The X'mas sale is ON!

The Ornate Oriental X'mas sale is now on! From now til 31st December, enjoy 20% off all items storewide! Yes that's right, we are taking an additional 20% off our already low prices storewide! Whether it's a gift for your loved ones or to reward yourself, our marvellous gemstone pieces will be sure to put a smile on anyone's face!

This is our way of saying Thank You to everyone who has supported us throughout the year, and to celebrate the end of a beautiful 2010! There is no limit to the number of items you can purchase. So spread the X'mas cheer all around and get your exclusive Ornate Oriental gifts now!

Ornate Oriental wishes everyone a very merry X'mas!

*Not applicable with any other discounts or promotion.

Black Onyx Vogel Style Pendulum

Item Code: Pendulum06-BO

SGD 30.00

This Black Onyx pendulum has a vogel-cut with a tapered point for accurate dowsing. A smooth, deep piano-black, this pendulum design can double up to be worn as a pendant! It comes attached with a Clear Quartz holding bead.

Properties of Onyx
Onyx is strength-giving. It provides support in difficult or confusing circumstances and during times of enormous mental or physical stress. Centering your energy and aligning it with a higher power, accessing higher guidance, is facilitated by Onyx. It can take you forward to view the future and, with its capacity to impart personal strength, facilitates being master of one’s destiny. This stone promotes vigor, steadfastness and stamina. It aids learning lessons, imparting self-confidence and helping you to be at ease with your surroundings.

Onyx is a secretive stone that assists in keeping your own counsel. It is said to hold the memories of things that have happened to the wearer. It can be used for psychometry, telling the story to those who are sensitive to its vibrations. This makes Onyx useful in past-life work for healing old injuries and physical trauma that are affecting the present life. Onyx can also be used to heal old grief and sorrow.

Psychologically, Onyx recognizes and integrates dualities within the self. It anchors the flighty into a more stable way of life and generally imparts self-control. Onyx is a mental tonic that alleviates overwhelming fears and worries. It conveys the invaluable gift of wise decisions.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Pendulum Length: between 32-40mm

Super September Pendulum Special!

For the month of September, you can now get your very own pendulum sets at special rates of 30% off our original prices!

Different gemstones and pendulum styles react differently to each individual and the questions asked. This is the perfect opportunity to try the wide range of gemstones and pendulum styles available and find out which are the ones suitable for you. What more, with the special discounted rates, this is an offer truly not to miss out on!

Pendulum Set A
1 x Teardrop Pendulum - $20
1 x 6-Faceted Pendulum - $20
1 x Vogel Style Pendulum - $30

Original Price: $70
NOW: $50

Pendulum Set B
1 x Herkimer Angel Pendulum - $35
1 x Energy Orb Pendulum - $35

Original Price: $70
NOW: $50

Pendulum Set C - The Ultimate Pendulum Set!

1 x Teardrop Pendulum - $20
1 x 6-Faceted Pendulum - $20
1 x Vogel Style Pendulum - $30
1 x Herkimer Angel Pendulum - $35
1 x Energy Orb Pendulum - $35

Original Price: $140
NOW: $100

You can select your choice of gemstones for each pendulum set, or leave it to us and get a surprise gemstone selection! This special offer is valid until 30th September, so don't forget to get your very own pendulum set now!

*Not applicable with any other discounts or promotions.

The Birthstones Guide - Finding Your Personal Gem

It is important to find the right gemstone and connection to ensure that one truly benefits from the power of gems. Often, the first question for those new to gemstones is: How do I know which gemstone is suitable for me?

The following list is suitable for those who want a quick reference as to which gemstones are suitable for themselves. Each of the twelve signs of the zodiac has traditional crystal affinities, birthstone gems assigned and others from the planets connected to a sign. As new crystals are found, they are assigned to a zodiac sign. The list is a compilation of the various gemstones assigned to each zodiac and can be found in A Crystal Bible by Judy Hall.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 – FEB 18)
Aquamarine, Amethyst, Amber, Angelite, Blue Celestite, Blue Obsidian, Boji Stone, Chrysoprase, Fluorite, Labradorite, Magnetite, Moonstone, Atacamite

PISCES (FEB 19 – MAR 20)
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Bloodstone, Blue Lace Agate, Calacite, Chrysoprase, Fluorite, Labradorite, Moonstone, Turquoise, Smithsonite, Sunstone

ARIES (MAR 21 – APR 19)
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Bloodstone, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, Fire Agate, Garnet, Jadeite, Jasper, Kunzite, Magnetite, Pink Tourmaline, Orange Spinel, Ruby, Spinel, Topaz

TAURUS (APR 20 – MAY 20)
Aquamarine, Azurite, Black Spinel, Boji Stone, Diamond, Emerald, Kyanite, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Sapphire, Selenite, Tiger’s Eye, Topaz, Tourmaline, Variscite

GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUN 20)
Agate, Apatite, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Blue Spinel, Calcite, Chrysocolla, Chrysoprase, Citrine, Dendritic Agate, Green Obsidian, Green Tourmaline, Sapphire, Serpentine, Tourmalinated Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Tiger’s Eye, Topaz, Tourmaline, Variscite, Zoisite, Ulexite

CANCER (JUN 21 – JUL 22)
Amber, Beryl, Brown Spinel, Carnelian, Calcite, Chalcedony, Chrysoprase, Dendritic Agate, Emerald, Moonstone, Moss Agate, Opal, Pearl, Pink Tourmaline, Rhodonite, Ruby, Fire Agate

LEO (JUL 23 – AUG 22)
Amber, Boji Stone, Carnelian, Cat’s Eye, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Danburite, Emerald, Fire Agate, Garnet, Golden Beryl, Green and Pink Tourmaline, Kunzite, Larimar, Muscovite, Onyx, Orange Calcite, Petalite, Pyrolusite, Quartz, Red Obsidian, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Tiger’s Eye, Topaz, Turquoise, Yellow Spinel

VIRGO (AUG 23 – SEP 22)
Amazonite, Amber, Blue Topaz, Carnelian, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Dioptase, Garnet, Magnetite, Moonstone, Moss Agate, Opal, Peridot, Purple Obsidian, Rubellite, Rutilated Quartz, Sapphire, Sardonyx, Sodalite, Sugilite, Smithsonite, Okenite

LIBRA (SEP 23 – OCT 22)
Ametrine, Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Bloodstone, Chiastolite, Chrysolite, Emerald, Green Spinel, Green Tourmaline, Jade, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Mahogany Obsidian, Moonstone, Opal, Peridot, Sapphire, Topaz, Prehnite, Sunstone

SCORPIO (OCT 23 – NOV 21)
Apache Tear, Aquamarine, Beryl, Boji Stone, Charoite, Dioptase, Emerald, Garnet, Green Tourmaline, Herkimer Diamond, Kunzite, Malachite, Moonstone, Obsidian, Red Spinel, Rhodochrosite, Ruby, Topaz, Turquoise, Hiddenite, Variscite

SAGGITARIUS (NOV 22 – DEC 21)
Amethyst, Azurite, Blue Lace Agate, Chalcedony, Charoite, Dark Blue Spinel, Dioptase, Garnet, Gold Sheen Obsidian, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Snowflake Obsidian, Pink Tourmaline, Ruby, Smoky Quartz, Spinel, Sodalite, Sugilite, Topaz, Turquoise, Wulfenite, Okenite

CAPRICORN (DEC 22 – JAN 19)
Amber, Aragonite, Azurite, Carnelian, Fluorite, Galena, Garnet, Green and Black Tourmaline, Jet, Labradorite, Magnetite, Malachite, Onyx, Peridot, Quartz, Ruby, Smoky Quartz, Turquoise

Carnelian Herkimer Angel Pendulum

Item Code: Pendulum02-CN

SGD 28.00

This is for ONE Carnelian Herkimer Angel pendulum. These Carnelian double-terminated points are absolutely gorgeous, with colours ranging from a cheerful orange to deeper reddish-brown. Swirls of different tones can be seen in some pieces and the occasional white streak as well. A silver-plated fitting band is secured to the gemstone. A Garnet cabochon is added to increase the overall energy of the pendulum. The chain for this piece comes with a lobster clasp so that it can be detached easily and worn as a pendant.

Carnelian responds well to all questions but particularly those involving relationships, health issues or of a sexual nature.

Properties of Carnelian
Carnelian grounds and anchors you in the present reality. A stabilizing stone with high energy, it is excellent for restoring vitality and motivation, and for stimulating creativity. It is useful for dramatic pursuits. Carnelian has the ability to cleanse other stones.

Psychologically, Carnelian imparts an acceptance of the cycle of life and removes fear of death. It gives courage, promotes positive life choices, dispels apathy and motivates for success in business and other matters. This stone helps you to trust yourself and your perceptions. It gets to the bottom of what makes you tick, overcomes negative conditioning and encourages steadfastness.

Mentally, Carnelian improves analytic abilities and clarifies perception. It removes extraneous thoughts in meditation and tunes daydreamers into everyday reality. It sharpens concentration and dispels mental lethargy.

Emotionally, this stone is a powerful protector against envy, rage, and resentment. It calms anger and banishes emotional negativity, replacing it with a love of life.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Pendulum Length: approx. 36mm excluding bail (gemstone measures between 24-26mm)

SALE! 25% off all pendulums from 4-10 July!

The Great Singapore Sale is ending this month, but not before Ornate Oriental joins in the fun!

We are offering 25% off all our pendulums! What's more, there is no limit to the number of pendulums you can order! This fantastic offer begins today, 4th July and ends 10th July. Simply e-mail us with your pendulum order within this period of time and we will automatically include the discount for you!

So hurry and place your order now! This is an additional 25% off our already low prices - an offer you truly do not want to miss!


*Not applicable with any other discounts or promotions.

Peach Aventurine Herkimer Angel Pendulum

Item Code: Pendulum02-PA

SGD 28.00

This listing is for one Peach Aventurine Herkimer Angel Pendulum. A silver-plated fitting band is secured to a skilfully crafted double-terminated Peach Aventurine crystal. A Garnet cabochon is added to increase the overall energy of the pendulum. The chain for this piece comes with a lobster clasp so that it can be detached easily and worn as a pendant.

Properties of Peach Aventurine
Peach Aventurine is a very positive stone of prosperity, increasing success and luck in gambling, career and love.

Psychologically, Peach Aventurine reinforces leadership qualities and decisiveness. This stone relieves stammers and severe neuroses, bringing understanding of what lies behind the condition. This is excellent for shy people or those who worry too much.

Mentally, Peach Aventurine stabilizes one’s state of mind, stimulates perception and enhances creativity. It sees alternatives and possibilities, especially those presented by other people. This stone brings together the intellectual and emotional bodies.

Emotionally, Peach Aventurine is an all-round healer, bringing in well being and emotional calm. It is a comforter, heart healer and general harmonizer. Peach Aventurine calms anger and irritation. It stimulates emotional recovery and enables living within one’s own heart.

Spiritually, Peach Aventurine protects the heart chakra, guarding against psychic vampirism of heart energy.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)
Pendulum Length: approx. 38mm excluding bail (gemstone measures between 26-28mm)

Twilight Bella's Rainbow Moonstone Ring

Item Code: Ring-Twilight SGD 65.00

 

This listing is yet another Ornate Oriental Exclusive item! You will receive an absolutely gorgeous Rainbow Moonstone ring that was inspired by the one that Bella wears in the Twilight movie series! The reason behind making this design was that I couldn't seem to find anyone selling a really similar ring as the one Bella wears. Some had round moonstone cabochons instead of oval, some were using the wrong gemstones and some designs were just too far off.

 

Handcrafted using 925 sterling silver, I have kept to its original, simple yet elegant design. Each Rainbow Moonstone cabochon has been carefully selected to ensure that there is a large blue, rainbow flash when turned in light. This is the perfect gift for any Twilight fan!

 

Properties of Rainbow Moonstone

Rainbow Moonstone carries the vibration of cosmic light and offers spiritual healing for the whole of humanity. Taking you on inter- and multi-dimensional journeys, it reminds you that you are part of an ongoing, ever-folding cycle and links to your overall soul as well as your current life plan. Helping you to see the unseen, intuitively read symbols and synchronicities, and opening you to spiritual gifts,

 

Rainbow Moonstone may leave sensitive people feeling psychically or emotionally overwhelmed, although it provides insight in appropriate circumstances. Spiritually, Rainbow Moonstone enables you to have a foot in both worlds – physical and spiritual by being “here” and “there” at the same time with no duality in conflict and complete clarity of awareness. This stone is powerfully attuned to the cycles and phases of the moon and may need removing at full moon.

 

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible Vol. 2, Judy Hall)

 

Gemstone Dimension: 1.2 x 1.0 cm

Ring Sizes: US 3 - 10

Onyx Elder Futhark Rune Set

Item Code: Runes-BO

SGD 40.00

You will receive a set of Black Onyx Elder Futhark runes, consisting of 24 rune symbols and 1 blank rune. The rune symbols have been painstakingly engraved in gold on these quality Black Onyx tumbled stones that measure approximately 0.8" each. The energy from the gemstones is incredible! Each rune set comes with a pouch for safekeeping and also a runic symbol sheet.

Properties of Onyx

Onyx is strength-giving. It provides support in difficult or confusing circumstances and during times of enormous mental or physical stress. Centering your energy and aligning it with a higher power, accessing higher guidance, is facilitated by Onyx. It can take you forward to view the future and, with its capacity to impart personal strength, facilitates being master of one’s destiny. This stone promotes vigor, steadfastness and stamina. It aids learning lessons, imparting self-confidence and helping you to be at ease with your surroundings.

Onyx is a secretive stone that assists in keeping your own counsel. It is said to hold the memories of things that have happened to the wearer. It can be used for psychometry, telling the story to those who are sensitive to its vibrations. This makes Onyx useful in past-life work for healing old injuries and physical trauma that are affecting the present life. Onyx can also be used to heal old grief and sorrow.

Psychologically, Onyx recognizes and integrates dualities within the self. It anchors the flighty into a more stable way of life and generally imparts self-control. Onyx is a mental tonic that alleviates overwhelming fears and worries. It conveys the invaluable gift of wise decisions.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Note: Shipping fees for this item are as follows:
SINGAPORE - SGD 8.00 for 1st item, SGD 4.00 as additional item
OVERSEAS - SGD 10.00 for 1st item, SGD 5.00 as additional item

Carnelian Elder Futhark Rune Set

Item Code: Runes-CN

SGD 40.00

You will receive a set of Carnelian Elder Futhark runes, consisting of 24 rune symbols and 1 blank rune. The rune symbols have been painstakingly engraved in gold on these quality Carnelian tumbled stones that measure approximately 0.8" each. The energy from the gemstones is incredible! Each rune set comes with a pouch for safekeeping and also a runic symbol sheet.

Properties of Carnelian

Carnelian grounds and anchors you in the present reality. A stabilizing stone with high energy, it is excellent for restoring vitality and motivation, and for stimulating creativity. It is useful for dramatic pursuits. Carnelian has the ability to cleanse other stones.

Psychologically, Carnelian imparts an acceptance of the cycle of life and removes fear of death. It gives courage, promotes positive life choices, dispels apathy and motivates for success in business and other matters. This stone helps you to trust yourself and your perceptions. It gets to the bottom of what makes you tick, overcomes negative conditioning and encourages steadfastness.

Mentally, Carnelian improves analytic abilities and clarifies perception. It removes extraneous thoughts in meditation and tunes daydreamers into everyday reality. It sharpens concentration and dispels mental lethargy.

Emotionally, this stone is a powerful protector against envy, rage, and resentment. It calms anger and banishes emotional negativity, replacing it with a love of life.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Note: Shipping fees for this item are as follows:
SINGAPORE - SGD 8.00 for 1st item, SGD 4.00 as additional item
OVERSEAS - SGD 10.00 for 1st item, SGD 5.00 as additional item

Golden Quartz Elder Futhark Rune Set

Item Code: Runes-GQ

SGD 40.00

You will receive a set of Golden Quartz Elder Futhark runes, consisting of 24 rune symbols and 1 blank rune. The rune symbols have been painstakingly engraved in gold on these quality Golden Quartz tumbled stones that measure approximately 1" each. The energy from the gemstones is incredible! Each rune set comes with a pouch for safekeeping and also a runic symbol sheet.

Properties of Golden Quartz

Golden Quartz is best known as a stone of success. It can help increase one’s self confidence, creativity and bring success in business and ventures. Golden Quartz also cleanses and enhances the organs, subtle bodies and acts as a deep soul cleanser, connecting the physical dimension with the mind. It works at a vibrational level attuned to the specific energy requirements of the person needing healing or undertaking spiritual work.

Spiritually, Golden Quartz facilitates spiritual communication over a long distance, including between worlds and empowers healing at all levels. Storing information like a natural computer, it is like a spiritual library waiting to be accessed. Golden Quartz enhances psychic abilities and attunes one to one’s spiritual purpose. Used in meditation, it filters out distractions and helps one to keep focus.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Note: Shipping fees for this item are as follows:
SINGAPORE - SGD 8.00 for 1st item, SGD 4.00 as additional item
OVERSEAS - SGD 10.00 for 1st item, SGD 5.00 as additional item

Rose Quartz Elder Futhark Rune Set

Item Code: Runes-RQ

SGD 40.00

You will receive a set of Rose Quartz Elder Futhark runes, consisting of 24 rune symbols and 1 blank rune. The rune symbols have been painstakingly engraved in gold on these quality Rose Quartz tumbled stones that measure approximately 1" each. The energy from the gemstones is incredible! Each rune set comes with a pouch for safekeeping and also a runic symbol sheet.

Properties of Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz is the stone of unconditional love and infinite peace. It is the most important crystal for the heart and heart chakra, teaching the true essence of love. Rose Quartz gently draws off negative energy and replaces it with loving vibes. It also enhances positive affirmation and promotes receptivity to beauty of all kinds. If you want to attract love, look no further than Rose Quartz. For existing relationships, it will restore trust and harmony and encourage unconditional love.

Emotionally, Rose Quartz releases unexpressed emotions and heartache, soothing internalized pain and healing deprivation. Rose Quartz teaches you how to love yourself if you have thought yourself unlovable. This is vital as you cannot accept love from others nor love them unless you first love yourself. This stone encourages self-forgiveness, acceptance and invokes self-trust and self-worth.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Note: Shipping fees for this item are as follows:
SINGAPORE - SGD 8.00 for 1st item, SGD 4.00 as additional item
OVERSEAS - SGD 10.00 for 1st item, SGD 5.00 as additional item

Amethyst Elder Futhark Rune Set

Item Code: Runes-AM

SGD 40.00

You will receive a set of Amethyst Elder Futhark runes, consisting of 24 rune symbols and 1 blank rune. The rune symbols have been painstakingly engraved in gold on these quality Amethyst tumbled stones that measure approximately 1" each. The energy from the gemstones is incredible! Each rune set comes with a pouch for safekeeping and also a runic symbol sheet.

Properties of Amethyst

Amethyst is an extremely powerful and protective stone with a high spiritual vibration. A natural tranquilizer, Amethyst blocks geopathic stress and negative environment energies. Traditionally, it was worn to prevent drunkenness and has a sobering effect on overindulgence and physical passions.

Mentally, Amethyst is extremely beneficial to the mind, calming or stimulating as appropriate. It helps one to feel less scattered, more focused and in control of your faculties. It enhances memory and improves motivation, making one more able to set realistic goals. It also aids relieving insomnia and protects against recurrent nightmares. It can help one to remember and understand dreams, facilitating the visualization process.

Emotionally, Amethyst promotes emotional centering. It dispels anger, rage, fear and anxiety. Alleviating sadness and grief, it aids one in coming to terms with loss.Spiritually, Amethyst gives insights into true nature and encourages selflessness and spiritual wisdom. It opens intuition and enhances psychic gifts. It is an excellent stone for meditation and scrying and can be placed over the third eye to stimulate it.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Note: Shipping fees for this item are as follows:
SINGAPORE - SGD 8.00 for 1st item, SGD 4.00 as additional item
OVERSEAS - SGD 10.00 for 1st item, SGD 5.00 as additional item

Green Aventurine Elder Futhark Rune Set

Item Code: Runes-GA

SGD 40.00

You will receive a set of Green Aventurine Elder Futhark runes, consisting of 24 rune symbols and 1 blank rune. The rune symbols have been painstakingly engraved in gold on these quality Green Aventurine tumbled stones that measure approximately 1" each. The energy from the gemstones is incredible! Each rune set comes with a pouch for safekeeping and also a runic symbol sheet.

Properties of Green Aventurine

Green Aventurine is a very positive stone of prosperity, increasing success and luck in gambling, career and love. Other than its wealth prospect, Green Aventurine also helps to defuse negative situations and turn them around. This is especially helpful in bringing malignant situations under control.

Psychologically, Green Aventurine reinforces leadership qualities and decisiveness. It promotes compassion, empathy and encourages perseverance. Mentally, Green Aventurine stabilizes one’s state of mind, stimulates perception and enhances creativity. It sees alternatives and possibilities, especially those presented by other people. This stone brings together the intellectual and emotional bodies.

Emotionally, Green Aventurine is an all-round healer, bringing in well being and emotional calm. It is a comforter, heart healer and general harmonizer. Green Aventurine calms anger and irritation. It stimulates emotional recovery and enables living within one’s own heart.

Spiritually, Green Aventurine protects the heart chakra, guarding against psychic vampirism of heart energy.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Note: Shipping fees for this item are as follows:
SINGAPORE - SGD 8.00 for 1st item, SGD 4.00 as additional item
OVERSEAS - SGD 10.00 for 1st item, SGD 5.00 as additional item

Clear Quartz Elder Futhark Rune Set

Item Code: Runes-CQ

SGD 40.00

You will receive a set of Clear Quartz Elder Futhark runes, consisting of 24 rune symbols and 1 blank rune. The rune symbols have been painstakingly engraved in gold on these quality Clear Quartz tumbled stones that measure approximately 1" each. The energy from the gemstones is incredible! Each rune set comes with a pouch for safekeeping and also a runic symbol sheet.

Properties of Clear Quartz
Clear Quartz is the most powerful healing and energy amplifier on the planet because of its unique helical spiral crystalline structure. Found worldwide, it absorbs, stores, releases, regulates and unblocks energy. Clear Quartz works at a vibrational level attuned to the specific energy requirements of the person needing healing or undertaking spiritual work. It cleanses and enhances the organs, subtle bodies and acts as a deep soul cleanser, connecting the physical dimension with the mind.

Spiritually, Clear Quartz raises energy to the highest possible level. Storing information like a natural computer, it is like a spiritual library waiting to be accessed. Clear Quartz enhances psychic abilities and attunes one to one’s spiritual purpose. Used in meditation, it filters out distractions and helps one to keep focus.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible, Judy Hall)

Note: Shipping fees for this item are as follows:
SINGAPORE - SGD 8.00 for 1st item, SGD 4.00 as additional item
OVERSEAS - SGD 10.00 for 1st item, SGD 5.00 as additional item

Rune Reading and Layouts

What is the best way to use your runes? That is up to you. Here are some common methods of using runes:

Method #1: With your runes in their pouch close your eyes, concentrate on what you want an answer for (past situation, present situation or future situation) and chose a rune from the bag as your answer.

Method #2: Gently toss the runes from the bag onto a soft surface and the runes while thinking of what you want an answer for (past situation, present situation or future situation) and the rune(s) that stand out the most to you is your answer.

Method #3: Lay the runes out in grid and let your hand pass over the runes slowly while concentrating on what you want an answer for (past situation, present situation or future situation). Use your left hand if you are right-handed and your right hand if you are left-handed. You will sense the rune that holds the answer to your question.

Method #4: With your eyes closed and while in a neutral state of mind draw three runes from the bag and line them up. The first rune is an answer to a past situation, the second one is an answer to a present situation and the last is an answer to a future situation.


Layouts in Readings

1. Two-Rune Draw

Using a method of your choice specified on the intro choose two runes and place them side-by-side. The two runes will either strengthen one another or oppose one another. If they are like-meaning they will assist each other in a supportive way for you. If they oppose one another it is considered a draw in most situations. In some situations is can represent what is wrong and what needs to happen for it to be fixed.

2. Three Norns

Rune far left: Norn Urd; the past- past actions & situations that relate to the question you asked
Rune middle: Norn Skuld; the future- what will likely happen to answer your question
Rune far right: Norn Verdandi; the present- what is influencing you right now

3. Triple-Rune Challenge

Rune bottom: the present- what influences you right now
Rune middle: upcoming challenges & what you must do
Rune top: what is likely to happen as a result of the challenge.

4. Four Dwarves

Rune top: Past desires related to the question (can also indicate ancestors past desires)
Rune right: Present desires & feelings related to the question
Rune left: Desires & feelings of others related to the question
Run bottom: Represents your heart's inner most, secret desires; if rune is positive this desire will manifest within 4 months

5. Five-Rune Layout

Rune bottom: Basic influences that impact the question
Rune far left: Problems that may influence the question
Rune top: Positives that may influence the question
Rune far right: Immediate answer to the question
Rune middle: Future influences to the question.

6. Runic Cross

Rune far left: Past situations
Rune beneath center: Present situations
Rune far right: Future situations
Rune bottom: Influences on the question
Rune center: Shows what influences having a positive outcome
Rune top: Most likely outcome for the question

7. Seven-Rune Layout

Runes first & second: Shows the problem
Runes third & fourth: Past influences that contribute to the present situation
Runes fifth & sixth: Shows you the guidance the runes are giving you
Runes seventh: Possible outcome; if this rune is positive & all the previous runes are positive this will be a positive result, if the rune is negative & all the previous runes are negative this will be a negative result.

8. Ve Layout

Rune top left: Past influences related to the question
Rune second from top left: Present influences related to the question
Rune third from the top left: Future actions related to the question
Rune center bottom: Action to be taken for best outcome
Rune right of center at bottom: Your feelings & emotions related to the question
Rune second from top right: Any possible problems related to the question
Rune top right: Future outcome related to the question

(extracted from How-To Read Runes, Encyclopedia, www.creepyhollows.com)

Introduction to Runes

Runes are an ancient Germanic alphabet. They were used throughout northern Europe, Scandinavia, the British Isles, and Iceland from about 100 B.C.E. to 1600 C.E.

Since ancient times, runes have been used for divination and magic, in addition to writing. The word "rune" actually means mystery, secret or whisper. Each rune has esoteric meanings and properties associated with it, beyond its mundane meaning and phonetic value. Each translates into a word or a phrase signifying concepts important to the early peoples who used them, representing the forces of nature and mind. Each rune has a story attached to it, a relationship to a Norse God.

Odin, the Norse High God of the Aesir, hung from the world tree, Yggdrasil, impaled on his own spear, for nine days and nights in order to gain the knowledge of runes. When the runes appeared below him, he reached down and took them up, and the runic knowledge gave him power . He later passed on this knowledge to the Vanir goddess Freya. She, in turn, taught him the magic of seidr. Heimdall, the god who guarded the Rainbow Bridge, taught the runes to mankind.

Runes are an oracle from which one seeks advice. They work best if you detail your current circumstances and then ask a specific question. Rune readings are sometimes obscure. They hint toward answers, but you have to figure out the details. Runic divination or "rune casting" is not "fortune telling" in the sense that one actually sees the future. Instead, runes give one a means of analyzing the path that one is on and a likely outcome. The future is not fixed. It changes with everything one does. If one does not like the prediction, one can always change paths.

Runic alphabets first appeared among German tribes in central and eastern Europe. Some runes symbols are likely to have been acquired from other alphabets, such as the Greek, Etruscan, and the Early Roman. The runes were made of straight lines to make the characters suitable for cutting into wood or stone. The earliest runic inscriptions on stone are dated to the late 3rd century AD, although it is probable that runic alphabets had been in use for some centuries before.

The Old Germanic Runic alphabet or "Elder Futhark" contains 24 runes. The first six runes of the alphabet spell out the word "FUTHARK".

(extracted from Introduction to Runes, www.sunnyway.com)

Tips on Using Your Pendulum

A pendulum can help make predictions and give answers using one of two main techniques. The first technique is to ask simple yes or no questions. The pendulum is held in one hand and allowed to dangle freely. As the questions are asked the crystal pendulum begins to swing. The way it swings predicts the answers to the questions. The other technique that can be used for predictions is by using a chart. Charts are available that display the answers based on the direction of the swing of the pendulum. The charts are a good way for beginners to learn the art of divining with the pendulum.

Example of an alphabet chart

There are unlimited uses for pendulums and many dowsing techniques and applications. Some uses of pendulum dowsing are to determine
• Compatibility between people, places and objects
• Counterfeit or authentic items
• Honesty or Fairness etc.

and choose
• Investments and stocks
• Careers
• Relationships
• Dates for special occasions etc.

The pendulum can help you find out about houses, apartments, roommates, employees, used cars, or anything you have in mind. Dowsing techniques include having a list of questions such as safety, compatibility, price, etc., or holding your pendulum over pictures of your options to help you choose the best one.

At Ornate Oriental, we provide a basic instruction sheet with each pendulum purchase to get you started on your journey. Also, if you have any questions along the way, just ask and we’d be more than happy to help!

Rainbow Moonstone Energy Orb Pendulum

Item Code: Pendulum04-RM

SGD 35.00

This listing is for ONE Rainbow Moonstone Energy Orb Pendulum. This piece is absolutely HUGE! Easily obtained but expensive, this Rainbow Moonstone orb is a glowing lunar white with flashes of blue sheen when turned in light. It has protective Black Tourmaline laced within, a naturally occurring feature common in Rainbow Moonstone. The pointed end of this piece is great for specific dowsing, and can also be used for carvings and inscriptions into soft materials like candles. Due to the weight of the fittings, the chain used for this pendulum is thicker to ensure a steady hold. It comes with a Clear Quartz holding bead.

Rainbow Moonstone responds exceptionally well to questions on relationships, emotional issues, spirit guides and past lives.

Properties of Rainbow Moonstone
Rainbow Moonstone carries the vibration of cosmic light and offers spiritual healing for the whole of humanity. Taking you on inter- and multi-dimensional journeys, it reminds you that you are part of an ongoing, ever-folding cycle and links to your overall soul as well as your current life plan.

Helping you to see the unseen, intuitively read symbols and synchronicities, and opening you to spiritual gifts, Rainbow Moonstone may leave sensitive people feeling psychically or emotionally overwhelmed, although it provides insight in appropriate circumstances.

Spiritually, Rainbow Moonstone enables you to have a foot in both worlds – physical and spiritual by being “here” and “there” at the same time with no duality in conflict and complete clarity of awareness.

This stone is powerfully attuned to the cycles and phases of the moon and may need removing at full moon.

(Information extracted from: A Crystal Bible Vol. 2, Judy Hall)

Pendulum Length: between 48-50mm (orb diameter is between 22-24mm)

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