In earlier times this stone was called rauchtopaz.But today he is known throughout the world as smoky quartz.
rauchtopaz most frequently found in the following color shades: golden-gray, brown, purple and black.And all the minerals have a transparent texture.Typically, the color saturation is enhanced stone from base to apex.Until now, scientists have not managed to identify the cause of a particular color of the mineral.They believe that the color of the stone depends on the degree of exposure.It is natural quartz in granites, where ever there is a small amount of radiation.However, a huge amount of minerals used in jewelry, artificially irradiated to produce a smoky tint.
deposits of this stone are known in Spain, Brazil, the US, Namibia, Madagascar, Germany, Russia and Japan.This type of quartz is found in nature in the form of crystals (translucent or transparent).Forming a magnificent beauty Druze and aggregates, they can reach very large sizes (up to one meter).Geologists have found crystals of smoky quartz, weighing more than two tons.This mineral is formed by hydrothermal method under high pressure with the assistance of the hot water solutions.
The structure of smoky quartz is similar to rock crystal, amethyst and citrine.It has long been observed that the stone has a property such as pleochroism, allowing it to change color from green to purple.When exposed to high temperatures (over 300 degrees) rauchtopaz may lose its unique smoky shade.
For decades the mineral is used in jewelry purposes.From this figure is produced, which are then inserted into the pendants, rings or cuffs.Smoky quartz - a relatively inexpensive and affordable gem.Amazingly beautiful mineral crystals are also used as decoration expositions in the Mineralogical Museum.
Properties
quartz stone has a truly amazing healing and magical qualities.Since ancient times, people believed that rauchtopaz able to save people from a variety of mental illnesses: depression, predisposition to suicide, obsessions.It is believed that smoky quartz can save you from drugs, alcohol and tobacco dependence.This stone has the ability to cure diseases of the musculoskeletal system, gastrointestinal tract, in addition, it restores the potency in men.
rauchtopaz is a powerful energy stone, which are often used in their rituals black magicians and psychics.It is believed that this mineral is able to attract the forces of evil and the souls of the dead people.It can help you predict the future and to conduct meditation sessions.
If rauchtopaz used only for good purposes, he is able to have a positive impact on its owner.It is believed that this stone can make a person stronger and more confident, helps to overcome various difficulties and obstacles on the path of life, endows energy happiness joy.In addition, the mineral has a unique ability to rid the body of toxins and wastes.And that's not all properties held by the quartz.
Mineral anciently used as amulets and talismans.It is believed that rauchtopaz can give its owner the age-old wisdom, get rid of anger, envy and bad thoughts, to strengthen the natural inclinations.
Suitable for this gem?
jewelry with quartz benefit is not all signs of the zodiac.The positive impact of this stone can affect only Libra and Scorpio.All other signs of the zodiac are advised to wear it only for medicinal purposes.Cancers at all the stone is contraindicated.
