Cowrie Shell With Aurora Opal Inlay

Comes with an 18" silver chain 

Cowrie shells are deeply symbolic in many cultures. Their unique shape, resembling the female reproductive system, has led to their association with femininity and reproductive power. In some societies, cowrie shells are seen as a representation of the goddess Aphrodite, symbolizing love, beauty, and fertility. Additionally, cowrie shells are believed to possess protective qualities. In various cultures, these shells are thought to ward off negative energies, evil spirits, and curses. They are often used as amulets or charms to safeguard individuals from harm.

A lab-created stone, the Aurora opal is a type of opal that exudes a magical, iridescent glow and is believed to possess special healing powers. It is a stone of transformation and renewal, said to help the wearer find hope in times of despair and to reassure them of a bright future. This new type of synthetic opal has a pattern never seen before in manmade opal. It has a sheen or pearl like pattern with mostly non directional swirls. Aurora opal replicates the natural opals characteristic well and it can be harder to tell the difference. But these opals are manmade. No actual opal is involved. What looks like a picture is a material made in Germany using Silica and polymer.