Natural Transparent Rose Quartz Hand-Carved Mukkuru Bead | 25.00 ct | One-of-a-Kind Sri Lankan Collector's Gem

Discover a remarkable example of traditional Sri Lankan gemstone craftsmanship.

This 25.00-carat Natural Transparent Rose Quartz Mukkuru Bead is a one-of-a-kind hand-carved gemstone discovered in Pallebedda, Sri Lanka, one of the island's historic gem-producing regions. Carved from a single piece of transparent natural rose quartz, the bead features a carefully hand-drilled hole and a balanced, symmetrical design that reflects traditional lapidary techniques.

According to local tradition, beads of this style were created by skilled craftsmen using simple hand tools, long before modern gemstone-cutting equipment was available. These carved beads were worn as ornaments or treasured possessions and, over generations, some became buried beneath the earth before being rediscovered through gem mining.

While the exact age of this specimen has not been scientifically verified, its traditional craftsmanship and unique form make it an exceptional collectible for gemstone enthusiasts, historians, and lovers of Sri Lanka's gem heritage.

Its beautiful transparent appearance allows light to pass through the stone, highlighting the natural character and gentle pink color of the quartz. No two pieces like this are ever identical.

Specifications

• Gemstone: Natural Rose Quartz
• Weight: 25.00 Carats
• Dimensions: 22.0 × 18.5 × 10.3 mm
• Color: Soft Natural Pink
• Transparency: Transparent
• Clarity: Transparent with natural inclusions
• Cut: Hand-Carved Traditional Mukkuru Bead
• Drilling: Hand-drilled
• Treatment: None
• Origin: Pallebedda, Sri Lanka (Ceylon)
• Quantity: One Unique Piece

Ideal For

• Rare gemstone collectors
• Historical gemstone collections
• Custom pendant or necklace creation
• Museum-style displays
• Sri Lankan cultural collections
• Unique gifts for gemstone enthusiasts

Shipping

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