Hyacinth is a gem. It is very common today in various jewelry. The mineral has many healing properties and has several beautiful shades. In this article, we will consider the properties of a hyacinth stone, who suits it, what other issues look like.
Appearance
Not everyone knows this stone. He is incredibly beautiful, while shrouded in magic, mystical secrets. Interesting legends formed about the hyacinth gemstone, treating it as the strongest mineral. Its name also belongs to the flower, however, it differs from the plant very much. Especially with its unique coloring.
Hyacinth is a precious stone; it is a composition of a variety of zircon. The shade of hyacinth can be dark red, light yellow and brown. If you compare it with other stones, you might think that it is yellow sapphire or garnet with a soft brown tint.
If it is subjected to heat treatment, it changes its color completely, becoming transparent at the same time. And such hyacinth visually resembles a diamond.
In nature, you can also find hyacinth stone (photos are presented in the article) of a blue hue, however, it is very rare. A blue pebble will be one in many hundreds of “redheads”. People in ancient times learned to burn this mineral so that it becomes a cornflower hue. Modern jewelry companies do the same, trying to replace other stones with hyacinth.
When purchasing jewelry with a hyacinth stone, demand a certificate of quality, otherwise the risk is high to buy a fake for a lot of money.
Hyacinth is a mineral with a high density (hardness). This makes it possible to work with it with diamond cutting. The largest deposits of stone are currently located in Ceylon, Madagascar, Australia and Thailand.
History and Modernity
The eternal popularity of the mineral equated it with emerald. Previously, the ring, in which there was a large stone hyacinth, was an indispensable accessory and a distinctive sign of the Mediterranean money changers and merchants. There was an opinion that it shines brighter, and its shade is more saturated, the more honest its owner.
Fatal brunettes wore hyacinths in modest jewelry and luxurious headsets. The stone goes well with dark hair, dark skin, brown eyes. Even poor girls dreamed of getting hold of hyacinth decorations, since it was believed that the stone helps to find a narrowed one.
The magical properties of hyacinth
This mineral has long been considered a symbol of wisdom. The rings were worn by men, elders and warriors. It was believed that hyacinth to its owner brings good luck and gives constancy. In addition to young people, the stone was also worn by women to whom it brought harmony and happiness.
There are ancient legends that tell that hyacinth can protect its owner from accidents and illnesses. Such diseases included terrible ailments, such as ulcers, plague. He protected him from wounds and lightning striking a person.
The next property of the mineral is to arouse empathy in people. It helps to make the soul of a person more peaceful, joyful and calm. In addition, it is believed that the contemplation of the mineral can quench thirst. Some believe that the stone responds well to the weather, and may also portend a thunderstorm.
The stone is considered favorable for those who are on the road and travels frequently. He will protect the wanderer from possible encounters with evil, bad people. Also, a person who owns hyacinth is always welcome in any house.
The unique properties of a hyacinth stone are capable of improving a person’s intellectual abilities, it makes it possible for his master to “reach out” for knowledge and always want to study science, learn, develop. The bright color of the mineral can also completely dispel human melancholy, apathy and depressive mood.
Hyacinth to its owner "gives" a feeling of confidence in their own abilities and themselves. In addition, the stone helps ensure that a person avoids fraud.
Healing properties
Natural stone hyacinth has some healing properties. Of these, the following should be distinguished:
- a stone can pacify the soul, which means that its owner can give peace of mind, improve sleep, relieve insomnia and nightmares;
- improvement of the owner’s vision, for which the stone should be worn on the body;
- if the stone is periodically applied to the wound, it will contribute to its speedy healing;
- the positive properties of the mineral also favorably affect the functioning of the digestive system;
- a gem can save a person from depressive mood and stress, nervous tension;
- hyacinth is also able to well influence the work of the heart.
Who needs hyacinth stone?
It is believed that this is the perfect stone for Capricorn. He is able to its owner Capricorn to give self-confidence and strength even in the most difficult moments of life (which often happen to them). Hyacinth in this case should be located on the body of Capricorn in the form of a ring or pendant.
In addition, the stone is very good for Sagittarius. He is able to give them happiness in a relationship, family well-being. He will give good health to this zodiac sign and will allow him to develop professionally. Therefore, Sagittarius, who are involved in politics, sports, have a business, should wear it regularly.
The mineral is well suited to Aquarius. For this zodiac sign, it can turn out to be a real talisman. Hyacinth will be able to bring its owner great luck, as well as success in personal relationships and work. In creative endeavors, the stone will develop in man a sense of beauty, give harmony and inspire Aquarius to new achievements.
Regardless of the zodiac sign that will be wearing hyacinth, you should choose "bloody", dark shades of stone. This mineral gives courage and self-confidence to its owner.
There is one old belief that hyacinth is a “magnet” for unhappy love. It is not known how true this is, but it should be worn only by people who have found their happiness, and those who have already found their loved one. But for a lonely person, a stone can give only failures in the search for a second half or will contribute to the acquisition of unrequited feelings.
Hyacinth is used as a guard against misfortune and misfortune. He will be able to protect against various ailments. The stone will give peace and tranquility to its owner.
Variety of zircon
Hyacinth is a stone that can be a type of zirconium. At the same time, zircon can be a gem with a variety of colors and shades. Such hyacinth will always be irregular in shape. Its crystals are mainly dipyramidal. It is much less common to find a crystal in the form of radiant intergrowths.
The mineral, which is a type of zircon, can simultaneously have several different shades:
- Orange;
- red;
- reddish brown;
- brown;
- pink;
- golden;
- yellow.
Hyacinth jewelry
Hyacinth - a stone that goes well with silver and gold. Yellow and brown tones look great if framed by pink or yellow gold. Silver can be an ideal base for a red mineral, pink, blue and brown.
Hyacinth ring
The ring has always been a symbol of a strong person. Massive jewelry can be worn by a man and a woman. A stone of any shade may be present in it, since it always looks expensive and spectacular.
Hyacinth Earrings
Earrings with this mineral will be a great decoration for a woman of any age. Hyacinth is perfectly complemented by silver and gold, a scattering of transparent zirconium.
Hyacinth ring
This is the most popular jewelry among men and women. There are a huge number of different rings for special occasions, engagements and every day of life.
The cost of products and the price of crystals
Hyacinth hardness does not exceed 7.5 units on the Mohs scale. The stone is perfectly processed, it refracts light very beautifully, and also exhibits good aesthetic properties for fantasy and classic cuts.
The average size of hyacinth varies in the region of 1-2 centimeters. Such an insert cannot be called small, and you can’t buy it cheaply. Fifteen-carat hyacinth of bright color and impeccable quality is estimated at 2-3 thousand dollars.
At least 100,000 rubles will need to be paid for a diamond cut diamond cut from hyacinth, the total weight of which is twelve carats. The hyacinth cabochon, whose weight is slightly more, has the same price.