This is a carved Green Aventurine PIG totem. Green Aventurine is a form of Quartz that exhibits a subtle shimmering or glistening effect called "aventurescence.” It has a sort of apple green coloring with subtle variations/patterns all throughout.
Really cool! Photos can't do the stone justice. It's much nicer 'in person' - I guarantee it! There are a few small organic spots here and there. ALL inclusions present come from 100% natural formations in the stone.
It weighs about 2.1oz and measures approx. 1 5/16" inches tall X 2 1/8" inches long (tip of tail to tip of snout). Code-10072024-3814
As a totem animal, the Pig represents wealth, prosperity, and luck. The pig helps us to take the right actions or paths in our lives. The Greek Goddess Demeter kept a sacred pig which later became a symbol of fertility! The Pig is seen, by some Native American tribes, to represent the abundance of daily life, and believe that it can teach us how to celebrate life every day, and to share that joy with others.
Green Aventurine, aka Green Quartz, Avanturine, Adventurine, Aventurine Quartz, or Indian Jade. It ranges in color from golden brown to green.
It is used to activate growth and renewal. It helps us get moving again after we’ve been stuck for a while. It also helps one to see alternatives and potentials in all situations, giving a positive outlook, courage and inner strength. It is a gentle energy, used to impart a sense of balance calm.
It is said to support success in business, independence, prosperity, calmness and balance. Known enhancing intellect and mental clarity.
It is also said to bring luck.
In Crystal Healing, Aventurine is thought to be beneficial for all around health, as well as supporting the blood and circulatory system. It is also used for headaches, and sleep issues.
It is associated with the Heart Chakra.
Native legends speak of crystal skulls as an inheritance from ancient times. Said to “talk and sing” they are believed to carry messages for all mankind, including what may be discovered when we overcome our fear of death.