Polished Verdite Owl and Leopard Stone Mermaid Carvings x 2 From Zimbabwe Banded alongside their distinctive banded patterns

alongside their distinctive banded patterns of purple Amethyst and white Quartz creating Chevron designs

Madagascar is a colourful opaque Jasper prized for its rich earthy tones and abstract swirling patterns

especially in its polished form

Size = 35 - 47 mm

" used by Norse sailors to shield their eyes from the sun and aid in navigation

Polished Verdite Owl and Leopard Stone Mermaid Carvings x 2 From Zimbabwe Banded alongside their distinctive banded patternsPRODUCT DESCRIPTION Preserving Zimbabwe's Stone Carving Tradition Zimbabwe's centuries old stone carving tradition showcases remarkable craftsmanship and artistic expression. Over recent decades, this craft has evolved to create captivating animal figures and other items for the tourism market. However, economic challenges and lack of skill transfer have made it difficult for younger generations to value stone carving as a sustainable craft. At