Chip Stone Bracelet

This versatile must have jewellery item is made from natural semi-precious stone gem chips. This style may appeal to men or women and is available in a multitude of stones. Every Bracelet comes on a hang tag which lists the stone type and a unique healing property. These bracelets are easy to mix and match and are made with stretch cord for an easy fit. Approx. 18 cm circumference with stretch cord.

Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz crystal composed of silicon dioxide with traces of iron. As a healing stone it is said to be helpful in ridding nightmares. Just hold the Amethyst crystal on the forehead for a minute and ask it to guide you through a peaceful sleep, then place it under your pillow. Also helpful to calm an overworked and over stressed mind. It is thought to dispel negativity and create a peaceful environment.

Tourmaline is the most multicolored mineral type known, occurring in virtually every color of the spectrum. It has many interesting optical properties. When viewed through their vertical axis, some specimens appear darker or differ in color than when seen through their horizontal axis. Certain Tourmalines exhibit a cat's eye effect when polished. This mineral is also piezoelectric which means that through mechanical action an electric pulse is formed, similar to quartz. Tourmaline is sought after as a talisman of protection to deflect and counteract negative energies. It is also used to guard against radiation and environmental pollutants.

Blue tiger eye, also known as hawks eye is related to the well known gold tiger eye. During the formation of gold tigereye, the bluish-gray crocidolite is replaced by quartz while its fibrous structure is preserved. In this variety, the transformation is only partial, leaving the blue colour to remain. The shimmering eye-like nature, called chatoyancy, is caused by these newly created fibers. Blue tiger eye is a very calming crystal, it is said to release stress, to soothe anxiety and to help cool a quick temper. All tigers eye crystals are stones of protection and were traditionally carried to protect against curses.

Carnelian, the red or orange variety of agate, contains various iron compounds. It is a powerful motivation stone and has been called the "self-esteem stone". It assists in focusing on the present, stimulates appetite, physical energy, emotions, passion and concentration.

This citrine, is a heat treated amethyst, an affordable alternative to natural citrine which is relatively rare. It shows a range of translucent colors from sunny yellow to brown. Citrine is considered the "merchant stone" due to it's ability to promote abundance, creativity and power. It also stimulates the crown chakra and is therefore helpful in stimulating the mind. It also helps align the chakras and balances energy.

Clear quartz is composed of silicon dioxide and forms six sided crystals. The master stone, once thought to be solidified light, is used by many to remove negativity and promote harmony and co-operation within an environment. It is also used in cleansing and energizing other crystals and minerals. Excellent for meditation and accessing higher self and guides.

Fluorite is clear to purple/green. It grounds excess energy. Excellent for the mind, as it helps one to grasp higher ideals and advances the cognitive process. An important balancer and healer because of its bipyramidal shape, embodying the concept of the heavens and earth being a mirror image of each other.

Garnet is a family of silicate of magnesium, iron and aluminum. The name originates from the stone’s resemblance to red pomegranate seeds (malum granatum). Due to its hardness, garnet is used largely in abrasives. As a healing stone garnet is known as the stone for a successful business. It is also popular for improving self-esteem and eliminating depression, garnets are thought to promote lasting relationships. When given as a gift, the garnet is said to grant loyalty and affection. If wearing a garnet though, beware if the stone loses its luster, this is a sign of approaching danger or disaster. A stolen garnet is said to bring bad luck to the thief until it is returned to the rightful owner.

Gold tigers eye is a gemstone in which crocidolite has been replaced by quartz, while its fibrous structure is preserved. The shimmering eye-like nature, called chatoyancy, is caused by these fibers. Enhances connection with personal power and will and help manifest what one is thinking. Assists clear perception and insight and acts as an emotional balancer.

Green aventurine is translucent green quartz with chrome mica inclusions. Often mistaken for jade. Once thought to draw out the heat of fevers, inflammation and nervous system stress. Green aventurine is a popular meditation and healing stone and is said to promote tranquility, positive attitudes, health and well-being.

Hematite is polished oxide of iron and is heavily distributed in rocks and soils. It is colored black to steel or silver-gray, brown to reddish brown, or red. Hematite usually precipitates out of water and collects in layers at the bottom of lakes, springs or other standing waters. Usually when it occurs in the absence of water it is the result of volcanic activity. Hematite is known as a "stone for the mind". It brings mental organization and is very grounding and calming. It helps with original and logical thinking and decreases negativity. Use it to help balance the body/mind/spirit. Physically it has been used to keep the body cool, to decrease blood disorders, nervous problems and insomnia.

The most important mineral component of lapis lazuli is lazurite. A number of other minerals may be contained within the stone such as calcite, pyrite and sodalite. Ground lapis was the secret of the blue in ultramarine, the pigment which painters used to paint the sea and the sky until the nineteenth century.
Used by some as a protective stone, it is said to be grounding with a strong connection to the earth and spirits of nature.

Jasper is an opaque, impure variety of silica in the form of chalcedony or microcrystalline chert. Generally it forms near volcanic activity and the circulation of hot water is thought to be required for its formation. Orbicular jasper is rhyolitic with a high silica content. Quartz and feldspar have crystallized into radial clusters. As a healing stone it helps to define dark as a compliment to light. Not surprisingly it is associated with many physical benefits such as drawing what is needed to physically heal. Leopardskin jasper is associated with shamanic travel and spiritual discovery. It helps to connect with spiritual animal totems.

Moonstone (orthoclase) is from the feldspar family of minerals. It is white or clear and at times has a pearl-like color. Tiny albite crystals within the stone provide a shimmering glow known as adularescence. Moonstone was very popular early in the 20th century and was extensively used in Art Nouveau jewellery. Enhances intuitive sensitivity, relieves anxiety and stress, reduces the tendency to overreact emotionally.

Lemon serpentine, sometimes referred to as new jade, is a hydrous magnesium silicate. It varies in colour from pale yellow to yellow-green with spots or veins of black. This is a good stone for meditation and is said to be valuable in opening psychic abilities. It is also believed to have cleansing and detoxifying properties. It is a useful stone for healers as it helps direct healing energy to where it is needed.

The color range for precious peridot includes green and yellow-green. Peridot emits a warm and friendly energy. It is an excellent healing stone, acting as a "tonic" to both strengthen and regenerate the body. It is also used to strengthen eyesight in conditions of astigmatism and nearsighted-ness.

Rose quartz is a member of the largest family of stones, the silica group and is composed of silicon dioxide with traces of titanium. It emits a calming, cooling energy which can work on all of the chakras to gently remove negativity and to reinstate the loving, gentle forces of self-love. The pink colour of rose quartz has been symbolic of love throughout the ages.

Snowflake obsidian forms in areas of past or present volcanic activity along the tectonic plate boundaries. The whitish or grey spots are called spherulites, they are composed of needle-shaped cristobalite, a type of quartz. Snowflake obsidian shares many important properties of obsidian, but with some subtle yet significant differences in energy. One of the earliest stones used for scrying, or seeing visions, it has long been considered a powerful stone for warding off negative energy.

Sodalite is a royal blue stone with white veining. It is a hard, yet fragile stone that is named after its sodium content. It is somewhat similar to lapis though it rarely contains pyrite and its veining sets it apart. As a healing stone, it has been known since antiquity as the stone of artists because it is believed to be able to promote inspiration and creativity while also providing protection. Enhances communication and expression. Cuts through density and illusion bringing clarity and truth. Calms and clears the mind allowing it to become logical and rational.

Iolite (also known as cordierite) is a magnesium iron aluminum silicate. This mineral is also pleochroic which means that it appears yellowish or bluish depending on the angle at which it is viewed. This sapphire look-alike is known as the vikings compass because it was used to determine the direction of the sun on overcast days. This stone is said to enhance leadership ability, inner strength and self confidence by strengthening the auric field. It is also said to bring harmony in relationships. Iolite is helpful in fighting addictions and alcoholism.

Pink rhodonite contrasts with black maganese oxide in this tumbled gemstone. As a healing stone, it helps express confidence and a loving nature. It also assists in placing other's influence in perspective and calms the soul through the heart. In antiquity, rhodonite was given to travelers as a protective stone, it was said to warn them of imminent danger by causing the heartbeat to accelerate suddenly.

Strawberry quartz is used to stimulate the heart energy centre, filling ones total person with the feeling of love and with the euphoria of the true loving environment. This man made form of quartz, also known as hydroquartz has a stronger pink hue than the natural rose quartz.