Rauchtopaz is perhaps the only mineral that got its name by mistake. In fact, this stone is a variety of quartz. But because of the bright and sparkling brilliance, the researchers initially classified it as a topaz. And they even gave him a romantic name - smoky topaz. When it became clear that there was an inaccuracy, the stone was officially renamed smoky quartz. But the original name has taken root so much that jewelers around the world still call this mineral rauchtopaz.

History of rauchtopaz

Smoky quartz has been known to mankind for many centuries. The first mention of it was found in Hebrew manuscripts. In India and Tibet, this mineral was called "Buddha Stone" and sacred properties were attributed to it. Rauchtopaz was also very popular in Scotland. It was used to decorate national clothes. By the way, there the stone was called "Kengorm" in honor of the mountain at the foot of which it was mined.

In Russia, smoky quartz was first discovered in the Urals in the distant Middle Ages. Local craftsmen came up with a way to process the stone in such a way that it turns from a grayish stone into a golden mineral with beautiful overflows that we are used to. They baked it in the oven, after wrapping it in dough. And what is most curious, this method is sometimes used to this day.

Later, magical properties were also attributed to rauchtopaz. It was believed that if you put it under your pillow, then at night you will have a dream that will certainly come true. People believed that this mineral is able to influence the human subconscious. And, they say, he will be able to suggest the right way out of a difficult situation. Until now, rauchtopaz is considered a stone that can give inspiration. That is why he enjoys special love among creative natures.

In the modern world, Brazil is the world exporter of smoky quartz. This stone is also mined in the Alps, in Spain and in America. By the way, it was the inhabitants of the states who managed to discover the largest rauchtopaz in the world. Its weight reached 230 kg, and the length of the find was almost 120 cm.

The healing properties of rauchtopaz

Many are interested in the question: is rauchtopaz a gem or not? Despite the fact that it is not a precious stone, it has been endowed with special properties for many centuries. In ancient India, there was a legend about an unusual bowl, which was carved from a huge rauchtopaz mineral. Water was poured into it, which immediately became healing. According to legend, she could cope with any, even the most dangerous and terrible disease. In modern lithotherapy, smoky quartz is still credited with many healing properties. It is believed that this stone helps people with diseases of the endocrine system, especially the pancreas and adrenal glands. It stabilizes reproductive function and has a positive effect on sexual activity. The constant wearing of rauchtopaz restores erection and even cures infertility and helps couples to acquire long-awaited offspring.

Rauchtopaz is considered a natural sedative. It helps to cope with mental pain, relieves stress and restores the functioning of the nervous system. If your nerves are on edge, pick up smoky quartz, and gradually the negative energy will leave you. This stone gives self-confidence, helps to cope with moral devastation and exhaustion. Moreover, rauchtopaz is endowed with the ability to withdraw from deep depressions, get rid of obsessions and suicidal thoughts.

It is believed that rauchtopaz helps to get rid of bad habits. For those who smoke or are addicted to alcohol and drugs, rauchtopaz can be a real salvation. It absorbs the harmful effects on the body and helps to overcome addiction.

How to be treated with rauchtopaz? You just need to hold it in your hands until it becomes warm. In this case, you need to ask the stone for help as often as possible in your thoughts. And if the mineral suits your zodiac sign, then its constant wearing in rings, pendants, earrings and any other jewelry is only welcome.

The magical properties of rauchtopaz

From time immemorial, magical properties have been attributed to minerals. And smoky quartz is no exception in this regard. Magicians and psychics actively use rauchtopaz in their work. Moreover, they prefer to deal exclusively with a solid and unprocessed stone, because they are sure that part of it is lost during cutting. magical properties.

Rauchtopaz has always been considered one of the most powerful and energetically strong stones. Due to its natural dark color he was and still is a fan favorite black magic. There is historical evidence that smoky quartz served as a guide to the other world, with its help they communicated with the spirits of dead people, it was used for conspiracies, love spells, and so on.

As mentioned above, rauchtopaz helps to see prophetic dreams. Moreover, it helps to correctly interpret the dream and understand why you actually saw something in a dream. This mineral helps to cope with wild jealousy and pride, relieves pain from an insult inflicted by someone. The inhabitants of ancient India and Tibet tried to achieve nirvana with the help of rauchtopaz. They believed that this strong stone was able to completely cleanse the mind of negative and destructive energy.

Modern psychics assure that it is better not to joke with rauchtopaz. This stone, according to them, is able to greatly excite fantasy and distort reality. He can put anyone in a state similar to light drug intoxication. After that, a person begins to feel brighter and sharper, which is very necessary for creative people: poets, artists, etc. But in order to control such a powerful energy, you need to have special skills that are not known to an ordinary person.

Who suits rauchtopaz

If the stone suits its owner, it can become for him a kind of talisman, protector and helper in difficult situations. It is believed that rauchtopaz suits such zodiac signs as Leo and Aries. It balances their character, helps them become more calm and reasonable and make balanced and deliberate actions. In addition, smoky quartz can help them in solving love problems. It relieves loneliness and makes representatives of these zodiac signs more sexually attractive.

For Taurus and Pisces, smoky quartz is indicated only as a natural cure for bad habits and problems with sleep, joints and the cardiovascular system. And he helps Gemini to achieve success in business and move up the career ladder. Virgins who constantly wear rauchtopaz will surprise others with their eloquence and resourcefulness. Thanks to this stone, they will always feel needed and in demand. Libra smoky quartz charges with inspiration, and Sagittarius gives calmness and good mood.

Most of all, rauchtopaz suits Capricorns. These are emotionally strong and self-confident people who always know what they want. Stone - a talisman helps them achieve even more serious success and reach the highest peaks.

There are not many gems on Earth that can boast of a noble brown. These are: , rare brown and valuable brown.

That is why rauchtopaz, which is distinguished by the richness of elegant shades, enjoys well-deserved popularity among jewelers, as well as connoisseurs of spectacular and stylish jewelry.

History and origins

Rauchtopaz, despite the name, has nothing to do with topazes. However, in the distant past, it was this that allowed dishonest merchants to inflate the price of products, albeit with beautiful, but incomparable in value with natural topaz,.

The Tibetans and Hindus called the gem “Buddha Stone”, the Scots called it “Kengorm”, they generously decorated their national clothes, and the court ladies under Catherine II wore jewelry with brown-yellow striped rauchtopazes, called “Venus Hair”.

The stone has earned its popularity due to its spectacular coloring and a number of healing properties used by ancient healers to get rid of various ailments, including quite serious ones.

Increased attention to the mineral was paid in the old days and is being paid today by practicing magicians who managed to uncover magic power rauchtopaz and learned how to use it delicately for predicting the future, love spells, communicating with the spirits of the dead and other occult practices.

Place of Birth

Smoky quartz is found on all continents, but the most noteworthy deposits of the mineral are located in Brazil. More than half of all gems with jewelry value are mined here.

Magnificent in their characteristics, stones are mined in Madagascar and Namibia, in the USA and Germany, in the Alps (Switzerland) and in Spain. Minerals that are found in the Urals, the famous homeland of gems, are also famous.

Physical Properties

The spectacular natural stone has nothing to do with its chemical and physical properties, despite the eloquent name. The mineral belongs to the quartz family and has all the qualities inherent in any quartz.

Property	Description
Formula	SiO2 is a kind of quartz.
admixture	Sometimes Al, Fe
Hardness	7
Density	2.52-2.65 g/cm³
fragility	Very fragile.
Syngony	Trigonal, trigonal-trapezohedral type of symmetry.
Shine	From glassy to greasy at the break.
kink	Rough, uneven.
Cleavage	Unclear by rhombohedron.
Transparency	Transparent.
Color	Various shades of brown.

The healing properties of the gem

If you choose jewelry with stone for your own jewelry collection or want to please loved one not only beautiful but also useful gift, then you should find out in more detail what healing properties the bewitching smoky quartz has. Lithotherapists recommend the use of a gem:

• harmonization of the pancreas and kidneys;
• improving adrenal function;
• increase libido and potency;
• normalization of reproductive functions;
• relieving pain (headache, menstrual, articular) and spasms of a different nature;
• cures for mental disorders, including suicidal tendencies;
• reducing feelings of anxiety;
• cleansing the body of accumulated toxins and toxins;
• getting rid of negative energy.

Even the ancient Hindus practiced treatment with rauchtopaz bowls carved from a gem. They insisted on water and regularly gave to drink to a sick person. Simplified version therapy that can be used today - take a piece of jewelry with a mineral or an unprocessed stone in your hand and hold it in it until you feel better.

Healing stone helps to get rid of addictions - alcohol, nicotine, drugs.

It is necessary to often turn to a unique mineral for help, wearing jewelry with it regularly or just periodically holding a rauchtopaz in your hand and enjoying the healing warmth emanating from the gem.

magical properties

Fascinating smoky quartz has always attracted the attention of not only jewelers, but also magicians who attribute magical properties to the stone. The power of the stone in their practices was used by Eastern sages, Buddhists and ancient Hindus. It is believed that the magic stone rauchtopaz:

• helps to see prophetic dreams if you put it under the pillow;
• allows you to reach nirvana (the peak of superconsciousness) during meditation;
• can be used to communicate with the souls of dead people;
• popular among magicians and sorcerers who practice love spells and conspiracies.

Dark-colored gems have special magical powers. The lighter the gem, the weaker its energy and the degree of influence on a person. The magical and astrological properties of jewelry are enhanced if the gems are set with silver. Gold somewhat reduces the energy potential of rauchtopaz.

To comprehend the secrets of the universe or to bewitch a loved one is possible only when using a large and unprocessed crystal. Jewelry processing significantly reduces the energy potential of the stone and makes it ineffective for magical practices.

Jewelry with a mineral

Jewelers use rauchtopaz quite widely, as the stone looks spectacular, but is relatively inexpensive. Natural stones adorn pendants and brooches, necklaces and bracelets, earrings and rings.

Figurines and other decor items are decorated with brown minerals. Balls or eggs carved from a gem look spectacular and stylish, worthy of decorating the most sophisticated interior or becoming an integral part of a practicing magician's office.

The cost of jewelry with a stone is low and largely depends on what kind of metal the rauchtopaz is framed in. For example, elegant gold earrings with noble gems today can be bought for 15,000-25,000 rubles, and a silver ring that can become an effective talisman can be bought for 2,000 rubles.

Varieties of rauchtopaz

In the nature of rauchtopase, there are several shades, the intensity of which depends on the factors of natural irradiation of the mineral or the method of its processing in the future. This:

• A light gray gem that can be turned into by thermal action (up to 300 ° C).
• A mineral whose hue ranges from purple to green. With a certain processing, it has the effect of pleochroism, in which the color of the stone changes during rotation, when the rays of light fall on its facets at different angles.
• Dark brown rauchtopaz. This shade is most often found in nature and is used by jewelers to create elegant jewelry, the price of which is low. The correct cut allows you to turn smoky quartz into transparent or golden, give it the properties of pleochroism.
• Almost black rauchtopaz, often called. It is a favorite of witches, magicians and warlocks, since the darker the mineral, the stronger its mystical properties. The use of a black gem helps to communicate with spirits, see the past and correct the future.

How to distinguish a fake?

The original rauchtopaz is extremely easy to distinguish from a fake. Firstly, the stone is inexpensive and it makes no sense to create its artificial counterparts. And secondly, there is an easy way that you can use when buying jewelry. It will take a magnifying glass and a minute of time.

It is necessary to consider the stone, or rather, the bubbles inside it. In a banal glass, air inclusions will have a standard round shape. In a real gem, you can see small droplets of unusual shapes and different sizes. It is best to purchase jewelry with minerals from official manufacturers, and not trust unknown jewelry companies.

Caring for stone products

Smoky quartz is not picky. Due to its hardness, it is almost impossible to damage it mechanically. The only thing that can deprive a stone of natural beauty is the scorching sun.

It is necessary to keep jewelry with rauchtopaz in a special bag that prevents direct sunlight from entering the mineral and protects it from contact with other stones in the jewelry box.

Clean the gem with a soft brush dipped in soapy water or water in which a few drops are dissolved ammonia. After the water procedure, the mineral must be completely dried indoors, avoiding direct sunlight.

It is especially important to purify the mineral after its participation in magical rituals. To do this, it is enough to hold it under cold running water every time after the session and let it rest for several days before the next use. This neutralizes the negative energy accumulated by the gem.

Compatibility with zodiac signs

When choosing jewelry with gems, many of us pay attention to the compatibility of the mineral with the zodiac sign. Jewelry rauchtopaz is no exception. The stone is shown not to everyone. It is important to consider who will suit and who will not suit will be a spectacular and covered with mystical legends gem.

(“++” - the stone fits perfectly, “+” - can be worn, “-” - is categorically contraindicated):

Zodiac sign	Compatibility
Aries	-
Taurus	+
Twins	+
Crayfish	-
a lion	-
Virgo	+
scales	++
Scorpion	+
Sagittarius	-
Capricorn	++
Aquarius	+
Fishes	+

• The mineral suits Capricorn the most. To representatives of this zodiac sign, the stone will demonstrate all its the best sides- healing and magical, will help to cope with stress, save from negative energy, will be an excellent talisman that allows you to take right decisions.
• Libra, especially women, rauchtopaz will give a sense of balance and tranquility, will allow you to find answers to the most important questions, charge you with a positive mood.
• Astrologers do not recommend wearing jewelry with gemstones for Cancers. Representatives of this zodiac sign are sensitive and emotional. A stone with a strong energy can break mental condition man, bring disharmony into him. The sign of the zodiac enters into such an imbalance with rauchtopaz that Cancers cannot even store products with rauchtopaz at home.
• , Sagittarius and Lions should not choose talismans with rauchtopazes either. People born under these zodiac signs are impulsive, with which the pacifying energy of the stone is not combined.
• The rest of the signs of the zodiac can wear jewelry with rauchtopaz, but dosed. If Virgo or Taurus sometimes wear a pendant with a spectacular gem, this will not bring any significant changes to their lives.

When choosing "your" stone, you can focus not only on the date of birth. Much more important for a person are their own feelings from communication with the mineral. If, holding a gem in your hand, you feel warmth and peace, it will benefit you regardless of the sign of the zodiac.

The combination of stone with names

Stones should be in harmony not only with the sign of the zodiac, but also with the name of the person. This allows you to choose a gem that will demonstrate all its best properties.

The compatibility of a mineral with a name should be taken into account when buying jewelry for yourself or a loved one. A stone suitable for the energy of the name can become a reliable talisman, protect against rash acts and protect others from the negative energy of others.

• Catherine (Greek - immaculate). Best of all, a gem reveals its qualities if Catherine wears it. The name rewards its owners with sociability, restraint and ambition. Jewelery with a stone “extinguishes” excessive nervousness, makes Katya more restrained and balanced, develops fantasy and imagination.
• Nina (Greek - royal). Independent and at the same time very feminine Nina, rauchtopaz will give peace of mind, relieve moodiness characteristic of girls bearing this name, and help cope with depression.
• Tatyana (Greek - mistress). Clever, conservative, obligatory and fearless Tatyana often suffers from misunderstanding by others and excessive irritability. Smoky quartz will bring harmony to the soul, help curb nervousness and bring luck to life.
• Victor (lat. - winner). A man who bears this name is distinguished by his principles, unbending will and determination. However, Victor is prone to destructive passions, conflict and inability to compromise. Smoky quartz helps to soften Viti's iron temper, leads away from bad habits, and makes him attractive in the eyes of the female representatives.
• Peter (Greek - stone). Boundless will, a brilliant sharp mind, diligence and a craving for self-improvement - these qualities distinguish men with this name. As a talisman, a ring or pendant with rauchtopaz is suitable for them, absorbing external negativity, eliminating pride and jealousy inherent in Peter. The stone bestows wisdom, banishes evil thoughts and pacifies an explosive temper.

In addition to the zodiac sign and name, minerals are also chosen according to the type of human activity. Rauchtopaz is best suited for representatives of creative professions, as it develops the imagination and allows the muse to be near the artist or poet more often.

Conclusion

Strong and filled with restrained energy rauchtopaz - great choice for people who appreciate not only spectacular, but also useful decorations. A talisman with exquisite smoky quartz will reveal magical and healing properties to its owner, help to cope with problems and ailments.

Fascinating shades are in perfect harmony with the everyday look, make the evening dress elegant, add attractiveness to girls, increase male magnetism.

Rauchtopaz - the magic of smoky quartz

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Rauchtopaz was called smoky quartz in the old days, and this name is still magic stone is extremely popular among jewelers and buyers. Along with the mysterious rock crystal, mysterious amethyst and citrine, this stone is one of the most amazing varieties of quartz available. Its golden-brown crystals with rutile inclusions look especially beautiful, creating the effect of star rays scattering in different directions. NameWoman invites readers to take a closer look at the magical properties of rauchtopaz and learn how exactly to get its power and help.

Mystics believe that rauchtopaz has the unique property of raising thoughts from the deep darkness of the subconscious into the realm of illumination . It is rauchtopaz that is called the "stone of the Buddha." Even the ancient Hindus firmly believed in medicinal properties this stone, believing that it is able to remove negative energy, toxins and toxins from the body. It is still believed that jewelry with rauchtopaz relieve irritability and neutralize anger, purify the soul, relieving us of resentment and misunderstanding .

If you are contemplative and love to dream, turn your attention to exquisite smoky quartz jewelry. This stone looks especially impressive in the evening light, enchants, pleases the eye with a play of reflections and reflections. You can admire the vivid representations of rauchtopaz almost endlessly, each time finding new shades of beauty in it. Yes, you can give it not only to a woman - for a man, a ring with rauchtopaz will become an unexpected and luxurious present, symbolizing wisdom.

It is believed that the amazing rauchtopaz stone is able to introduce a person into the world of illusions and a wide variety of fantasies. Put it under your pillow at night - it is quite possible that you will have prophetic dreams . Advice from the Name of the Woman: when going to the world of Morpheus, ask a mentally disturbing question. Waking up, try to remember everything that you saw at night, it is best to write down images and dreams. Try to decipher them by finding the answer to the question you asked, using intuition and personal associations with what you saw.

Another property of the rauchtopaz stone is the gift of calmness, the skills of meditative contemplation transmitted to a person. Working with the subconscious, rauchtopaz calms unnecessarily quick-tempered and emotional people, relieves them of jealousy, pride and resentment, and as a talisman protects from external, negative magical influences. However, keep in mind that such an ornament, such as earrings with rauchtopaz, is located very close to the cerebral cortex, which means that the influence of the stone on the subconscious in this case will be especially strong. Are you ready for this? Feel free to buy earrings.

Rauchtopaz can be used to calm the soul as follows: firmly squeeze the product or stone sample in your hand (best in both hands), imagine how the stone sucks negativity and anxieties out of you, unclench your hands when you feel that it has warmed up . Another option is a meditative examination of the deep reflections of the stone through the flame of a candle.

The rauchtopaz stone got its name from a mistake. The bright brilliance of the mineral was the reason that at first it was considered a variety. After laboratory studies, the mineral was officially debunked and then renamed smoke or smoky topaz. But because of the unique color, rauchtopaz retained its original name.

History and origins

Humanity has been decorating itself with smoky quartz for a long time. Rauchtopaz was first mentioned in Jewish manuscripts. In India and Tibet, he was given the name "Buddha Stone", endowing with magical properties. In Scotland, this gem was called "Kenghorm" in honor of the name of the mountain at the foot of which it was mined, decorating traditional clothes with it.

In Russia, smoky topaz became a favorite stone of the Ural jewelers, who began to process the mineral so that it did not look cloudy, but acquired golden hues. The processing method of the Ural magicians was incredible: the stone was wrapped in dough and baked. Sometimes the same technique is used even today, creating light gray stones with a beautiful overflow, almost indistinguishable from real topaz.

Rauchtopaz stone with inclusions of another mineral, rutile, was especially valued at that time. Such striped rauchtopazes were called “Hair of Venus”. They were fashionable at the court of Catherine II and today continue to be popular with fashionistas.

By the beginning of the 19th century, rauchtopaz stone was endowed with properties of a magical nature. They were placed under the pillow so that a person had prophetic dreams. People then believed that the magical properties of the rauchtopaz stone affect the subconscious, helping to find the right solution. Since then, rauchtopaz stone has been worn by creative individuals to seek inspiration, as well as practicing magicians and clairvoyants.

Physical Properties

We list the physical features of the rauchtopaz stone:

• It is a crystalline, very durable variety of quartz;
• Density - 2.5 - 2.8 g/cm3;
• Hardness - 7.0 on the Mohs scale;
• The gem is transparent;
• Its brilliance is glassy, ​​clearly expressed pleochroism;
• Possible impurities - aluminum and iron;
• Other names are smoky quartz, talyanchik, lube crystal, Scottish topaz, gypsy, smoky crystal, resin.

Rauchtopaz stone differs from transparent quartz in brown colors. Minerals with golden hues are highly valued. The range of shades of the mineral is amazing: stones were mined from light gray to the color of dark chocolate.
Smoky topaz often has a complex color: purple and golden hues appear on the main background. Some stones have a color stretching effect as the color of the stone is deepest at the base.

The reason for this color diversity of this quartz has not been elucidated to this day. The researchers could only find out the fact that the degree of its smokeiness was affected by irradiation. This property is used by jewelers.

By resorting to forced irradiation of stones, they get rauchtopazes from purple to greenish hues. Rauchtopaz stone continues to retain these properties until reaching 350 degrees. If you continue to heat the gem, it will turn colorless.

Place of Birth

Rauchtopaz stone deposits are numerous. But Brazil is the world leader in the extraction of the mineral. There are large deposits of smoky quartz in Switzerland, the USA, and Spain. In the USA, a crystal weighing 230 kg and 120 cm long was discovered. Sometimes the press reports on the extraction of crystals up to 2 tons.

The healing properties of rauchtopaz stone

Since ancient times, this gem, in addition to magical, was also credited with healing qualities. Smoky quartz was recommended to wear on yourself in order to:

• Treat nervous diseases;
• Get rid of stress;
• Reduce pain syndrome;
• Neutralize the effects of radioactive radiation on the body;
• Use for diseases of the digestive system, as well as kidneys;
• Improve the functions of the adrenal glands and the reproductive system;
• Improve the reproductive system in men, balance sexual energy, treat impotence;
• Treat infertility in women;
• Heal bad habits - alcoholism, drug addiction.

The magical properties of rauchtopaz stone

Alchemists endowed the rauchtopaz stone with magical properties. In their opinion, it is characterized by the ability to:

• Force to see prophetic dreams;
• Fall into a state of trance;
• Interpret dreams;
• Attract positive emotions;
• Since ancient times, the mineral was considered endowed with a “dark essence” and was credited with the ability to bring the owner into the other world;
• Dissipate the negative energy of space, neutralizing the negative magical effect.

Talismans and amulets

Due to the magical properties of rauchtopaz, it has always been popular with people. Jewelry with it was used as talismans and amulets. It is believed that they should be worn with great care, because the stone is able to “take away” consciousness, but not only this feature is attributed to rauchtopaz.

According to the esotericists, the magical properties of rauchtopaz are able to purify the subtle body, directing energy to the chakras, where it is most lacking. If you practice meditation, this mineral will come in handy to quickly take a calm state, renouncing the world around you.

In ancient India, it was believed that it helps to achieve nirvana, freeing from negative energy. That is why it is recommended to wear it to people who practice magic, philosophy, hypnosis, healing practices or quackery. He helps by dispelling negative emotions, concentrating only "good" energy, effectively resisting black magic.

Rauchtopaz is able to balance the nature of emotional and overly impressionable people, eliminate the feeling of anger, hatred, relieve stress, resentment, jealousy, and nervous tension.

Rauchtopaz colors

Topaz is found in nature in a variety of colors. They differ in the intensity of the shade, as well as the color of the stone, and depend on the natural irradiation of rock crystal or stone processing:

It was precisely because of the ability to acquire a shade like that that for a long time it was considered a variety of this particular stone, and then fakes of citrine were made from it. Subsequently, it turned out that in order to turn it into citrine or make it completely transparent, rauchtopaz is heated under thermal exposure to no more than 300 degrees.

Purple to greenish

This can be a gem with the effect of pleochroism. If the rauchtopaz is rotated, the colors change when light rays fall at certain angles. Thanks to this property of the stone, many fall in love with it, because it is truly mesmerizing. However, to achieve this effect, it will need to be processed in a certain way.

Black rauchtopaz

A gem of this color is called. It has long been attributed to him the darkest mystical qualities. It was believed that this is a stone of warlocks and witches, and therefore many people were afraid of him, because they thought that he could only harm mere mortals. In fact, the presented mineral has a light aura, being able to help people with a kind, selfless soul.

It is considered the usual color of rauchtopaz. This is how it occurs most often in nature. With the right cut, it can become transparent and even golden, like citrine, and also acquire the effect of pleochroism. It can be found in many jewelry, and its usual cost does not exceed 500 rubles. This is very beautiful stone, able to help the one who wears it, protecting him from troubles, rewarding him with the gift of a sense of balance and tranquility.

How to distinguish a fake

Distinguishing artificial rauchtopaz from natural is very simple, because fakes always turn out with air bubbles visible through a magnifying glass or under a microscope. Air inclusions are also found in natural minerals, but synthetic rauchtopaz has only a rounded shape.

Sometimes in artificial rauchtopaz it has curved grooves indicating the growth lines of stones. But today, the production of synthetic minerals is constantly being improved, and therefore, sometimes, even an experienced specialist will not be able to identify a fake.

Artificial rauchtopaz

Synthetic rauchtopaz is made of glass, but this technique is rarely used. Since myself natural material is inexpensive, often it does not make sense.

Caring for products with rauchtopaz

Natural rauchtopaz belongs to minerals with a solid structure, and therefore it is difficult to damage it by conventional mechanical means. Despite this, it will also need to be cleaned occasionally with soap solution, tap water and a soft brush. It is possible to dry the stone in direct sunlight so that it absorbs their energy.

Rauchtopaz and zodiac signs

This mineral will help almost all signs of the zodiac, except for Scorpio and Cancer, who in principle should not wear dark stones of this series. Natural rauchtopaz is a mineral of calm and balance, and closed, shy representatives of the signs presented, wearing such an ornament, are able to close even more. As for Aquarius, he will give only vindictiveness to touchy representatives of this sign, and therefore it is better to avoid wearing jewelry with this stone.

Due to its nature, this rauchtopaz is especially recommended for Aries and Lions. It helps to balance their character, add calmness and prudence. In addition, the mineral will become a love talisman for them, increasing their attractiveness to the opposite sex.

Rauchtopaz is indicated for Taurus exclusively for treatment, helping to get rid of cravings for bad habits, including drug addiction. It will reduce hangovers, reduce cravings for nicotine and alcohol. If the calf does not have bad habits, it is impossible to wear rauchtopaz, because it can negatively affect their psyche.

Careerist twins, having acquired jewelry with rauchtopaz, will feel the desire for new achievements in the field of their activities. This stone will provide an opportunity to get a promotion at work faster, enter into lucrative contracts and make more profit.

Rauchtopaz will give virgins more eloquence and provide the opportunity to be in the spotlight. Libra - from smoky quartz they will be charged with inspiration, and Sagittarius need to wear it in the fall - then the stone will give them a good mood and will not allow them to mope.

Rauchtopaz is especially favorable to Capricorns. Representatives of this sign are confident and know what they want. He will help them on the path to success, giving them a sense of peace of mind and even greater perseverance in their aspirations.

Fish - owners of rauchtopaz, can use this stone exclusively for medicinal purposes. It will help to stabilize sleep, get rid of pain in the joints and solve the problems of the cardiovascular system.

Note

Experts note that due to the strong energy of this stone, it should be worn in a dosed manner. It will look especially beautiful on women of summer and autumn color types.

Jewelry equipped with minerals in gray and smoky beige tones suits blondes, while brunettes, brown-haired women and redheads will benefit from wearing stones of dark colors.

Rauchtopaz can be combined with, and rock crystal. You can wear it in bracelets, earrings, rings and pendants. Rauchtopaz beads are rare.

Rauchtopaz stone - magical and healing properties of smoky topaz

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Smoky quartz or rauchtopaz is also called Buddha stone. In this article, the rauchtopaz stone, its properties and zodiac signs will be described in as much detail as possible. In particular, it will become clear why some people should not wear it, while for others it becomes an indispensable amulet.

Meaning

The stone has a rich smoky color and is a variety of quartz, hence its second name came from - smoky quartz. It occurs quite often in nature. The sizes of minerals are different, but the largest specimens that have already been mined were about 1 meter! But due to its fragility and prevalence, it is classified as precious stones third order.

A feature of smoky quartz is that it can change shades and give off sunlight. Many jewelers choose it for their jewelry due to the fact that, properly cut, it can even compete with emeralds, topazes and amethysts.

Place of Birth

Large deposits of smoky quartz are located in geothermal veins. But it is mined not only in them, but everywhere in different mountainous and flat areas. The largest volumes are mined in Spain, Germany, Russia, USA, Scotland, Brazil.

Who suits

Definitely kind, purposeful and strong-hearted people, rauchtopaz is strongly recommended. At the same time, greedy and cruel, those who see the essence of life in laziness or self-interest should stay away from him. It is not recommended for the weak at heart, who do not want changes for the better and do not strive for self-development.

For women, the stone helps fight depression and concentrate only on important things that deserve attention, while for men it allows them to make the right decisions and protects them from negativity.

• musician;
• writer, poet;
• psychologist;
• psychiatrist;
• neuropathologist;
• doctor;
• teacher.

It will help people of these professions to protect their health and fully reveal their potential, endow them with the imagination and openness inherent in creative people. It will allow them to find harmony with the people around them.

Rauchtopaz properties

The mineral has different properties - good and bad. The closer the contact of the stone to the skin, the stronger its influence on the personality and the worse or better it will be for him.

Physical Properties

Permanent wearing of jewelry with rauchtopaz is not recommended. This is a very strong amulet or talisman, but with constant contact with the physical body, it can leave an indelible negative imprint. It is advisable to wear it every few days or just take it off at home.

In this case, it will help:

• attract good luck;
• achieve goals;
• improve physical condition;
• add fantasy or inner strength.

But to activate it physical properties you need to hold the stone in your hands for some time. You can also use it instead of a pendant, but so that it directly touches the skin!

magical properties

In ancient Tibet, the stone was held in high esteem. It is not just that the stone has a third name - the stone of the Buddha.

Such praise is associated with a smoky color, it is believed that he:

• opens doors to other worlds;
• allows you to reach Nirvana;
• frees the soul from negative energy, enveloping with its smoke;
• clears the mind of bad thoughts.

In the Middle Ages, it was considered dark, magical. Sorcerers and magicians used it in their rituals and rituals. Today the stone has a different meaning. Among its various magical properties, positive and negative are now distinguished.

The positives include:

• calming effect;
• purification of consciousness;
• "borrowing" negative energy;
• help in recognizing evil people;
• the ability to drive away the evil eye, negativity, impure thoughts from the carrier;
• direction of thought right side- for self-development.

In addition, it is believed that if you put rauchtopaz at the head of the bed: under the pillow, on the wall, on the bedside table, you will have a prophetic dream.

Negative properties usually appear only in a few cases. For instance:

• if the person wearing it has unclean thoughts or an evil soul;
• if it is mishandled;
• with complete inactivity;
• if the stone is incorrectly selected according to the sign of the zodiac.

Negative properties include attracting troubles and increasing disease. The mineral can bring apathy, laziness, exhaustion.

Medicinal properties

Most modern admirers of the stone use it for medicinal purposes. According to one legend, a person who drank from a rauchtopaz bowl will be cured of all diseases.

It is known that the stone

• can cure an alcoholic and a drug addict;
• relieve physical and mental suffering;
• improve emotional and mental state.

For people with nervous disorders, it is almost indispensable. V this case rauchtopaz acts in a narrow direction:

• eliminates depression;
• calms emotions;
• "cleanses" the clouded mind;
• relieves stress and increases stress resistance.

Depending on what the mineral is used for, it is worn in different ways:

1. Earrings or a ring with smoky quartz should be worn to get rid of psychological problems, clamps, distracted attention.
2. A rauchtopaz bracelet will help you get rid of shyness and insecurity, as well as find a place in life. It is believed that such decoration can also fight cancer cells and various viruses.
3. Dull physical pain, positively affect or treat the adrenal glands, and increase immunity will allow a pendant or necklace with a mineral.

What signs of the zodiac are suitable for rauchtopaz

Astrologers advise all zodiac signs to be as careful as possible with the stone. Without a doubt, it is suitable in all respects only for Capricorn. It will be not only the best talisman for him, but will also help him achieve his desired goals, find complete harmony with himself and the world, meet the right people.

Taurus, Gemini, Aquarius, Pisces, Virgo, Libra, and Scorpio can purchase and wear smoky quartz jewelry, but only occasionally. Since prolonged wearing is not recommended and can lead to a depressing condition.

What does not fit

You should not buy a stone for all fire signs - Aries, lions and archers. There are three reasons for this:

1. Sagittarians are very adventurous, and a stone can perceive this as aggression and bring bad luck.
2. Aries are impulsive, which is not combined with the harmony of rauchtopaz.
3. Lions are strong and energetic, their activity goes off scale, and this, again, is not inherent in the mineral.

Cancer also should not acquire such an amulet. Rauchtopaz will have a strong magical and physical effect on them, which will lead to problems with emotions, nerves and, in general, in life.

Types and colors

Usually rauchtopaz is completely transparent and has a beautiful, brown tint.

But in fact, there are many types of smoky quartz with different colors:

1. The mineral may be transparent or dark, with moderate transparency. The first ones seem to be filled with smoke, and those that are not completely transparent do not contain color, but radiate it.
2. The color can be dark, closer to morion, or light, similar to citrine. Shades between these extreme colors make up the entire spectrum of smoky quartz colors. The color features of rauchtopaz include the fact that with a certain hit on it sunlight, it turns purple or green.
3. Color saturation is important. Most appreciated are bright stones, rich in color, shiny and special. The fact is that during processing, smoky quartz can, if desired, be discolored or, if cut correctly, “correct” the color. But it's easiest to do this with good stone- so the masters get more opportunities.

Amulets and talismans with rauchtopaz

The mineral will beautiful decoration and in the form jewelry and in the form of an amulet. Sometimes people make small talismans out of it:

• Amulets are most often worn around the neck. Mostly it is a simple stone, having a certain shape in the form of an eye, a ball, an elongated crystal. So that the stone does not deteriorate and does not chip, it is set with metal. It can be a simple snake around a crystal or a thin rim for a ball. Thus, the stone does not deteriorate and at the same time comes into contact with the body of the wearer.
• Talismans are made in the form of a brooch, a "coin" for good luck, a charm for work - figurines. The problem with smoky quartz is that it is brittle, making it difficult to make a figurine. But just in the form of a crystal on a stand, it can be put on the workplace. If desired, you can make a small plate of the mineral to store in your wallet or pocket. It will protect against spending or the evil eye.

Price

The cost of rauchtopaz is low. If you buy it separately, and not in the form of jewelry, then 1 carat will cost from 1 to 5 dollars.

But if the choice fell on valuable jewellery, then the price depends on:

• frames;
• the material used;
• subtleties of work;
• type and size;
• quality.

A gold item will cost at least $ 250, and a silver one is a little cheaper - $ 100-150.

Imitation and how to distinguish a fake

Rauchtopaz can be faked with glass, but this is done extremely rarely. The stone is cheap, and therefore it makes no sense to imitate it. For the same reason of accessibility, there are no artificial analogues of stone. In nature, it is found quite often and in different sizes - from miniature to huge.

If there are doubts about its naturalness, you can simply pay attention to the price. A real rauchtopaz will not cost like an emerald or a diamond - and usually affordable for everyone who wants to buy it.

Care

In order for the stone to bring maximum benefit, it must be cleaned from time to time:

• To clean the mineral, you need to put it in a mixture of ammonia and water. For 1 glass of water, usually take 7 drops of ammonia.
• You can also rinse it in a solution of washing powder. Then rinse under cool water and dry.
• Soap is not recommended, due to the fact that it is oily and can leave a coating on the mineral.

Smoky quartz or rauchtopaz is an incredibly beautiful stone that has been revered since ancient times. He was feared, admired, but everyone, without exception, knows about his magical and healing properties. It must be handled with care, then it will bring only health, good luck and prosperity.