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Hand engraved Dragon on Rare exemplar of Gray Banded Rainbow Obsidian - Hand engraved Dragon on Rare exemplar of Gray Banded Rainbow Obsidian This sculpted rare obsidian exemplar not only represents an example of high-level sculptural art, but is also charged with spiritual symbolism. The hand engraving is very accurate and fine. Conformation : Gray Banded Rainbow Obsidian Provenience : Messico Hand graved art : Cina Rainbow Obsidian reflective colors : Orange, Pink, Violet, Green Pure Striations : Gray/White Dimension : 14,5 x 9 x 9 cm Weight : 2.318 Kg Conformation Characteristics :  Obsidian is a volcanic glass of varying chemistry, formed by the rapid cooling of mostly silica-rich lava. Rapid cooling prevents crystals from forming (thermal shock) and produces an amorphous, rigid mass rich in solid, liquid, and gaseous inclusions. For this reason, obsidian is also called ”rock glass” or ”volcanic glass.” Its basic color is black. Transparent obsidian, known as smoky obsidian, can only form if the lava is free of foreign substances. If the original magma contains small, finely distributed gas bubbles, the obsidian takes on a silvery color (silver obsidian), while if the bubbles contain water, it takes on a multicolored, brilliant appearance (rainbow obsidian). As obsidian slowly begins to crystallize, small feldspar inclusions and rarely gray striations may form. This crystallization can continue until the obsidian completely transforms into feldspar. Traditions and Benefit :  Obsidian is one of the oldest cult stones in human history. As early as the Stone Age, rattles were made from it and used for ritual purposes. In ancient times, it was believed to be able to drive away demons; in the Middle Ages, it was used in magical rites; Mayan priests of the god Tezcalipoca used obsidian mirrors for divination. In crystal therapy it is considered a stone with great purifying properties. Rainbow obsidian in particular is recognized for its properties of protection and revelation of inner truth. In shamanic tradition and spiritual communities, it is often used for healing purposes It offers deeper insight into emotional and mental problems and provides the strength needed to resolve them. Dragon : Dragons are considerate a helpful and benevolent sacred mythical beasts. These mythological animals bring health, energy, wisdom, prosperity, abundance, longevity, and power.  In Asian traditions, dragons are associated with the figure of the emperor and represent material and spiritual power. According to Tibetan legends, dragons have the ability to communicate ideas as well as a strong ability to discern what is true from what is fake. In Tibetan tradition, dragon is a strong symbol of luck and used to attract good of fortune, and it is also the protector of Buddhist Knowledge. In general, a dragon holding a sphere can represent various things. The most common meaning associated with the sphere is ”Solar Sphere” or ”Pearl of Wisdom”. This sphere symbolizes power, strength, prosperity, and the fulfillment of wishes. The union of the dragon and the sphere is a symbol of dominion, wisdom, and good fortune, also representing the union of opposites in Yin and Yang. The dragon controlling the sphere symbolizes the power to rule and the wisdom of possessing great knowledge. The pictures try to be as faithful to reality as possible and were taken with natural sunlight, and with artificial white lights. Natural sunlight highlights the iridescent colored reflections of rainbow obsidian, and white artificial lights highlight the deep black color, characteristic of obsidian, and the gray streaks conformation The pictures are part of description, so you can see the characteristics, conditions and the dimension of the exemplar. The lot include only the exemplar, the other objects (the base and the candles) need to give an idea for the dimension. Parcel with safe and solid packaging materials. - Ready to ship in 2/3 Days - Shipment time from 3 to 15 days : depends on the distance of Country. - Worldwide Delivery with professional couriers - Tracking Code Shipment