Vintage Hand-Carved Tigers Eye Miniature Turtle - Symbol of Tranquility and Steadfastness; Said to Teach You to Take Your Time and Enjoy Life

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This adorable little turtle is different from the other turtle carvings from the collection of semiprecious stone carvings we purchased … Read more This adorable little turtle is different from the other turtle carvings from the collection of semiprecious stone carvings we purchased from a retired professor of geology and gemology. This has a different shape to his head, the artist made his neck more substantial.
The Tiger's Eye stone has been carved to showcase a beautiful "stripe" down his shell, side to side. The colors of this Tiger's Eye stone are exquisite. From incredible gold color to distinct areas of brown. This is from his personal collection and each one is the best of the best. This may be the best of the Tiger's Eye pieces; certainly of the turtles. A wonderful rendition of a very special semi-precious stone.

It is believed that the Turtle is an epitome of patience and ancient wisdom. It teaches you to take your time and enjoy life’s journey with peace and happiness.. Chinese mythology places the tortoise (turtle) as a creature in one of the most prominent positions, which is regarded highly as the symbol of tranquility and steadfastness.

Whether you collect miniatures in general or turtles in particular, you will love this little fellow.

Country of Origin: China

Medium: Tigers Eye.

Size: Approximately 1 5/8 inches tall by 2 3/4 inches long by 1 1/2 inches deep.

Condition: Very Good.

*****Please note that the physical colors of this item may vary from the pictures in the listing, given the quality of the camera, the lighting and the background used. See less