Uvarovite: the magical properties of the stone, to whom it suits according to their zodiac sign

Historical information

The first deposit of the mineral was discovered in 1822 in the Urals in the Bisertsky mine. The characteristics and properties of uvarovite were studied by the President of the Academy of Sciences, Count S.S. Uvarov, who served at the court of Catherine II. It was in his honor that the mineral was named. The Empress appreciated the beauty of the gem, which became the main stone for all the nobles of that time.

Uvarovite is called the Ural emerald for its grassy green color. Other names for the stone are also known: chromium garnet, trautwinite and hanleite. A distinctive feature of the mineral is its 2-3 mm crystals, forming fine-grained brushes.

A lot of time has passed since uvarovite was first discovered, but the stone is still popular both in European countries and in Russia.

History and origin

A new type of garnet was discovered in 1832 in the Saranovskoye deposit in the Urals. Chemist Hermann Hess compiled a detailed description of the stone and named it in honor of Count Sergei Uvarov.

Empress Catherine herself, godmother of Uvarov, who later headed the Academy of Sciences, paid special attention to this stone. She considered the uvarovite to be one of the best jewels. That is why the gem began to be called imperial. The crystal is also called Ural emerald or chromium garnet.

Abroad, the stone is known as trautvinite.

Fishing

For the first time, the stone was found only in two Russian deposits. One of them is Saranovskoye, which to this day remains the main place of mineral extraction. The miners found the stone and did not know that they had stumbled upon a valuable specimen of the gem. At the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, mines were opened in several regions of Russia:

• Yakutia;
• Chelyabinsk;
• Sverdlovsk;
• Irkutsk.

Somewhat later, uvarovite mining began in other countries:

• Finland;
• Norway;
• Canada;
• USA;
• SOUTH AFRICA;
• Turkey;
• Himalayas;
• Pyrenees;
• Alps.

Despite the prevalence of the stone throughout the world, Russian specimens are beyond competition. They are mined both for domestic use and for export. Gems from the Urals are the largest, most transparent and brightest in color.

Artificial production of uvarovite

It was synthesized by heating a mixture of CaO, Cr2O3 and SiO2 at a pressure of 1 atm and a temperature of 855° for 150 hours, at 1200° for 100 hours; at 1490° it decomposes into pseudowollastonite and Cr2O3. The optimal temperature for the formation of uvarovite is 1365-1370°. Obtained from a mixture of oxides at a temperature of 660° and a pressure of 110 for 525 hours. Also formed from a mixture of wollastonite, Cr(OH)3 and CrCl3 at 900° and a pressure of 20,000 atm. Synthesized in a solution containing CaCl2 from a mixture of Ca(OH)2, Cr2O3 and SiO2 in appropriate proportions at 385-400° and a pressure of about 1500 atm. Under hydrothermal conditions, solid solutions of Ca3Cr2(SiO4)3 with CagFe2(SiO4)3 and Ca3Al2(SiO4)3 were obtained, in the latter case always together with (Cr, Al)2O3 and α-CaSiO3. Obtained in silicate systems with appropriate components.

Diagnostic signs

Satellites. kemmererite, rutile, chrome perovskite, chrome micas, tourmaline, tremolite, chromemesite, fuchsite, rhodochrome picotite, quartz, diopside, pyroxene, tremolite.

physical characteristics

Like all representatives of the garnet group, uvarovite is a quartz silicate. The rich green color of the stone is given by the presence of chromium in its structure. Dark shades appear due to iron impurities. Some minerals contain titanium, which gives uvarovite a yellowish or rusty tint.

Physical properties of the mineral:

• hardness on the Mohs scale - 6.5-7;
• density -3.4-3.8 g/cm3;
• system - cubic;
• fracture - uneven to semi-conchoidal;
• cleavage - absent;
• luster - glassy;
• transparency - transparent or translucent.

What does Uvarovite look like?
The main feature of Uvarovite is its resistance to high temperatures and acids.

Types of cuts

Green garnet stones are quite rare specimens.

They are usually designed in the form of flat cabochons. To increase transparency, the middle is sanded down significantly.

Demantoids are cut into diamonds. Sometimes gems are so small that they cannot be cut. Such grains can have a bright color and shine, so they are used without processing.

Low transparency gems are processed in special grinding machines. Such stones come in different sizes and colors, are low in cost, and are used to create beads. Large gems of green, red, brown shades are processed by hand, giving the shape of balls and faceted figures.

All shades of mineral

The stone has no mineralogical classification. The shades of uvarovite vary depending on its deposit:

• Bright green stones, reminiscent of emerald, originate in Russia in the Urals.
• Dark green minerals with a gray tint are mined in Scotland near Glen Skiagh. Hence the name of the mineral - skiagite.
• Brown-green gems are found in Hanle, India. Such stones are called Hanleites.

Uvarovites are found with varying degrees of transparency. There are cloudy samples with inclusions of yellow tints. Stones also vary in shape. Most often it is diamond-shaped, less often rounded.

Interesting facts about uvarovite

There is a widespread opinion among mineralogists that Count Uvarov did not deserve to have this gem named after him. In general, the count’s personality is quite ambiguous: Pushkin wrote caustic epigrams about him, and left a rather unflattering description of Uvarov. The minister was allegedly caught stealing government firewood and increased control measures over universities and gymnasiums. In Russia, uvarovite is often called the “imperial stone”, as it was very loved and appreciated by Empress Catherine the Great.

Where is uvarovite used?

For industry, uvarovite has no value, but in jewelry it is in great demand. Skilled craftsmen make all kinds of decorations and interior items from it.

The first products appeared in Tsarist Russia. They were made to order for Catherine II. Since the main deposit was located in this country, she could afford the luxury of green gems without damaging the state treasury.

Earrings, necklaces and rings with uvarovite were highly appreciated by foreign guests. They nicknamed the gem Catherine, or Ural emerald, because of the similarity of these two minerals in color.

Green crystals are used to make beautiful cabochons. The stone is not cut, but only its irregularities are smoothed out to obtain a round shape. Thus, smooth spheres with a shiny surface are obtained. Uvarovite cabochons are valued no less than opals, and sometimes even diamonds.

Uvarovite is also used in interior decoration. It looks impressive on walls and kitchen countertops. In addition, boxes, lamp stands and other decorative elements are made from it. The presence of a Ural emerald in the house speaks of the wealth and good taste of its owner.

Who is suitable according to zodiac sign?

Green garnet stone is not recommended for people born under the sign of Pisces. In this case, the stone attracts misfortune and deprives one of peace of mind. However, it brings good luck to Leos and Sagittarius in all matters, protects them from evil intent, and protects them from enemies and dangerous spirits. The crystal helps tireless Capricorns and supports them in their work. Astrologers recommend that virgins wear jewelry with stones; this will give them the missing warmth. The Sagittarius stone has special properties. Representatives of this sign gain power over other people, and their influence in society increases.

The color of the stone will best appear in passionate and active people. In this case, the stone gives optimism and maintains a cheerful mood.

Jewelry

Jewelers use uvarovite to make both men's and women's jewelry of extraordinary beauty. It can be easily inlaid into any products:

• necklaces;
• pendants;
• pendants;
• bracelets;
• rings.

The mineral can be used as a main stone or combined with other gems.

Uvarovite earrings

An interesting fact is that uvarovite is often inserted into jewelry exactly in the form in which it was extracted from the ground. This is due to the fact that the crystals of the stone are quite small and it is difficult to cut them. But this feature gives the gem a special “zest”. Each of the resulting jewelry is exclusive, with a unique shape.

Products containing uvarovite are valued differently. It all depends on the size of the stone and the chosen frame. For example, a silver pendant is estimated at about 15-18 thousand rubles, the same product, but made of gold, will cost about 100 thousand rubles. Earrings made of silver will cost 14 thousand rubles, and in a gold frame - from 150 thousand rubles. Rings, bracelets and other jewelry are valued within the same range.

In addition to being sold at exhibitions and specialized stores, uvarovite can be found in private collections of natural stone lovers.

How to spot a fake

Despite the relatively low cost of products containing uvarovite, scammers have not bypassed it. There is a high probability of buying a fake stone. However, it is not difficult to distinguish a fake :

1. The transparency of a natural mineral is not ideal. If you are offered a stone of the purest water, it means that this is a fake.
2. Run the stone over the glass: if there is a scratch on the glass, the stone is natural.
3. The size of uvarovite crystals in brushes does not exceed 2–3 mm. Excessively large pebbles should alert you.
4. Hold the product with the stone in your hand for several minutes: the natural mineral will remain cool, the plastic or glass fake will heat up.

Natural naturalness is the main characteristic of the stone, attracting the attention of lovers of unique jewelry to it.

The rich greenery of uvarovite, its compatibility with various minerals and its low price are worth having such a beautiful gem in your jewelry box.

The magic of mineral

The magical properties of uvarovite were appreciated by the ancient inhabitants of the Urals. The strong energy of the crystal was used to attract financial well-being and love into a person’s life. Magicians and esotericists used the mineral to perform rituals and create ritual objects.

Love and family

Magicians used uvarovite as a means to arouse love passion. To ensure that her husband’s feelings remained as strong as at the very beginning of the relationship, the wife sewed a small pebble into the corner of her husband’s pillow. In European countries, in order to attract the attention of a girl and engender romantic feelings in her heart, young men gave rings with a green stone to their lovers.

The magical properties of uvarovite do not end with love spells. The stone is able to protect the family from discord, misunderstanding, evil eyes and gossip. The mineral creates an invisible protective field around the home. A house in which a green mineral is present will avoid troubles, fires and invasions of ill-wishers.

In addition, a wife, with the help of uvarovite, can cure her husband of alcoholism. To do this, you need to constantly hold in your hands any product made from it or just a piece of stone.

Finance

It is believed that uvarovite helps to accumulate material wealth, but at the same time it is an “honest” stone and will not help those who seek to earn money dishonestly. Only people with pure impulses, good-natured and brave at heart will be able to increase their capital with the help of this mineral.

Thanks to the green stone, you can find a new source of income or climb the career ladder. Uvarovite helps to retain money and protects you from unnecessary spending. With its help, a person will learn to spend money correctly.

Magic properties

This natural gift is bought not only because of its amazing beauty and rarity. There are beliefs that a valuable crystal:

• promotes the union of the destinies of lovers;
• revives love and tenderness if the spouses have been married for a long time and have lost interest in each other;
• helps you find your soulmate.

If everything is fine with a person on the personal front, uvarovite will still act as a stone of love. Its magical properties will protect the couple from possible risks, warm up feelings and protect them from evil glances. Relationships will reach a new level, bright emotions will appear.

The Empress’s favorite stone has the power not only to awaken hearts. Ural emerald:

• attracts money: if the owner of the crystal passively waits for income, nothing will happen, but with conscientious work, the salary will increase, they may offer additional earning opportunities;
• protects against waste: a person will learn to properly distribute funds, not react to constant sales and dubious pleasures;
• develops intuition, suggests wise decisions;
• being in the house, it keeps burglars and natural disasters away from the threshold.

In magic, this stone is used in a negative way. Uvarovite is sometimes given with the intention that its magical properties will separate the husband from his wife and unite him with the donor. To prevent this from happening, it is better not to accept such a gift if you doubt the person’s good intentions.

How not to buy a fake?

The demand for the mineral has led to the emergence of counterfeits. It will be difficult for an inexperienced person to determine whether it is a fake or an original. In this case, contacting an experienced gemologist will help.

You can independently understand a fake stone by the following external signs:

• cut crystals are rarely larger than 1 carat;
• the color of a real stone will not be perfectly uniform;
• minerals without impurities are almost never found in nature;
• even after cutting, the stone retains its dull appearance;
• due to the crystalline structure, a real gem will transmit light unevenly;
• When exposed to temperature, uvarovite will warm up more slowly than glass or plastic.

The color of real uvarovite will not be perfectly uniform.
To exclude the possibility of buying a fake Ural emerald, you need to choose stones in trusted stores or at jewelry fairs.

Practical use

Many people believe that stone is only suitable for interior decoration and that jewelers do not cut stones. This fact is also influenced by some nuances. First of all, luxury crystals have a natural cut that does not require additional actions. In addition, they are small in size, which makes the procedure difficult. Craftsmen can cut some samples (larger ones) by polishing them with cabochons. The mineral has found its use in many collections around the world.

Many specimens can compete with opals in their appearance.

Magical influence

The amazing play of light and shadow of luxurious uvarovite surprises and fascinates; in particular, it is considered a good sign if you see the green glow of the stone in the rays of the sunset. Since ancient times, Uvarovite has been prescribed as a cleanser of souls and thoughts. The secret lies in the structure of the crystals. Regular contact with the stone helps calm your state of mind.

• To experience the maximum power of the mineral, it is important to have only pure thoughts.
• Sometimes the gem takes part in magical rituals to attract the attention of the opposite sex. But only for a good purpose. It does not work with magical love spells. Therefore, black magic is not involved here.
• It is worth noting that the financial problems that haunt a person are a consequence of clogged Manipura. And wearing this mineral restores the cycle. Thus, a person’s potential and his ability to make money are revealed. In addition, the stone is able to hold money and attract it. It attracts good luck and success to a person. Those planning to play the lottery can count on Fortune turning to face them.
• Wearing a ring will help you avoid encounters with thieves, scammers and simply honest people. The owner of the product becomes discerning about people, his intuition is enhanced.
• When wearing earrings, you can count on getting a well-paid job, which is important for careerists. They are also suitable for businessmen to wear.
• A necklace or pendant with a mineral is suitable for those who despair in life and give up. Energy helps find solutions to complex issues by attracting the right people and opportunities.
• Some magicians claim that products made from this mineral can help people suffering from alcoholism. Energy vibrations give a person the ability to cope with addiction.
• If you purchase a figurine or other piece of furniture made from this green mineral, you can ward off fires and misfortune from your home.

Influence on Zodiac signs

Astrologers say that uvarovite protects Leo. Representatives of this zodiac constellation can quickly realize their life plans and achieve their goals, and the mineral can tame pride.

It is also indicated for Sagittarius and Aries, they should wear jewelry from time to time to enhance their intuition.

Cancers and Scorpios should not purchase jewelry with green emerald. Uvarovite is strictly contraindicated for Pisces. Otherwise, under the influence of the energy of the stone, they will become more tearful and melancholic.

It was noted that the stone harmonizes perfectly with a silver frame. For maximum impact, the products are worn under clothing so they are in contact with the skin.

Therapeutic effect

• Regular visual contact helps cope with the functioning of the nervous system, stabilizes sleep, and fights nightmares;
• If you wear a uvarovite bracelet, you can cleanse the lymphatic system. But those who have problems with the gallbladder should not wear it often;
• For pain of various types, the stone is applied to the painful area and left for several minutes. At the same time, you should relax and clear your thoughts;
• The mineral is recommended for wearing by people with genetic disorders;
• Lithotherapists claim that the mineral is useful for people suffering from headaches and blurred vision.

It is worth wearing after various illnesses, since the crystal perfectly removes toxins.

What and when to wear jewelry with uvarovite

If you need to develop intuition and recognize deception, you need to wear a ring with uvarovite on the finger of your left hand. You can get an answer to your current question by wearing a pendant or pendant.

Uvarovite is most suitable for men. It will have a positive effect on the functioning of the reproductive system and relieve impotence. However, it should be remembered that wearing the gem for too long can negatively affect the functioning of the kidneys and gallbladder. Therefore, people suffering from pathologies of these organs are advised not to use these stones.

The natural beauty of the mineral will always and everywhere highlight its owner, favorably emphasizing his style. Bright green gems look great with white, black and gray clothes.

When wearing jewelry with uvarovite, it is better to maintain a discreet, elegant style. Men can wear a business suit, and ladies a delicate dress. It is not recommended to combine the Ural emerald with everyday items, jeans and jumpers. The exception is small stud earrings, which you can wear for a walk.

Medicinal properties

Supporters of traditional medicine also value this gem very much. It is believed that it gives peace and firmness of spirit, even if you just admire it, repeating positive attitudes to yourself. Depression will recede, and with it the cardiovascular diseases provoked by this condition.

The healing properties of a crystal, even a tiny one, are not limited to the psychological effect: uvarovite is a stone for hypertensive patients. It matters when it is applied to the head: if at the beginning of an attack, the pressure quickly normalizes.

However, doctors warn that you cannot rely solely on the help of the stone; it complements, and does not replace, drug treatment. Hypotonic patients will have to give up contact with green pomegranate, otherwise blood pressure readings will eventually drop to a critical level.

In addition, the mineral is used to treat:

• anemia;
• poor circulation;
• metabolic disorders leading to excess weight;
• headaches, including migraines;
• insomnia;
• impotence in men, lack of sexual desire, shyness in intimate moments in representatives of both sexes.

Frequent contact with this stone promotes overall health, cleanses the body of waste and toxins, improves tone, and strengthens the immune system.

Lithotherapists emphasize: the crystal is too strong, it needs to be worn at intervals of at least several days, and for people suffering from diseases of the excretory organs and gall bladder, such a gem is generally contraindicated.

Care Tips

Like all natural stones, it is best to store uvarovite in a separate place. It should not be exposed to sunlight, the air temperature should be average, and the humidity should be moderate. Due to its natural fragility, the gem must be protected from falls and impacts.

Clean the products with a soft sponge under running water. Lightly dusted stones are wiped with a cloth. In addition to technical cleaning, the mineral needs energetic cleansing. To do this, use a salt-herbal solution or simply pure spring water.

Astrologers say that uvarovite is most suitable for representatives of the fire element: Aries, Sagittarius and Leo. The stone will help them realize their life plans, become successful and at the same time humble their pride and pride.

It will not bring success to Scorpios and Cancers. For these people, the properties of the stone will not manifest themselves in any way. The green mineral is contraindicated for Pisces. Depressed and impressionable individuals will become even more irritable and aggressive.

For Capricorns and Virgos, the stone will give self-confidence and peace of mind. It is recommended to wear the mineral as an amulet for Gemini, Libra and Aquarius.

Astrological compatibility

Uvarovite, according to astrologers, is ideal for the Leo family. The mineral will help Leos improve the course of their lives, as well as achieve their goals.

But Pisces are strictly prohibited from using Ural stone - the mineral will make Pisces whiny, irritable, aggressive, and emotionally unstable.

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

Other signs will receive their gifts from uvarovite:

• Gemini, Aquarius and Libra will find themselves by achieving success in their undertakings.
• Sagittarius and Aries will become indicators of lies.
• For Capricorns, Virgos, and Sagittarius, the gem will protect them from negativity, give them confidence, and bring harmony.

For Scorpios and Cancers, uvarovite jewelry will become only beautiful accessories, bringing neither benefit nor harm.
Is this stone right for you?

Stories about Count Uvarov, state firewood and Prince Dunduk

Those who have read Kuprin’s story “The Garnet Bracelet” are already wondering, based on the description of the jewelry, whether there was some varnish in that bracelet. No, there were demantoid cabochons.

Let's talk about the name. There are many cases where stones are named after the name of the person who found them. Or just some person. This is our case.

Count Uvarov had nothing to do with the discovery of the stone. Uvarovite was first found at the Bisertsky mine (Urals), described by the mineralogist G. Hess, who named the gem in honor of the then president of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

It is unknown what Hess received from the grateful Count Hess for such a gift.

Nowadays, many mineralogists, who are interested in the history of Russia, believe that Uvarov did not deserve such an honor. He is remembered for Pushkin’s evil epigrams.

The count stole government firewood and “tightened the screws” in the management of education.

And the story about inheritance looks absolutely disgusting. The count's wife was the cousin of Sheremetev, one of the richest men in Russia. When Sheremetev became seriously ill, the prudent Uvarov considered himself the only heir of the patient. And he sealed with his personal seal the property of Sheremetev, who was still alive, so that other possible heirs would not steal it. But the patient recovered, and in high society they were indignant at Uvarov’s vile act for a long time.

By the way, Pushkin wrote a poem about this: “For the recovery of Lucullus.” The poems instantly scattered in high society. Who do you think is left to blame in this dirty story with the inheritance - Pushkin. The emperor reprimanded him. It’s true that a raven will not peck out a crow’s eye...

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We will not talk about the too tender relationship between Uvarov and Prince Dondukov-Korsakov. Pushkin said this in a scathing epigram:

“Prince Dunduk sits at the Academy of Sciences. They say such an honor does not befit Dunduk; Why is he sitting? Because well... there is.”

Why such an evil epigram? The prince was an ignorant and limited man. His dear friend Uvarov appointed him to the post of vice-president of the Academy of Sciences. The appointment caused indignation among the enlightened people of Russia.

So think about whether Uvarovit is offended by his name...