Pure Purple Amethyst Phantom Brandberg Crystal - February Birth

One huge handsome natural, un-cluttered, un-blocked and un-changed Brandberg Amethyst crystal. Both top and bottom of the shaft is free, clear and naturally exposed with no wire or metals to inhibit the natural healing energy flow.

The crystal offers a natural purple phantom within the host quartz body. The crystal measures 3" long by 1" thick. Front face has an attached dolphin and a small family of tiny crystal just in th end of the shaft point.

Branberg (Brandberg) Amethyst, Clear or Smoky crystals yield from Nambia, most all contain rainbows, prismatic veils, enhydros and true hematite or lepidocrsite inclusions either within or surrounding the host crystal. Certainly all contain superior beauty but are also magical and healing. Those Branberg specimens in my collection inhabit most all those characters and it’s not often I choose to part with any of them.

Besides the natural healing characteristics of quartz' balancing and clarity this stone can also be used for third eye meditation and amethyst traditional healing properties.

Crystal is completed with 2mm tan leather cord and a lamp work bead form the shop of "skaramouche". Neck length 17" up to 24". Wrapped in 12 carat 20 gauge round wire.

Crystal has been cleared and smudged. Pendant will be shipped in a hand made gift box Priority Mail.

February Amethyst Birth Month - Brandberg Crystal

One sweet thin natural amethyst Brandberg crystal. A simple small crystal packed with amethyst coloring and a small smoky phantom pocket. The crystal measures 1 3/4" long by 4mm thick. Clear perfect Brandberg form and coloring.

The crystal has been wrapped in 12 carat 20 gauge round wire and complete simply with doubled 1mm black leather cording and vintage paua shell button clasp, three symmetrical 4mm 12 carat gold beads on either side of the crystal top. Neck length right at 16". The crystal has been cleared and smudged. No wires or metal detract from open ends or the natural energy of the crystals shaft or point.

Healing properties included quartz, amethyst and the collective energies of Brandberg Nambia crystals.

Branberg (Brandberg) Amethyst, Clear or Smoky crystals yield from Nambia, most all contain rainbows, prismatic veils, enhydros and true hematite or lepidocrsite inclusions either within or surrounding the host crystal. Certainly all contain superior beauty but are also magical and healing. Those Branberg specimens in my collection inhabit most all those characters and it’s not often I choose to part with any of them.

Crystal pendant will arrive in a handmade gift box shipped Priority Mail.

Greenland - Nuummite - The Oldest Stone

Nuummite is found in an area north of Nuuk Greenland. The formation from which it comes has an origin which dates back almost 4 billion years making it some of the oldest rock formations on the planet. It is of volcanic origin and is believed to have formed about 3 billion years ago. Subsequent influences on the rock (metamorphism) have given rise to the striking mixture of crystals which gives Nuummite its unique appearance. Although this stone has been found in other areas of the world only the stuff from Greenland is developed enough to be suitable for gemstone use.

Nuummite's schiller effect is amazing. The different bandings created by crystalization creates an optical golden brown glow effect. The effect is called iridescence and really comes out on polished surfaces creating an effect almost like flames in a fire.

Metaphysically it is a powerful stone which brings to us the understanding of the power of the void in the potential of creation. Used in meditation it takes us deep within the subconscious to access other times and existances. It is an excellent grounding stone as well as a protective stone. It is useful for both when manifesting the highest vibrations available to us. It can be used to increase psychic abilities and intuition. Along with this it assists one in becoming one with or synchronizing with the elemental forces of the Earth. It's defensive qualities make it an excellent shield against negativity.

Along with Nuummite other unique minerals from Greenland are starting to grace our community. People native to Greenland have been working with these minerals for years. Only now is some of this information becoming available to us. I encourage you to check out Nuummite as it truly is an amazing stone and while your at it check out some other minerals from this locale. Although not much has been written to date working with them is well worth the effort.
Site assistance and information:
Nuummite - MysticWicks Online Pagan Community and Spiritual Sanctuary

March Birth Stone - Blood Stone

In this listing three individually wire-wrapped Bloodstone polished free-form slabbets, each wrapped securely in 20 gauge sterling silver round and linked together with 2mm tan leather cord and four lamp work beads made form recycled Idaho Prairie Glass shards.

The center stone measures 31/8" and each married side stone 3". The necklace has a vintage tortoise Bakelite button clasp, length 16", with a small length adjustment if needed.

"Bloodstone is an excellent blood cleanser and a powerful healer, it is believed to have mystical and magical properties, controlling the weather and conferring the ability to banish evil and negativity and to direct spiritual energies. In ancient times Bloodstone was said to have been an “audible oracle”, giving off sounds as a means of guidance. It heightens the intuition and increases creativity. An excellent grounding and protecting stone. Bloodstone keeps out undesirable influences. It stimulates dreaming and is a powerful revitalizer. Blood stone gives courage. Bloodstone is an energy cleaner and immune stimulator for acute infections. It stimulates the flow of lymph and the metabolic processes, revitalizes and reenergizes when the body and mind are exhausted, purifies blood and detoxifies the liver.” The Crystal Bible – Judy Hall

Pendant sent Priority Mail in a handmade gift box from my other etsy shop "ecovintagevegan".

Metaphysical - Aquamarine Crystal

One handsome chunky aquamarine crystal, acquired through an estate auction in 1995, this crystal has had its natural point removed to make a faceted gemstone. Back in the day, this was customary procedure for many lapidary folk....its how they honed their faceting skills and practiced perfect facets.

None the less this specimen is crystal clear and with an awesome iced aqua coloring. Wrapped in 20 gauge sterling silver round wire, completed simply with 2mm tan leather cord, an adjustable slip knot and one lamp work bead made from recycled Idaho Prairie Glass shards.

The neck length limits are 16" up to 24". The natural crystal measures: 1 1/8" wide by 5/8" thick 1 1/4" tall....or 40 grams...or 1.20 ounces.

“Aquamarine is a stone of courage. Its calming energies reduce stress and quiet the mind. It harmonizes its surroundings and protects against pollutants. In ancient times it was believed to counteract the forces of darkness and procure favor from the spirits of light. It was carried by sailors as a talisman against drowning. Spiritually, aquamarine sharpens intuition and clairvoyance. A wonderful stone for meditation, it evokes high states of consciousness and spiritual awareness and encourages service to humanity.” Reference guide: The Crystal Bible – Judy Hall

This metaphysical pendant will arrive in a hand made gift box from my other shop: ecovinatgevegan.etsy.com
where my other love of making hadn made boxes have been featured on the flip book cover of December issue of Country Living magazine.

Opal - Idaho Precious Spencer Opal Pendant

Spencer Idaho opal pendant with rare vintage red & pink coral branches. Opal from Spencer Idaho is coveted world wide, this natural wonder is but just a thin slice of rainbow hues, sandwiched in a triplet with a ignimbright back and quartz crystal top. The "triplet" design allows the natural rainbow coloring to be illuminated. Bright bouncing reds, purples, greens and blues luster the entire cab.

This cab measures 22mm by 12mm, has been married with two vintage coral branches one pink and the other red, then wrapped in 12 carat 20 gauge gold and finished with doubled 1mm tan leather cord and a vintage Mother of Pearl button for the clasp. The neck length is 14", allowing the opal to lay just at the throat chakra. The matching ear drops coral branch measure 1", with assorted bone, glass, vintage, copper, and gold beads....total length from the ear lobe
2 1/4". The lever backs are 14 carat gold.

The coral branches were purchased before the Great Barrier Reef Act, and have been in a private collection up until 1995. They are just a small example of the lovely natural wonders of my vast lapidary collection.

“Opal amplifies your traits and characteristics. Helps you recognize and feel the creativity within the self, providing inspiration and imagination to all situations. It furthers clean, true, spontaneous action, enhancing what you are feeling and allowing for the release of inhibitions. Strengthens the memory and instills faithfulness and loyalty in love and personal relationships. It is a stone of happy dreams and changes. The happy dreams arising from the understanding of personal higher potentials and the glad acceptance of your inherent perfection. The happy changes come from those events which allow your aspirations to surface. Awakens the psychic and mystical qualities and helps you understand the higher powers of intuition and mysticism and to use these powers to enhance personal understanding and personal experiences in the realms of the sacred.” Reference guide: Melody – Love Is In The Earth

Pendant can also be viewed at:
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Opal Wood - Petrified Opalized Wood

One large opalized petrified wood pendant from the mountains of Southern Idaho. After slabbing the stone I married it with other like stones to tumble for six weeks. The stone has simply been tumbled naturally to a mirror shine on both sides.

The stone has been wrapped in 20 gauge sterling silver and completed simply with 2mm tan leather cord and two lamp work beads from the etsy shop of "skaramouche".

The whole piece measures 3 7/8" long by 2 1/4" wide ( at widest bottom edge). The neck length on the adjustable slip knot is 16" up to 24".

“Opal amplifies your traits and characteristics. Helps you recognize and feel the creativity within the self, providing inspiration and imagination to all situations. It furthers clean, true, spontaneous action, enhancing what you are feeling and allowing for the release of inhibitions. Strengthens the memory and instills faithfulness and loyalty in love and personal relationships. It is a stone of happy dreams and changes. The happy dreams arising from the understanding of personal higher potentials and the glad acceptance of your inherent perfection. The happy changes come from those events which allow your aspirations to surface. Awakens the psychic and mystical qualities and helps you understand the higher powers of intuition and mysticism and to use these powers to enhance personal understanding and personal experiences in the realms of the sacred.” Reference guide: Melody – Love Is In The Earth

Petrified wood is an "akasha" stone representing the fifth element and used for past life regression.

This piece and other images can be seen at:
http://www.crudeco.etsy.com

AMBER - Baltic Encapsulated Winged Creature

One fine and handsome Baltic amber chunk, polished and wrapped in ribbons of 12 carat 20 gauge gold wire and completed simply with doubled 2mm leather, a vintage Bakelite button for the clasp and a 8mm gold filled bead.

The amber features a small winged creature, only the wing is visible. The natural amber chunk measures 1 3/4" wide and 10mm to 18mm thick and 30mm tall.

The neck length is a choker style 13".

This amber piece was finished in 1998, but because I have a tendency to horde and hygrade pieces some of my stones rarely see the light of day.

Amber represents prosperity, many show people carry a piece in their cash boxes for good luck. Also, used for your third eye and crown chakra.

Utah's Own Variscite Healing Pendant

ONE Whole fine slab of Utah Variscite mineral, close cousin to turquoise and the most handsome natural aqua coloring known to man or beast.

This stone simply cut clean and matte polished front and back, then wrapped securely in 20 gauge sterling silver and completed with 2mm black leather cord, vintage JET glass button clasp and two lamp work beads from the shop of "skaramouche".

The stone measures 3 3/4" across, 4" long and 4mm thick....this isn't your grandma's stone pendant, nor is for the wimpy jewelry wearer. This stone commands attention by all viewers and doesn't like to be ignored. Wouldn't want to wear this stone on a day you'd want to be shy or introverted.

A perfect 14.5" choker style, worn at the throat chakra to promote inner love and assist with the heart chakra.

“Variscite is the “stone of encouragement”. Bringing hope and courage….opening the heart chakra , it brings unconditional love into the situation. Variscite is extremely helpful for past life exploration. It facilitates visual images of the experience while going deeply into feelings and experiences of appropriate lives. It stimulates insight, into the cause of dis-ease or patterns the have been carried over, and aids reframing situations to bring about healing.” Reference guide: The Crystal Bible – Judy Hall

Metaphysical - Obsidian Needle & Antique Nail Cross Pendant

A sculpted obsidian needle and antique iron nail, married with sterling silver wire and completed with 2mm black leather cord and a lamp work bead from the etys artisan "skaramouche" an etsy seller.

The obsidian needles measure 2 1/2" and the cross bar needle measure 2", the antique iron nail measures 3". The neck length is choker style at 14" with a vintage button for the clasp.

The natural obsidian needles yield from the California and Oregon shared border. These needles often used for wind chimes. But obsidian more commonly used for surgical tools in the operating room.

Obsidian is a grounding stone and operates to connects the wearer to the heart of the earth. Can be used to dispel or rid negative energy form the body.

Hematite Quartz - Pendant

Lovely reddish inclusions in the quartz point are clear and perfect. The crystal has been wrapped in 20 gauge sterling silver round wire, wrapped in the up position to enhance and assist the upper body.

The quartz crystal is completed simply with 2mm black leather cord and a leather lattice button clasp, neck length 16". Married with a lamp work bead from the etsy shop "skaramouche". The crystal measures 3/4" long by 1/2" wide.

"Hematite can be called “the stone for the mind”. It helps one to “sort out” things in ones mind, and can be used for mental attunement, memory enhancement, original thinking, and technical knowledge. It assists one in mathematical pursuits and in the development of both mental and manual dexterity. It provides for a calming atmosphere concurrently, and, in addition, encourages one to “reach for the sun”. It helps one to realize that the only limitations which exist are those self-limiting concepts within the mind. It helps one to attain a “soft” meditative state, providing for smooth grounding and bringing tranquility and emotion clarity.
Quartz Crystal is the connection between the physical dimension and the dimension of the mind. It can be used to communicate with minerals, plants, animals, and intelligent forces outside of the physical dimensions. Facilitates both speaking with, and receiving information from, the spiritual and other-worldly masters, teachers, and healers. Used to transform thought into sound, producing the vibration associated with the thought and affecting the environment with the discharged energy. Quartz Crystal can create altered states of consciousness and can serve as a vehicle for both reaching and using the talents and abilities of the mind. All the psychic abilities can be stimulated and amplified by the use of this mineral. Assists one in retaining calmness and clarity in all situations, decreasing the amount of negative affection which could inhibit emotional stability. Enhances energy and promotes perseverance and patience, as well as restful sleep. Clears and activates the energy centers of the body. Purifies the physical, mental, and spiritual bodies". Reference guide: Melody – Love Is In The Earth

Kyanite Blade Pendant

Each of the five blades have been individually wrapped in 12 carat 20 gauge gold filled wire, linked with gold plated 4mm beads and 6mm black sapphire beads, doubled 1mm tan leather cording and a vintage Bakelite "grape cluster" button clasp. Neck length 16 inches. Center blade 2" long, other blades descending in length as they move backwards. Kyanite one of the VERY few minerals that possess both +/- ions. Kyanite also found naturally in black, green and silver with quartz host bodies. "Kyanite this is one of the minerals in the mineral kingdom which never needs cleaning or clearing. It will NOT accumulate or retain negative energy or vibrations. The energy of kyanite is unlimited in application, making it one of the very best attunement stones." Reference guide - Love Is In The Earth, Melody. This Crude Company pendant will arrive in a hand made gift box. Be shipped Priority mail in the U.S. and First Class else where.