Natural
Selenite Pendants – Selenite gemstone also known as the Desert Rose is a
variety of Gypsum. The origin of the name is from the Ancient Greek moon
goddess Selene.
Historically
it has been used by the Ancient Egyptians for creating ornaments and
decorations. A renowned piece of Selenite is the arched window in the Santa
Sabina church located in Rome. The church was constructed in the 5th
century.
Selenite
is found worldwide however larger deposits are found in Australia, Europe, Russia,
Brazil, Argentina, USA, Mexico and Japan. Selenite is appears in various colors
such as brown green, brown-yellow, green, grey green and grey white.
Interestingly
Gypsum can grow to a substantial size. There have been discoveries of massive
specimens in the caves of Mexico that measures longer than 11 meters long.
Selenite
is said to be the stone of peace and reconciliation. This is a very helpful gemstone
to have in any relationship. Metaphysically it can remove negativity in both
spiritual and physical levels, it helps protect the wearer, promotes good
morality and love, improve the quality and clarity of meditation.
Physically
it can help with illness such as dementia, alzheimer’s, epilepsy, assimilation
of vitamins and minerals, support fertility, libido and pregnancy.
The
colors of Selenite also have distinct physical or spiritual properties. Green
Selenite can slow down the rate of ageing and improve self-confidence, Blue
Selenite enhances meditation and Peach Selenite opens new doors and
opportunities in ones life.
The
astrological sign for Selenite is Cancer, however it is not a birthstone for
any month. Ruby is for the crown chakra and third-eye chakra.
In
Jewelry Auctioned there are many selenite pendants to choose from. There are
drilled, wire wrapped, electroformed and end capped. The shapes range from
natural columnar to fancy shapes such as love heart, swirl, sphere and diamond.
There are also a chakra style, a multi gemstone combination and parcel lots to
buy.
