{"product_id":"106g-chalcedony-stalactite","title":"106g Chalcedony Stalactite","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePlease message me prior to completion of your order for details on how to save on shipping costs by purchasing multiple items from my store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis interesting piece is a Chalcedony Stalactite from Junction View, Lockyer Valley Region, Queensland, Australia. This specimen weighs 106g and measures 12cm x 4.5cm x 2cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA Chalcedony stalactite is a naturally formed, icicle-shaped hanging rock formation found in caves, composed of the mineral Chalcedony, a microcrystalline variety of Quartz, which has built up layer by layer from mineral-rich water dripping from the cave ceiling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eChalcedony is a member of the Quartz family with a cryptocrystalline structure, perfect for magnifying its crystal energy to soothe and restore balance, from the conscious mind to the inner child, all the way down to the animal self. Its name may be derived from the Greek port city of Chalcedon. The ancient civilizations of Egypt, Greece and Rome used varieties of Chalcedony in jewelry and carvings, and, as gems of antiquity, they were believed to imbue their holders with certain powers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQuite popular in ancient times Chalcedony was carved with symbols and motifs of water and air deities as well as water sprites, as this stone is associated with the weather. Chalcedony was considered a sacred stone by the Native American Indians, it was said to be used daily to promote stability during ceremonial activities as well as meditations for a creating a pathway for receiving successful transmission from the spirit world. The name Chalcedony comes from Calcedon or Chalcedon, an ancient port on the Sea of Marmara, in Asia Minor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eChalcedony is known as the Speaker's Stone, the stone of one who must measure his words. It encourages reflection and meditation, its gentle radiance preparing us for action but helping to hold back words we might regret. The great Roman orator, Cicero, is said to have worn one around his neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eConsidered a nurturing stone, Chalcedony absorbs negative energy and dissipates it before it can be passed on. It promotes brotherhood and good will, opening the mind to new ideas, instilling feelings of benevolence and generosity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturesgiftsByChris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50105190187285,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/2453\/3781\/files\/IMG_6111.jpg?v=1787185445","url":"https:\/\/naturesgiftsbychris.com\/products\/106g-chalcedony-stalactite","provider":"NaturesgiftsByChris","version":"1.0","type":"link"}