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Shiva Lingam (Polished Jasper)
Cryptocrystalline Quartz (SiO2) with Iron Oxide inclusions
Hardness: 6.5-7 on Mohs scale; Color: Tan, brown, reddish-brown, grey; Luster: Smooth, waxy to vitreous when polished; Crystal Structure: Trigonal (microcrystalline); Cleavage: None
- Hardness
- 6
- Color
- Tan, brown, reddish-brown, grey
- Luster
- Smooth, waxy to vitreous when polished
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Physical properties
Hardness: 6.5-7 on Mohs scale; Color: Tan, brown, reddish-brown, grey; Luster: Smooth, waxy to vitreous when polished; Crystal Structure: Trigonal (microcrystalline); Cleavage: None
Formation & geological history
Formed as river-tumbled cryptocrystalline quartz/jasper deposits along the beds of the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh, India.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in spiritual practices, meditation, sound healing, decorative displays, and as a gemstone bead or pendant for jewelry.
Geological facts
Shiva Lingams are considered sacred stones in Hinduism representing the cosmic pillar and divine energy. Each natural specimen is gathered from the river and hand-polished by local artisans.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its characteristic smooth oval/egg shape, warm earthy colors, and central banding or markings. Native to the Narmada River in central India.
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