It is no secret that over the years, as women, wehave relentlessly searched to look strikingly beautiful; and one of our favorite weapons of choice is gemstones incrusted jewelry. However, they must meet one specific characteristic: to be unique and extravagant like no other. Although some of us are aware, others ignore the mystical properties theseminerals can own. In our ceaseless search, jewelry and ornaments have been created, and transformed, with precious minerals to achieve this goal. In additionto their mystical properties, mineral stones like the exceptional Sunstone are much more than just a simple stone.
Also known as “the aventurescente feldspar“, this mineral is a typically yellow, orange, red, pink or colorless; that far from being common, is characterized by radiating fascinating bright flashes. Thus creating an optical effect on whoever has the pleasure to contemplate it. Not all are able to truly admire this wonderful distinctive property, hence thenameáventurescente (effects of sunlight). This flash of light is emitted from the stone and can only be observed by performing three different actions: 1. moving the stone towards light, 2. moving light itself and 3. movingone´s eye.
It can be found in Australia, Canada, China, Congo, India, Mexico, Norway, Russia, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, United States (Oregon, New York, Virginia, Pennsylvania) and other locations. Oregon deposits were discovered by Native Americans who picked them up, treasured and evenwidely traded with them (sometimes even buried their dead with a small bag of these stones). They can also be found in certain basalt flows in Lake County and Harney County. There, the Sunstone is created asphenocrystswithin the basalt. Basalt flows in Oregon that contain sunstone is mainly found on public lands, and many (productive or promising) are in the hands of mining concessions.
According to ancient beliefs, on an emotional level, this mystical stone was coveted by many because of its alleged power to guide its owner through the journey of life. Likewise, it is assumed that it increases confidence and helps the wearer to find his own nature. It’s thought tomaintainand stimulate its holder´spositive attitude;encouraging good humor, balancingone´s temper and increasing joy. Also, according to legend, it is said that it gives the power needed to take on challenges and projects, that before might be thought off asintimidating.
Furthermore, if you want to stand out, you can rest assure it will attract everyone´s attention if used in jewelry, such as: rings, earrings and necklaces. There are many models of these gemstones, most used and incrusted in jewels, each with a particular characteristic and with a story to tell. Of course, its legitimacy is at the discretion of the belief that each person has.
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