Jais

La pierre de jet

Jewel is a organic rock derived from woody material (from wood or plants) buried in the soil. sediments. This rock is said to have charcoal. In fact, jet is derived from plant debris that has gradually become transformed into coal. It does not form in a vein. Jet is not classified as mineral. It has a hardness of 2.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale, indicating a certain degree of fragility.

As mentioned above, the is derived from plant debris buried in a muddy environment. Then it was compacted. We it is found in bituminous shales (rock with the particularity of having a laminated appearance, cutting into thin slabs). In fact, jet is a fossil gem resulting from the action of oceanic pressure on sedimentary rock where the remains of fossils from plants. Jet is of plant origin, because it comes from the conifer that has slowly transformed into "coal".

The etymology of the The word jais comes from the Latin "gagatês". Gagas was a city and a river in Asia Minor. The term "gagatês" has been taken over by Pliny the Elder (23 AD / 79 AD) Roman writer and naturalist, author of encyclopedia Histoires Naturelles and has given the name "iaiet", then jais in French modern.

Traces of Jet have been identified at between 208 and 144 million years BC. This rock was used since the Bronze Age. In England, jet has been mined since the 2nd millennium BC. During archaeological excavations in the ancient burial mounds. balls, pendants and amulets made of jet.

The Romans decided to mine the jet fuel and export it to Rome. Very soon jewellers began to create all sorts of new jewelry.

In the Middle Ages, the began to be used in the manufacture of jewelry and religious statuettes. And more, Indians in the southwestern United States, from magnificent amulets have been discovered: they were intended to protect their carrier.

In the 18th century, the patenôtriers are manufacturers of rosaries. Organized since the time of the Renaissance in guilds or confraternities, they were working on relatively such as pearls and mother-of-pearl, amber, jet, etc. They made mourning jewelry, rosaries and crosses in jet. The blackness of the jet made it possible to realize beautiful jewelry, called mourning jewellery because of the this magnificent black color.

At the end of the 19th century century and at the beginning of the 20th century, tonnes of were produced every year. The the lightness of the jet allowed for voluminous parts, such as very long long necklaces, imposing earrings and bun combs. The production of splendid jet pieces exploded at this time. On exporting tons of jet from the Yorkshire, England. Imported specimens were reputed to be among the most beautiful of the world.

However, the the fineness of the mineral makes it very difficult to industrialize. This means that every jeweller or jeweller will develop his own technique for produce quality jewelry and statuettes. An important trade is developing in Compostelle. Many religious accessories, crucifixes or medals of affliction. sold.

In fact, jet was particularly used for jewelry of mourning. In fact, in France, only jewelry made of were tolerated during a mourning.

Then after the World War I, the wearing of jewelry in is no longer fashionable and small shops ferment.

Nowadays, this such a specific material is once again marketed. Some jewellers have rediscovered their expertise in jewelry design, religious effigies and pendants, etc.

The deposits of jet stones

The main deposits are located in Mongolia.

Green benefits jet in lithotherapy

Benefits for the skin psychic level

Jewel is a reputed to overcome grief, bereavement and grief due to separation. It is a high efficiency in situations life, such as divorce, childbirth and childbirth. unemployment, the announcement of a serious illness, etc. Jet combats states of intense sadness. It gives you the strength to be positive and to stand up for yourself difficulties.

Jewel is a an excellent stone for introspection. It enables cope with the trauma often associated with childhood. In this way, it dissolves negative feelings deep down inside and can replaced by positive energies. It helps to identify what prevents you from living serenely.

This stone provides self-confidence and self-assurance. It makes you want to move forward and make professional and other projects a reality. It facilitates new departures and generates success. In particular, jet has the ability to success in the finances.

Jewel is a anchoring and protective stone. It fights against irrational fears and anxieties. It promotes stability and encourages optimism. It helps scare away the bad spirits and brings good luck.

Some beliefs stipulate that this stone is a to accompany the deceased. It is said to helps them to leave their earthly life behind.

Benefits for the skin physical plan

Jais promotes proper functioning of the plexus chakra solar.

It removes the stress and anxiety, thus reducing tension in the body. The body relaxes and the of a jet provides a sensation of well-being. Worn all the time, it increases the body's energy flow and provides more force.

The jet and the astrological signs associates

Jais suits all the natives of the zodiac and provides them with all its beneficial properties. However, it is especially recommended for signs astrological charts:

Cancer: symbol of the family, origins and imagination. This sign represents sensitivity, loyalty and nostalgia. He is gifted with an artistic bent and loves to create whatever his field of expertise. He is often anxious, worried and fragile. The port of a jet gives it greater assurance and self-confidence. In fact, this sign constantly need to be reassured and to evolve within family circle. Those closest to him represent for him. He dreams of sweetness and safety. It also demonstrates generosity and enjoys helping her next. Very cautious by nature, he doesn't like adventure and prefers routine. His shyness can sometimes make him aggressive. He forges a carapace so as not to show off the sensitive side of his personality. He loves to be the center of attention and has a natural narcissistic. In love, he shows great of tenderness and has a strong need to feel protected. He is one of the emotionally dependent. It is both possessive and jealous. He shows great loyalty;
Capricorn a symbol of ambition and patience and perseverance. This sign represents humility and maturity. Often hypersensitive, wearing a jet allows him to find the stability and optimism to get on in life. Reputed to be too serious, this sign can be cold. The solitude doesn't scare him. He likes to work and achieve the goals it sets for itself. Visit social and professional success is very important to him. Often too reasonable, this sign is reliable and tenacious. He is highly organized and manic. Over the years, his character is softening. However, he has few friends, because he doesn't give himself away easily. He also has difficulty tuning his trust. He is a loner who is self-sufficient. himself. He has an image of a tough and introverted. However, this sign, once has a great sense of humor and can be very be surprising. In love, he is a great loyalty. Shy and self-conscious, he opens up with difficulty. He prefers to be left alone avoid being deceived and suffering the consequences. With maturity, it can reveal itself to be tender and passion. He was able to start a family ;

Verseau symbol of modernity, of the technology and friendship. This sign represents freedom, utopia and altruism. He advocates the dissemination of knowledge knowledge on an equal footing. The port of a jet encourages him to manage life's difficulties and get back on their feet after a drama. This sign tends to rebel against the current system. It offers a multitude of projects, very few of which will ever see the light of day. He has a idealistic worldview. A great originality, he can even go so far as to eccentricity. His intuition is wrong and allows him to quickly identify the personality. However, it can and a lack of tolerance. excessive pride. In love, it's not a passionate. He dreads relationships with too many intensity. He prefers friendships who bring him more comfort. He preserves his freedom and chooses very independent spouse.

The jet and the chakras

Jais harmonizes perfectly with the root chakra. This is located in the perineum, at the base of the spine. Once the balanced root chakra, energy flows within the body. A feeling of security and peace is spreading uniform. Well-being and vitality physics.

However, one chakra open root can have numerous consequences, such as becoming authoritarian, selfish and violent. It can even lead to to the development of various addictions, namely alcohol, tobacco and various drugs.

That's why he is essential to have your root chakra balanced.

Cleaning and purification of a stone jet

When the acquisition of a jet in your home, it will is important to purify and recharge it. As far as your home, it may have been in contact with negative energies and lose efficiency. The following operations are about once a month or after intensive use.

Purify your jet with a cloth soaked in soapy water. Rinse quickly and then dry with a soft cloth. You can also use other purification techniques, such as white sage fumigation, burying in the ground or using a Tibetan bowl.

Recharge your jet by exposing it to the morning sunlight or by depositing it on a quartz cluster or on an amethyst geode for 24 hours. hours.

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