The name comes from the Persian "firuza" - the winner. The most valuable blueturquoiseno visible inclusions. But often the processing of turquoise comes with the parent rock, so the finishedstonesmay have a variety of inclusions. According to the nature of the inclusions, turquoise is divided into varietal types: veined, interspersed, patterned, reticulated (spider web). Turquoise is opaque. The best jewelry pieces show through in thin layers. Wax gloss. Fragile. Turquoise dissolves in acids. "Does not like" solvents, fats, oils, cosmetics, soaps. Under the influence of these funds, it can become spotty, turn green. When heated above 250°C, the pleasant blue color changes to an inconspicuous green, so care must be taken when soldering products. The different density of turquoise causes increased porosity in less dense samples. Therefore, the properties of turquoise depend on quality. Highly porous turquoise is matte, hardly polished and is mainly used with impregnation. Jewelry turquoise makes up only a small percentage (5-8%, rarely 10-20%) of all mined. If there are brown or black veins in the turquoise secretions, these varieties are called "turquoise queen". Iranian turquoise is especially valuable. Its main deposits are in Iran, USA, China, Mexico, Australia, Peru, Chile, Mongolia, Bulgaria, Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Sudan, Germany, Poland, England, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Armenia.
Currently, turquoise is widely used in jewelry; for inserts into rings, it is treated with a cabochon. Also used in beads, earrings, medallions.
In ancient times, figures of people and animals were often engraved on turquoise rings, and inscriptions were made. For example, in ancient Egypt it was a scarab beetle, symbolizing courage, fatherhood, peace. Turquoise was used to make small plastic arts, for example, cult figurines of deities. Turquoise amulets were very common. In ancient times, in many countries, it was considered a military talisman. Went to the manufacture of ritual masks (Indian tribes of America). Often turquoise was used in combination with shells, corals, pearls and other stones.
Turquoise is very easy to imitate. They imitate turquoise from glass, wood resins, calcite and magnesite, painted ivory, etc. Many successful and widespread imitations have their own names, for example, Viennese turquoise is a heat-treated and pressed mixture of malachite, aluminum hydroxide and phosphoric acid, Neolithic - mixture of copper phosphate and aluminum hydroxide. At present, a technology has been developed for obtaining high-quality synthetic turquoise.
Howlite (kaulite, turquenite) is a mineral, calcium borosilicate. Hardness 3.5. The mineral is gray-white in color with brown and black veins and a silky, waxy luster. The name turkenite/turquenite has been used in the stone carving and mineral trade since the 1970s to refer to the blue variety of howlite. Since 2004, the name "turkenite" or "turkvenite" has been used in some cases in relation to the so-called fortified, as well as ennobled turquoise. It is named after its discoverer - Canadian geologist Henry How - Henry How, 1828 - 1879. Howlite is also called kaulite or howlite, following the English pronunciation.
Kaulite is a synonym for howlite
Silicoborocalcite - a synonym for howlite
Turkvenite - a variety of howlite
Unfortunately, in Russian it does not sound very harmonious, so this mineral is almost always hidden in jewelry called "pressed turquoise". By itself, it is rather nondescript, but when painted under turquoise, it acquires such a beautiful color that it would fit to be called a heavenly stone. The stone is very beautiful, and the jewelry made from it too.
The color of howlite is usually white or grey, and minerals with brown and black veins are often found - as in turquoise. In ultraviolet light, tiny howlite crystals, barely visible to the naked eye, sometimes glow with a yellowish or whitish light. Natural turquoise never comes in large chunks and does not have the porcelain sheen of howlite. In addition, on dyed howlite, small crystals can be distinguished through a magnifying glass, which does not happen on turquoise.
Howlite is easily dyed blue and therefore often acts as a substitute for turquoise. The imitation is very accurate, so such imitations are often passed off as natural turquoise and sold at exorbitant prices.
Beads, cabochons, small figurines are cut from howlite (more often also from painted, from howlite of natural color - rarely). Their polished surface shines like porcelain. Sometimes dyed red and used as an imitation of corals.
Howlite has been known to people for less than two hundred years - this is very little when compared with turquoise and amber, for example. But some abilities of this stone are already known. It stabilizes emotions, prevents outbursts of anger, relieves anxiety. It is said that he is able to absorb the negative energy of negative emotions and divert (absorb into himself) diseases.
This is the talisman of students: schoolchildren and students, scientists and teachers ... This stone is good to wear if you are currently learning something new. Howlite promotes concentration and better assimilation of new knowledge.
Howlite makes a person more sensitive to beauty. Sky-blue colored howlite works especially well in this respect. It is really magnificent and reminds of sunny days, high feelings and aspirations - probably due to the flawless color. Howlite is translucent or translucent at the edges of the specimens. Fragile. Howlite has viscosity due to the fact that it consists of the smallest crystals entangled with each other.
For jewelry, pieces of the mineral are first polished and resemble pebbles when finished, and then painted blue. Howlite is very porous and easily stained, but the paint does not penetrate deeply, so such stones are no longer suitable for carving, and with frequent wear, their surface is abraded. You can find howlite, painted in different tones: pure sky blue, or with a hint of green.
Most likely, the list of properties and wonderful features of the stone is the invention of sellers to maintain interest in the stone. Hence the new legends and the attribution of magical properties to the stone. Does he have them - he probably has them, like any stone, but in order to feel them and feel the influence - you need much more than just buying a stone. So, from what is attributed to howlite (see the beginning above): it can absorb the negative energy of the disease or negative emotions; the white color of howlite symbolizes innocence and at the same time masculine strength; jewelry with howlite helps with depression, pacifies anger, drives away melancholy and anxious thoughts; help with restless dreams or if a person wants to remember past dreams and even past lives; conducts Yin energy and influences anahata and muladhara; can help bring about favorable changes in the environment; increases self-esteem and enhances self-confidence. Since howlite contains calcium, it is believed that it has a positive effect on bones and the balance of calcium in the body. It is said that howlite helps with toothache and has a beneficial effect on the condition of the teeth.
You can take this list seriously, or you can not, but if you like jewelry made from this stone, then you can buy them, and not as an imitation of turquoise, but as a valuable stone on its own.
Turkenite / turkvenite- a very beautiful stone in blue-blue tones, obtained by staining the magnesite mineral with dyes based on copper oxide. It has a rich blue color and black veins, very similar to turquoise. Turkenite is also accepted in the market of stones and jewelry name of various turquoise imitations. Most often, under this name, blue-colored minerals are found. magnesite (magnesium carbonate) And howlite (calcium borosilicate). Therefore, turkenite is also called "blue magnesite" or "blue howlite". Turkenite is in constant demand as a cheap replacement for turquoise, the color of which is also due to copper.
Very often, turkenite is sold under the guise of turquoise as a fake, but in vain - turkenite is wonderful in itself, so if you sell jewelry with turkenite, they will be in great demand because they are beautiful, especially since this stone is incomparably cheaper than natural turquoise.
Since ancient times, people have liked turquoise, it is not for nothing that it is so popular, and today turkenite, as its analogue in appearance, can take its rightful place among our jewelry.
Turkenite, in fact, has the properties of magnesite, since it is in fact.
It is useful for people who want to start a family. Helps young men and women to choose a life partner, divorced - to find a new couple. The mineral has a beneficial effect on children. It strengthens relationships between relatives.
According to the horoscope, magnesite (and magnesite-based turkenite) is most suitable for Gemini. It restrains their excitement, protects them from losses and losses. Capricorn and Libra helps to get the most out of any situation.
As a talisman, it protects its owner from dangers along the way, natural disasters, therefore it is recommended for travelers, geologists, sailors, truck drivers, and all those whose activities are related to movement.
Since 2004, the name "turkenite" or "turkvenite" has been used in some cases in relation to the so-called fortified, as well as ennobled turquoise. Natural turquoise is never in large pieces and does not have a porcelain sheen.
Tinted howlite is often such a clever imitation of turquoise that it is almost impossible to distinguish it from the real stone. BUT: the paint does not penetrate deep into howlite, making it unsuitable for stone carving.
When polished, howlite acquires a porcelain luster; this property can also be used to identify natural turquoise. Magnesite in its original natural form is similar to marble. To imitate turquoise, a crystalline variety of the mineral is used. Turquoise can be distinguished from it (as in the case of howlite) by the shallow coloration of magnesite.
Howlite and magnesite in the jewelry industry also act as independent stones of natural (whitish or gray, sometimes yellowish) color.
The name of howlite stone is unfamiliar to many, because it is often used as an imitation of more expensive minerals. It began to be used independently in jewelry only in recent years.
This mineral was discovered relatively recently - in 1868. It was found by geologist Henry Gova, after whom the mineral was named. However, you can also find other names: turkvenite, howlite, kaulite.
The small popularity of the stone is also associated with small volumes of production. About five deposits are known in the world: in Nova Scotia, the USA, Germany and Serbia, half of which have not yet been developed.
However, howlite stone is worth paying attention to. It makes beautiful inexpensive jewelry and figurines. It also has the ability to absorb and neutralize bad energy.
Chemically, it is calcium borosilicate. Most often found in the form of growths resembling sprouts of cauliflower of a dirty gray color. This form is explained by the fact that in the process of crystallization the mineral increases in volume, displacing other compounds. But some remain sandwiched between parts of the mineral. This creates a dark mesh.
The properties of the stone are described in the table:
The mineral has a high viscosity due to the large number of crystals tightly linked to each other.
The stone has a high porosity, it is susceptible to dyes. This property was noticed by jewelers, and they began to tint it, making imitations of more valuable minerals. Most of all, it looks like. Often, even white howlite is given out for it, claiming that it is a young turquoise.
Howlite of blue-green color has a separate name - turquenite and is the official imitation of expensive turquoise. Outwardly, it is difficult even for a specialist to distinguish one mineral from another. We will tell you more about this later.
There is nothing wrong with such jewelry if the seller honestly reported the origin of the mineral. Such products are inexpensive, but they look no worse than with real turquoise. In addition, they have magical properties, which is not the case with plastic, glass fakes or artificial crystals.
However, other minerals also imitate them. The red color makes it look like, and the dark blue makes it look like. More and more often come across products made of raw stone: beads or bracelets. Less common are rings framed in cupronickel. Sometimes howlite is tinted with bright fantasy colors: fuchsia, green apple and others.
The healing properties of howlite
As a healing agent, the stone is little studied. Lithotherapists suggest using it to relieve pain. To do this, the mineral must be applied to the sore spot. Especially it helps with toothache, headache, joint, muscle pain.
Howlite has a high heat capacity - it retains heat for a long time. This makes it a good massage tool. The heated stone is used to treat cellulite and varicose veins. But we must remember that heat treatment in some cases can be harmful. For example, with inflammation and high temperature. It is better to consult with a specialist before use, who will give clear recommendations.
At the energy level, howlite stone has a beneficial effect on the body of a pregnant woman and a child. It keeps the expectant mother in good shape, reduces the risk of pathologies in the fetus. Another useful property of howlite is that it relieves tension and anxiety, relieves stress and depression.
magical properties
Howlite is able to absorb not only dyes, but also negative information. In this regard, it is used for such purposes:
- withdrawal of aggression. This works in several directions: it extinguishes the negativity coming from other people, does not allow the aggression of the owner of the stone to pour out;
- relieves stress and anxiety;
- soothes before sleep and meditation;
- relieves nightmares;
- makes the outlook on reality and people more positive;
- The owner will become patient, relieves irritability;
- helps to forget grievances;
- gives rise to selflessness and altruism in the soul.
It is recommended to be worn by anyone who is in a difficult situation and cannot find a way out, who is very nervous, stressed, subjected to moral pressure or very tired at work. Howlit supports those who are disappointed in life, people, and from this become callous and unresponsive. The stone is able to soften the character of the owner, show the charm of the world and open up sources of inspiration. Thanks to this feature, howlite becomes the patron of creative people who are at an impasse. The talisman shows reality in a new light, increases susceptibility to beauty, gets rid of frames, borders, patterns. This helps to develop your own style in creativity and occupy a new niche.
Howlite is a stone of knowledge. It is suitable for people who are in search of new knowledge and skills. These are not necessarily intellectual workers: students, teachers, scientists. Every person in the course of life learns, learns new things, improves. The stone contributes to this.
- improves memory;
- opens up new sources of knowledge;
- cultivates patience and diligence;
- helps to concentrate in any situation;
- shows the sources of application of knowledge.
Howlite should be taken with you to an interview or an important meeting that causes anxiety. It clarifies the mind, reaction, calms, makes a person insightful. Howlite will also make its owner charismatic and charming.
Magicians and psychics use howlite for meditation. To do this, the stone must be placed between the eyebrows and enter into a meditative state. The amulet helps to concentrate and focus on your inner world, tune in to the same wave with the Universe, open the subconscious. This will help in astral travel through past incarnations. But this requires special skills. An untrained person can put a stone under the pillow to see prophetic dreams.
Howlite is not suitable for every zodiac sign. Its main influence is to provide support in exactly what is needed. A person may not guess how to change himself, but the stone sees this and corrects it. With the Howlite stone, the goals will become clear and understandable, and it also helps to achieve them.
- Virgos are distinguished by intolerance towards others, harsh judgments and a critical attitude towards reality. The talisman will soften their temper;
- Taureans are prone to internal torment and doubt. Howlite will calm the calf. will be sure;
- Capricorn is the most stubborn sign. He cannot be turned off the intended path and not convinced of his innocence. He has to check everything himself. The stone will reduce these manifestations, make the representatives of this zodiac sign flexible;
- scorpio - seething passions. I love it, I hate it. Their favorite technique is theatrical tantrum to attract attention. Howlite will calm the scorpion, cool passions and take attention to more interesting things.
You should not wear howlite to archers, lions, rams. It will make them dull and depressing. It will have a neutral value on the rest of the signs. But everyone can awaken the power of the stone with conspiracies. For this, it is not necessary to pronounce special words.
Conspiracy procedure:
- Clean the stone in running water or salt.
- Charge with the energy of the sun, moon and wind - hold the talisman on the window for a day.
- Before the ceremony, hold the stone in your hands, warm it with your warmth, imagine how it is filled with energy.
- Whisper your thoughts to the stone, talk about problems and goals.
It is important that no one interferes during this. You should also be in a good mood and well-being. Any extraneous thought can disrupt the energy of the stone.
Additionally, you can apply symbols depending on the faith: Slavic signs, runes, a Christian cross.
But even after that, the stone will not necessarily help. You need a strong faith in the action of the stone and an energetic connection with it. If the amulet does not cause any emotions, then it will be useless.
Howlite products
Howlite itself is almost never forged - there is no need for this. He himself is a fake.
It is difficult to distinguish it from turquoise. Some ways:
- not so shiny - after polishing it remains slightly matte, waxy;
- howlite is softer, which means it scratches more easily;
- dyed howlite fades over time. In the chips, an uneven distribution of color is visible.
You can also judge by price. Quality is expensive. If the price of beads is 500 rubles, then this is a fake. It is better to buy jewelry in trusted stores that value their reputation and can present a certificate for the product with a description of the origin of the stone and its processing.
Howlite is capricious in care. It cannot be dropped or hit. From this, he quickly splits. Also, it must be protected from mechanical damage and removed during sports and tidying up - scratches quickly appear on the stone. Particular care must be taken with colored stones. They can fade from the sun and water. In the summer, such products should not be worn again in the summer and should not be wetted unnecessarily.
Howlite is a deceiving stone. But it was not nature that made him so, but man. The mineral is not offended and is ready to support, making its owner better.
Howlite is a semi-precious stone that is calcium borosilicate in composition. Other names: turkvenite, kaulite, "pressed turquoise". For the first time, a stone was found in eastern Canada, the Nova Scotia Peninsula, and they gave it the name of the geologist G. Gove, who discovered it.
In nature, the mineral is usually found in a gray hue with dark veins.
History and origins
First discovering howlite specimens during excavations in the Canadian peninsula of Nova Scotia, Henry Howe (Henry How, 1828 - 1879) gave him his name. This is a chemist, geologist and mineralogist originally from Canada. Other names have been attached to various shades.
So the specimen blue in tone was called kaulite (howlite), and the white specimen was called turkvenite. Discovered not so long ago (1868), the mineral does not include fairy tales and legends in its history. Its structure was studied quite rationally.
However, the stone also has romantic names. The peoples of North America call it the sacred or white bison. Howlite, when discovered, is of no less importance to humans than ancient geological finds.
Healers use it to influence nature, making rituals against disasters and the elements. He fell in love with the ministers of the church and the royal families, who are happy to wear jewelry with a stone. A variety of white coloring distinguished the owner from the crowd of commoners.
Place of Birth
In nature, the stone is not very common, being formed in evaporite pools. These are precipitated saturated saline solutions rich in calcium and boron. The largest deposits are located in the state of California of America. In Canada, natural stone is also found in the form of lamellar crystals.
Howlite is found in Serbia and Germany (Lower Saxony). Until now, it is mined in the place of the initial discovery, but new mines have also been discovered. There are lumps of various sizes, the largest of which (California) weighs 500 kg. There are not so many deposits in total, so Howlite is classified as one of the rare minerals.
Physical properties
Howlite has a radiant-radial structure, it comes in different sizes and shapes. Also, its structure is porous.
There are spherical specimens, elongated and flattened, with complete transparency or lack of it. Glitter can be both glassy and matte, the mineral is fragile, although it can withstand pressure, it dissolves in some acids. It is easy to process, cut.
| Properties | Description |
|---|---|
| Formula | Ca2B5SiO9(OH)5 |
| Hardness | 3,5 |
| Density | 2.5 - 2.6 g/cm³ |
| Syngony | Monoclinic. |
| Cleavage | Missing. |
| kink | Smooth. |
| Shine | Silky. |
| Transparency | Transparent around the edges. |
| Color | Bluish, white, grey. |
Howlite is often dyed because of its unattractive natural appearance. Apply green and blue shades, imitating. At the same time, even professionals find it difficult to distinguish a fake. Coloring is also done in red tones like corals.
Medicinal properties
Howlite is good for bones and joints.
- From it, fractures quickly grow together and accompanying wounds heal.
- The body maintains the norm of calcium (which also represents a large part of its composition).
- The mineral is recommended for pregnant women.
- Teeth when wearing howlite also receive a beneficial effect. The symptom is pain.
Beads, necklaces are favorable for the heart and blood vessels, strengthen immunity to stress. Masseurs often use healing stone in their work because of its high heat capacity. They fight cellulite, varicose veins, joint diseases, warm up a person before procedures.
There are various techniques by which Howlite affects the body and organism. They notice the normalization of mass, an increase in the resistance of the whole organism. The walls of blood vessels and nerves are strengthened. A person is less visited by depressive disorders. It is necessary to add the use of this heat conductor in the pathology of the joints and blockage of blood vessels
magical properties
The magical properties of Howlite are the ability of the stone to drive away anxiety, soften aggressiveness. He shows such qualities in the composition of jewelry. A white-colored mineral is intended to symbolize purity, eternity, innocence, but also strength and dignity.
It is he who is popular with magicians, purifying thoughts. Howlite is popular among dream interpreters because it is considered to be conducive to remembering dreams and interpreting them. Higher powers at the same time warn of changes, future events.
The magical stone Howlite is called the talisman of knowledge, the patron of students because of the help in mastering skills.
- By focusing on the comprehension of the sciences, he makes mastering easy.
- Helps with exams and interviews.
- Creates a good impression about the owner.
The gem stimulates self-improvement. It is suitable for "eternal students", intellectuals who constantly master knowledge in various fields. His strength is directed to the disclosure of abilities in studies.
Jewelry with a mineral
Howlite is a gemstone used to make talismans and amulets. It is worn by people who respect good qualities in themselves. Under any circumstances, it helps to maintain dignity, and also supports the character of the owner and gives self-confidence to the individual.
Jewelry - talismans are made from a white variety of a natural mineral. Once sanded and shaped, it's ready to carry in your bag, pocket, or decorate your desktop.
In particular, this is an amulet for dentists who keep stones in their office. It is believed that he makes the speech kind, and the hand light, which is important for a specialist of this profile. As well as professionalism is constantly improving. People of many other professions also acquire Howlite as their talisman.
The use of a gem in jewelry involves the creation of a variety of crafts. The price of products made from this semi-precious stone is not very high, it is available to everyone. The white variety is a material for creating luxurious jewelry.
The compatibility of the mineral with metals: silver, gilding allows you to make original jewelry for all occasions. Jewelers love howlite, which is combined with various colors and shades in jewelry. Beads, bracelets, decorative items for interiors, figurines are made from it.
So jewelry made from natural stones (Howlite) has a cost of 400 rubles for earrings to 1500 rubles for bracelets. Things with ion-plated rose gold can be valued up to 8,000 rubles.
Varieties
Varieties of stone are determined by color. Natural specimens are rather gray in color with black, gray, brown streaks. Some of the specimens take on a yellow tint under ultraviolet light. Radiance has a solar sheen. But in most cases, natural coloring is not too good.
Attention! To make Howlite attractive, beautiful, it is dyed turquoise or.
Sky blue artificial coloring can teach a person to love beauty. The color is so flawless and gorgeous that it makes the mood sunny and uplifting. At the edges of the sample, the mineral is translucent because it has transparency.
When making jewelry, the stone is first ground to a state of pebbles. Then they are dyed, which is done simply because of the porous structure. The paint cannot penetrate very deep, so the specimens are no longer processed. In addition to the heavenly color, Howlite is given a greenish tint.
How to distinguish a fake?
Knowing that Howlite can be dyed or even created artificially, I want to learn how to distinguish natural samples from fakes. More often it is offered as turquoise, with which, after processing, a great similarity appears.
But the internal structure and physical qualities remain completely different. The differences between turquoise and Howlite are primarily determined by the cost. The price of a fake stone is much lower than a natural copy. By this parameter, you can navigate when choosing jewelry.
In addition to turquoise, Howlite is used as an imitation of coral. Jewelers use it as a natural substitute. However, stone jewelry has a very attractive appearance. The white variety is used to make luxury items. Many people can buy them.
If you need to distinguish natural turquoise from a fake, not to confuse it with colored Howlite, you should pay attention to the physical properties. In the second case, the stone is light and soft, and after staining, the color is not too bright. Then the cost will be much lower (Howlite).
White or gray natural stone can be illuminated with ultraviolet light. At the same time, Howlite crystals glowing yellow or white are sometimes seen. The same crystals can be seen on a colored stone, but this effect does not happen in turquoise.
Imitation when painted in blue is sometimes very plausible, with the result that Howlite is sold at exorbitant prices. It also has a porcelain sheen when the surface is polished.
Caring for stone products
Howlite is recommended to be stored tightly packed in a dark place. Cleaning is done in warm water, without using soap solutions or ammonia. Such substances can spoil the brilliance and color of the stone. And highly concentrated compounds even distort the shape.
The surface of specimens that have been stained after grinding may wear off, from which it should be protected.
Compatibility with names and zodiac signs
(“++” - the stone fits perfectly, “+” - can be worn, “-” - is categorically contraindicated):
| Zodiac sign | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aries | - |
| Taurus | ++ |
| Twins | + |
| Cancer | + |
| a lion | - |
| Virgo | ++ |
| scales | + |
| Scorpion | ++ |
| Sagittarius | - |
| Capricorn | ++ |
| Aquarius | + |
| Fishes | + |
Astrology indicates 4 signs of the zodiac that need howlite:
- Taurus (charm).
- Virgo (strength).
- Scorpio (confidence)
- Capricorn (industriousness).
From the first day of acquiring a stone, these representatives feel its favorable influence on themselves. There is tolerance for others, perseverance in solving problems. But the other three signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius are among those to whom Howlite is extremely harmful.
Possession of it will only lead to disappointment, sadness. The rest of the zodiac constellations, or rather, people related to them, can have this stone and live in friendship with it. It does no harm, being a mineral of a calm nature.
Astrological properties are scientifically revealed, thanks to which it is known to whom Howlite suits. The greatest auspiciousness can be felt immediately after the acquisition. Kaulite is not worn by representatives of the fire elements, because it prevents the manifestation of emotions. The necessary character traits will be lost.
Attention! Depending on the case, Howlite can be harmful and beneficial. You need to choose it in amulets in a deliberate way.
The zodiac sign is not the only parameter for the compatibility of a person with a stone. It may also be worn by people with the following names.
- Vera.
- Dmitry.
- Elisha.
- Makar.
- Nina.
- Julia.
Blue stones are suitable for Libra, Gemini, if they like them. They are chosen by geologists, sailors, travelers as protection against dangers that can happen along the way.
Note
Like the Christian image, Saint Tatyana Govlit is the patron saint of students. Helps to develop a craving for science, to learn the material, concentrates.
And also enhances the charm of the owner. It's not just about how the stone looks. It can be carried in your pocket. At the same time, he makes a person so sociable that it helps to establish educational contact. The mineral constantly stimulates a person to improve.
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Howlite is a very rare, but relatively inexpensive stone. It received this name in honor of its discoverer, Canadian geologist Henry Gove. In terms of chemical composition, this mineral is similar to calcium borosilicate, and in jewelry it is often “disguised” under the brand name “pressed turquoise”. Nature has generously endowed howlite with unique healing and magical properties, so jewelry made on its basis is in great demand.
Medicinal properties
The presence of calcium determines the main healing properties of howlite. According to experts, it has a beneficial effect on the human musculoskeletal system, accelerates the healing of fractures, strengthens teeth, and maintains the proper level of calcium in the body. For the same reason, wearing stone jewelry is useful for pregnant women, because a large amount of this mineral is required for the formation of the baby's bone tissue.
It is also believed that howlite necklaces and beads harmonize the activity of the cardiovascular system, strengthen the immune system, help to cope with stress, depression and obsessive fear. Howlite is a favorite stone for masseurs because it retains heat very well. It is effective for cellulite and joint diseases.
magical properties
Howlite, which has its own natural color, has magical and healing properties. It symbolizes purity, innocence and great male power at the same time. Jewelry with a mineral will help clear the mind of evil intentions, pacify anger and passions, resolve internal contradictions and doubts.
This stone serves as a reliable talisman for students because its unique energy focuses on the learning process. It is also suitable for public people, as it enhances self-esteem, self-confidence, attractiveness, charm and charisma of its owner.
Howlite is especially highly valued by interpreters of dreams. They are convinced that the mineral helps to remember forgotten dreams and even fragments from a past life. Connoisseurs of minerals also refer to its magical properties the ability to make favorable changes in the surrounding space.
Howlite pushes its owner to continuously move forward, forcing them to constantly improve.
The meaning of the signs of the zodiac
Howlite has an exceptionally beneficial effect on Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio and Capricorn. We can say with full confidence that this is their stone: representatives of the mentioned signs of the Zodiac will feel its strength and positive influence from the very first days of owning the mineral. They will acquire such important qualities as perseverance in achieving the goal and tolerance for the people around them.
At the same time, representatives of the signs of the fire element - Aries, Leo and Sagittarius - wearing howlite jewelry and amulets is categorically contraindicated. The stone can inspire them with irresistible sadness and bring a lot of disappointment.
For other signs, this mineral is absolutely neutral. That is, it will not cause harm, but it will not bring much benefit either, because according to its magical characteristics, howlite is one of the most “calm” gems.
Colors and varieties of the mineral
By itself, howlite at first glance seems to be a rather inconspicuous pebble. It comes in grey, white and light brown colors, with dark streaks adding variety. But since this mineral has a porcelain luster and a porous structure, it is easy to paint it in any other color. Craftsmen give preference to blue-green and bluish hues, due to which the stone becomes like an expensive respectable turquoise. Moreover, the similarity is so strong that even recognized masters can not distinguish a fake from the original. Most often, a variety of howlite is used for this purpose - turquenite. Giving it a blue tint is especially easy.
When stained red, the mineral perfectly imitates corals, which is also used by jewelers. However, howlite can be sold in its natural color, while calling it “mystified white turquoise” to increase the price and consumer demand.
Unlike many other gems, howlite was only discovered two centuries ago. It can only be found in evaporite pools found in Canada, the USA, Germany, and Serbia.
Stones have long been given great importance. It was believed that they are able to bring good luck and heal people. Many still believe in this and use precious or semi-precious stones for good luck or healing. But do all stones have such properties?
Each of them has its own property and meaning. One of the most unusual stones in its properties is howlite. Where did he come from? He got his name by geologist Henry Gove. He discovered this mineral in 1868 in Canada. The United States and Canada are considered to be the deposits of howlite. But recently this mineral has been found in Germany and Serbia.
Currently, it is quite rare. Nevertheless, at a price it is quite affordable and managed to gain popularity.
Howlite does not have a special origin story, but its properties speak for themselves. The mineral itself has several names:
- Silicoborocalcite
- Kaulite
- Turkvenite (turkenite)
Caulitis usually grey, white with black veins. It is almost always matte in color, but there are also transparent stones.
The healing properties of howlite stone
Like many minerals, howlite has healing properties. Since calcium is the basis of the stone, its influence extends mainly to:
- fracture bone repair
- strengthening the entire skeletal system
- effect of calcium in the body
This stone will be an excellent talisman for the future baby. It will help shape his skeletal system. Therefore, it is recommended for pregnant women wear as a talisman.
It has a beneficial effect on the immune system and helps with diseases associated with the cardiovascular system.
Its use is also relevant for therapeutic massage, as it is able to retain heat. Massage with heated stones is used in the treatment of sciatica and joints. It will also have a good effect with anti-cellulite massage.
If heated turkvenite is carried over the body, it will improve blood circulation and strengthen the muscles. Howlite stone is also able to relieve pain and cleanse the body of harmful toxins.
Howlite and magic
The magic of howlite stone is mesmerizing. It is believed that he helps the soul to leave the body and travel. But it is available to people who practice meditation. To make such a journey, it is necessary to enter a state in which the consciousness will be separated from the body, while applying howlite to the level of the third eye (center of the forehead).
Some believe that howlite helps to communicate with higher powers. To do this, you need to hold the mineral in your hand during meditation. He is always open for communication with space. The impact clears the mind and calms. That is why it is so important for meditation.
The impact of stone on memory and psyche
Howlite has its impact on the human psyche. It will help to calm down after emotional experiences, improve mood. But only stones of natural color have such properties. White howlite is considered medicinal. It is he who will help to cope with emotional experiences.
People who are constantly exposed to stress, anger, incontinence need to wear it on themselves. It is believed that the waves emitted by kaulite are able to influence the mind of a person, thereby calming him. Those who constantly wear this stone become less irritable.
If you wear it constantly in a pendant or bracelet, negative reactions will bypass. He will bring the upset psyche to a calm state. Even a person will look at the world around him in a completely different way. He will perceive only good or neutral moments in life, discarding the negative.
Through its ability to purify the mind and consciousness, howlite opens the possibility of displaying unusual abilities. It enhances intuition and can reveal super abilities that have long been laid down by nature.
Turkvenit will allow any person to perceive any amount of information. Therefore, it is so useful for students and people related to science.
In order for the study of the material to be perceived quickly, you need to put on a stone or simply hold it in your hand. In this case, the studied material will not only be well absorbed, but will also be applicable quite easily in practice.
Kaulite will help not only in the preparation and study of the necessary material. It will also come in handy on the actual exam or test. The stone will help both focus and quickly recall the necessary information.
The influence of howlite stone on the signs of the zodiac
Almost every stone has an influence on the sign of the zodiac. Howlite has such an impact. He will be a great help. for Virgo, Taurus, Capricorn and Scorpio. Each sign gets what it needs the most. He helps virgins to pacify intolerance and anger, Capricorn gets rid of stubbornness, Taurus copes with internal torments, and he calms Scorpio and frees him from passions.
But some signs of turkvenite have a negative effect. These are the signs of Sagittarius, Leo and Aries. It makes them sad and depressed. And this affects all areas of life. For other signs of the zodiac, its effect is neutral. Therefore, they can easily be used for both magical and medicinal purposes.
Howlite is considered an inexpensive but interesting stone. It's being used in the manufacture of beads, pendants, bracelets, earrings. Turquenite goes especially well with silver.
Some mistakenly think that howlite is related to turquoise and often refer to it as white turquoise. This mineral has nothing in common with it either in properties or in structure. However, it is dyed blue to mimic turquoise. They also paint it red, passing it off as coral. If a professional is engaged in such things, then it is very difficult to distinguish a fake.
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