The Hongshan culture was a Neolithic civilization that flourished in China between 4700 and 2900 BC. It is particularly known for its jade artifacts. The Hongshan civilization considered these carving sacred, in fact many artifacts and statuettes were discovered inside tombs and temples. Age of this item is to be determined. It is iron meteorite or tourmaline. Before the Iron Age, that is before the advent of iron smelting, the main source of the metal was meteoritic iron. Tourmaline is a crystalline silicate mineral group in which boron is compounded with elements such as aluminium, iron, magnesium, sodium, lithium, or potassium. Black tourmaline is very popular for creating a shield of protection from negative energies. Use black tourmaline to release tension and negative thoughts and ground yourself. Registered, insured and well protected shipping.