Polished Pair Of Purple Lepidolite Bird Book End Carvings x 2 From Zimbabwe Zambia showcasing the geological complexity and

showcasing the geological complexity and rarity of this material

with only a limited quantity ever mined and processed

Madagascar: Our Green Opal is a captivating gem that boasts varying levels of colour intensity

all batches / items within this stock item are fully sorted and selected accordingly to associated grade

economic challenges and lack of skill transfer have made it difficult for younger generations to value stone carving as a sustainable craft

Polished Pair Of Purple Lepidolite Bird Book End Carvings x 2 From Zimbabwe Zambia showcasing the geological complexity andPRODUCT INFORMATION General Description Zimbabwe has a long history of stone carving traditions dating back many centuries. In most recent decades this unique craft moved towards focusing on animals, and other items suitable for the tourism market in the region. Only a handful of more modern contemporary works of art are found generally outside of the country. Unfortunately, due to the extensive economic hardships the region has faced over the past