Known as the Cupid of Rome, Eros was the Greek god of carnal love.  He shot his famous arrow at his mother, Aphrodite.  Instead of hitting her, the arrow broke off part of her fingernail.  This fingernail fell from Mt. Olympus and landed in the Indus River, turning into a beautiful stone we have today.  From Argentina, Madagascar, Brazil, South Africa, India and the US, this stone is known for protection and strength.  It offers you grounding power and protection while finding balance and peace of mind in your life.  It challenges you to change how you approach challenges rather than running away in fear.  Believe in yourself and grab hold of the stronger sense of your self.  This is finding your true self.