One of the minerals belonging to the family of "eye quartz", bull's eye has been revered by people since antiquity. Nature has tried to ensure that the conditions for the birth of a gem make the stone extraordinarily beautiful and attractive. The nugget, reminiscent of the eye of a furious bull, was used by the ancient inhabitants of the Earth for magical and medicinal purposes, descriptions of which have survived to the present day.
History and origin
Mineralogists classify bull’s eye as an independent subspecies of “eye” quartz. However, there is an opinion among scientists that the nugget is nothing more than a tiger’s eye that succumbed to the influence of high temperatures. At the same time, the color scheme of the stone changed from golden-yellow to red-brown, but the properties remained the same.
The era of antiquity gave the mineral popularity. The ancient Romans revered the gem, considering the stone a strong talisman. The clothes of warriors, the harness of their horses, weapons - all these attributes were decorated with a bull's eye. Roman men firmly believed that in this way they protected themselves from death during campaigns and battles.
Did you know that one of the ancient legends tells about how a gem stopped a ferocious bull rushing madly at a man. The beast froze, as if rooted to the ground, when it noticed the stone on the man’s neck. The animal’s aggressiveness instantly disappeared, and the shade of the bull’s eyes exactly matched the color of the mineral.
The bull's eye acquired the status of a sacred stone among the Hindus. When performing the ritual of sacrifice, they placed the mineral along with other objects for the ritual. Gem jewelry was presented to the gods during prayers.
The Indians used the nugget to protect their settlements from predators. To do this, in front of the entrance to the house, pieces of the mineral were laid out, collected in piles, or the houses were covered with stones. In addition, the inhabitants of India believed that the bull's eye absorbs the energy of the Sun, then giving it to a person. Another Indian belief talks about the ability of a stone to warn the owner of danger or illness - the mineral becomes noticeably heavier.
History of the mineral
The name of the mineral is not only due to its appearance. The history of the stone is involved in this. According to legend, the amulet on the man’s neck stopped a furious bull rushing towards him. The color of the animal's eyes was indistinguishable from the color of the mineral.
The mineral owes its popularity to the inhabitants of the Ancient world. The ancient Romans, who were constantly at war, took it as an amulet against injury or death.
The properties of the bull's eye stone were of particular importance to the ancient Hindus. They believed that the mineral would share the accumulated power of the Sun if asked. They lined their homes with gems to prevent wild animals from entering. Sacrifice ceremonies and other rituals were not complete without the sacred stone. Pieces of the mineral were placed in temples.
They carried it with them, knowing that a heavier pebble would warn of danger in this way.
Place of Birth
Deposits of the bull's eye are located directly near the mining sites of its brother, the tiger's eye. The countries of all the world's continents are rich in such finds:
- USA.
- Burma.
- India.
- Russia (eastern Siberia).
- Australia.
The mineral is also mined in Asian countries and southern Africa.
The opinion of lithotherapists
What diseases does the mineral heal?
"As healthy as a bull." This is what they say about people who do not have health problems. Some people have naturally strong immunity, while others are helped by the stone they chose correctly.
A bull's eye amulet will come to the rescue if a person has:
- colds: acute respiratory infections, sore throat;
- infectious diseases that are complicated by fever;
- lung diseases: asthma, bronchitis;
- skin diseases: dermatitis, psoriasis;
- infertility.
Lithotherapists believe that if you wear the stone, it will alleviate the symptoms of the disease, restore the functioning of the immune system, and normalize blood pressure. It will also help fight smoking, alcoholism, and drug addiction.
How to use medicinal properties
Lithotherapists believe that in case of a chronic or protracted illness, the bull's eye amulet spends a charge of energy on the owner's recovery. And as a result, it loses its healing properties. They recommend burying the mineral in the ground for 1-2 years so that it is fully restored.
In order for the stone to help get rid of the disease, adherents of alternative medicine advise wearing it correctly. For skin diseases, it should come into contact with the skin. It would be better if it was a bull's eye bracelet.
A pendant on a short chain will help with pulmonary diseases. And for colds - on a long one, so that the bull's eye amulet is located in the solar plexus area.
The mineral cannot be inserted into a metal frame, as it will lose its healing properties.
Physical properties
The structure of the bull's eye is strong and hard, the mineral does not transmit light. Like all representatives of the “eye” quartz family, the nugget is endowed with a strong shine and a characteristic vertical stripe along the entire length of the stone, which, after cutting, becomes similar to the pupil of a predatory animal.
| Property | Description |
| Formula | SiO2 |
| Hardness | 7 |
| Density | 2.4 - 2.7 g/cm³ |
| Kink | Splintered. |
| Cleavage | Absent. |
| Shine | Silky. |
| Transparency | Opaque. |
| Color | Dense crimson, brown. |
Where is bull's eye mined?
The mineral is not rare; deposits are scattered throughout the planet:
- both Americas;
- Eastern Europe;
- Southeast Asia (Myanmar, India, Sri Lanka);
- Africa (Madagascar, South Africa);
- Australia.
In Russia, reserves are accumulated beyond the Urals.
Deposits of bull's eye are located next to deposits of other "eye" quartz - tiger and cat's eye.
Varieties and colors
The color of the natural mineral is heterogeneous. The chemical composition of the nugget includes Hematite, which gives the stone an iridescent color. When mining, the following shades of gems are found:
- brown;
- terracotta;
- brown.
Depending on the content of other microelements, specimens of burgundy and purple colors are found.
The color of natural stone can be changed in two ways:
- Heat treatment. When exposed to high temperatures, bull's eye acquires a reddish tint or the natural color becomes more saturated.
- Acid treatment. The hydrochloric acid concentrate gives the mineral a variety of unusual shades, after which the bull's eye takes on a resemblance to a cat's eye.
The natural gem attracts with its beauty, and the abilities that nature has endowed it with are truly surprising.
The story of the stone
The first mentions of the stone are found in antiquity, when the inhabitants of Ancient Rome considered it a very strong amulet, and certainly took it with them on military campaigns as a decoration for clothing or weapons. It was believed that if you engraved it, it would protect you from death. Perhaps this superstition arose due to the legend according to which an angry bull did not touch a man thanks to this mineral hanging around his neck. The Hindus considered it sacred and presented it as a gift to the gods; the Indians endowed the gem with the ability to protect the home from attacks by animals.
The healing power of the stone
The nugget received its name not only because of its external resemblance to an animal’s eye. Since ancient times, the gem has been associated with the bull - a beast whose health and power were superior to other animals. Tactile contact with the stone brought recovery from many ailments. Modern lithotherapists have adopted from the ancients knowledge about the capabilities of the bull's eye.
The strong healing energy of the stone is aimed at alleviating conditions and diseases such as:
- pulmonary diseases (asthma, tuberculosis, pneumonia);
- psoriasis;
- infectious diseases accompanied by fever and fever;
- cold;
- female and male infertility;
- gynecological diseases;
- inflammation in diseases of the joints and spine.
Wearing the mineral helps restore and maintain the functioning of the immune system and normalize blood pressure.
This is interesting! In severe cases of the disease, the bull's eye gives up all its energy to cure the disease, so it happens that after complete recovery the stone “dies,” losing its strength, sometimes even crumbling into small particles.
You can restore the strength of a “unbroken” stone by burying it in the ground for a while. If the illness was fatal, such recovery may take several years.
An important area of action of the mineral is the fight against bad habits. The bull's eye will energetically help a person on the path to getting rid of drug addiction or alcoholism. A pendant or earrings with a gem helps you quickly wean off nicotine.
Important! If a mineral is framed in a metal frame, it may lose its healing power.
In addition, the nugget has a positive effect on the psychological state of the owner. The talisman will help get rid of depression, apathy, and moral depression. The vibrations of the mineral have a positive effect on the owner’s mood, enveloping the person in optimism and a positive attitude.
Therapeutic effect
It is not for nothing that the mineral bears a name associated with the bull. This animal is considered one of the healthiest and strongest, which is reflected in the saying “Healthy as an ox.”
Why does the mineral heal?
There are several areas in which the bull's eye specializes:
- Genitourinary system. It should be worn by people of both sexes who want to get rid of infertility and other ailments of the reproductive and urinary systems.
- Dependencies. An amulet with a stone is needed for those who are unable to overcome the craving for tobacco, alcohol, and drugs on their own.
- Psycho-emotional problems . Neutralizes depression, anxiety.
- ARVI. For colds, it relieves fever and fights viruses.
- Dermatology. Heals skin ailments, including severe manifestations of psoriasis, eczema, furunculosis, rashes.
- Pressure. Bull's eye stabilizes blood pressure and is therefore recommended for hyper- and hypotensive patients. Or people for whom it constantly jumps.
- Pulmonary problems . A pendant with an ox stone at the level of the solar plexus is worn for tuberculosis, asthma, pneumonia, and other pulmonary pathologies.
Lithotherapists advise energetically weak or sick people to wear bull's eye from time to time: the pebble will nourish them and strengthen the overall tone of the body.
Features of use
The special energy of the mineral requires respectful handling:
- Bull's eye restores immunity after surgery or other severe or chronic illnesses.
- However, having absorbed too much negative, “sick” energy, he himself becomes ill. This manifests itself in tarnishing and cracking.
- Such a pebble needs to be temporarily buried in the ground. The more dangerous the illness, the longer it will take to recover. Sometimes years.
- If the illness was fatal, the stone will crumble.
In all such cases, you need to buy another decoration or pebble so as not to be left without energy recharge.
A stone used as a healing stone should not be framed with metal. The healing properties will not work. It is better to use bracelets, beads or pendants.
Magic properties
In the world of magic, the bull's eye is credited with the amazing ability to influence a person's consciousness. With the help of this stone, soothsayers establish a spatial-temporal connection and see the mysterious sides of the human subconscious. Since the mineral is very strong energetically, it is recommended to remove it from time to time for those whose vital energy is already overflowing.
The bull's eye acts as a powerful amulet, especially for places of residence or work. The mineral cleanses the entire surrounding space from negativity, helps to find harmony in communication between relatives or team members, and wards off troubles and misfortunes. From the point of view of the teachings of Feng Shui, the gem should be placed in plain sight in order to actively interact with the energy of the room and the people in it.
It is especially important for people whose work is related to financial flows to acquire a bull's eye amulet. Such a talisman can warn the owner about failures and upcoming problems with financial transactions. At the same time, the mineral becomes dull and loses its shine. These amulet signals cannot be ignored; on the contrary, you should pay special attention to them in order to avoid serious troubles.
There is also an opinion that the gem can attract financial well-being. To do this, they wear a necklace with a bull's eye as a decoration or put the talisman in a wallet or bag where the money is. The mineral will help you save existing funds and accumulate new ones.
Important! The bedroom is not a place to store minerals. The bull's eye is capable of draining energy from a person while he is sleeping, which is fraught with the loss of all reserves of vitality. Therefore, the gem should be stored in another room during rest.
For carefree people, for whom every day is a holiday, it is better not to wear amulets made of the mineral. The bull's eye is very strong energetically and the mineral will simply begin to depress a person with such a mental organization, causing overwork. An exception may be when a difficulty arises in life, to overcome which you will need the power of the amulet.
Bull's eye is a mineral of decisiveness and immediate action. Slow people, under the influence of the gem, become more decisive, boldly moving to accomplish actions. The stone loves people endowed with a character that matches it - purposeful, active, independent. The mineral does not favor lazy individuals. As a rule, such people often lose their talismans.
However, no matter who the owner of the mineral is, with prolonged contact the person will feel heaviness and psychological discomfort. This is the influence of the strong energy of the nugget, so it is recommended to wear the talisman only when its support is really needed.
Medicinal properties
The gem symbolizes power and health. According to lithotherapists, during contact of the skin with the bull's eye, energy flows are restored. This promotes faster recovery in the presence of the following diseases:
- pneumonia;
- asthma;
- bronchitis;
- tuberculosis;
- acute respiratory infections;
- tonsillitis (tonsillitis);
- cold;
- infertility;
- dermatitis;
- psoriasis.
Bull's eye is recommended to be worn by people suffering from infectious diseases, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, and pathologies of the genitourinary system. The mineral stops inflammatory processes, strengthens the immune system, stabilizes blood pressure, and has a positive effect on the psychological state.
As a result of prolonged wear of the bull's eye, a person begins to think more positively, apathy and lethargy recede. During treatment, the gem “gives all its strength,” which can lead to its destruction. To “charge” again, the stone is buried in the ground. Restoring the reserve may take several years.
The nugget helps get rid of addictions. Thanks to this, a person with a history of alcohol, nicotine or drug addiction will be cured faster. When choosing jewelry, you should pay attention to the frame. If it is made of metal, then the healing power is unlikely to manifest itself much. Over time, it will completely disappear, therefore, the bull's eye will turn from a powerful amulet into a mineral with a unique color.
Compatibility with other minerals
Bull's eye is a stone of the planet Mars. Considering the planetary “commonwealth”, the mineral does not like proximity to the stones of the Sun, Moon and Jupiter, including:
- Diamond;
- Ruby;
- Hyacinth;
- Amber;
- Aventurine;
- Heliodor;
- Coral;
- Moon rock;
- Beryl;
- Rhinestone;
- Pearl;
- Selenite;
- Lapis lazuli;
- Turquoise;
- Blue topaz;
- Sapphire.
Relations with the wards of Mercury and Uranus also do not work out:
- Agate;
- Amethyst;
- Chrysolite;
- Labrador;
- Fire opal.
Friendly planets for Mars are Pluto and Venus, which include the following minerals:
- Malachite;
- Amazonite;
- Emerald;
- Belomorit;
- Jasper;
- Rauchtopaz.
The friendliness of the patron planets is undoubtedly an important aspect. But it is worth remembering that bull's eye is a strong, independent mineral. It is recommended to wear this nugget separately from other stones, because it will suppress the energy of a weaker fellow, and “disagreements” will arise with a stone of similar strength, which will negatively affect the person’s condition.
Meaning of zodiac signs
People who are passionate about stones, esotericism and astrology have the opinion that the Ox stone itself chooses a person who suits him according to his zodiac sign and temperament. This is a friendly gem and does not harm all zodiac signs. Basically, he pays attention to the character of a person. He likes active and creative people - artists, writers, painters.
First of all, it gives them an incentive to action, develops creative imagination and talents, activating vital forces. The eye mineral is suitable for people who want to develop intuition and predict events and their consequences. People with a melancholic and phlegmatic temperament should wear an energy mineral in special cases that require concentration of energy.
Jewelry with mineral
Bull's eye is considered an ornamental stone, but jewelers love to work with the gem no less than with precious stones. This nugget is framed in precious metals, creating indescribably beautiful pendants, necklaces, rings and earrings.
Famous world brands Roberto Coin and John Hardy presented extraordinary necklaces decorated with impressively sized minerals to connoisseurs from high society. The bull's eye is especially loved by designers of jewelry houses, whose specialization is making jewelry from solid stones.
In addition to expensive collectible items, inexpensive jewelry is made from gemstones, accessible to every woman:
- Bracelets are purchased at an average price of 900 rubles.
- Beads and necklaces vary in price from 500-1200 rubles.
- Earrings start at 1500 rubles.
- Rings cost from 1000 rubles.
Such jewelry complements the image, allowing the fair sex to add attractiveness to the image.
Care
Arm bracelet made of bull's, falcon's and tiger's eyes
Caring for the stone will not cause its owner any special difficulties or troubles:
- Bull's eye is not afraid of sudden temperature changes , so jewelry with it can be safely worn at any time of the year.
- Twice a month it is recommended to wipe the mineral with a piece of damp soft cloth (you can use clean water to wet the cloth). To remove heavy dirt, you can clean the stone with a brush and a solution of liquid soap.
- The hardness of the stone is such that when stored in the same box with other gems, there is no need to worry about its safety. More fragile stones may be damaged, so they should be placed in separate bags or wrapped in flannel.
How to distinguish a fake?
Eye quartz is very popular among craftsmen, but not everyone has access to it in the required quantities. Therefore, there are fakes on the jewelry market:
- Made from composite synthetic material. Such an imitation will have an unnatural shine.
- Made from fiber glass. This analogue has a too bright glare, which is not typical for natural stone.
Only a gemologist using the appropriate equipment can accurately distinguish a fake from a natural stone.
Authentication
A gemologist in a specially equipped laboratory can distinguish a natural mineral from a fake. Therefore, in order not to buy a fake, purchase jewelry from trusted jewelry stores. Pay attention to the following characteristics:
- Weight: Real stone cannot be light. You should feel heaviness when you take it in your hand. A plastic fake will be much lighter.
- Glare: Test the gem in the sun. A sign of a fake is an overly bright glare that a real mineral will not have.
- Shine: if it is not as natural as the original, then the gem is made of a synthetic material.
Another way to distinguish a plastic fake from a real stone is to use a hot needle. Touch the needle to the corner of the product. The plastic will begin to melt and an unpleasant odor will appear.
How to wear and care for it correctly?
It is better to follow simple recommendations, starting with the purchase:
- Never purchase a mineral from the wrong hands - the stone can take on all the negativity from the previous owner, which will not only not help the new owner, but will also cause significant harm.
- If a stone is bought for the purpose of obtaining a talisman, then the frame should be made of silver, and to manifest healing properties it is better to take the gem without a frame.
- It is better to buy any of the eye quartz on the 25th day of the lunar cycle, and start wearing it no earlier than the 11th day of the next lunar phase.
Regarding the selection of jewelry for clothing, the following standard rules are followed:
- Costume jewelry is completely incompatible with fine jewelry.
- Simple jewelry will complement your everyday look, and expensive jewelry will complement your evening outfit.
- We do not combine bull's eye with transparent minerals of bright colors.
A ring with a mineral will add shine to your everyday business look. And to attract success when doing business, such jewelry should be worn on the left hand.
As for care, the gem is very unpretentious. It can be stored together with other jewelry, and water and a soft cloth are suitable for cleaning.
How to care for stone
The bull's eye is suitable even for those people who don't like to bother, because it is unpretentious and very easy to care for:
- The mineral has decent hardness and is not fragile, so it can be stored in a common box with other jewelry without fear that the surface will be scratched.
- It is better to allocate a personal case for the bull's eye chosen as a talisman, since some gems can reduce its magical potential or completely discharge it.
- The stone practically does not react to chemicals, so it can be cleaned with any soap and water. However, it is best to avoid getting frame metal cleaning pastes on the insert. After thorough washing, the stone must be dried with a soft cloth.
Compatibility with names and zodiac signs
From an astrological point of view, the gem will not harm any of the constellations, since it chooses the owner not by the stars, but by personal qualities.
(“+++” – the stone fits perfectly, “+” – can be worn, “-” – is strictly contraindicated):
| Zodiac sign | Compatibility |
| Aries | + |
| Taurus | + |
| Twins | + |
| Cancer | + |
| a lion | + |
| Virgo | + |
| Scales | + |
| Scorpion | +++ |
| Sagittarius | + |
| Capricorn | + |
| Aquarius | + |
| Fish | + |
However, his favorite sign is Scorpio, since its representatives are energetic, purposeful, powerful and strong personalities. The nugget will increase these qualities, attracting good luck to the owner. The mineral will help you find balance in a stressful situation, protect you from the evil eye, and attract financial well-being.
The name patronized by the mineral is Pavel. An amulet with a bull's eye will provide this man with energetic support, which will accompany the owner on the path to his intended goals. With the help of the mineral, Pavel will assert himself, gain willpower and determination, which are so necessary to overcome difficulties.
Magic and astrology
Bull's eye has an effect on consciousness, so the mineral is quite popular among soothsayers, mediums and psychics. The product can become both a home and work amulet. It will help get rid of negative emotions and problems, improve relationships between relatives and colleagues. The bull's eye is a powerful amulet; people who have too much energy are not recommended to wear it all the time. It is strictly forbidden to store the stone in the bedroom. It is best placed in the office and living room. This is due to another feature of the mineral. He is able to take energy from sleeping people.
The bull's eye amulet is most suitable for financiers. A tarnished amulet signals future problems. Such warnings cannot be ignored. The stone attracts prosperity and preserves existing savings.
People who do not think about the future should not wear a bull's eye. It can provoke overwork and despondency, which is dangerous for those who take everything to heart. An amulet can help a person with a fine mental organization in the event of a crisis situation. It will fill the lack of vitality, give you determination, and help you make the right decision. The bull's eye favors independent and purposeful individuals.
This mineral is patronized by Mars, so it is not recommended to combine it with stones of Jupiter, the Sun and the Moon. These include diamonds, hyacinths, aventurines, corals, selenites, lapis lazuli, blue topazes and sapphires. The same can be said about agates, fiery opals, amethysts, and chrysolites. They are the wards of Uranus and Mercury. Bull's eye goes well with malachite, rauchtopaz, amazonite, jasper, emerald, and belomorite. At the same time, we must not forget about the mineral’s love for loneliness, which is due to its strong energy.
The bull's eye chooses its owner based on character and personal qualities. The ideal owner would be Scorpio. Strong people with an active lifestyle are born under this zodiac sign. The gem will attract good luck and financial well-being and help you overcome all difficulties. How to distinguish a real bull stone from a fake?
Eye quartz is often used as an ornamental material when creating unique jewelry. In order not to make a mistake when buying a natural mineral, you need to pay attention to the shine and glare. In a fake bull's eye they are unnaturally bright. The weight can also vary: an artificial gem weighs less than a natural one. To ensure the quality of the purchased stones, you will have to submit them for examination.
Magical energy
Place in the house
The gem is used in the work of mediums and psychics. They claim that the stone has magic that connects three eras. It helps to open the door to the past from the present and with the help of this change the future.
The magical properties of the stone can also be used by an ordinary person. To reveal and improve abilities, the gem needs to determine the correct place in the house.
You cannot store the talisman in the bedroom, it will “sleep” there. It is better to hang it on the right side of the front door: this will protect against damage and the evil eye, robbers and scammers, envious and unkind people.
For active and purposeful people
An amulet made of bull stone is suitable for active, purposeful people who know what they want to get from life. Under his influence, people become courageous and decisive, easily overcoming obstacles.
The gem will not help lazy people who do not set goals for themselves. The mineral will only worsen the situation.
Bioenergetics specialists recommend purchasing a bull's eye talisman for those whose work is related to finance. He will warn the owner about unjustified risks and failures.
Take the amulet with you to negotiations or a major deal. If the stone becomes dull after this, do not rush into making a decision.
Buy a gem if you have an unfavorable work environment and there is no mutual understanding with colleagues. Place the stone on your work area. It will help improve relationships with management, improve the atmosphere in the team, and get rid of negative energy.
Time to buy
For a stone to bring good luck, it is important to buy it on time and wear it correctly. Please follow these guidelines.
It is better to buy a mineral of the eye quartz family on the 25th lunar day. But you can wear it no earlier than the 11th day of the next lunar cycle.
If a stone is needed as a talisman, it must be inserted into a silver frame. As a talisman that heals, you need to choose the option without a frame.
The main thing is not to take the stone from your hands or by advertisement. It is unknown who its previous owner was, and what the gem managed to adopt from him.
You cannot always wear a talisman made of bull stone. Periodically, let both yourself and the stone rest. Otherwise, you risk becoming angry and irritable. Wear the amulet when you need help.
