This is a Carnelian Crystal Skull. Shown next to a US quarter coin for size comparison. It has some interesting banded patterns, vibrant colors, and a shallow Druzy lined linear VUG in the left side of the head. Vugs are natural formations, sometimes also known as "crystal cave inclusions", and considered highly collectible. Very cool! A really striking piece. Much nicer 'in person' than the photos can show.
There are a few tiny organic spots here and there from inclusions 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 1.9oz and measures approximately 42mm (1 5/8" inches) long X 29mm (1 3/16" inches) tall. Code-20473
Carnelian is a type of agate that is thought to open your heart and bring in joy.
It supports one’s individuality and courage. Some have called it the "Actor's Stone" and others have called it the "Warrior's Heart Stone."
Carnelian signifies the male aspect of subtle energy. It is a stone that supports Action and a phrase that has been associated with it is "God helps those who help themselves."
Carnelian is thought to build up vitality and strengthen the body. Like everything in the agate family, it is a protective stone, thought to bring good luck and the ability to manifest one's’ desires.
Carnelian has traditionally been used to help ease sorrow and protect a healer from anger, envy, jealousy and fear.
It is also thought to act as a memory aid, and has been worked with to assist in the recall of past lives, especially those as a warrior or one that required great stamina and courage to survive.
Indigenous Medicine people offer this stone to assist one in stabilizing the energy in a home and in finding the right mate.
In Crystal Healing, carnelian has been used for open sores, sepsis, kidney problems, including kidney stones, and allergies.
Carnelian is associated with the Root and Sacral Chakras.
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.