The sun, warmth, peace and goodness are the first associations that many of us experience when looking at yellow stones that are unique in their beauty.
Even in ancient China, the yellow color was considered the personification of the Earth itself, so only the emperor and members of the ruling dynasty had the right to wear it. Among the Mongols, this shade symbolized one of the varieties of Buddhism, and was also considered a harbinger of joy, love and happy events. In Turkish fairy tales, “stones of the sun”, according to legend, absorbed human grief and, having filled it, cracked.
Yellow magic
One of the seven main chakras - Manipura - is directly connected to the solar plexus and has a yellow color. She is responsible for the distribution of vital energy throughout the body, is a strong-willed center and helps the body to carry out energy self-organization. The yellow color absorbed by the main chakra stimulates the cognition process, affects the intellectual abilities of a person, thereby marking a departure from the material world.
The yellow hue is able to awaken the thirst for action and charge us with optimism. If a person feels that his life requires fundamental changes, but cannot decide and put all his strength into a fist, he needs to pick up yellow stones: precious or semi-precious. And in order not to be mistaken in the choice, we will tell in more detail what are the differences between the stones in yellow shades, and also highlight the most striking samples.
Features of precious and semiprecious stones
By and large, there are no clear distinctions between natural minerals. The main criterion that determines the value of precious or semiprecious stones is their rarity and impeccable appearance. At all times, minerals that have a rich pure color and unique origin were most highly valued. Subsequently, a scale was formed dividing the stones into precious and semiprecious.
Directly precious yellow stones in nature are not so common. The most outstanding representatives of this group are unsurpassed sapphire and mysterious topaz. Semiprecious stones of a yellow hue, on the contrary, are common in many corners of the globe. Among them are the cat and tiger eyes, jasper, and carnelian, but the beautiful amber deserves special attention.
Amber is a real "gift of the sun"
It has long been no secret that almost all the main amber reserves are located on the Baltic coast and in Russia. According to scientists, more than 40 million years ago there were no seas in these parts, but huge forests grew in size. For a long time, continuous solidification of the resin took place on coniferous trees, therefore, as a result, it turned into a yellow semiprecious stone.
The miraculous properties of amber are known firsthand. This stone of the sun since ancient times served as a decoration, and also guarded and comforted its owners. Yaroslav the Wise constantly kept the raw stone on the solar plexus, and the legendary healer of the East, Ibn Sina, was convinced that amber was endowed with powerful healing power. Amber necklaces were worn by nursing women, because they talked about the ability of a stone to calm babies. Even in the modern world, these yellow stones are often kept near the bed, thereby attracting a quiet sleep, as well as in the newborn's crib, protecting the baby from the evil eye.
The healing and magical properties of amber
At all times, amber amulets have been used as a powerful protection against troubles and anxieties. A person who wore such an ornament became vigorous and more optimistic. Many still believe that the yellow stone, whose name is directly related to the bright rays of the sun, sharpen intuition and helps to find hope and come out "to the light."
Amber contains many significant trace elements, but the main among them is iodine. This feature allows the stone to help in the fight against thyroid diseases. Amber also saturates the body with zinc, calcium, magnesium and iron.
Topaz - the stone of fiery passions
The origin of the name topaz is still a mystery to scientists. According to one version, the word “tapas” Indians defined the fire element. And, indeed, the stone is so fascinating that you can look at it like a fire forever.
In ancient Greece, the sages believed in the ability of topaz to make a person hardy, strong and decisive. In Egypt, a yellow gem was considered a symbol of the supreme god of the Sun (Ra), which is why jewelry with topazes were of great value.
Topaz is perfect for creating amulets. He is able to protect human energy, to reveal creativity and talents. The stone activates mental processes, helps to clearly express thoughts and find a way out of a predicament. Patronizes people of creative professions, politicians, historians and scientists.
The healing power of topaz
The variety of medicinal properties of the “fiery” mineral deserves special attention. Yellow topaz has a beneficial effect on the human nervous system, significantly improves the functioning of the stomach, intestines, is responsible for most blood components, accelerates metabolic processes and helps in cleansing the body. Experts advise to lower the stone in boiled water, let it brew and consume for 2 weeks.
Yellow topazes also significantly affect the respiratory system. They are used directly for the treatment of diseases of the throat and asthma. With such diseases, it is necessary to wear pendants or beads on the chest.
The stone heals after a severe nervous breakdown, perfectly relieves stress, a sense of anxiety and puts thoughts in a good mood. Yellow topaz improves performance, so for people who live in the rhythm of a big city, it can become the most beloved talisman.
Fascinating brilliance of sapphire
A yellow stone, the name of which in one of the languages means “parparaj” - this is a real sapphire. A solid mineral is a type of corundum and is very rare. That is why yellow sapphires are considered unique and expensive natural minerals.
Queensland Australia is the largest supplier of sapphires. However, earlier the East was considered the main deposit of stones, and they were mistakenly called "Oriental Topaz".
Sapphires are formed from sedimentary rocks saturated with aluminum. Most often, you can find oval crystals, because such a shape helps to perfectly maintain the weight of the mineral during its cutting. Also, stones in the form of an octagon, circle and square come out of the hands of jewelers.
The cost of a quality yellow sapphire depends on the saturation of its color palette and purity. A stone of a deep yellow hue, respectively, is much appreciated.
Sapphire protective features
Yellow sapphire stone strengthens self-confidence, gives a person courage and positive emotions. He is able to give his owner a state of unlimited peace. This mineral is recommended for use during meditation and other oriental practices.
Yellow gem stabilizes metabolic processes and strengthens the cardiovascular system. Sapphire also heals eye diseases. This feature of sapphire was described in his treatises by the philosopher and scientist of the Middle Ages Albert the Great. The Persian healer Avicenna recommended using a stone in order to overcome the state of melancholy.
Yellow stones and zodiac signs.
To people born under the signs of Aries, Leo and Sagittarius, precious and semiprecious minerals of a yellow hue will bring the greatest benefit. They will smooth out all the negative qualities that the element of Fire has awarded them: restraint, harshness, rudeness and authority.
Topaz, amber and a yellow sapphire stone will give wisdom, judgment, as well as calm. Minerals will accompany women in gaining personal happiness, as well as in relationships with children. Men of the fiery zodiac group - in matters of career and harmonious existence in the work collective. The stones of yellow shades will give teenagers a sense of self-confidence, help solve problems with learning. Newborns will be protected during sleep.
Therefore, with the advent of these healing talismans, life will certainly change for the better, and all hardships and sorrows will be bypassed.