Features and properties of black sapphires

Among the many fancy stones, the most mysterious and spectacular is the black sapphire. The unique crystal has a budget price, but at the same time it is highly valued by jewelry lovers for its beautiful inclusions, noble shine and unusual play of color. This mineral of the corundum family is credited with mystical and healing properties, the ability to protect the wearer from black magic and failures.

The largest deposits of sapphires are found in Australia. The dark, non-greasy stones are known as corundum. They belong to precious crystals of the middle price category. In the jewelry market, in 80% of cases, green emeralds or red rubies are presented, and light blue pebbles with light overflows are not uncommon. However, the most exquisite are the black representatives of the corundum genus, which are cut using the "trillion" technique.

Their exotic color is due to their high content of several chemical compounds:

• gland;
• aluminum oxide;
• titanium.

Black sapphire is rare in nature and surprises with its unusual overflow of shades. In the light, it plays with colors from dark green to dark blue, in the sunlight it acquires a deep color scheme with blue.

The black and blue tint and bright tints of sapphire are due to the high content of iron oxide. Among the features of the pebble are numerous disseminations of rutile needles, which, when the light rays are broken, form pointed stars. Therefore, it is sometimes called "star gem". It seems to play in the rays, making even a simple piece of silver jewelry exquisite. This feature affects the price of a stone, increasing its value in proportion to the number of inclusions.

In Chinese practice, black sapphires are unique stones that combine masculine and feminine principles. Their properties are influenced by the simultaneous influence of the planets Venus and Mars, the generation of Yin and Yang energy.

According to magicians and fortune-tellers, a beautiful stone has powerful power. They used to be decorated with crowns and scepters, believing that black sapphire will help ward off envy, give wisdom and facilitate making difficult decisions. Due to such properties, it is often recommended to use it as a talisman, it is suggested to insert it into your favorite ring or pendant.

The magical properties of the stone:

• assistance in gaining material stability;
• removal of negativity - the stone does not allow blues and despondency to influence a person's mood;
• giving confidence and inner peace;
• protection from misfortune, accidental injury and accidents;
• assistance in finding peace of mind during a period of strong emotional experiences and stress;
• assistance in the development of mental abilities, memorization of a large amount of information.

Many practitioners of magic believe that black sapphire helps its owner recognize lies. Therefore, it is recommended to take it to important negotiations, to wear it constantly during the development of a project with new partners. This will prevent financial losses and setbacks, timely stop from a wrong step or an incorrect decision.

Many natural stones have healing properties. They are able to transfer energy to a person, absorb negativity and painful sensations. During the hospital stay and preparation for the operation, wearing sapphire helps to relieve anxiety and anxiety, and facilitates the rehabilitation period. Supporters of crystal therapy and lithotherapy suggest treating the following diseases and pathologies with it:

• drops in blood pressure;
• sleep disturbances;
• frequent colds, hypothermia;
• upper respiratory tract diseases;
• myopia and cataracts;
• problems with the nervous system;
• asthma;
• severe back pain on the background of osteochondrosis.

Some experts in the field of non-traditional therapies recommend wearing black sapphire for people who are struggling with cancer. They believe that the disease is associated with black magic and damage directed at a person. Therefore, the crystal will support the patient, give him moral strength and fortitude.

Supporters of stone treatment believe that when worn for a long time, black sapphire begins to absorb disease and negativity. For the owner, who has a pure and selfless soul, he becomes a real helper. However, the acquisition of such a decoration can provoke the transfer of information and project disease onto a new host. Therefore, before buying, it is better to check the history of the product, find out the fate of its predecessor.

When choosing any stone, it is recommended to pay attention to the correspondence of the crystal to its astrological sign. Astrologers warn that a beautiful crystal can only be worn by strong people and certain zodiac signs. Consider who suits black sapphire.

• Aquarians... People of this type are characterized by strong emotionality and incontinence. Wearing jewelry with a star stone normalizes the state of mind and prevents impulsive acts. The person becomes calmer, feels confident in actions and actions. During a period of career growth or with increased stress, this is an excellent support on a subconscious level.

• Sagittarius... The fire sign is distinguished by a tendency to make spontaneous decisions, which leads to the loss of finances and participation in dangerous adventures. The talisman teaches you to be calm and calculated in any situation. When working on large-scale projects, people become more coordinated and act in a balanced manner.

Black sapphire makes the fairer sex more attractive in the eyes of men, protects “real” friends from envy. But it is not recommended to wear it for Capricorns and Taurus. The representatives of these constellations, due to the action of the stone, may increase suspiciousness, the number of stupid acts and conversations.

So that the stone does not lose its noble appearance and shine, it is necessary to carefully care for the products. Basic advice from jewelers:

• for jewelry with sapphires, a separate compartment should be allocated in the box, lined with soft velvet or velveteen;
• do not leave products in direct sunlight;
• be sure to remove the ring or ring before washing your hands or dishes.

To clean and remove oily sheen, you can use tooth powder. It is diluted according to the state of the gruel, gently rubbed into the surface of the sapphire. After the end of the procedure, the product is washed under running water, left to dry on a soft towel.

To enhance the shine of the stone after wearing the jewelry for a long time, experts recommend cleansing with ammonia. To do this, dilute a spoonful of the drug in 200 ml of plain water, leave the jewelry for 15 minutes.

The democratic price of black sapphires will allow anyone to purchase them. The main thing in this business is to choose quality and genuine products. A simple test will help you distinguish a real black sapphire from an artificial fake. The stone is characterized by an amazing density, so it is almost impossible to scratch or split it. A noble crystal, decorated in a cabochon or trillion cut, will complement the collection of exclusive jewelry, emphasize the character and status of the owner.

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