Dendritic Opal Palm Stone | Hand Polished White Opal Crystal Mediation Stone w/ Dendrites | Vohibola Deposit, Madagascar
$29.00 $58.00
Exceptional, large dendritic opal crystal palm stone. This rare stone is an alchemizes white opal with quartz, agate and exquisite manganese dendrite inclusions.
Dendritic inclusions are often described as fern like inclusions. I’ve always seen a network of roots, weaving deep into the stone.
Roots are exceptional beings. They branch out, creating an intricate web which reaches deep into the earth, a superhighway of intuition, nerves carrying information from one being to the next.
A tangible connection between all things.
Common opals are potent energetic conduits, known for their high water content.
The quartz inclusions open this piece up to intention, the agate calls in the energy of the earth, and the dendrities carry this information out into the world.
This large Madagascar opal meditation stone is semi translucent, with a breathtaking display of opalesence when backlit which highlights the map of dendrities.
Hand curated, intentionally mined & hand polished from the Vohibola Deposit and sourced directly from a small lapidary in Madagascar.
࿔ 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞 - Please see our “FAQ’s” for details regarding our commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing & mining practices. Shop policies also noted at the bottom of this listing in “The Intention” section.
| The Dimensions |
Length: Approximately 61.9 mm
Weight: Approximately 87 grams
| The Energy of Dendritic Opal |
Chakra(s): Third Eye, Crown
Vibration: 6, 8
Element(s): Earth, Water, Ether
| The Spirit of Dendritic Opal |
Dendritic Opal, also known as Merlinite, is a “stone of magic and intuition.” A common variety of opal which contains black “dendrites” - small black branch-like inclusions of Manganese.
Biologists understand “dendrites” as the branching ends of nerve cells that communicate with other dendrites along synapses to pass messages through the body. We observe dendrite inclusions in a very similar way, fostering communication and our capacity to give and receive information.
Robert Simmons said Merlinite parts the “veils between the visible and invisible,”supporting a deepening of our intuitive nature.
Merlinite is a stone of mysticism and alchemy. Merlinite is said to “open our energy field” to higher frequencies and support our “innate capacity” to act as a channel through which to move this creative energy into our physical, manifest realm.
Dendritic Opal is known as the “wise soul.” All things exist in balance, and without the shadows, we would not have light. Merlinite supports an unraveling of our shadow sides of self and aiding us in understanding how these shadow aspects are entwined with our highest good. Recognizing and integrating our shadow self’s creates space for us to truly begin to understand our own divine nature and supports our journey to the infinite void of possibility. Merlinite is said to resonate with the universal flow of life force energy, and is often used to assist us in “honing” our ability to connect with our higher self’s.
| The Intention |
- Listing is for piece shown. Stones are photographed in natural light.
- Stones are borne of the earth - natural inclusions and imperfections can and will occur. Stones are earth medicine and this is part of their magic. We offer free 30 day returns without question - if your piece does not resonate with you, please let us know.
- *We work hard to ensure all pieces are sourced ethically, to the best of our ability. Please see our “Ethical Stone Information,” Part I & II in our “FAQ” section for information on our sourcing practices.
- All stones are cleansed and infused with reiki energy prior to shipping. Please see the shop’s “About” section for details regarding our intentional practices.
- All packaging is recyclable and/or biodegradable (packing peanuts are plant based and compostable or can be safely dissolved with water). Our “Ethical Statement” is located under “FAQ’s.”
- If you’re unable to recycle/compost/reuse any of the packaging, please don’t hesitate to let us know - we’re happy to send a return label so you can ship the packaging back to us at no cost to you.
**Any statements made here are not intended to provide medical advice or to replace the advice of your doctor or other medical staff. If you are suffering, please don’t ever hesitate to contact your medical provider for assistance. There is wisdom in recognizing when we need help, in listening to our bodies, and for asking for what we need.*
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We do all that we can to care for Mother Earth as she cares for us. All packaging is recyclable and/or compostable, unless being repurposed. If you’re unable to recycle/compost/reuse any of the packaging, please let us know - we’re happy to send a shipping label so you can return the items to us at no cost to you.
All mailers, peanuts, pouches (ritual salt), and plastic sleeves are biodegradable. Crinkle paper is recycled and recyclable or compostable, along with the boxes and any printed materials.
We strive to only partner with vendors who use sustainable packaging, but we will repurpose anything unsustainable if received. If unsure how to dispose of any materials, please reach out - we’re happy to advise! In gratitude ☀️
Ethical & Toxin Free Pledge
We strive to use only organic, non-GMO, fair trade, sustainable products & we source locally as much as possible. All product information, including details regarding packaging, will always be noted clearly in the listing.
There are certain plants that will never be used in the creation of our products. The sustainability of the products we offer and the ingredients we use matters to us. We do not use any ingredients derived from plants that are considered endangered. We utilize plant medicines that have been used in healing for centuries, while respecting the plants themselves and honoring cultural traditions by working only with plants that have been a part of our ancestral traditions.
Return Policy
Our intention is always that the piece you receive be the piece that you need, and that it comes to you precisely when you need it, but we also understand that the only way to be sure of this is to hold the piece in your hands.
If your piece does not speak to you for any reason we will happily allow you to return or exchange it within 30 days of purchase. If an issue arises outside of this timeframe please still reach out so we can discuss how to move forward - your happiness truly is important to us.
We carry insurance on all shipped packages, and we take great care to ensure that all pieces are well protected during shipping. If a piece arrives damaged in any way, please let us know right away so we can make this right.
Ethical Commitment - Part I
Unfortunately mining crystals is not regulated in most places, which makes ensuring stones are sourced ethically quite difficult at times.
We believe wholeheartedly that these stones have the power to foster great healing, and it is with love and reverence for Mother Earth, each other, and all things that we offer these products.
We work hard to do our due-diligence. We ask questions about the origin of the pieces, and do not purchase from mines/areas that are known for having unfair practices.
Sometimes we are at the mercy of the vendor regarding this information. See our FAQ, “Ethical Stone Information - Part II” for details regarding the steps we take before we’re comfortable listing these offerings.
Ethical Commitment - Part II
Certain areas/mines have no regulations in place to protect the environment, ensure staff is age appropriate, receives fair pay, treatment & benefits & has adequate PPE. We will not purchase from these locations & we work hard to determine each piece’s origin.
When not possible, we must rely on our vendors. We’ve invested time, money & effort into building relationships & trust. We also always trust our gut - If we’re not comfortable, we will not purchase. We continue to educate ourselves & on the rare occasion we learn later that a piece was mined unethically, we will pull it.
Though ethically sourced often = higher cost, we believe strongly in these values. We strive to offer pieces accessible to all, with great love & deep gratitude.
Why is Everything Priced as a Whole Number?
There is a short and a less than short answer here.
Short answer - I’ve never been able to get behind the whole psychology of “charging $9.99 will look like a better deal than $10 & will increase your sales.” This feels almost dishonest for me, personally, & it’s not a practice I am comfortable with simply for the sake of it.
The less than short answer is that I have always loved whole numbers, particularly the number 0. “0” is often referred to as the void & is considered the space of nothingness. While this isn’t untrue, from nothingness comes the infinite possibility of everything. The void is the beginning of creation, the sacred pause. The end & the beginning.
The number “0” has always felt like magic in tangible form to me.