This is a lovely AGATE GEODE crystal skull! Approximately the size of a human infant. Shown next to standard sized 12oz/355ml soda can for size comparison.
Dark blue-grey Agate surrounds a sparkly Quartz center. Some areas have subtle banding, and there is also Dendritic inclusions mixed into both sides of the head. Some are golden orange/yellow (Iron), others are black (Manganese). Although they can resemble tiny plant-life! There is a BIG crystal lined VUG in the top of the head. Vugs are natural formations, sometimes also known as "crystal cave inclusions", and considered highly collectible. Tiny shimmery areas and even some rainbows are visible in the crystalline areas. Best seen in bright light/sunlight as you move the stone around in your hands. One of a kind and super energetic! Much nicer in person than any photo could ever show - I guarantee it.
Besides the vug, it has a few small organic spots that were close to the surface as the stone was polished. ALL inclusions present in this piece come from 100% natural formations in the stone.
It weighs about 3lbs 1.6oz / 1.406kgs and measures approximately 5 1/8" inches long X 3 1/4" inches wide at the widest point X just under 4" inches tall. Code19207
Dendritic inclusions combine the many useful qualities of the base stone with Manganese (black) and/or Iron (brown), which is the actual mineral content of the "plant life"-like inclusions. It facilitates a harmonious relationship with Mother Earth, and a deeper connection with nature, including the nature spirits. It is also used for facilitating Past Life recall and used to open and activate the third eye.
Agate is well known for balancing the subtle energies. It is said to assist with protection, (especially of children) impart courage and help with healing. Agate is thought to enhance creativity and is used by student and artists. It’s said to increase energy in bursts, and so may be used when a big ‘push’ is needed. In ages past, people put agate in their drinking water to dispel sickness. BLUE or blue-grey Agate is associated with the Throat Chakra.
Geodes assist in effective communication. Aids the study of mathematics and is said to facilitate astral travel.
Rainbows in Crystals are thought to be able to manifest some of the purest energies on earth and take the user to higher realms. They can help with Lucid dreaming and bring understanding of dreams. Some believe that these crystals exhibit the closest manifestation of pure white light that can be experienced on the physical plane. Rainbow crystals are used during meditation to and bring depth and clarity to dreams and move through negativity.
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 a quartz crystals energetic quality and in fact, inclusions and impurities can make the crystal more energetic and increase it’s ability to 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, will change the frequency that the crystal oscillates at.
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 in any form is a powerful stone.
Quartz has long been used to direct and amplify thoughts and intentions - because all thoughts are a form of energy and intentions shape and will effect subtle energies. Because of this, it is 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 just another form of an energy pattern.
Quartz may be held directly on the third eye to increase the clarity of a psychic vision.
Many Indigenous healers and Crystal Healers use Quartz to perceive and communicate with other worlds, for dream work, scrying or crystal gazing, perceiving spirits and for channeling. Quartz may be used to dispel and clear negative energies.
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.
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.
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.
