Zircon by Maryann Sanfilipp!
Zircon, along with Tanzanite and Turquoise is a gemstone for December. It is often confused with cubic zirconia due to the similarity of the names. Although it comes in several colors, the most popular color is blue. It is believed to have grounding properties and can help with mental clarity, self-confidence, and personal growth. The name Zircon derives from Persian ‘zargun’ that means gold hued. It's likely that the Persians encountered only a certain variety of zircon since the mineral can also be green, blue, dark red, purple, brown, and even black. Gemologists speculate that zircon is one of the oldest minerals on the planet. Its age is approximately 4 billion years.
In England, zircon served as an embellishment for caskets, snuff boxes, and jewelry. Since the 1930s, the mineral has been utilized in industry. Zircon is found in volcanic, metaphorical, and marine rocks. Major mining sites are located in Madagascar, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Cambodia, Mozambique, Australia, Russia, and India.
Zircon is believed to be able to heal various ailments and alleviate pain. It’s also used by those on the path to overcoming their addictions. Here are some of the health benefits of using this beautiful crystal: relieve common ailments such as fever and allergies, pain relief, female health, respiratory illnesses, addiction, glandular health and digestion.
Emotionally, it is said to help with grief, depression, detoxification, self-confidence, mental clarity and balance. In addition, it is said fight insomnia and nightmares and promote healthy sleep. It can strengthen intuition and act as a protective shield against evil and negativity. It can also attract wealth and good fortune.
Today, zircon is a talisman of business people. It can suggest the right decision and showing the shortest path to success. Clear zircons promote mental development, spark interest in science, and help in trading.
What an all-around beautiful crystal for the month of December!
Zircon, along with Tanzanite and Turquoise is a gemstone for December. It is often confused with cubic zirconia due to the similarity of the names. Although it comes in several colors, the most popular color is blue. It is believed to have grounding properties and can help with mental clarity, self-confidence, and personal growth. The name Zircon derives from Persian ‘zargun’ that means gold hued. It's likely that the Persians encountered only a certain variety of zircon since the mineral can also be green, blue, dark red, purple, brown, and even black. Gemologists speculate that zircon is one of the oldest minerals on the planet. Its age is approximately 4 billion years.
In England, zircon served as an embellishment for caskets, snuff boxes, and jewelry. Since the 1930s, the mineral has been utilized in industry. Zircon is found in volcanic, metaphorical, and marine rocks. Major mining sites are located in Madagascar, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Cambodia, Mozambique, Australia, Russia, and India.
Zircon is believed to be able to heal various ailments and alleviate pain. It’s also used by those on the path to overcoming their addictions. Here are some of the health benefits of using this beautiful crystal: relieve common ailments such as fever and allergies, pain relief, female health, respiratory illnesses, addiction, glandular health and digestion.
Emotionally, it is said to help with grief, depression, detoxification, self-confidence, mental clarity and balance. In addition, it is said fight insomnia and nightmares and promote healthy sleep. It can strengthen intuition and act as a protective shield against evil and negativity. It can also attract wealth and good fortune.
Today, zircon is a talisman of business people. It can suggest the right decision and showing the shortest path to success. Clear zircons promote mental development, spark interest in science, and help in trading.
What an all-around beautiful crystal for the month of December!