Description
- Approximate beads per strand: 38
- What is it: Shungite is a black, lustrous, non-crystalline mineral consisting of more than 98% carbon.
- History: Shungite is an ancient rock formation that's about 2 billion years old. It can only be found in the Russian region of Karelia, near the small town called Shun'ga (where the name shungite comes from), on the shores of Lake Onega. Shungite has been used for centuries for it's mysterious "great powers,” to heal diseases and purify water.
- Metaphysical Properties: Shungite is said to help with detoxifying and purifying the body by absorbing and eliminating any negative energies. Believed to only allow positive and beneficial energies to reach your body.
- Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from bead to bead
Additional Information
Dimensions: |
10mm |
Color: |
Black |
Approx. Strand Length: |
15.5 inches |
Material: |
Shungite |
Hole Size: |
1mm |
Sold: |
By the strand |
Finish: |
Polished |
Shape: |
Round |
Range: |
10-11.9mm |
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