A reference place for information on gemstones and the symbolism of everyday or interesting themes.
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
The Chalice
The chalice or cup is a symbol of the element of water, a feminine element representing intuition, gestation, psychic ability, the subconscious, and the emotions. In ritual use, it can hold wine or other libations, or salt water. It is often used for scrying.
Many beautiful chalices were created for Eucharistic use in Celtic churches, and remain some of the finest examples of such work in the world. Eventually, the cauldron and chalice of Christ merged into one symbol, and became synonymous with the mythical Holy Grail.
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.
Fleur de Lis
Fleur de Lis means “flower of the lily”. This stylized lily flower has traditionally been used to represent French royalty in a historical context.It is widely thought to be a stylized version of the Iris. Decorative ornaments that resemble the fleur-de-lis have appeared in artwork from the earliest human civilizations.
It signifies perfection, light and life. Legends differ on the origin of the fleur; some stories say that Clovis, the king of the Franks was presented with a lily by an angel to represent purification, on his conversion to Christianity. A lily that appeared at Clovis' baptismal ceremony was a gift of blessing from an apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The lily is also the emblem of the Virgin Mary, and some say the three petals of the fleur-de-lis represent the Holy Trinity.
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Tourmaline
Tourmaline is used to attract inspiration, diminish fear by promoting understanding and encourage self-confidence. It acts to clear, maintain and to stimulate each of the energy centers of the body.Tourmaline has been used to stimulate balance between the left and right sides of the brain to enhance cooperative efforts in creativity and healing. It balances the male/female energies with in your body; it further provides balancing of the mind, of the energy centers and of the auric body inducing the alignment of the mind and the chakra.

