Hühnergott - Hascherlit - hag stones

Back from my trip from the Baltic Sea in Germany in Boltenhagen, nearby Rostock. And as a lot of visitors I walked along the shore and try to find some "hag stones" (German: Hühnergott or Hascherlit) or Thunderstones (German: Donnerkeil or Latin: Belemniten) and I was partly successfull by finding some hag stones.

But what is a hag stone? 

In short: A stone "from the sea" with a hole in it.

A hag stone is a stone with a naturally occurring hole through it. They are also known as adder stones, witch stones, serpent eggs, and fairy stones. Hag stones are believed to have magical properties, and have been used for centuries for protection, healing, and divination.

The hole in a hag stone is said to represent the eye of a witch or fairy. According to legend, witches and fairies would use their eyes to cast spells and curse people. By looking through the hole in a hag stone, it was believed that one could see through the disguise of a witch or fairy and protect themselves from their evil magic.

Hag stones were also believed to have healing properties. They were said to be able to cure snake bites, headaches, and other ailments. Some people also believed that hag stones could bring good luck and ward off evil spirits.

Hag stones are typically found in coastal areas or near rivers, where the water can erode the rock and create the hole. They can also be found in other places, such as mountains and forests.

If you find a hag stone, you can keep it as a protective charm or use it for healing or divination. However, it is important to remember that hag stones are not magical objects. They are simply stones with a naturally occurring hole. However, the belief in their magical properties has persisted for centuries, and many people still find comfort and protection in them.

Here are some of the common beliefs and uses of hag stones:

• Protection: Hag stones were often worn as amulets or charms to protect from witches, fairies, and other evil spirits. They were also hung in doorways and windows to keep evil out of the home.
• Healing: Hag stones were said to be able to cure snake bites, headaches, and other ailments. They were also used to promote fertility and childbirth.
• Divination: Hag stones were sometimes used for divination, such as to predict the future or find lost objects.
• Good luck: Hag stones were believed to bring good luck and ward off bad luck. They were often given as gifts or kept as talismans.

Whether you believe in their magical properties or not, hag stones are fascinating objects with a long and rich history. If you ever find one, you may want to keep it as a reminder of the power of nature and the human imagination.