Herkimer Quartz Diamond ~ #2

Herkimer diamond is an amazing stone to use in magic, it has many uses including:  healing, protection, grounding, increasing spiritual energy and opening up the crown and third eye chakras. Known as the 'Stone of Attunement', Herkimer diamond can purportedly be used to help those looking to experience astral travel or have lucid dreams. They amplify energy so are a perfect piece to have on your work space for any spell or ritual, 

A Herkimer diamond is a double-terminated quartz crystal, meaning it has points at both ends, found in Herkimer County, New York. Despite the name, they are not actual diamonds but are named for their exceptional clarity and naturally formed facets, resembling diamonds. They are known for their clarity, often containing inclusions of water, air, or carbon.  The best pieces are kept for jewellery making where they command high prices but other pieces which do not make the high grade for jewellery are sold as individual pieces, they have a wide variety of uses and are a sought after magical tool.