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The abalone is a marine snail, which has been prized by humans for millenia as a food source, and also for the beautiful shell. It is known by many names, but one of the more attractive nicknames for the abalone is "Venus's Ears." The innermost layer of the shell is made of highly iridescent mother-of-pearl. Their shells are exceptionally strong because of how they react when receiving a blow. The shell is made of microscopic tiles separated by layers of sticky protein, so the tiles can slide across one another to absorb the impact. This prevents the shell from shattering, and is being studied by scientists with an eye toward adapting this technology to make improved body armor.

While carrying the essential Garnet energy, this deep reddish-brown mineral has some qualities that are unique among other garnet varieties. Alamandine Garnet can help some people create more "alone time" for themselves, and then helps this time to be more peaceful for them. Useful also for students of astronomy, astrology, and mathematics.

This has traditionally been worn for its sobering influence on overindulgence, be it physical or emotional. Throughout the many cultures who have valued amethyst, there has been a recognition that this is a stone which offers spiritual protection and purification. A classic meditation partner, this stone stimulates the third eye, crown, and etheric chakras. Placed under your pillow, amethyst is said to bring relief from nightmares and insomnia. Like other members of the Quartz family, it will fade if left in direct sunlight for a prolonged time.

The Ammonite is a form of crustacean that swam in open oceans and became extinct around 65 million years ago. Pliny the Elder referred to them as the "Horns of Ammon" because the Egyptian god Ammon was often depicted wearing rams horns, which look similar to ammonites. Ammonites are said to give off positive Earth energy, and to facilitate deep meditation.

Another stone noted for its ability to absorb electromagnetic pollution, this has also been used in medicine wheel ceremonies. Aventurine was placed over the heart of ceremony participants to facilitate loving contact with spirit guides, and has been regarded as a protector of the heart chakra.

The keyword of Bloodstone is "courage," and this stone is felt to assist one in acting in the present moment. It is said to lend one the strength to perservere during transformative circumstances. Bloodstone strengthens the root chakra, and can give a powerful energy boost!

This is a trademarked name for these stones, which come from the base of a naturally-occurring pyramid in Kansas. Also called Kansas Pop Rocks, these stones are composed primarily of pyrite. An individual Boji Stone is considered to be either male or female, with the smoother stones being the female. Working with a male-female pair can help balance the yin-yang energy in the body, as well as energize the meridians. Some people have found that Boji Stones strengthen their telepathic communication with both plants and animals.