U are looking at a beautifull "GRASS FLOWER JASPER" skull. This skull is hand carved and hand polished . its a super realistic carving ( highest quality ). meaning : very detailed : teeth ,nose , eye sockets , jaws. Dimensions & weight 12.7x8.4x9.7 cm / 5x3.3x3.81 inch 1366 gram / 3,01 lb Science & Origin Flower Jasper, also known as Flower Wood Jasper and Chinese Flower Jasper, is a multicolored gemstone whose cream, brown or gold color base is swirled with gray, pink and burgundy. The word "jasper" is derived from the Greek word iaspi meaning "spotted stone," related to the Hebrew jashpeh and the ancient Assyrian word ashpu. Jaspers were worn by Egyptian priests in amulets covered with inscriptions from their Book of the Dead and wrapped up with mummies for protection in the afterlife. The Minoans of Crete carved seals for the palace of Knossos of jasper. Jasper was the 12th stone in the breastplate of the Hebrew High Priest, and is said to be the foundation stone of New Jerusalem. Some Native American tribes used jasper to dowse for water and to call rain. Shipment is well packed and insured