Prehnite: the meaning and properties of the stone
Prehnite stone has been known not so long ago, but products made from it are in rather great demand not only among women, but also among men. They are credited with magical and medicinal properties. From this beloved stone, beautiful, unusual jewelry is made, as well as decorative items that have a special luxury and attractiveness.
Description
Prehnite refers to silicates - these are minerals that contain silicon dioxide (a combination of this substance with oxygen). This stone is quite hard, but it is plastic and fragile. For example, it does not tolerate the neighborhood of open fire and high temperatures - from their influence, it begins to melt. You also need to avoid contact with the mineral hydrochloric acid, otherwise the mineral will decompose.
The stone has a beautiful mother-of-pearl shine and seems to glow from the inside, resembling the shine of the sun. Perhaps this is partly due to the positive meaning attributed to prenite products.
In nature, there are several shades of this mineral, namely:
- light green;
- White;
- yellow-green;
- yellow brown;
- gray-green.
The cost of prehnite is low, so it is not often used in jewelry production. The reason is that the stone belongs to the third order of precious rocks. There are three types of mineral. It can be translucent, translucent and transparent. The latter is considered the rarest species, therefore it is valued much higher.
Origin story
The stone was first found by the Danish navigator, Captain Hendrik von Preneh, who discovered prehnite at the Cape of Good Hope during one of his voyages.The captain, despite his fascination with various stones, did not realize that he had made a new discovery in this area.
The mineral enjoyed a fairly wide popularity, which began to decline only by the twentieth century. But in the seventies, when a new deposit of this stone was discovered in Australia, interest in it increased again. Australian prehnite is distinguished by its purity and high quality, which has provided it with a strong position in the jewelry market.
Now prenite products are again widely popular. Thanks to modern technologies, the newest methods of processing a precious stone have appeared, giving it one form or another, which gives wider possibilities of using the mineral.
Place of Birth
Currently, stone deposits can be found in the following countries:
- The United States of America;
- Australia;
- China;
- Scotland;
- South Africa;
- Austria;
- Germany;
- France.
The Australian mineral is considered to be of the highest quality. Its reserves on this continent are much richer than in all other deposits.
Healing and magical properties
The mineral prehnite is considered a healing stone that can help with many diseases. The positive effect of jewelry with this stone is noted for the following diseases:
- anemia;
- frostbite;
- gout;
- kidney failure;
- kidney stones;
- tumor formations.
Prehnite can also strengthen human immunity, improve the functioning of the endocrine system of the body. In order for the stone to help, products with it should be located in close proximity to the problematic human organs.
It is not recommended to wear jewelry with prehnite for a long time - it is enough to put them on for several hours and then take them off. This approach will give the stone an opportunity to "recharge", and the body - to take a break from the effects of the described mineral. It is important to correctly identify the sore spot of a person and place the mineral exactly where it is needed, otherwise it will not have the expected effect and will not help in the treatment of the disease.
In addition to its healing characteristics, magical power is also attributed to prenith. Many magicians recognize it as one of the most powerful stones. It is believed that he is able to help make an astral journey, find out the hidden secrets, the secrets of the past, and this applies not only to the present life, but also to all the previous ones.
An amulet with prehnite will help a person who wants to know the future, to receive information with the help of prophetic dreams. If you wear a pendant with this stone around your neck, you can protect your inner strengths and talents from wasting them. In addition, the pendant will help create a harmonious relationship with nature, higher powers and will open up new, hidden abilities of the mind.
This stone is often used by women - it helps them to become more self-confident, charming, more attractive. Wearing prehnite jewelry can attract the attention of men. For example, earrings contribute to the creation of a strong family and the birth of a child, a bracelet - establishing relationships with relatives, solving family problems.
If you give a product with this stone to a child or teenager, then the mineral will help him choose the right path in life, decide on his future profession.
Prehnite helps to find unity with the outside world, peace of mind. For people who are fond of meditation, who love outdoor recreation, nature, this stone will give harmony. On a long journey, the mineral will support strength, reveal hidden reserves of energy and help to move the road easier.
Experts consider this stone a source of positive energy. There was no negative impact on a particular zodiac sign. A possible reason for this may be in the physical properties of prehnite - its sunshine coming from the inside of the stone has a bewitching effect on a person and attracts attention. Probably it is this glow creates a positive attitude, improves mood, relieves depression and stress.
Who is it suitable for?
There is no exact answer to the question of which sign of the zodiac prehnite is suitable. Due to the special properties of such a mineral, representatives of almost all signs can use it. Cancers are an exception - under the influence of this stone, they can become even more withdrawn and unsociable.
The stone has a different effect on representatives of different elements.
- Air. This element includes Libra, Aquarius and Gemini. Prehnite will help them find a second half.
- Earth element. Virgo will receive protection from diseases, Capricorn and Taurus will get rid of enemies.
- Fire element... Aries, Leo and Sagittarius will gain the ability to distinguish truth from falsehood, become more perspicacious, and begin to analyze certain events in their lives.
- Water... All representatives of this element under the influence of prenite will be able to get rid of negative emotions, depression, stress, get a positive attitude, a comfortable mental and emotional state.
At the same time, the gender of the owner of the jewelry with prenite does not matter - he is able to help both men and women. Only the influence in each case will be different. Often, the effect of a particular mineral is determined by the zodiac sign, the symbol of the year of birth, the gender of the person who wears the jewelry, and before choosing an accessory, you need to carefully study all these nuances so that the selected stone works exactly as the owner needs.
Such difficulties do not arise with prehnite - it is equally good for representatives of any elements. The only thing to consider is the type of decoration. Beads, earrings, bracelet, pendant - each of these products will work in its own way and bring something of its own into the life of the owner.
How to distinguish from fake and other stones?
Prehnite is often confused with stones such as chrysolite or chrysoprase. In addition, the popularity of the mineral and the wide demand for it have led to the emergence of a large number of counterfeits. They may look no worse than the original, but they do not have the healing properties inherent in a real stone.
Determining the authenticity of a mineral is quite simple. To do this, you need to bring an open fire to it - real prehnite will begin to melt and become white. The hue of the mass obtained by melting may also have a yellowish color.
Application
Prehnite became widespread. Products made from it are popular due to the unusual color and internal glow that is inherent in this stone. The mineral is used to make not only jewelry (earrings, rings, bracelets, necklaces), but also decorative items. All kinds of vases, figurines, prehnite figurines have an attractive appearance and the ability to have a beneficial effect not only on a person, but also on the microclimate and atmosphere in his house.
Most often, the Australian stone is used. Its purity and high quality minimizes processing, which means it allows you to preserve the original beauty of the mineral and convey it to the product. Prehnite's soft glow and pleasant green color can reduce eye strain. It is enough to look at this stone for a few minutes to feel how the eyes “rest”, discomfort disappears, some unpleasant sensations caused by long work, for example, at the computer.
Prenite products can be called versatile - they fit well into any style. Depending on the configuration, size, shape of the decoration, it looks harmoniously in the classic style, avant-garde, boho.
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