Variscite bracelet Russia AA (5-6mm balls)

Elastic bracelet made of 5-6mm variscite balls.
Patterns and colors may vary from bracelet to bracelet.

Variscite was discovered in 1830 by the German mineralogist Johann August Friedrich Breithaupt (1791-1873). In 1837, initially named “peganite”, it was later named after its discovery location, namely in the Variscia region (now known as Vogtland) in Germany, and its name became variscite. Variscite is also known under other names, such as “variquoise”, “lucinite”, “utahlite”.

Variscite formation occurs due to deposits of phosphate waters and their interaction with rocks containing a lot of aluminum. In addition, the formation of small veins consisting of either aluminum, calcium or crandalite can be seen on variscite. Variscite is generally found in the form of druse, crystals, nodules or small clusters.

It is common for variscite to associate with other minerals and then form another stone, such as coeruleo lactite, which is made up of variscite, planerite and wavellite. Redondite is a variscite with a high iron content.

Variscite is usually green in color. Its shades of green can range from a very pale green to a deep emerald green. Sometimes it occurs in other colors, such as blue, yellow, red, and gray. The rarest variscite is red variscite. It is sometimes confused with chrysoprase or chrysocolla. Its veined appearance is reminiscent of howlite or turquoise.

The chemical composition of variscite is therefore made up of hydrated aluminum phosphate, iron, and even arsenic. It has a hardness of 4 to 5 on the Mohs scale. For comparison, diamond has the highest hardness, which is 10 on the same scale. We can therefore say that its hardness is not very high. It has an orthorhombic crystal system, a white line.

Variscite was discovered relatively recently, so there are no myths or legends surrounding it. However, it is a stone that has been used for thousands of years in the making of various ornaments and tools.

Indeed, in 1962, during excavations in the Saint-Michel tumulus in Carnac, France, a variscite ornament and jadeite axes dating from the Neolithic period were discovered. This necklace and its tools are estimated to be around 6,000 years old. However, in 1853, in Morbihan, variscite ornaments and beads had already been identified.

Analyses carried out at the Louvre Museum have determined the origin of these ornaments. They come from Andalusia in Spain. Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD), author of the encyclopedia Natural History, named several blue and green stones such as variscite, nephrite, malachite and turquoise “callaïs”.

The main deposits are located in Russia, Australia, Canada, etc.

Variscite emits stabilizing and soothing vibrations. It helps to free oneself from disarray and worries. It brings serenity while reducing states of agitation. It allows one to better manage one's anxieties and anxiety by providing harmony in daily life.

It is an ideal stone for prospecting. It promotes concentration and reconnection to one's inner self. Certain traumas, at the origin of blockages, are thus identified and can be overcome. The wearer can therefore move forward and rebuild himself.

Variscite is an ideal stone for students, people in retraining or training. It facilitates learning, concentration and memorization. It stimulates cognitive abilities.

This stone provides assurance and self-confidence. It encourages objectivity, rationality and insight. Its wearer is able to communicate better with others and express his emotions better. He forgives more easily, becomes less resentful. Negative energies dissipate and give way to well-being.

Variscite allows its wearer to free himself from his inferiority complexes and teaches him to appreciate himself better. It generates charisma and self-esteem. Its wearer feels better and this is reflected in his character. He even becomes more conciliatory.