Chrysoberyl can be painted in a wide range of shades of green - from pale green, yellowish to brownish. The variety of shades of the mineral is due to the fact that chromium and oxide iron replace part of aluminum, and ferrous iron replaces part of beryllium. Also, sometimes in the composition of Chrysoberyl meets Titan. These foreign impurities also give such a variety of shades to this mineral. The most common sample has a pale yellowish green color, this shade of Chrysoberyl has acquired through iron and chromium. In this case, chrome gives a greenish color to the stone. Element of beryllium is rather rare in nature. In addition to chrysoberyl, beryllium is found in such stones as gambergite, beryllonite, phenakite, euclase. Its name is the element Beryllium received from the gemstone beryl.
Deposits of chrysoberyl. Chrysoberyl creates inclusions in mica shales and granite. Occurs in contact-pneumatolytic formations in association with phenacite, apatite, beryl, fluorite and other minerals. Chrysoberyl also occurs in pegmatite veins. The most famous deposits are in Minas Gerais (Brazil). Chrysoberyl is found in aluminum deposits in Ceylon, and on the island of Madagascar.
It was also found in deposits in the form of druses and crystals, in the Urals (Russia), in Colorado (USA), Brazil (Espirito Santo). On the surface of the earth's crust, chrysoberyl is stable and placers fall.
Application of chrysoberyl. This precious stone is rare in nature, very popular, because it has the effect of a cat's eye. The property is caused by the fact that the stone is cloudy. Chrysoberyl is rarely used in jewelry, although its hardness allows it. Chrysoberyl is colorless and pure if the stone meets its chemical formula. Such chrysoberyl is not very popular, because its refraction does not allow to compete with diamond, white sapphire and zircon. The most valuable are chrysoberyls, which have a good light game. Such stones are processed in the form of cabochons, the so-called "cat's eye"
The healing and magical properties of chrysoberyl
Medical properties. In ancient Russia, it was always believed that chrysoberyl helps a person avoid strong alcohol intoxication. In folk medicine, the opinion has developed that the properties of chrysoberyl are called upon to help treat scabies, leprosy and other skin diseases. According to the recommendations of eastern medicine, chrysoberyl or jewelry with it should be worn with increased nervous excitability. Mineral can also have a positive effect on heart disease, according to lithotherapists. Influence on the early recovery of concussion attributed to stones with a purple hue.
Magical properties. Chrysoberyl in the magic of ancient India was used as an amulet capable of giving a person the ability to understand the language of different animals. In Europe, they were wearing rings with this precious stone and believed that it helps a man to attract the attention of women.
The current magicians of practice believe that if you wear gold rings and rings with chrysoberyl, then luck will accompany business. Also chrysoberyl gives its master such qualities as: insight, intuition, making the right decisions. There is an opinion that a mineral is capable of giving harmony and peace to the human soul. To prevent major and minor worldly troubles, chrysoberyl is used as an amulet.
People who were born under the zodiacal sign of Cancer, are protected by chrysoberyl, they will get success in business and peace of mind from him.
Talismans and amulets. Chrysoberyl is a talisman for people who are engaged in scientific, social or commercial activities. For the mascot, the platinum or gold ring with chrysoberyl, which has undergone faceting, is most often used. The talisman in the form of a ring eliminates the negative influences caused by the envy of people, and also brings good luck in love affairs and everyday affairs.