Butterstone (1) (Mineral)

Butterstone is a creamy-green coloured Stromatalite (fossilised algae). The Archean Period, when this material formed, covers 45% of the earth’s history, from the beginnings of the planets, about 4500 million years ago to the beginning of the Proterozoic Era, 2500 million years ago. During the Archean Period the surface of the earth formed, the oceans and the continents were established, and life began in the shallow sea environment. it is a humbling experience to hold a piece of ancient history, of such an incredible age, in your hands.

Country of origin: Greenstone belt of Southern Africa
Size: 70mm x 55mm x 40mm
Age: Archean Eon (4 – 2.5 billion years ago)
Metaphysical attributes: Butterstone brings hope, healing, stability, and luck to the bearer.

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