Noble Serpentine Cutbases from Washington - You Choose!

Serpentine is a a (usually) dark green mineral consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate that is found in many places around the world where fault lines create tectonic activity. Scientists have even suggested that serpetenite hydrothermal vents could potentially be the environment in which life on Earth originated.
Noble Serpentine is called "Noble" due to its perceived high quality. Its waxy sheen and often lime green or deep green coloring also give it the nickname "Precious Jade" although it is not in any way a Jade stone. It also goes by the trade name "Healerite."
As a stone with a relative softness that makes it perfect for carving, Serpentine has a rich history that crosses many cultures, including Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Native American cultures such as the Inuit people. It was also used for practical reasons, such as bowls that were carved by the Inuit for use as lamps or cooking vessels. Historically used as decorative, however, one notable use of Serpentine is the facade of the College Hall at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA.

Serpentine is a conduit for positive change. It is deeply rooted in nature, and its formation in faults, areas of tectonic activity, means that it has seen enormous changes that have created mountains out of oceans- and possibly even the introduction of life on earth. With this comes a deep, grounded wisdom and understanding of change that aids us in working through our emotions and bringing about out truest dreams and ambitions.

Photography

Although we always strive to provide clear, accurate images of our crystals and other products, we photograph under professional lighting, which is meant to mimic sunlight. If you get your crystal and think it looks a little different under low or artificial light, try checking it out again in sunlight!

Our crystals are one-of-a-kind art, created by nature.

No two pieces are the same, and there is no such thing as "perfection" in nature.

When it comes to our hand-carved items, remember that artists work with and around imperfections, druzy pockets, and other natural variations to bring each carving out of a piece of natural stone.

We consider these imperfections to be one of the most wonderful parts of crystal collecting, and we invite you to embrace each carving's uniqueness!

We will always try to portray each piece honestly, so be sure to look closely at our images and videos to ensure you know what to expect.

Metaphysical Information

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