Lodestone
A precious stone believed to possess magical properties of diverse kinds. If one is ill, one must hold it in one's hands and shake it well. It cures wounds, snakebites, weak eyes, headaches and restores hearing. The possessor of the lodestone may walk through reptiles in safety, even when they are accompanied by "black death." Orpheus says that "with this stone you can hear the voices of the gods and learn many wonderful things; " that it has the property of unfolding the future; and if held close to the eyes it will inspire with a divine spirit. دو Lodge, Sir Oliver: (See Spiritualism.)