Onyx is the oldest precious stone known to the world. Mineralogists refer it to the family of agate. The identification sign of the gem is the multicolored strips that dot its "body". Their thickness can be different, from the smallest micron to clearly visible 2-3 millimeters. This natural pattern gives the mineral a special beauty and elegance. The glitter of the stone is wax, the play of light on its surface makes the jewelry of the jewelers especially charming and attractive.
Onyx - the story in detail
What is interesting onyx (stone)? The properties of the stone will begin to describe with its name. It is consonant with the Greek word, translated into other languages as a "nail." And the ancient name of the mineral is close to the same value. It is related to the shape of the gem, most often found in nature and very reminiscent of the thumbnail of the human hand. In general, it has a very very ancient history of onyx (stone). The properties of the stone and he himself are mentioned in the chapters of the Genesis of the Old Testament, and then on the remaining pages of the Bible. For example, King Solomon was very fond of and appreciated minerals, decorated them with his throne, wore in rings and rosaries. About this the Holy Book narrates in great detail. And then it was mined on the territories of today's Egypt, Algeria, India and Afghanistan onyx (stone). The properties of the stone were studied by sages, healers, magicians and alchemists. Samotsvety with strips of black or white shades they also began to call chalcedony. And minerals, "dressed up" in a white and brown-brown "sailor" - sardonyxes.
Onyx in magic
Ancient civilizations - Egyptians, Indians, Sumerians - considered sacred onyx (stone). The properties of the stone as a magical amulet were used when the statues of deities were inserted. They did it with such skill that the black stripes were neat on the pupils' place. When the light fell on them, their eyes glittered and shimmered, as if alive. And it seemed that the statues were watching the mere mortals, as far as they were fulfilling their will. Moreover, the priests and mages were absolutely sure - idols really see everything, because it includes a stone-onyx magical properties associated with the gift of prophecy, insight, all-seeing. For the same reason, it is from this mineral that the experienced jewelers of Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome knew how to carve gems with ritual and sacral signs, pentagrams, and drawings even before our era. Yes, and onyx itself in times immemorial, too, often called gemma or jam.
Esoteric properties of stone
This precious stone is considered an indispensable guardian for those who are seriously engaged in magic, communicates with spirits, visits the astral world. After all, on the one hand, it absorbs, neutralizes all negative, negative, hostile energetics, "let down" on the owner of the mineral. And on the other hand, it attracts healthy energy, accumulates the protective, vital forces of the body. Those who carry onyx become persistent, self-assured, stop being hypocritical, just fear. Rulers, people public, representatives of justice ring with a mineral can be useful as a talisman, protecting from sudden death. The ancient Aztecs especially appreciated the stones of a juicy color, reminiscent of the green apple trees. It was believed that they have the greatest magical power. And the Hindus in him saw a source of constant luck. In addition, as a sedative amulet for depression, neurasthenia, unbalanced psyche, also applies onyx. The stone of the property (the sign of the Zodiac plays not the least role) therapeutic realizes primarily for those patients who were born under the sign of Capricorn, Libra, Taurus, Aquarius and Cancer. To male representatives of them, he increases potency. And in the lithotherapy specialists recommend to put hot stones on sick sites and thus drive out the ailments.
This is such a wonderful stone!