Medusa's Wisdom

Medusa is the snake haired gorgon woman whose gaze turns men to stone. She was beheaded by Perseus who avoided her gaze with the use of a mirror. In some images she also has huge feathered wings. Her snake haired image is emblazoned on the aegis (shield/armour) of Athena, the Goddess of Wisdom and is a symbol of protection. This piece is made with obsidian, lapis lazuli, serpentine, and garnet. Black obsidian is a stone of protection and transformative magic. Lapis lazuli is a stone of wisdom and insight. Serpentine is a stone of serpent energy and moving between the worlds. Garnet is a stone of inner strength. Medusa’s story has many versions both ancient and modern with many interpretations. Many today see her as a symbol of women’s beauty and misunderstood power. She is a symbol of sovereignty, protection and transformation. Explore her story further by bringing her energy into your life.