Aventurine Mala

Aventurine is the Star Sign for Libra and the Planetary stone of Taurus. Aventurine is a translucent to opaque variety of microcrystal quartz,containing small inclusions of shiny minerals which give the stone a sparkling effect known as ""aventurescence."" Inclusions of mica will give a silver sheen, while inclusions of hematite give a reddish or grayish sparkle. |n| |n| Aventurine is throughout the world. This mineral is similar to amazonite and jade. The name aventurine comes from the Italian ""a ventura,"" which means""by chance"". Aventurine has been used as a lucky talisman. Legends say that it is an all-purpose healer, used to reduce stress, develop confidence, imagination and improve prosperity. A legend from ancient Tibet says that aventurine was used to improve nearsightedness and to increase the wearer's creativity.|n| Many believe that aventurine has the capacity to calm a troubled spirit and bring about inner peace.. Well formed and economical, jade-like green 8mm beads, with real onyx and pewter spacers, finished with a snakeknot. Complimentary Silk Mala Bag included!|n||n||n|