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“To find one’s place is to embrace both the self and the whole—a steady path, guided by unseen threads.”
Red Star Alignment Bracelet features Chalcedony semi-precious stone, Goldstone glass, and Hematine ceramic beads, hypoallergic stainless steel.
The bracelet weighs 12.7 grams, inner diameter is ~18cm
Designed and crafted by Priit Simberg 2023;
Weight | 12.7 g |
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Beads | Goldstone, Hematine, Quartz |
Colour | |
Zodiac Stone | |
Findings | Steel Finish / Jewellery-Grade Stainless Steel |
Cordage | Elastic Thread |
Origin | Handmade in Estonia, 2023 |
Chalcedony, a broad term encompassing numerous varieties of microcrystalline quartz, is known for its wide array of colors, from blue to pink, gray, and more. It’s found globally, with significant sources in Brazil, Uruguay, and India.
The name “chalcedony” is derived from the ancient Greek town of Chalcedon (now Kadıköy, in Istanbul, Turkey). It’s often used interchangeably with names like: Onyx for black with white bands; Agate for banded varieties; Jasper for more opaque, solid colors; Carnelian and Sard for red and brownish-red types; Chrysoprase for green chalcedony; oriental markets also call dyed chalcedony “Jade”, even though it has nothing to do with actual Jade/Jadeite/Nephrite.
Chalcedony resonates with the Moon, symbolizing calmness, balance, and emotional healing. It’s associated with the throat chakra, promoting communication and self-expression. Here’s how chalcedony has been viewed:
Ancient Uses: Chalcedony was used by many ancient civilizations for seals, amulets, and in decorative arts, valued for its protective and healing properties.
Roman Culture: Worn as amulets for protection, chalcedony was believed to bring stability, banish nightmares, and promote mental clarity.
Christian Tradition: Mentioned in the Bible as one of the stones in the High Priest’s breastplate, symbolizing peace and stability.
Modern Metaphysical Practices: Today, chalcedony is used for its soothing energy, helping to alleviate emotional turmoil and enhance group harmony.
Immersion Dyeing: Chalcedony beads are often dyed by soaking them in a dye solution for days to weeks. This method allows the dye to penetrate deeply into the porous structure of the stone, giving a uniform color.
Heat Treatment: Sometimes combined with dyeing, heating can help fix the color or even change the natural color of chalcedony, especially in turning lighter stones into more vibrant shades like carnelian.
Surface Dyeing: For a quicker process, beads might only be surface dyed, which can be less stable but quicker, especially for creating patterns or enhancing natural banding.
Acid Treatment: Before dyeing, chalcedony might be treated with acid to increase its porosity, allowing for better dye absorption, particularly for creating black onyx from lighter chalcedony.
Stabilization: Some chalcedonies are stabilized with resins or polymers before dyeing to enhance color retention and durability of the dye.
Goldstone, also known as sandstone in some contexts, is a man-made glass infused with particles to create a glittering effect. Traditional goldstone is made by melting glass with copper or other metals like cobalt or manganese for color variation. It’s not a naturally occurring stone but is renowned for its sparkling appearance, reminiscent of a starry night sky.
The name “goldstone” comes from its golden sparkles, though it contains no actual gold. It’s also referred to as:
Aventurine Glass due to its similarity to the natural aventurine stone’s shimmer.
Monk’s Gold or Monkstone, from a legend suggesting it was accidentally created by Italian monks.
Stellaria, for its star-like appearance.
Blue Sandstone or Gold Sandstone for colored varieties.
Goldstone resonates with the Sun, symbolizing vitality, ambition, and manifestation. It’s linked to the sacral chakra for creativity and the root chakra for grounding:
Legend of Creation: One story claims goldstone was discovered by accident when copper shavings fell into molten glass, giving it its unique sparkle. This accidental creation is believed to imbue it with energies of chance and luck.
Modern Metaphysical Use: Goldstone is considered a stone of motivation, helping to achieve goals with persistence and determination. It’s thought to enhance one’s confidence and optimism, encouraging a positive outlook.
Melting and Cooling: The base glass is melted with copper oxide in a reducing atmosphere (low oxygen) to create copper crystals. The glass is then cooled slowly to allow these crystals to form, giving goldstone its characteristic glitter.
Color Variation: For blue goldstone, cobalt is used instead of copper; for green, chromium oxide; and manganese for purple, each altering the glass’s color while maintaining the sparkling effect.
Annealing: After the formation of crystals, the glass is annealed to relieve internal stresses, ensuring the goldstone is durable and less likely to crack.
Hematine, often referred to as “Magnetic Hematite,” is a man-made ceramic material designed to mimic the look and feel of natural hematite without its cost and rarity. Created through processes involving iron oxide, barium, and sometimes strontium, Hematine is produced worldwide wherever there’s a demand for cost-effective, magnetic jewelry. Unlike natural hematite, which is an iron oxide mineral, Hematine is engineered for its aesthetic and magnetic properties.
The name “Hematine” is derived from “hematite,” reflecting its intended imitation. It’s also known by alternative names such as: Hemalyke or Hemalike or Magnetic Hematite
While Hematine doesn’t carry the same metaphysical history as natural hematite, it’s embraced in modern practices for:
Magnetic Therapy: Proponents of magnetic therapy believe Hematine can improve blood circulation, reduce pain, and promote healing, leveraging its magnetic properties for health benefits.
Energy Balancing: In metaphysical circles, Hematine is thought to balance the body’s magnetic field, grounding energy, and aiding in stress relief due to its calming, magnetic influence.
Iridescent Hematine, an advancement on traditional Hematine, is a man-made ceramic material engineered to mimic not only the look of hematite but also to display a captivating iridescent sheen. This material is created by adding a thin, transparent coating to the Hematine, which produces an interference effect with light, resulting in a play of colors similar to a peacock’s feather or an oil slick. It’s found wherever there’s a demand for visually striking, affordable jewelry, often in places like China, where it’s produced for global markets.
“Iridescent Hematine” combines “hematine,” a term for synthetic hematite, with “iridescent,” describing its color-changing properties. It’s also known as: Magnetic Iridescent Hematite, Rainbow Hematine
While lacking the ancient history of natural hematite, Iridescent Hematine has found its niche in modern metaphysical use:
Magnetic Therapy: Like regular Hematine, it’s used in magnetic therapy for its supposed benefits in improving circulation, reducing pain, and balancing energies, with the added allure of its changing colors.