Beryl Stone: Beryl is a mineral that crystallizes on many occasions in the form of really perfect hexagons. When it does in crystal form, these are usually in the form of individual hexagons or prismatic. These crystals can have enormous sizes of up to more than eight meters.
In addition, beryl can occur in the form of short, stubby crystals and sometimes in the form of crystals like tubes or plates. The bases of these crystals are usually flat, although sometimes they have pyramidal terminations. In some cases, these minerals form columnar aggregates or are longitudinally striated.
Although it is not a very common mineral, it is highly valued in gemology, where you can find different translucent varieties such as aquamarines, which have a light blue color, emeralds, which have an intense green hue, morganite, which is pink, red beryl, which takes on a shade between pink and reddish, and heliodor, which is golden yellow.
Name’s origin
Originally the name of this crystal comes from the Latin «beryllus», which means precious stone of blue to green colors, very similar to the water of the oceans, in addition, this stone has greater meaning for people with a scorpio sign and is an excellent talisman for those with a sagittarius sign.
Thanks to its relationship with the vast oceans, since ancient times it has been associated with calm, serenity, integrity, sincerity and professionalism.
Basically all varieties of the beryl stone are believed to significantly help cope with the daily stresses of life by bringing balance, serenity and inner peace.
Finally it also means rebirth, good luck and personal growth as it will unlock your full potential, improve your personal skills and give you a better vision of the future for decision making.
Types
Aquamarine
It is one of the best known and most beautiful varieties of beryl, it stands out for its bluish-blue tones to shades of faint greenish blue similar to seawater, the cause of the hue is due to the presence of iron in its chemical composition.
Emerald
It is the most valuable and appreciated gem of the beryls, its shades range from intense green to bluish green tones. The cause of its color is due to the presence of the chemical element chromium.
red beryl
Also called scarlet emerald, red emerald or bixbite. Its characteristic red color is due to the presence of manganese ions. This stone is associated with different minerals, such as: quartz, octoclase, bixbite, hematite and pseudobrookite.
Red beryls of excellent quality have a great value and price in the market, since it is very difficult to find it, being the United States where it has been found the most. This gem is also confused with pezzottaite beryl which is raspberry in color.
morganite
This untreated gem typically has a pale pinkish to peachy hue caused by trace amounts of manganese. The gem has a pale pink to deep bluish pink pleochroism, making it a bit difficult to cut.
It is an excellent crystal for the self-employed, or for those struggling to balance quality of life and career. It protects us from scams and deception as it is a gem that brings out honesty in others. It is also an invaluable help in regaining what has been lost in terms of employment, prospects or money.
Properties
The beryl family has always been considered to be magical stones of wisdom. Depending on its color, each type of beryl has specific properties and all of them help enhance gifts and spiritual connection. Beryl represents the purity of being and is indicated to enhance visualization and as an auric repairer.
The Heliodorus: Increase self-confidence
Heliodorus has been used as a talisman for a long time. It is said that, in addition to attracting good luck, it can increase self-confidence and alleviate isolation in introverted people.
Aquamarine: Calming, tolerant
This mineral is a stone of courage. Its calming energies reduce stress and relax the mind. It harmonizes its environment and protects against pollution.
Psychologically, aquamarine is akin to sensitive people, it has the power to invoke tolerance in others. Calms the mind, removing accidental thoughts as well as alleviating fears and increasing sensitivity.
Spiritually it sharpens intuition and causes clairvoyance. It is fantastic for meditating, protecting the aura and aligning the chakras, while cleaning the throat chakra.
Morganite: Stimulates healing and opening of the heart
Morganite is considered a stone of awareness and love. It is related to the 4th chakra and stimulates healing and opening of the heart. Morganite favors spiritual progress and helps to recognize and attend to the needs of the soul. It enhances loving thoughts and actions, relaxes tensions and favors enjoyment.
Morganite is an amazing crystal for anyone who is in a relationship and looking to fix some issues. It helps nurture communication, connection, and releases attached thinking that might be preventing happiness. Even if you are not currently partnered but are open to the idea of someone else’s love, Morganite sends vibrations out into the world, meaning you could attract that perfect match through the powers of manifestation.
Red Beryl: Increases people’s self-esteem
According to esoteric belief, the red beryl gem has the power to bring together the energy of the heart chakra with the energy of the base chakra. In this sense, it is believed that the stone can revitalize the mind and increase people’s self-esteem.
Furthermore, it is considered to be the stone of trust by believers in metaphysics, as the stone supposedly has the power to attract respect and unconditional love.
In this sense, it is said that this stone can reduce problems of emotional dependence and socialization, as well as help release anxiety and «relax» thoughts.
It is important to clarify that these statements belong to different cultures. None of the aforementioned properties have been proven by research, so they are not considered valid by science.