balin stone

Balin always causes controversy among lovers of jewelry and natural minerals. Some believe that this is a rock with low hardness and no value. Others, on the contrary, argue that the stone belongs to the group of quartzites, and therefore, is characterized by an increased strength index, which is equal to 6-7 on the Mohs scale.

So what is this balin? What is it and what special properties does natural stone have? Read about it in our article.

Description

Balin was named after the district in Mongolia where it was first discovered - Bayain. It also has other names - "changua" or "chicken blood stone". The second name, by the way, is quite revealing. The mineral in most cases has a completely unique red tint. But red is not the only color balin boasts. Depending on the impurities, the following shades are also distinguished:

• yellow;
• Gray;
• rich red;
• the black.

Such a variety of colors depends entirely on the chemical composition of the mineral. It predominantly contains quartz, cinnabar, kaolin and alunite. By the way, it is cinnabar that appears on the surface of the stone, which creates a certain pattern in the form of a beautiful openwork pattern. Sometimes such drawings can be confused with drops of blood, which explains one of the names of the gem associated with chicken blood.

In general, balin has the following characteristics:

• density - 2,5 - 2,8 g / cm3;
• hardness - from 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale;
• gloss - depends on impurities and the place of formation; it can be glassy, ​​silky, matte, waxy.
• transparency is not perfect, but sunlight shines through.

Mongolia remains the main stone deposit.

Magical and healing properties

The properties of balin, as it turned out, have not yet been fully studied. But even today, lithotherapists are sure that the mineral should not be worn all the time. Even using it as a talisman or amulet, you should not often expose the mineral to skin contact. Why is that? The fact is that the composition of the stone is a bit specific. It, albeit in small quantities, includes mercury sulfide, which can cause an ambiguous reaction in the body. Of course, there will be no harm from systematic wearing, but at the same time, try not to wear balin jewelry all the time so as not to put your health at risk.

But esotericists are sure that the gem will only benefit its owner. It is believed that the stone is able to attract financial well-being, good luck and luck. It was often used by traders, merchants and even speculators. Now the balin is recommended to be used as a talisman by everyone who is associated with entrepreneurial activity.

The stone endows its owner with wisdom and insight. With it, you can recognize fraud and any fraud. He will also warn of troubles that will come from ill-wishers.

Application

Balin is very rarely used in jewelry, due to the same mercury sulfide. But figurines made of mineral were very much appreciated in ancient China. Now it is very popular in Japan. Ritual symbols, netsuke figurines and all kinds of ritual decorations are made from it.

Who suits balin according to the zodiac sign

According to astrologers, the balin should be worn very carefully. In fact, the stone is loyal only to those who are in any way connected with trade and entrepreneurship, regardless of the sign of the zodiac.