Remarkable Ruby-Kyanite Shiva Lingam from India - Shiva Lingam of stunning Ruby in Kyanite - Height: 198 mm - Width: 96 mm- 3743 g - (1)
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One Shiva Lingam sculpted from kyanite with ruby inclusions from India, weighing 3,743 g and measuring 198 × 96 × 96 mm.
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A symbol of divine creation and mineral beauty — This remarkable Shiva Lingam is expertly carved from a block of pale blue-green Kyanite, enriched by countless vivid Ruby inclusions. The elongated, ovoid shape, with slightly rounded ends, is typical of Lingams, sacred objects revered in the Hindu tradition for their representation of divine energy and the creative principle. The mirror-polished surface enhances the mineral’s color depth and the silky luster of Kyanite, while the Ruby crystals, evenly distributed, create a fascinating chromatic contrast with their intense magenta-red hues. The natural veins and color transitions within the Kyanite matrix add further character and uniqueness to this specimen, making it a highly prized collectible piece for both its aesthetics and its symbolic meaning. Kyanite is a mineral known for its blue and green hues, often associated with high-pressure metamorphic formations, while Ruby, the noble variety of corundum, is renowned for its intense red color and hardness. The natural combination of these two minerals is relatively rare and highly valued, especially when it occurs in formations so expansive and suitable for sculpture. The intense red fluorescence of rubies under UV light underscores their purity and composition. Each Shiva Lingam is considered unique and sacred. This specimen is not only a magnificent mineral object for its intrinsic beauty and rarity, but also a powerful symbol of harmony and balance. Its presence can enrich any environment, whether a private collection, a spiritual altar, or a meditative space, adding a touch of mystical nature and sculptural art. Any irregularity in the surface or coloration should be regarded as a natural feature of the mineral, testifying to its geological origin and artisanal craftsmanship, contributing to its uniqueness and authentic charm. This specimen is in excellent condition, preserving entirely its shape and the luster of its polish.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateA symbol of divine creation and mineral beauty — This remarkable Shiva Lingam is expertly carved from a block of pale blue-green Kyanite, enriched by countless vivid Ruby inclusions. The elongated, ovoid shape, with slightly rounded ends, is typical of Lingams, sacred objects revered in the Hindu tradition for their representation of divine energy and the creative principle. The mirror-polished surface enhances the mineral’s color depth and the silky luster of Kyanite, while the Ruby crystals, evenly distributed, create a fascinating chromatic contrast with their intense magenta-red hues. The natural veins and color transitions within the Kyanite matrix add further character and uniqueness to this specimen, making it a highly prized collectible piece for both its aesthetics and its symbolic meaning. Kyanite is a mineral known for its blue and green hues, often associated with high-pressure metamorphic formations, while Ruby, the noble variety of corundum, is renowned for its intense red color and hardness. The natural combination of these two minerals is relatively rare and highly valued, especially when it occurs in formations so expansive and suitable for sculpture. The intense red fluorescence of rubies under UV light underscores their purity and composition. Each Shiva Lingam is considered unique and sacred. This specimen is not only a magnificent mineral object for its intrinsic beauty and rarity, but also a powerful symbol of harmony and balance. Its presence can enrich any environment, whether a private collection, a spiritual altar, or a meditative space, adding a touch of mystical nature and sculptural art. Any irregularity in the surface or coloration should be regarded as a natural feature of the mineral, testifying to its geological origin and artisanal craftsmanship, contributing to its uniqueness and authentic charm. This specimen is in excellent condition, preserving entirely its shape and the luster of its polish.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Remarkable Ruby-Kyanite Shiva Lingam from India -
Mineral form
Shiva Lingam of stunning Ruby in Kyanite
Supplement
Absolutely Unique
Weight
3743 g
Country of origin
India
Height
198 mm
Width
96 mm
Depth
96 mm
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