Although not a gemstone, the Paua Shell (related to the abalone) is recognized as sacred to the Maori people of New Zealand from where it is harvested, and is used frequently in their carvings to represent the glittering eyes of the ancestors that gaze down from the dark heavens above. Paua is said to bring the serenity of the sea, bestowing a sense of peace, comfort, beauty, and delight. It is considered to be a very heart-centered substance, aiding artistic expression as well as harmony in relationships, particularly relating to the family. This polished Pine Cone cross-section reveals nature's ornate Sacred Geometry while serving as a symbolic representation of Human Enlightenment and of our Third Eye. Only one cross-section is taken from the heart of each individual Pine Cone, so every Talisman is absolutely unique and one-of-a-kind!