Septarian, Brass and Silver Pendant $70

Septarian Pendant Approx. 2 x 2 1//2 inches

A septarian is essentially a piece of fossilized mudball. A more proper term is concretion. Cutting inside some of them reveals intricate patterning, apparently caused by mineralization of shrinkage cracks created as the concretions dried out. The effect can be quite beautiful. I obtained these septarians from a shop in Philipsburg, Montana. I'm not sure where they actually were found. The septarians were cut in half so I could see what was inside them. I continued to cut slices and ground and polished them before I set them in the settings you see.

Septarian is said to give you confidence, especially in public speaking. It is known as a grounding stone, associated with the root Chakra, and it is believed to impart self confidence, patience and tolerance. Septarian is valued as an excellent centering stone for meditation.

Septarians are sometimes called dragon stone because of a legend that tells how when dragons died out, they fell into the sea and their bodies turned to stone. The septarians were thought to be the scales of the dragons.

Putting final touches on this Septarian necklace

The stone pictured here is approximately 2 by 2 1/2 inches across. It is set within a brass ring and held in place with sterling silver prongs. The metal parts are coated in a thin clear lacquer to keep everything bright and shiny. The necklace comes with a 16 inch cord, fastened by means of a knot and loop.

As with all of my jewelry, you can try the piece for 30 days and return it if you decide it's not right for you. Price is $70. For mailing destinations outside the US, there is a fee for additional postage and insurance. If you wish to order, please email me to check on availability

Making a setting to fit the stone

Septarian, Brass and silver setting, 16 inch cotton cord $70