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Shiva Lingam

Cryptocrystalline Quartz and Iron Oxide

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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.