THE LUCKY HISTORY OF FISHSTONE (L and J LETTERS)

The Properties and History of Otoliths

Discovered by American fishermen in the 1800s, Fishstone has been recognized for centuries as a special stone with cultural and spiritual significance. The small bones found in the ears of fish, known as "otoliths," are what make the infamous fish valuable. These otoliths have been collected for centuries, believed to bring luck, abundance, and prosperity.

"L" and "J" Letters

These stones naturally feature the letters "L" and "J"; the "L" comes from the right side of the fish, while the "J" comes from the left side. It is believed that these markings carry special meanings, such as LOVE, LUCKY, and JOY.

Use of Lucky Stones

These lucky stones are commonly used to attract love, financial luck, success in business, abundance, and prosperity. They can be carried with you and have also been part of rituals in ancient times. Explore our products at Fishstone Collection, featuring a variety of designs.

Cultural Reflections

Fishstones hold a special place in the cultures of Native Americans and African American hoodoo traditions. These stones have been used for ritual purposes, believed to provide luck and protection. Additionally, the famous blues singer Ma Rainey mentions the quest for lucky stones in her song "Lucky Rock Blues," where she sets out to find these stones. Here are some of the lyrics:

LUCKY ROCK BLUES

Feelin' kind of melancholy, made up my mind to go away

And though some folks says it's folly, sometimes it helps, and feels a way

To forget the man you love, although he may be mean

Goodbye folks, I'm on my way, straight down to New Orleans

Goin' to New Orleans to find that lucky rock

Goin' to New Orleans, yeah, to find that lucky rock

Tryin' to rid myself of this bad luck I've got

On my way to find that lucky rock

Oh, I'm on my way to find that lucky rock

Just to ease my mind off all this trouble I've got

The long and rich history of Fishstone shows that it is not just a physical object but also carries cultural and spiritual significance. Throughout both historical and modern contexts, these stones are recognized for bringing luck and are used in various rituals.