In the world there are different types of precious stones to which esoteric powers and numerous curiosities are attributed. Many people don't know what is jet and what are its properties.
Here we are going to talk about the jet mineral, what it is, properties and uses, among other curiosities.
What is jet?
Jet is a mineral. It originated from fossil wood that inhabited during the Jurassic era. Due to its composition, it is considered a variant of coal. It is a fossil gem and is classified as a semi-precious stone. It is beautiful and rare, and its intense shine will endure over time. many people call it black amber and endow him with great mystical powers.
It has no sharp lines or contours, but has a smooth finish when polished. It is compact but not rigid. The hardness value is between 2,5 and 4, which means that it is a soft and brittle substance. This characteristic allows its extraction to always be carried out by hand and its delicate carving.
As for the density, it can be said that it is 1,3 g. natural stone is opaque, dark black with dark brown streaks. It is easy to polish to a great shine. The chemical composition is 75% carbon, the rest being oxygen, sulfur, nitrogen and certain hydrocarbons. Smoke from burning jet stinks.
Uses and benefits of jet
The extraction and subsequent engraving of jet dates back to prehistoric times. It was used by the Egyptians, Romans, Phoenicians and Vikings as a talisman against bad energies. They use it for rituals and magic spells, as it is considered a stone with great energy and good vibrations.
In Spain it has always been a very valuable stone and was used to make amulets. against the evil eye called Fig of Jet. It is also said that it is a talisman to protect pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago.
It is used in jewelry in different ways. Make inlays such as bracelets, pendants, stones for rings, crosses, cameos, carvings and rosaries. Likewise, the elaboration of ornaments and other decorative elements for tables, cabinets and other furniture is also popular.
Some people claim that natural jets have medicinal properties and are excellent for relieving headaches. Depression and negativity caused by negative energies, witchcraft, charms, or curses they are also used in the habit of relieving depression. When people squirt them, they start to feel calm and collected.
It is also indicated to treat gout and combat insomnia problems. Place a jet stone under the pillow to fall asleep.
People with epilepsy experience inner peace when exposed to jet planes and reduce the fears that arise from the crisis of the disease. There are many who believe that natural, unpolished jets are more powerful.
Common Applications Today
When it comes to jewelry, jet has shed some of the notoriety it once had. Therefore, only a small number of operations are currently being carried out, mainly where there are deposits. However, it is still a typical talisman, especially for very young children, who will show a small piece of jet in the form of a clenched fist. Try to protect them from the evil eye.
The best quality natural jets in the world are found in the Spanish region, specifically in Asturias on the Gijón-Villaviciosa coast.. They achieved a similar quality in Yorkshire, UK. Other countries with deposits are the United States, France, Venezuela and Hungary.
To check its legality, rub the stone on a piece of white paper. You have to align it black for it to be considered real. If it's already highly polished, try it near the fire. It doesn't really burn.
This material is very fragile, so the main care that should be given to it is to prevent it from falling or being hit.. If necessary, it is recommended to clean gently with a soft cloth dampened with water or liquid detergent. It will not be abused by chemicals. Gently rubbing will increase its shine.
Curiosities of jet
Jet has long been used as a mourning stone in England, a tradition introduced by Queen Victoria, who used jet as a symbol of mourning at his funeral when he was widowed in 1861. This practice persisted for decades, but has now disappeared.
According to popular stories, the power of the stone is bestowed by the energies of the earth, minerals and their own organic matter. All these elements are "absorbed" deep in the earth and become receivers of all energies. Therefore, It has the power to protect and fight against evil.
However, from time to time the plane overloads with negative energy, so it has to return to Earth. Whoever possesses it must bury it for a few days to restore its powers.
As another curiosity, it stands out that the word jet, originally from Arabic, is used for a wide variety of purposes. Writers and poets use it for metaphors such as jet-black eyes, alluding to very dark, glowing eyes. It is also used as a proper name for livestock such as dogs and horses, and many proudly bear the name of the most recognized esoteric stone.
It can be confused with obsidian, but it is distinguished by its touch and weight, since natural jets have a low specific weight. It can also be confused with crystal, resin, anthracite, schorl tourmaline and onyx. We can tell by the weight, an easy way to do this is to make a mark on the paper as jets leave brown streaks.
They have been found in Egyptian, Etruscan, Roman and Viking jewelry., although the oldest pieces found to date date from a cave in Caldas (Oviedo) more than 19.000 years. The relationship of black gems with mourning emerged during the romantic period (1833-1868), and although it continued into the XNUMXth century, artists and poets used the tragic love to elevate feelings, mourning and death. In the United Kingdom, Queen Victoria went into mourning for decades after the death of the queen mother and her beloved husband, Prince Albert, a fact that spread to the rest of Europe, although in Spain it was the Catholic monarch who made it official for reasons economic.
I hope this information about the use and curiosities of Jet has been useful to you.
