Throughout the ages, the granite carving egg has symbolized new beginnings, the spark of creation. Traditional folk religion regards the granite carving egg as a powerful symbol of fertility, purity and rebirth. Magic rituals often use granite carving eggs to promote fertility and restore virility (of the body and mind); and to foresee the future. Eggs mean growth, protection, new beginnings, resurrection. The Vernal Equinox celebrates the coming of spring and the Gem stone egg is an important part of this ancient festival.