A reference place for information on gemstones and the symbolism of everyday or interesting themes.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
The Unicorn
Unicorns symbolize innocence, purity of heart and primal perfection. Where unicorns played, the land was said to be in eternal springtime. The creature's horn was believed to have vast magickal power including the ability to negate poisons. This powerful totem helps to bring peace, gentleness, courage, inner wisdom and healing.
To many, it means power, purification, healing, wisdom, self-knowledge, renewal and eternal life. In the 4th century BC, Greek historian Ctesias told about a wild animal with healing powers and a spiral horn on its forehead. Medieval myths suggested it could only be caught with help from a virgin who would befriend it.
The unicorn has traditionally appeared as a Symbol of chastity and also an emblem of the word of God. Legend has it that the creature is tireless when pursued, yet falls meekly to the ground when approached by a virgin. It is reputed to live for a thousand years and to be the noblest of animals.
The unicorn is a legendary animal from European folklore that resembles a white horse with a large, pointed, spiraling horn projecting from its forehead, and sometimes a goat's beard and cloven hooves. First mentioned by the ancient Greeks but are not found in Greek mythology, but rather in accounts of natural history, for Greek writers of natural history were convinced of the reality of the unicorn, which they located in India, a distant and fabulous realm for them.
It became the most important imaginary animal of the middle Ages and Renaissance when it was commonly described as an extremely wild woodland creature, a symbol of purity and grace, which could only be captured by a virgin. In the encyclopedias its horn was said to have the power to render poisoned water potable and to heal sickness. Until the 19th century, belief in unicorns was widespread among historians, alchemists, writers, poets, naturalists, physicians, and theologians.
The unicorn is a very positive and affirming symbol, showcasing the best of love, strength, and purity. Unicorns have always been associated with good in nearly all cultures. Perhaps there is power to this symbol.
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Cauldron
The cauldron is symbolic of the Womb of the Goddess, source of all life and re-birth, creativity, inspiration, and knowledge.
Cauldrons are associated with the Element of Water and are commonly used for scrying and psychic divination. The cauldron is seen as a traditional tool of witchcraft.
The cauldron is a Female Symbol - The symbol of the Goddess and corresponds to the element of Water they are are commonly used for scrying and psychic divination.
The 3 Legs reflect the Maiden, Mother, and Crone aspects of the Goddess. It is used in ritual as a container in which magickal transformations can occur and is often a focal point of a ritual.
During spring rites, it can be filled with water and fresh flower petals and in winter, fires can be lighted within the cauldron to symbolize the rebirth of the Sun.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Unicursal Hexagram
The unicursal hexagram is a hexagram or six-pointed star that can be traced or drawn unicursally, in one continuous line rather than by two overlaid triangles. The unicursal hexagram is used to express a high level of self-confidence and belief that one can achieve the highest of goals and become a divine figure. The symbol was devised by the Golden Dawn, and later adapted by Aleister Crowley as a device of personal significance. The unicursal hexagram, allocates the sun to the upper point, the moon to the bottom and the four elements to those remaining.
The unicursal hexagram is symbolic of the divine union between man and his god or gods. The triangles are also often used to represent opposites such as fire and water or male and female, so the unifying of the symbol into one represents the union of opposites.
Our Sterling Silver Unicursal Hexagram
The Dryad
The Dryads are female spirits of nature who preside over the groves and forests. Each one is born with a certain tree over which she watches - she comes into existence with it and often lives in a tree. Dryad females are very pretty, but not stunningly beautiful; they are very slight in build, appearing child-like sometimes even when they are very old. Indefinite in life spans, they are very long lived, but also tend to not keep track of the years.The lives of the Dryads are critically connected with that of their trees; should the tree perish, then she dies with it. If this is caused by a mortal, the gods will surely punish him for that deed. The Dryads themselves will also punish any thoughtless mortal who would somehow foolishly or cruelly injure the trees. Wherever there are large wooded areas it is likely that there are Dryads.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Hummingbird
Hummingbirds represent the power of joy and a focus on the bright side. They bring swiftness of thought and the ability to hover over a situation so that it can be examined carefully and healed. It is not commonly known that the fluttering wings of the hummingbird move in the pattern of an infinity symbol - further solidifying their symbolism of eternity, continuity, and infinity.
They are considered to be symbols of peace, love and happiness. Ancient pagans held them sacred for their tireless energy and anxiety.

