{"product_id":"shungite-buddha","title":"Shungite Buddha Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003eShungite Buddha Carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully carved shungite Buddha figure featuring a seated meditation pose, detailed textured hair carving, and deep graphite-black colouring with a soft metallic sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece combines traditional sculptural styling with the natural appearance of carbon-rich shungite, giving it a distinctive dark finish that subtly reflects light across the carved surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many authentic high-carbon shungite carvings, this piece may leave a natural black residue on the fingers when handled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carving has been shaped from genuine shungite — a rare carbon-rich mineraloid most famously sourced from the Karelia region of Russia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seated Buddha design features folded hands, flowing robe detailing, and textured curled hair patterns carved directly into the stone. The soft satin-like sheen visible across the surface is typical of polished shungite with elevated carbon content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Shungite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition: Carbon-rich mineraloid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimary Element: Carbon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Deep black to graphite grey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Smooth polished finish with textured detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarving Style: Seated Buddha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Opaque\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLustre: Dull to semi-metallic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture: Smooth with natural carbon grain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShungite formed from organic-rich sedimentary material that underwent metamorphism over billions of years. Its unusually high carbon concentration is what gives the material its distinctive black appearance and conductive nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e�\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic shungite commonly contains loose carbon particles, meaning carvings can occasionally transfer a black residue or dust onto fingers or cloth during handling. This is normal and often indicates higher carbon content within the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike obsidian, which is volcanic glass, shungite has a softer graphite-like appearance with a more matte metallic sheen under direct lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Piece Stands Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Detailed seated Buddha carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• High-carbon genuine shungite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Rich graphite-black colouration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Textured hair and robe detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Subtle metallic sheen under light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Natural carbon residue characteristic of authentic material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e98 grams 8cm x 4.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Handling Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the high carbon content, some black residue may transfer onto fingers during handling. This is completely normal for many genuine shungite carvings and can be wiped away easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean gently using a dry or slightly damp cloth only and avoid prolonged water exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53935320236373,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_d41be1c4-2965-4a37-ab99-f83b1cfca34d.jpg?v=1778861346","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/shungite-buddha","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}