of evil, while losing pieces of their wings. They flow down to the ground and turn into minerals of amazing beauty.

But officially this stone is called Klinochlor, which is translated from the Greek word “clinochloros” meaning “striving for greenery.” The year of its opening is 1851. It was then that Seraphinite was described by the famous Russian scientist mineralogist Koksharov and named clinochlore, although this is not entirely correct, since Seraphinite is one of the varieties of this mineral, along with pennine, corundophyllite, sheridanite and rhipidolite. There is information that the name of this stone “Clinochror” first came from the mouth of the American scientist W. Blake at the end of the 18th century.

Compatibility of clinochlore stone with names

The stone will have a beneficial effect on the owner, regardless of what name it bears.

Clinochlore is a beautiful stone with a pleasant appearance and remarkable properties. It is quite rare, but can be a wonderful decoration for a home or person. If the owner is open-minded enough and believes, then he will definitely not regret purchasing a product made from this mineral.

Photo gallery of stone

Description of seraphinite

The stone was originally called clinochlore. The name comes from the Greek words “klinos” and “chloros”, which translates as “beveled green”. After the mineral was discovered, it was not popular among jewelers and ordinary people. It appealed exclusively to collectors. The gem received due attention only in the 19th century, when the need arose to replace expensive malachite and emerald with other stones. At this time, clinochlore was renamed seraphinite. This gem is opaque and quite fragile. Because of this, it is not very popular with jewelry makers, since it requires a careful attitude towards oneself, since even slight damage can provoke the occurrence of cracks.

As for the color, it is always green. However, the stone changes shade depending on the lighting. One of the features of seraphinite that distinguishes it from other gems is its unusual pattern. Sometimes it resembles a web, it can look like the wings of a butterfly, or the iris of the eye.

How is it used?

In jewelry, silver is more often used to frame a gem.
Since the extraction of the gem is carried out in small quantities, craftsmen make small objects from it, for example, rosaries, talismans in the form of animal figures. If we talk about jewelry, then seraphinite is often found in silver jewelry. You can purchase pendants, earrings or bracelets. In addition to making accessories and amulets from the stone, it is also used in practical magic, as well as healing.

Where is it mined?

Seraphinite mining is carried out mainly in Russia, near Lake Baikal. You can also find it in the Urals, Chelyabinsk and Yekaterinburg regions. It is extremely rare to find it in other countries. In addition to the Russian Federation, stone is mined in the following corners of the planet:

• Spain;
• Japan;
• Switzerland;
• Korea.