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Shungite Faceted Cylindrical Pendant

Approximate dimensions: 10 x 8 x 8 mm.

The ancestral sobriety of shungite

Shungite is a unique rock distinguished by its deep black color and its matte, almost metallic appearance. Its name comes from the Shunga region in Karelia (Russia), the only place in the world where it is found in large concentrations.

It is a very ancient material, formed more than two billion years ago, making it one of the oldest carbon-rich compounds known to science.

Composition and structure

Shungite is characterized by its high carbon content, a chemical element essential in the formation of organic matter and numerous natural structures.

Unlike other minerals, shungite does not have a defined crystalline form, but rather a compact and irregular structure that gives it its sober and robust appearance.

Varieties and natural forms

In nature, shungite can be found in different qualities and forms:

• High-purity shungite, with higher carbon content
• Natural fragments with irregular surfaces
• Polished pieces with a satin sheen
• Massive formations without defined geometry

Its moderate hardness allows it to be worked into simple shapes, always preserving its natural character.

A material with history

Shungite has been known and used in Russia for centuries. There are records of its use in the 18th century, when its physical properties and resistance were studied.

Due to its durability and composition, it was valued both for practical uses and for decorative and experimental applications.

Presence in contemporary design and objects

Today, shungite is used in decorative pieces, handcrafted objects, and design elements that seek to convey solidity, minimalism, and a connection with primary materials.

Its dark color and discreet texture make it a common complement in modern spaces, where it is combined with wood, light stone, or metals.

A rock of essential character

Beyond its geological origin, shungite evokes ideas of resistance, antiquity, and simplicity. Its austere appearance contrasts with the complexity of its internal composition.

It is a rock that does not seek to stand out through shine, but through presence: a material reminder of the depth of geological time and the importance of carbon as the basis of matter.

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