shell size: 1" x 0

carnelian is thought to be a stone of great value to those who are shy and must speak in public

They associated these gems with the wine god

I'm lucky enough to have family who lives at Isle of Palms and I can go bonkers collecting shells for my jewelry

Amethyst (February) Birthstone Choker jewelry shell size: 1" x 0Amethyst This gorgeous stone has been prized since the time of the ancient Greeks. They associated these gems with the wine god, Bacchus, because of their grape like color. According to gemstone lore, amethyst jewelry keeps its wearer clear headed and clever. Leonardo da Vinci wrote that amethysts enhance intelligence and protect against evil thoughts. Buddhists have believed that the crystals enhance meditation, and are often used for Tibetan prayer