Heliotrope - origin and properties, who suits, decorations and price

Heliotrope is an amazing stone with a long history. Legends, myths and traditions from different countries describe the properties and abilities of the fossil. The gem was named by combining two words: turn and sun. People believed that the mineral was able to change the weather and cause the sun. The power of magic and sacredness conquered the ancients and remains an important attribute of modern shamans.

History and origin

“Turning over with the sun” - this is the name of this stone in a literal translation from Greek.

Heliotrope is known by different names in different cultures. Blood mineral sometimes sounds like blood jasper, bloodstone, meat agate, Stefan's stone, Eastern jasper. The origin story goes back to Mount Golgotha. Every Christian knows about it. Jesus Christ was crucified on a mountain, his blood dripped onto the ground covered with gray cobblestones.

They absorbed the life of God and changed. The stones became unusually beautiful according to the pattern of the upper layer. An interesting gem became revered by the priests. Items for the church and attributes of religious rituals were made from it. Candlesticks, figurines, talismans are found in temples.

A mineral interspersed with the blood of Christ is considered a strong amulet that can avoid the magic of black forces, get away from the spells of witches and witchcraft of shamans. Surprisingly, the gem was able to change its abilities over time. The blood mineral has become an attribute of witchcraft sessions.

Dark spirits subjugated the will of people, became slaves in their hands, fulfilling the wishes of sorcerers. Traditions tell about the strength and power of the heliotrope. Sometimes it acts instantly, in other situations slowly and gradually.

Crystal formations are obligatory for those in power. They tried to build planets with it, to look for a connection with the Cosmos. Royal seals, ancient gems were made from heliotrope, endowing them with the power of spirits. Sovereigns controlled not only people, but also natural phenomena.

This mineral has many more names due to the fact that it was found in different territories:

1. Blood stone. Spots on its surface, resembling blood, fill it with a special, even mystical meaning.
2. Jasper East or bloody. In the jewelry trade, the stone received such names due to its resemblance to jasper due to inclusions of red color, although it is not jasper.
3. stone plasma. Remarkable and interesting is the fact that this gem was discovered not only on Earth, but also on Mars. Exactly hematite makes this planet red. But significant differences were also revealed in the chemical components of the Martian plasma from the components of terrestrial origin.
4. Red or meat agate.
5. Babylon stone. The origin of this name comes from ancient times and is connected with the history of Babylon.
6. Stephan stone. The stone got its name after the deacon Stefan was beaten to death with stones flying from the hands of an unbelieving crowd. It is generally accepted that the bloody formations on the stone are an undying memory of the first great martyr.

Features of stone formation

Like most quartz, heliotrope is a mineral of volcanic origin. The formation of the stone occurs in effusive - lava flows.

The main conditions for its birth are: low temperatures and water. Magma erupting from volcanoes has a temperature of several thousand degrees.

At that moment, when it flows down the slopes of volcanoes and comes into contact with water, the temperature drops sharply. At these moments, heliotropes are formed in its voids.

That is why stones are often found on coastlines near volcanoes, or where active volcanoes used to be.

But the gem is formed not only in lava. Hydrothermal veins located in areas of volcanic activity are also suitable for its formation.

Heliotrope deposits

The first deposit is located in India. In Calcutta, the mine is already exhausted, the mines are empty, the extraction is completed, but the glory of the stone from India lives on. Many items are found in the world from the blood jasper of Calcutta. Gems are mined today in Russia, in the Urals. Gems are also mined in other territories:

• Brazil;
• USA;
• Egypt;
• Namibia;
• China;
• Australia.

There are also small deposits in Central Asia.

In nature, the rock is formed as torn octagons in shape. The edges of the pieces are torn and uneven. Rarely, the shape becomes rounded. The use of the gem has found its place in jewelry production and industry.

Physicochemical characteristics

Heliotrope is a type of chalcedony. The breed has no relation to jasper. The difference is easy to see under a microscope. This is a variety of quartz rocks with chalcedonic impurities.

Scientists believe that the rock appeared in the process of combining hot lava and water. Additional inclusions in quartz crystals give an unusual color and properties. In addition to chalcedony, iron, chlorite, celadonite, and amphibole can be found in the stone.

Index	Characterization
Formula	SiO2
Hardness	6,5–7 units on the Mohs scale.
Density	2,58 - 2,64 g / cm³
Colours	Dark green with red spots and stripes.
Brilliance	Glass.
Performing the shaping	Being polished.
fragility	Strong.
Structure	Heterogeneous.
Stability	Not exposed to hydrochloric acid.
Lack of processes	Does not give iridescence, does not have pleochroism.
Transparency	Opaque.

Properties do not change depending on the content and structure. The gem always shines beautifully and creates an original pattern of different flower transitions.

Chemical properties

From a chemical point of view, bloodstone is silicon dioxide with inclusions of hematite, which is the reason for the presence of bright red spots on a general dark background.

Numerous inclusions of celadonite are responsible for the main green color. The color of the mineral is unstable and, with prolonged exposure to sunlight, may lose its original saturation. The polished gem has a very beautiful glassy sheen.

Bloodstone is heterogeneous in its components:

• quartz from fine grains;
• the presence of chalcedonic formations;
• agate;
• the presence in the mineral of oxide and hydroxide derivatives of iron.

Heliotrope is resistant to hydrochloric acid, but it is still recommended to keep it away from chemicals.

Variety and possible colors

The stone in the photo looks like a scattering of multi-colored mother-of-pearl crystals of irregular shapes. Almost all possible shades can be found in one subject. Heliotrope beads look original. Each crystal has its own color. The peculiarity is that one can call the main tone, but the blotches of colors cannot be described. Bloodstains of various sizes are found in all colors of the rainbow. Scientists have identified the main varieties of the mineral:

1. Chalcedony. The main color of the breed is dark green. Spots of blood, burgundy, bright red and scarlet cross the green of the gem. The spots shine through from the inside, are located on the upper layer, cross the crystals, dividing it into parts.
2. Plasma. The green mineral casts gold, snow-white or brown spots. Nothing can be compared with a stone, it is so special and unique.

You can admire the colored placers of crystals for hours. Thin layers attract with transparency and nebula. The green tone changes to:

• blue;
• black;
• dark;
• bright;
• pale.

The quality of the breed depends on the saturation. The paler the greens and the fewer red spots, the worse the structure and the lower the cost.

The healing properties of heliotrope

A large number of ancient treatises contain information that heliotrope is able to almost instantly stop any bleeding.

Iron (iron oxide) is present in a certain amount in the mineral, therefore, in the very first records that were made by Mesopotamian doctors around the XNUMXrd century BC. there is information that the gem is able to cleanse the blood and kidneys of toxins and toxins.

This fact was confirmed a little later (this happened in the XNUMXth century) by Monardes, who told that the indigenous people of New Spain gave the stone a cut in the form of a heart in order to use it as an effective remedy for bleeding and open wounds.

The greatest effect was achieved when the stone was moistened with cold water, and then put into the right hand of the patient, and after a certain period of time, the stone was again lowered into cold water.

Healers of the Middle East and Medieval Europe added crushed mineral to egg white or honey. Such an unusual mixture was applied to tumors, hemorrhages, snake bites.

This tool effectively cleansed abscesses from putrefactive processes in just one day of use. It was believed that looking closely at this gem would also help to cope with eye diseases.

Modern scientists working in the field of lithotherapy attribute a wider range of properties to the stone.

It is generally accepted that the mineral really has powerful energy, is able to influence the cardiovascular system, accelerating metabolic processes in the body, saturating the tissues of the heart and blood vessels with useful substances.

It is recommended to apply heliotrope to all organs and patients who suffer from atherosclerosis and metabolic disorders.

Bloodstone has a positive effect on the immune system, stimulating the work of the body's immune systems.

It helps in the treatment of the genitourinary systems, has an analgesic effect during the menstrual cycle in women, cleanses the kidneys and bladder of toxins and toxins, and has a beneficial effect on the activity of all organs of the gastrointestinal tract.

And today, the mineral is recommended to be used for intestinal poisoning, to cleanse the circulatory system, treat hematopoietic processes, and also to increase hemoglobin.

Often, a stone is also used to get rid of psychological problems, for example, psychological infertility, as well as stress, overexertion of the body, and frequent depressive states.

Heliotrope is also called "mother's stone", as it has the ability to assist in building a relationship between a mother and her child.

stone magic

The magic stone heliotrope is able to influence a person. The gem enhances the magic of those conducting witchcraft sessions, helps to achieve the desired result in a complex rite. There is evidence of the significance of a Christian gem for a person.

The legends list the following powers:

• adds masculinity, determination and determination;
• enhances the intellectual activity of the brain, helps to quickly comprehend knowledge, broaden horizons;
• enhances the speed of memorization;
• changes a person's beliefs and worldviews.

With a fossil, the owner is not afraid of difficulties, goes boldly forward, achieving his goals. The solution of the most difficult problems passes quickly, obstacles cannot stop, they only add determination.

A special property of the gem is to distract from internal experiences and personal problems. Women are more likely to take advantage of these opportunities. They do not fall into depression, they begin to feel the world around them in a different way, it is easier to survive parting and betrayal of men. The gem directs to the goal, helps to understand the problem and choose the right path.

Magicians warn of the deceitfulness of the mineral. If you do not calculate your strength, the heliotrope can captivate with work, material wealth, money. A person will refuse happiness in the family, communication with friends.

One should be able to find a balance in magic and reality. Then you can be truly happy. Another danger threatens people who do not know what they want. Blood jasper leads them to a dead end, confuses and interferes. A person falls into a series of rash acts. Emotions are mixed with ambition. The owner becomes unbearable: a careerist, a businessman and a deceiver.

Jewelry with mineral

Natural stone becomes part of jewelry. Stone jewelry is beautiful and unusually original. Coloring will allow you to combine items with different styles of clothing. The jeweler will tell you which item is better to buy. The product range includes all types of jewelry:

• suspension;
• earrings;
• beads;
• bracelets.

The gem is combined with precious metals. Plays great against a silver background. It starts to shine and sparkle. Red drops with silver curves of the frames change the pattern, intensify the pattern and saturate the color.

Heliotrope allows you to create real masterpieces of art - decorations for interior design. Vases, key chains, rosaries, ashtrays, jewelry boxes will fit beautifully in apartments or offices, bring an unusual style and emphasize the individuality of the owner.

The price of products does not scare. The ornamental category of the breed will allow anyone to purchase the item they like. It all depends on the skill of the author of the work.

Jewelers try to arrange the crystal in such a way that the red spots stand out, are clearly visible and distinguishable.

Variety and possible colors

The stone in the photo looks like a scattering of multi-colored mother-of-pearl crystals of irregular shapes. Almost all possible shades can be found in one subject. Heliotrope beads look original. Each crystal has its own color. The peculiarity is that one can call the main tone, but the blotches of colors cannot be described. Bloodstains of various sizes are found in all colors of the rainbow. Scientists have identified the main varieties of the mineral:

1. Chalcedony. The main color of the breed is dark green. Spots of blood, burgundy, bright red and scarlet cross the green of the gem. The spots shine through from the inside, are located on the upper layer, cross the crystals, dividing it into parts.
2. Plasma. The green mineral casts gold, snow-white or brown spots. Nothing can be compared with a stone, it is so special and unique.

You can admire the colored placers of crystals for hours. Thin layers attract with transparency and nebula. The green tone changes to:

• blue;
• black;
• dark;
• bright;
• pale.

The quality of the breed depends on the saturation. The paler the greens and the fewer red spots, the worse the structure and the lower the cost.

How to distinguish a fake

The gem, amazing in color, has always dreamed of forging and selling as original, masters are scammers. It is believed that in this case there is no point. Heliotrope is inexpensive and of little value. But false traders are trying to sell cheap plastic on the market instead of a gem.

1. Check gloss. The radiance of the natural breed is amazingly beautiful. It is modest, changes when turning and hitting the rays of light. If there is no shine or it does not resemble a glass surface, it is a fake.
2. The correctness of the forms. It is difficult to find two parts of the material that completely repeat each other. The internal pattern and surface pattern, even on a small piece, is similar, but not identical. It is almost impossible to make stones identical in shape and color.

Masters warn that even paired objects are similar only with inattentive consideration. A detailed study of the figure will show their difference.

Care of stone products

Caring for mineral products is not difficult. But jewelry does not like to be thrown anywhere. You should have a box, box or bag for storage. You can damage the fasteners, metal cutting, insert surface. The stone may lose its attractiveness and luster over time. How to fix the situation:

1. Take a teaspoon of ammonia. It is diluted in a glass of warm water.
2. The heliotrope is placed in the solution, then removed and wiped with a soft cloth.

The gem is not afraid of temperature changes. It can be left on when hands are washed with soap. Do not impair the mineral and cosmetics. But this does not mean that care is not required at all. The attractiveness of objects and products can become worse from accidental mechanical damage, lying idle for a long time, being in a humid environment. Accuracy and care will leave the heliotrope in its original form.

heliotrope cost

This gem is a semi-precious metal, which is notable for its low cost, so anyone can buy it.

Inexpensive and jewelry with this stone, but their appearance simply captivates and attracts with its bright, unusual appearance. The price of a stone ranges from 1,5 to several hundred euros, depending on the size of the gem.

Compatibility with zodiac signs

Astrological properties have been studied by scientists. They checked how the heliotrope affects the constellations and to whom it suits. The heliotrope has a zodiac sign that can be considered a favorite, there are just signs that are different in compatibility, and those for which the gem is contraindicated.

Zodiac sign	The positive abilities of the mineral	Negative qualities
archers	Helps to change the emotional sphere of the owner. The violent disposition and sharp character inherent in the sign will begin to change. Sagittarians will stop quickly abandoning their plans, find a profession they like, and build a career.	It prevents you from finding your other half and starting a family. Relationships with the opposite sex will be almost impossible.
Aries	It will help to part with naivety. The owner will not feel sorry for himself. The owner will easily cope with feelings, begin to control emotions and gain self-confidence. Talisman for people of creative specialties.	It will add love, sensuality to the owner, but will begin to mix true and false relationships. Confusion can make the owner a womanizer.
Cancers	Creative owners of stones will become less melancholy. Cancers gain confidence, activity, optimism. The stone is the talisman of businessmen and people associated with economic professions.	Dooms to loneliness, divorce and quarrels with friends. Love will remain aloof, far from the owner of the gem.
Lions		Confuse in business, bring nervousness and confusion.
Taurus	Helps to become a philosopher.	It brings to life laziness and the desire to reason, not to work.
Scorpio	Soothes, relieves aggressiveness and irritation.	Makes a person unemotional, passive and sad.

The compatibility of the mineral, according to astrologers, is in the signs of the three planets and cosmic bodies: Venus, Saturn, Moon.

The gem turning the celestial body makes the owner a winner over himself, events and health. Changes in fate can be felt by a person who does not believe in magic. The power of natural formations has passed through the centuries, it is ridiculous and pointless to challenge the experience of entire generations. It is better to buy and test for yourself the power and healing properties of the gem.