sedimentary
Shiva Lingam
Cryptocrystalline Quartz and Iron Oxide
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Brown, red, tan, or grey with swirling markings; Luster: Waxy to dull (silky when polished); Structure: Cryptocrystalline; Shape: Ellipsoidal pebble.
- Hardness
- 7 (Mohs scale)
- Color
- Brown, red, tan, or grey with swirling markings
- Luster
- Waxy to dull (silky when polished)
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Brown, red, tan, or grey with swirling markings; Luster: Waxy to dull (silky when polished); Structure: Cryptocrystalline; Shape: Ellipsoidal pebble.
Formation & geological history
These are river-tumbled stones composed of jasper and other minerals found in the Narmada River in India. They are formed as the river current polishes the stone into its characteristic egg shape over long periods of time.
Uses & applications
Primarily used for religious, spiritual, and meditation purposes in Hinduism and within the holistic healing community. Also used as decorative accents.
Geological facts
The Narmada River in India is the only place these stones are traditionally sourced. They represent the Hindu deity Shiva and the cosmic egg from which all creation emerged.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its unique ellipsoidal shape, smooth texture, and earthy reddish-brown patterns. Collectors can find them in metaphysical shops or online; authentic ones come specifically from the Narmada River bed.
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