This is a super cool "Metamorphosis Crystal Skull" with large rhombic shaped CALCITE crystals, and sparkly Quartz crystal points mixed together on top of a grey Limestone matrix. The carved skull face and jaw give way to intricate organic formations that have been left natural rather than polished down. I LOVE THESE!
Tiny shimmery areas and rainbows show up here and there as you move the skull around in your hands. A few small reddish brown Hematite inclusions are present as well. The Quartz point are spiky looking compared to the larger rhomboid shaped Calcite.
Due to the way this one was carved, and the rock and mineral composition, it's natural for small pieces of matrix to shed or flake. These pieces were intentionally left with natural areas, and so organic spots/inclusions are present all over. I personally feel that these kinds of natural inclusions are special and love them! ALL inclusions present come from 100% natural formations.
It weighs about 2lbs 13oz (so just a bit under 3lbs) and measures approximately 4 1/16" inches long X 2 3/4" inches wide across the very widest point (varies a bit throughout) by 4 7/8" inches tall at the tallest point (varies a bit throughout). Code-021424-21568
Limestone is said to enhance healing, encourage energetic cleansing, support innocence and emotional stability, positivity.
Rainbows in Crystals aka Rainbow crystals. These are said to be able to manifest some of the purest energies on the physical plane and assist in raising one's spiritual vibrations. It is thought that they may assist one in moving through negativity.
They have long been thought to be very helpful in achieving Lucid Dreaming, and are also used in other types of dream work, as they are said to bring about spiritual understanding and clarity to dreams.
They are also used to help manifest, and become aware of, the true meaning of one's "waking dreams."
The Rainbows are believed to assist one in knowing what is appropriate to focus on manifesting.
Rainbow crystals are used during meditation and divination.
They remind us to enjoy and appreciate living in the present moment.
They are associated with the Third Eye.
Calcite of all kinds increases and amplifies energy, which is why it is used to assist in boosting the intuition, channeling and out of body travel. It is thought to be a stone of creativity and spontaneity. All colors of calcite have been used to reduce stress and anxiety, and increase inner peace. It is a stone that one may chose when adjusting to abrupt change and imbalance in one’s life. It is a grounding energy and is thought to purify one's energy, and balance the Chakras.
In Crystal Healing, it is thought to reduce the time that one takes to heal, and is also used with ADD and ADHD, specifically to help one channel their excess or restless energy into creative endeavors. It is also used for back pain and to increase stamina and strength.
Quartz is often said to be the crystal or "stone" that everyone needs to start with. Quartz is the most recognized type of crystal and is what many people think of when they hear the word crystal, although there are many, many different types of crystals in all kinds of stones.
Quartz can be as clear as ice (ancients called quartz ‘Holy Ice’ and thought that it came from the heavens) or milky white.
It can have inclusions, veils, bubbles, unusual formations, etc. Clarity is not important for the energetic quality of a quartz crystal, and in fact, inclusions and impurities can make the crystal much more energetic, and increase its ability to store and amplify subtle energies. Without a few 'imperfections, the energy is often not as intense. Lab crystals are grown with impurities on purpose, and depending on the type and placement, those impurities will change the frequency that the crystal oscillates/vibrates at.
Quartz in any form is a powerful stone. Quartz can store energy, amplify it, focus it, transmit it, transform it, balance it, absorb it… Various types and formations are better for some things than others.
Quartz has long been used to direct and amplify thoughts and intentions. All thoughts are a form of energy and strong intentions will shape and affect subtle energies. Because of this, quartz can be useful for healing work, meditation, protection, and manifesting and channeling.
Quartz is thought to store information of all types and make it available again for retrieval. The idea behind this is that information is simply another form: an energy pattern. Quartz may be held directly on the third eye to increase clairvoyance abilities: help with the clarity of a vision.
Indigenous Healers. Medicine people and other crystal healers use quartz to perceive and communicate with Higher Beings, other realms, in dream work, for scrying or crystal gazing, perceiving Devas (Nature Spirits) and other kinds of spirits.
In the right hands, Quartz may be used to dispel and clear negative energies. For example, Tabular or 'flat' quartz is used to protect against harmful vibrations and even a directed psychic attack. It absorbs the dark energy and must be cleared regularly.
In Crystal Healing, Quartz is said to be effective for chronic fatigue, arthritis, depression, bone ailments and gastrointestinal troubles. It is also used to improve mental and physical stamina.
Clear quartz is associated with the crown Chakra, but in the hands of someone skilled and focused, may also be used to energize all of the Chakras.
Hematite (sometimes spelled Hemetite). Hematite is a must for anyone interested in working with crystals and stones. It is said to assist in grounding and calming and in manifesting Divine Light in your life. It deflects and dissolves negative energies.
Hematite is said to help one to 'sort things out' and can be used for memory enhancement, original thinking and technical knowledge. Hematite, especially in its natural crystalline form, is traditionally thought to bring peace, self-control and inner happiness.
It is a calming energy and is said to attract "kind" love and act as a stabilizing force.
In Crystal Healing, Hematite is used to calm the nerves, reduce pain, decrease insomnia, and to align the spine and speed the mending of broken bones. Some Indigenous healers used it for blood disorders.
Hematite is associated with the Root 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.
