This is an exquisitely gorgeous XL Ocean Jasper TIGER totem. Shown next to a 12oz/355ml can of soda for size comparison. :-> The rough material used to carve it is older stock from Madagascar - you don't see these colors coming out of the mines anymore, and it was carved from a SINGLE PIECE of stone - which takes exceptional skill! It has been carved to have its own base, so stands upright. The colors and patterns are just stunning. Deep mauve/pink background with highlights of golden yellow/orange, cream, tan, and deep green!
There are a few small organic spots here and there from inclusions that were close to the surface as the stone was shaped and polished. ALL inclusions present come form 100% natural formations in the stone.
It weighs approximately 1lb 13oz and measures about 7" inches long X 2 5/8" inches wide at the widest point X 4 1/4" inches tall. Code-3567
As a totem animal, the Tiger represents passion, power, and devotion. The Tiger leads us on new adventures, and awakens passions and powers we may not have been aware of before. Tigers are a symbol of the darkness, and have been associated with the New Moon as well. Tiger people tend to do their best work at night! The Tiger has also been associated with the element of Water which is healing, and attuned to the feminine energies.
Ocean Jasper is a very calming and soothing energy. It encourages the love of one's self and others, a healing of one's emotions and brings a sense of peace.
It is connectedness to nature and all of the earth and therefore is very attractive to the Devas (also known as Nature Spirits or fairy / faerie kingdom.)
It is used to encourage the acceptance of responsibility and it also is thought to help increase patience. Ocean jasper is a very protective stone, and the orbs or "eyes" found in the stone are considered to enhance this protective quality, especially in regard to what is called the ‘evil eye.’ It is one of the most protective stones in the Jasper family.
Ocean Jasper is used in some meditation techniques, such as gazing or scrying, especially if highly polished.
In Crystal Healing, it is thought to be useful removing toxins from the body and the aura, as well as with digestive problems.
Ocean Jasper is associated with the Heart Chakra, but can be used with all of the 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.