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Agram.m
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This pendant is a legacy from my grandmother (1882-1978). I will always cherish this juwel as a precious memory of her. Also because I share her taste for her nowadays antique jewelry.
This is a silver pendant with Marcasites and a large round Hematite (silver greyish) stone.
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I love your Grandmothers pendant Agram.m.The Hematite is a wonderful stone/crystal and has many functions as a healing crystal,little known facts that are now coming to the forefront of alternative therapys.
Hematite helps draw tension out of the body, neutralizes negativity and releases anger and jealousy. Its power for increasing mental function improves memory, mathematical processes, logic, creativity, and mental dexterity. Enhances abilities to focus, reliability, courage, optimism, trust, stability, balance, and will power. It's also believed to bring good luck, good health, money, and higher love. Has been used to treat blood-related illnesses such as hemophilia, anemia, kidney and liver diseases, cardiovascular weakness, menstrual cramps, nose bleeds, bronchitis, jet lag, birth, surgery, tumors, insomnia, leg cramps, headaches, nervous disorders, and fevers. Provides comfort during times of grief.So,wear it and enjoy the benefits of this wonderful crystal.
This info comes from the book on crystals "Melodys,Love is in The Earth"
Dear Dottie,
Hi Dottie,
Thank you for your nice and interesting reaction. I am glad that I inherited from my grandmother, not only this beautiful jewel necklace but, what I did not know also many good qualities, both physical and spiritual wellbeing. Thanks again !
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