3.1" Hand Carved Bird Perched on Pyrite, Brown Calcite, Sodalite Peru Serpentine Turquoise’s value can vary significantly

Turquoise’s value can vary significantly based on quality factors such as color saturation

With a Mohs hardness of 5

Since their stunning discovery in the 1870s

reflecting different cooling histories or processes on the parent body

groundwater rich in minerals such as silica

3.1" Hand Carved Bird Perched on Pyrite, Brown Calcite, Sodalite Peru Serpentine Turquoise’s value can vary significantlyLocation: Peru Weight: 5. 8 Ounces Dimensions: 3. 1 Inches Long, 2. 6 Inches Wide, 1. 8 Inches Thick The item pictured is the one you will receive. The art of carving birds from semi precious stones is a cherished Peruvian tradition, deeply rooted in the ancient craftsmanship of pre Columbian civilizations like the Inca, Moche, and Nazca. These exquisite sculptures are handcrafted from natural Andean stones such as serpentine, lapis lazuli, and