Magnesite is described as a relaxing and calming stone used in meditation.

This one-of-a-kind beaded necklace was handcrafted by poet and professor Joy Ladin, who usually makes these necklaces only as gifts for friends.

19 inches long.

http://www.amazon.com/Joy-Ladin/e/B00279IQOO

Read Joy Ladin's "What Was a Nice Jewish Girl Like Me Doing in A Man's Body?A transgendered woman remembers his painful search," in Lilith Winter 2009-10.