The serpentine is a unique talisman that is not suitable for everyone. It is not a precious stone and its cost is relatively small, but it is widely used in the manufacture of jewelry and amulets. The mineral is able to cleanse the owner of unfavorable energy by absorbing it into itself.
History and origin
Archaeologists and historians agree that the serpentine has been known to people for more than 5 thousand years. In China, products made from this stone dated to the 1000rd century BC were found. Over XNUMX years ago, the Indians of Central and South America used processed serpentine for ritual purposes and as decorations.
In Europe, they began to process the coil relatively recently - in the 500th century. Among the alchemists and pharmacists of those times, there was a belief that this stone was able to enhance the effect of drugs. For this reason, the serpentine was widely used in the manufacture of pharmaceutical bottles, vessels and mortars. Because of this, XNUMX years ago in European countries, it received another name - an apothecary stone.
Since ancient times, magical properties have been attributed to the serpentine and legends have been composed about it.
The most ancient legend is associated with the biblical story of the Serpent-tempter and the apple of knowledge. Adam, having bitten off a piece from the apple imposed by Eve, choked on it, and the piece that flew out of his throat turned to stone, turning into serpentine - from the Latin word serpens - a snake.
Ural legends associate the appearance of the serpentine with the Great Poloz - serpents that guarded the gold and gems of the Ural Mountains. Following these legends, Poloz shed his skin, which eventually became hard and turned into placers of emerald color.
– “The hall of the cave was higher and more magnificent than the Faceted Chamber. The ceiling looked like a snail shell, twisted in an endless spiral. No architect from the Fryazhsky land could decorate the ceiling so marvelously and cover the walls with the finest stone lace. Marya asked who created this miracle. Babinov uncertainly answered that they speak differently. It’s as if the caves were dug by the Great Snake, which can exchange appearance with a person, but the essence of snakes is green and from his fiery breath an ordinary stone turns into a precious serpentine.
Lithotherapists believe that only sorcerers can use the magical properties of the stone. For an ordinary person, he will bring trials and temptations that can lead to trouble.
Mongolian legends about the serpentine tell of a serpentine creature named Olgoi-Khorkhoy, sometimes called a huge worm. The Mongols explain the elusiveness of the formidable reptile partly by the deadly essence of the creature, partly by the unparalleled ability to disguise. Sensing danger, the creature freezes, turning into a serpentine. But when people leave (either the cold weather passes, or the drought ends), Olgoi-Khorkhoy comes to life again.
And due to the similarity of the serpentine with the skin of a snake, people believed that it was able to enhance the effect of antidotes. Some peoples used it on their own against snake venom.
Stone deposits
Most often, the coil is mined in England, Hungary, Germany, India, Italy, New Zealand, the USA and Sweden.
In Russia, serpentine is mined in the Urals. In various fields, coils differ significantly in appearance. For example, Malyshevsky or Uchalinsky serpentine has mica inclusions that make the mineral more alive, souvenirs are made from it.
And at the Shabrovsky and Yuzhno-Shabrovsky deposits, located in the Chkalovsky district, 20-25 km south of the city of Yekaterinburg, the Shabrovsky coil is mined. Having a rich green with white stripes, which is most often used as a facing material.
physical properties
The mineral has high refractoriness, withstanding temperatures up to 600ºС, so it is often used in new technological developments.
| <font><font>Materials</font></font> | Description |
|---|---|
| Formula | X2-3Si2O5(OH)4 |
| Impurity | Hornblende, augite. |
| Hardness | 2,5 - 4 |
| Brilliance | Glassy, greasy, waxy. |
| Kink | Crustaceous. |
| Density | 2,2 - 2,9 g / cm³ |
| Transparency | Translucent at the edges, opaque. |
| Color | From dark to light green, yellowish green. |
The serpentine is involved in the creation of chrysolite asbestos, a material resistant to high temperatures. The soft structure of the coil has long been known. He was also called a tow. From it, threads and fibers are used to make jewelry.
Serpentine is a fairly cheap mineral due to its high abundance. The cost of an uncut stone varies from 0.2 to 1 euro.
For the manufacture of jewelry, craftsmen choose noble samples. They should have shine, silkiness, glow and pattern.
Mineral varieties
In nature, there are several varieties of serpentinite. Their names depend on the color, pattern structure and density.
- Bowenite. One of the varieties of the coil - has a pale green tint, it is translucent. There are instances even with a blue and yellowish tint. It has a second name - tangevaite. Differs in high hardness.
- Williamsit. It has a bluish-green tint. It is translucent and can be both light and dark shades.
- Ricolite. As a rule, bright green with pronounced characteristic stripes. There are gray and pale yellow tones.
- Vernantite. Dark green contains shiny veins of calcite in its structure and has a dark green color.
- Nigrescite. It has the darkest color, sometimes almost black.
- Retinolite. In addition to green, there are yellowish and honey tones. It has a resinous sheen. Because of these features, and acquired such a name.
- Serpentine. The most noble, having an even color of pale green. It is often confused with jade. These minerals are distinguished by their hardness: serpentinite is twice as soft as jade.
Healing properties
The coil is widely used in lithotherapy for the treatment of various ailments:
- getting rid of headaches and migraines;
- speedy recovery after a stroke or heart attack;
- treatment of wounds of various etiologies, fractures, dislocations, bruises, etc.;
- lowering blood pressure;
- with colds and infectious diseases, diseases of the kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, blood problems.
Water infused with Serpentine improves immunity, allows you to recover faster after surgery. It is also believed that the stone is able to multiply the effects of drugs. Due to this fact, it is possible to reduce the doses of unhealthy medications.
The magical properties of the stone
Unusual legends about the serpentine made it in demand in magical circles. Modern sorcerers love caskets made of this mineral, because if you put talismans in it, they are in some kind of energy safe, which will prevent them from losing their properties. There will be no external influence on them, because the serpentine absorbs everything negative.
Important! The coil is able to absorb all the surrounding negativity, so it needs to be cleaned regularly. To do this, just place it under running water for a while, and then blot it with a soft cloth.
It is believed that any person striving for self-knowledge needs to wear jewelry made of this stone or have some kind of interior item. Serpentine increases the desire to move forward, enhances the creative possibilities and research aspirations of a person.
It has a coil and dangerous properties. He is called the tempter according to the first legend of the Serpent. It can distract from the true goals, luring to the path of vice. If a person decides to conduct rituals with this mineral, he may be in the center of new trials. But having coped with them, a person will receive a very strong mineral in his use. Serpentine will become his slave, giving the powers of a shaman.
The stone should be constantly monitored. He has the character of a snake, hides and waits, but when a person is distracted, he strikes.
Talismans and charms
The gem has a powerful energy, so you need to wear it very carefully. Amulets, talismans and amulets with the Serpentine can be safely worn by people related to medicine, since the mineral has been considered a pharmaceutical stone since ancient times.
It is also recommended to wear:
- businessmen;
- politicians;
- athletes;
- people involved in the legal profession.
The stone will not only become an excellent protector, as it has strong protective properties, but it will also be able to fully reveal its creative potential and help the owner achieve heights in professional activities.
Amulets in the form of figurines and interior items will protect your home from uninvited guests with malicious intent, and will also become a wonderful decoration for any room.
Important note
The serpentine cannot be gifted. The stone has the ability to become attached to the owner and, if he gives it to someone, he can regard it as a betrayal. The energy of this stone is very high, and the serpentine is able to take revenge at a distance, already being betrayed by another owner. The only exception is the transfer of a stone by inheritance to a blood relative.
Although the Serpentine has great strength, it appreciates care. From what kind of care will be for him, his return will depend. The serpentine is able to cleanse all things around it from negativity, so a box made of this stone is ideal for storing jewelry, where they will be under reliable energy protection.
Summing up, it is worth noting that the serpentine is an absolutely unique mineral that is suitable for active people striving for self-development, improving the world and gaining new knowledge. Helps to achieve peace of mind, discover new talents, gives protection and peace of mind.
Few are familiar with the serpentine, as with a talisman. Its essence boils down to the fact that he must help the owner. It will contribute to the development of logic and intuition, as well as composure and important skills to stand up to competitors. In return, you just need to give the stone care, that is, proper care for it, and then it will faithfully serve and delight the eye with its beauty for a long time.
Compatibility with zodiac signs
The serpentine is a unique stone of the Earth and it is not suitable for everyone. With many signs of the zodiac, he behaves absolutely neutrally, while with others he clearly manifests himself.
As a zodiac amulet, it can be worn by everyone who is ready to overcome all the trials and life difficulties prepared for him.
Most of all it suits Virgos. The serpentine will help them discover new talents in themselves, sharpen their intuition and give creative inspiration. It goes well with the sign of Capricorn. He will endow people born under this constellation with dexterity and endurance.
- On the contrary, astrologers do not advise Cancers and Pisces to wear serpentine amulets. This stone will confront them with temptations that can lead to moral degradation;
- Aries will help to avoid people who are distinguished by their deceit. Aries have high energy from birth, and the stone will not suppress it. The person becomes calmer, nervousness and rudeness are less manifested;
- The stone will help Taurus to become more open, but will give an understanding with whom it is worth communicating and with whom not. In addition, the stone does not allow you to take risks once again, improves health and makes a person more attractive;
- Gemini who periodically wear a snake stone will become more self-confident. They will finally take a chance on new acquaintances, business, discoveries. Perhaps they decide to reconsider their established views and change their lifestyle;
- Lviv serpentine is able to make it more resistant and solid. In addition, they will gain confidence. Lions will be able to do many things in parallel, become more organized and purposeful;
- Libra's ever-changing mind will become more stable;
- For Scorpions, the stone will create a good atmosphere in order to embark on new major projects that a person did not dare to take before;
- Sagittarius will bring success and good luck;
- For Aquarius, the Serpent Stone will help discover new talents.
You should not wear it every day, so as not to harm yourself, if it is an amulet adjacent to the skin. Enough two days a week. If this is a pocket amulet, you can do it more often, but it’s still worth taking breaks.
Important! It is strictly contraindicated for uninitiated people to use the serpentine as an amulet!
Since the snake stone has long been called an apothecary stone, it is suitable as a talisman for people of medical specialties: paramedics, nurses, doctors and pharmacists.
Mineral Jewelry
The coil is widely used in the manufacture of jewelry and interior items. The wisdom of the snake is sealed in these products, which will always be with the owner.
Jewelry alloy with silvering often serves as a frame for earrings, bracelets and rings, so such products are budget-friendly in terms of their cost.
Graceful earrings framed in silver or cupronickel, a luxurious ring, an exquisite bracelet or necklace with a stone, beautiful beads will impress even the most capricious beauty.
Prices
The price of a stone depends on its quality and processing. Just mined mineral costs from 0.3 to 1 euro per 1 kg. The price of jewelry also depends on the quality of the gem, its processing and setting. A bracelet can be purchased for 5-11 euros, beads - from 15 euros, and a box - for 10-80 euros.
What else is used for
The serpentine is used not only by jewelers and finishers. It is used in other areas, for example, for landscape design. Garden paths covered with crumbs from such a mineral look very unusual. It is also used for decorating aquariums.
It is also used in the fire business, due to its high viscosity, fire resistance and fibrous structure, making heat-resistant chrysotile-asbestos from stone, which protects employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and hot shops.
How to distinguish a natural stone from a fake
The serpentine is a fairly common and inexpensive stone, but nevertheless, there is always a chance to purchase a plastic fake.
You need to know how to distinguish a real stone from a fake in order to avoid disappointment.
ATTENTION! Do not scratch the coil to verify its authenticity. The mineral is quite soft and can be easily damaged by a sharp object.
- The weight of the product should be analyzed. Natural stone will always be heavier than a plastic copy.
- It is necessary to carefully examine the mineral for the presence of a characteristic color - stripes, inclusions and spots.
- You can experiment with heating. Natural stone applied to the skin will heat up slowly, while plastic takes on the temperature of the human body very quickly. Serpentine lovers claim that if you hold the stone in your hand, you can feel a slight tingling sensation.
What stones are combined with
The serpentine is perfectly combined with such stones:
Care of stone products
In order for jewelry or amulets from the serpentine to please as long as possible, you should take care of them.
Stone products are not recommended to be worn daily. To care for products with this stone, you do not need to purchase special products, it is enough to periodically rinse it under running water for 15–20 minutes. The serpentine has the ability to absorb everything negative around it. Running water, flowing away, also takes away all the bad things that the stone has collected on itself. Simply immersing yourself in water will not help.
After rinsing, you just need to put the product on a clean surface until dry or blot with a clean cloth.
The stone should be protected from scratches and abrasions.
Interesting Facts
In different countries, you can learn a lot of interesting things about the Serpentine. For example, in China, they believe that if you place figures made of gemstones in different corners of the room, then there will be no quarrels and disagreements between those living in the house.
In Russia, in the Urals, in ancient times, people believed in the extraordinary power of stone, and in order for it to be transmitted to humans, fabric was made from mineral fibers and used for sewing clothes.
In Mongolia, to this day, they believe that the stone can protect even the most poisonous snakes from the poison, therefore, both adults and children wear amulets with the Serpentine.
In order for the stone to serve its owner properly, immediately after the acquisition, they hold it in their hands for some time to fill it with their energy, then set it aside for a month, but at the same time touch it daily. So the gem will fully connect with the energy of its owner.
It is also believed that if you put a mineral product on yourself with your right hand on a full moon, then its protective power will become most effective.
