Handcrafted Serpentine Turtle Carving, 2 lbs and 2.1" Tall #3901SE-001

This is a natural gemstone sold by Brazil Gems® as is and as you see it in its images and video. It is the exact one you will receive. It may contain natural imperfections and/or imperfections, broken edges and repairs from the extraction, carving, polishing and prepping processes. At Brazil Gems® we make every effort to get measurements as exact as possible but they are done by human hands and eyes and therefore may have minor discrepancies.

Serpentine stone is a group of minerals, primarily composed of magnesium silicate, known for its distinctive green color and smooth, waxy texture. It often features a mottled or veined appearance, resembling the skin of a serpent—hence its name, derived from the Latin word serpens meaning "snake." The stone typically ranges in hue from pale green to deep olive, sometimes with hints of yellow, brown, or black, depending on impurities and mineral composition. Formed through the metamorphic process involving ultramafic rocks, serpentine is commonly found in regions like California, Russia, and Italy. It’s prized in jewelry, carvings, and decorative objects for its attractive patterns and polished sheen, and it’s often associated with metaphysical properties like healing, protection, and emotional balance. Hardness varies between 2.5 and 5.5 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively soft yet workable for artisans.