A polished lapis lazuli gemstone worrystone. Lapis gemstones are associated with the wind element, and are considered a gemstone of royalty and spirituality. Lapis helps one find self knowledge and a higher purpose. Lapis is said to aid vision, and was ground up and used by Cleopatra as eyeshadow. Lapis is the September birthstone.
Worry stones are smooth, polished gemstones in the shape of an oval with a thumb sized indentation. They are also known as thumb stones or palm stones. They originated in Ancient Greece. The first worry stones were simple rocks that had been worn smooth by the sea. Held between the index finger and thumb, rubbing them creates feelings of calmness and reduce stress levels.
Worrystones range from 1 to 1 1/2 inches long. Price is for one lapis worrystone.