Laucala Shakra Bracelet (#008)

...balance the mind, body, and spirit...

• Amethyst.
• Aventurine.
• Blue Lapis.
• Carnelian.
• Light Blue Calcite.
• Mother of Pearl.
• Red Jasper.
• Tiger's Eye.
• Sterling Silver clasp.
• One-of-a-kind.
• Designed & handmade in California.
• Inspired by an island of Fiji.

Amethyst  Amethyst's name is derived from "amethystos," which means "not drunk" in Ancient Greek, because it was thought that amethysts would help a person maintain sharp wits in both business & battle. Commonly associated with royalty because of its purple coloring, Amethyst has been used to symbolize deep love, happiness, humility, sincerity, & wealth for centuries. It is associated with the 7th Chakra, also known as the Crown Chakra, located at the top of the head, which represents the energy & spiritual center of the body. Amethyst is also connected to the zodiac signs of Capricorn, Pisces, Aquarius, & Virgo.

Aventurine  Aventurine was used 2.5 million years ago in Ethiopia to make tools, & the ancient Etruscan civilization in Italy associated it with Thalna, the goddess of childbirth. In China, Aventurine was the sacred stone of Guanyin Pusa, the goddess of compassion & unconditional love. The Tibetans used Aventurine to carve the eyes of statues, which might be why some also believed that wearing the stone improved myopia, which is the condition that causes far-away objects to appear blurry. Aventurine is associated with the 4th Chakra, also known as the Heart Chakra, & is believed to encourage emotional healing & self-love, bringing harmony & balance to the heart. Its gentle energy is thought to soothe emotional wounds, nurture action & leadership, & provide an opportunity to release self-doubts.

Blue Lapis Lapis Lazuli, also known as Blue Lapis, has been historically associated with royalty, strength & courage, wisdom & intellect, & friendship & truth. From antiquity, Blue Lapis has been worn in the belief that it will ward off evil. Blue Lapis is also believed to represent the 6th Chakra, or Third Eye Chakra, where it is thought to bring harmony, love, & protection to relationships. In some parts of the world, Blue Lapis is one of the February birthstones, & it is also connected to the zodiac sign of Aquarius.

Carnelian  Bronze Age artifacts using Carnelian found on the Greek island of Crete have been dated as far back as 1800 BCE. Throughout history, including during the Roman Empire, Carnelian has been associated with courage, vitality, & motivation. Known as the 'Stone of Motivation,' Carnelian is believed to inspire action, helping people overcome hesitation & procrastination. With its deep orange color, Carnelian is associated with the 2nd Chakra, or Sacral Chakra, which regulates creativity & sexuality. Carnelian is widely regarded as the birthstone for the zodiac sign of Virgo.

Blue Calcite  In ancient times, the Egyptians used Blue Calcite to make small figurines & statuettes. Blue Calcite is associated with the 5th Chakra, or Throat Chakra, located at the base of the throat & believed to be responsible for communication & expression. Blue calcite is thought to help open & balance energy that aids in communication, & it is often connected to the zodiac signs of Cancer & Pisces.

Mother of Pearl A stress-relieving stone, Mother of Pearl has been used for centuries to signify heightened intuition, wisdom, imagination, sensitivity, & adaptability. Because it is linked to the 4th Chakra, or Heart Chakra, it is believed to help strengthen the heart & immune system. Some believe it opens the 6th (Third Eye) Chakra & 7th (Crown) Chakra, associating it with wisdom. Mother of Pearl is connected with the zodiac sign of Pisces.

Red Jasper  Red Jasper was used in Ancient Egypt to protect against evil spirits, & the Medieval Ages saw it used as a source of courage, especially in Germanic legends. Red Jasper is associated with the 1st Chakra, or Root Chakra, which is believed to be connected to security & stability. Red Jasper is a common birthstone for February.

Tiger's Eye  Tiger's Eye was carved into amulets & talismans worn by ancient Roman soldiers to help them remain calm & focused. Ancient Egyptians considered it a type of 'all-seeing eye' that they in turn used for the eyes in statues. Tiger's Eye is associated with the 3rd Chakra, or Solar Plexus Chakra, which is believed to help build a stronger sense of self & unlock inner wisdom & personal empowerment. Tiger's Eye is the birthstone for the Gemini zodiac sign, thought to help adaptability, wit, & decision-making.