Bowlerite Worry Stone - Mike (blue)

In our pursuit to bring you interesting stuff made from other stuff, we sometimes come across something we didn't know existed, but we add it to our stock because it's visually interesting or particularly quirky or made from an item we don't already have in our collection. This product is all three!

Shire Post Mint makes coins, and while they're amazing, they're not repurposed. But these are. You may have seen worry stones before, but have you ever seen them made out of Bowlerite?

Have you ever heard of Bowlerite?

Bowlerite is the name given to the outer shell of bowling balls which is cut and shaped and polished to a stone-like appearance. It's even referenced on some gemological websites.

These Bowlerite Worry Stones were made in Arkansas from discarded bowling balls. They're a bit over an inch in diameter and have one concave side, "for maximum satisfaction when holding between forefinger and thumb." Mike is a swirly dark blue, .5" to .7" thick. The maker packages them in a zipper bag with a small booklet of bowling terms.

Worry stones have been used to relieve stress and anxiety since ancient times. Think of them as the first fidget toys. This one also happens to be a great conversation piece!