Base chakra pendant (inner stillness) sterling silver and gold. Made from sterling silver with 14 carat gold accent centre. 18 inch chain

Dimensions: Diameter across width of base chakra pendant is about 18mm (about three quarters of an inch).

There are seven main chakras or energy points in the human body. By wearing jewellery related to a certain chakra we increase our focus to strengthen or bring into balance the properties of that chakra.

The word Muladhara (base/root chakra) breaks down into two Sanskrit words: Mula meaning 'root' and Adhara, which means 'support' or 'base'.

Based at the root of the spine, the base chakra is comprised of whatever grounds you to stability in your life as you embark on this earthly journey. Without grounding, all other aspects and levels, however grand, cosmic and spiritual will not have as much meaning and can lead to a feeling of stress or not belonging. We are at this stage of our evolution living on earth so we need to accept where we are and accept that we are eternal beings. A balanced root chakra can bring a feeling of stillness and creates a solid foundation for opening the chakra's above.

At a glance:

Sanskrit name: Muladhara - root support
Element: Earth
Colour: Red
Shape: Square
Petals of the lotus: Four
Seed sound: LAM
Vowel sound: O
Function: To have
Endocrine gland: Adrenal cortex
Physical association:The skeletal structure, teeth, large intestine, kidneys, blood Psychological function: Survival and self preservation
Identity: Physical identity
Developmental stage: Womb to 12 months
Challenge: Fear
Plane: Physical plane
Planets: Saturn, Earth
Deity: Brahma, Dakini, Ganesha
Mythological Animal: White elephant with seven trunks
Sense organ: Nose
Predominant sense: Smell
Incense: Cedar
Herb: Sage
Tarot suite: Pentacles