Rhodonite, Snowflake Obsidian and Onyx necklace & earring set

£40.00

This unique necklace and earrings set is made with sterling silver.

Included with this necklace and earrings set is a presentation bag and a card describing its gemstones.

Rhodonite

A dusky pink stone with patches of black and dark grey matrix running through it, Rhodonite is chiefly associated with love: the pink represents the heightened emotions, while the black works to ground these, and reminds love to be patient.

Rhodonite is not a stone of grand passions, but is instead said to emphasise the day-to-day expression of love in small ways. It not only encourages patience with others, but also patience with self, raising feelings of self-worth. Sometimes known as the singer's stone, folklore has it that Rhodonite makes its wearer more sensitive to pitch.

Snowflake Obsidian

Obsidian is actually a natural glass formed when hot lava meets water and cools rapidly; the snowflake patterns form when mineral inclusions cool at a different rate from the base lava. Obsidian keeps a very keen edge, and was used by prehistoric man to make tools and weapons.

Snowflake Obsidian is said to 'cut to the heart of the matter' and bring objectivity to its wearer, helping them to recognise negative life patterns. It focuses on truth, even where that truth may be painful, and helps to encourage growth in new directions. Some call it the stone of rediscovery, as it can help to remind its wearer of forgotten strengths and talents.

Onyx

A form of black chalcedony, Onyx is said to help its wearer to become 'master of one's own fate', enhancing steadfastness and determination, while protecting its wearer from the negativity of others.

Ancient Egyptians believed that Onyx could protect against and sever emotional entanglements, and the stone is still said to be of great use in absorbing excess of emotion. In addition, Onyx assists its wearer in changing old patterns of behaviour . These properties make Onyx an excellent choice for those who are experiencing difficulty in letting go of old habits or past attachments.

Haematite

Haematite is characterised by a metallic, silvery-grey lustre, and can be easily magnetised due to its high iron content. Named for the Greek word for 'blood', this stone turns red when powdered, and was the 'red ochre' traditionally used as war paint, and for other ceremonial purposes by Native Americans.

Due to its magnetic nature, Haematite is believed to attract positive energy while repelling negativity. It is also said to help condense and focus scattered thoughts and emotions, and thus to enhance mental clarity. Unlike more 'spiritual' stones, Haematite focuses on the physical realm, helping to strengthen its wearer's sense of self.