Holly Wand Traditional Length

This wand Is holly, it is not the gleaming white that we normally have, this is considered a stained variety as it has a natural darkening in the wood itself. 

HOLLY

The whitest wood known, with white sapwood and ivory white heartwood. Uniform texture and close grained. A symbol of masculine energy, it draws off of the element of fire. It is a powerful wood used for healing and protection. Seeks a partner of strength and good will.

The evergreen holly tree embodies both protection and peace. It happily endures the changing of the seasons, and for this reason, it is a symbol of immortality. Physical strength and sacrifice are also attributes of holly. It is a symbol of the warrior, when the warrior is also spiritually aware and true of heart. It is said that a man who carries the leaves and berries of holly is irresistible to women. Since the story of the ruler ship of the Holly King and the Oak King deal with cycles and rebirth, it is often used in magic to ease the loss of loved ones to death. It also carries properties of the sacred, material advance, physical revenge, and beauty.

A great wood for animal work, and connections with animals.

Holly is a sacred tree of Celtic astrology from 8th of July to 4th of August. The sacred spear of Odin was made of holly wood. The roman god Mars rules over this mighty wood. Holly is related to the elemental Earth, also associated by druidic tradition to the grand majesty of the unicorn. The smith god Govannon considers this wood to be sacred.

Magical properties: defensive magic, animal work, protection magic, energy, faeries, positivity, protection, victory, purity, strength, logic, power transfer, blocking unwanted forces, and healing.

Holly is often associated with purity, holiness, protection from evil spirits and poisons, helps with business endeavors and progress, used in consecrations.