Shungite Dragon Tower
Shungite Dragon Tower
Shungite Dragon Tower Carving
A striking carved shungite tower featuring a detailed coiled dragon wrapping around the point. This piece combines sharp geometric tower shaping with intricate dragon scale and facial detailing, finished in deep graphite-black tones with a subtle metallic sheen.
The high-carbon composition gives this carving its distinctive appearance — and like many genuine shungite pieces, it can leave a natural black carbon residue on the fingers when handled.
Overview
This carving has been shaped from shungite, a rare carbon-rich mineraloid primarily sourced from the Karelia region of Russia. Unlike most decorative carving materials, shungite contains an unusually high carbon content, giving it its deep black appearance and conductive properties.
The dragon carving wraps around a polished point tower, with textured scales, curved body detail, and raised facial features carved directly into the material.
Key Features
Material: Shungite
Composition: Carbon-rich mineraloid
Primary Element: Carbon
Colour: Deep black to graphite grey
Finish: Polished with carved detailing
Carving Style: Dragon wrapped tower
Transparency: Opaque
Lustre: Dull to semi-metallic
Texture: Smooth polished surfaces with textured carving detail
Geological & Scientific Notes
Shungite is composed largely of carbon and formed through the metamorphism of organic-rich sedimentary material over billions of years.
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Many authentic shungite carvings — especially those with higher carbon concentration — can leave a black residue or dust on the fingers. This is completely normal and is caused by fine carbon particles naturally present within the material.
Unlike volcanic glass such as obsidian, shungite has a softer structure and a more matte graphite-like appearance under direct light.
This carving shows subtle reflective flashes across the dragon scales while maintaining the deep black appearance characteristic of carbon-rich shungite.
Why This Piece Stands Out
• Detailed wrapped dragon carving
• Carbon-rich authentic shungite
• Deep graphite-black colouration
• Geometric polished tower point
• Natural carbon residue confirms high carbon content
• Strong contrast between smooth and textured surfaces
Dimensions
97 grams 10.5cm x 2.5cm
Important Handling Notes
Because shungite is high in carbon, some black residue may transfer onto fingers or cloth during handling. This is normal for many genuine shungite pieces and can simply be wiped away.
Avoid prolonged water exposure and clean gently with a dry or slightly damp cloth only