This double wrap bracelet is made with 18k gold dipped skulls and 6mm Lava & Amethyst beads. Amethyst which is the color of royalty can be used to to promote calm, balance, and peace. Basalt /Lava is a stone of strength and courage. And since the Lava is formed from molten lava which is one rock that has been heated so much it becomes liquid, you can only imagine the strength, fire and power contained within Lava. It allows one the opportunity for stability throughout changes in their life. If you are going through a lot of shifts in your life then Basalt would be a helpful stone for you.