Impressionistic Natural Chrysanthemum Stone Slab (M9311)

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Chrysanthemum stone is a strikingly beautiful natural formation from Hunan, China. The formation of the flowers is still debated. Some say the stone contains more than ten kinds of trace elements including Selenium, Strontium, Gold, Silver and Bismuth. Other resources say that it is a type of Andalusite. And others state that is a crystal formation with calcite and celestite. These beautiful formations occur in gray limestone. The chrysanthemum flow is known as the "Autumn Flower", is one of the four "honorable plants" a symbol of nobility. The others are plum, orchid and bamboo which are symbols of nobility and are the basis of strokes in Japanese brush painting known as sumi-e. The combination of beauty with strong character made an ideal personality in the eyes of romantic Chinese scholars and was associated with the masculine rather than feminine. A white chrysanthemum is also the symbol of truth. The flowing formations make these a beautiful mediation piece.

The stone measures 3" x 2.75" x 0.25" and weighs 3.4 oz.

Chrysanthemum stone resembles blooming autumn chrysanthemum flowers. It allows one to drift through the blossoms of life. It is a stone of harmony and change. It enhances compatibility, renewal of relationships and unity. The energy is fun-loving and innocence, helps one to enjoy each moment. It assists the removal of obstructions from your path with calming energy that provides confidence.