Shazar Stone Piece | Exclusive Stone Piece
The Shazar Stone is made using an ancient method involving a wooden bow and a thin steel wire called ‘Kaman.’ Mounted on a wooden stand known as ‘Khunta,’ the stone is sliced into thin pieces with silicon carbide powder. These slices, only 2 to 4 mm thick, are then meticulously designed, trimmed, shaped and polished by skilled artisans.
- Item Type: Handicraft
- Dimensions: 6 x 5 cm
- Colour: Multi
- Material: Stone
- State of Origin: Uttar Pradesh
The Shazar Stone, exclusively crafted in Banda, India, is a unique and exquisite handicraft. This stone, originally an ordinary-looking pebble, transforms into a beautiful art piece through traditional craftsmanship.
Speciality
The Shazar Stone is made using an ancient method involving a wooden bow and a thin steel wire called ‘Kaman.’ Mounted on a wooden stand known as ‘Khunta,’ the stone is sliced into thin pieces with silicon carbide powder. These slices, only 2 to 4 mm thick, are then meticulously designed, trimmed, shaped and polished by skilled artisans.
Salient Features
- Item Type: Handicraft
- Dimensions: 6 x 5 cm
- Colour: Multi
- Material: Stone
- State of Origin: Uttar Pradesh
How to Care?
As a member of the quartz family and a type of agate, the Shazar Stone has a hardness of seven on the Mohs scale, similar to sapphire. This makes it relatively durable, but care should still be taken to avoid scratches and impact damage. Clean with a soft cloth and avoid harsh chemicals.
The Shazar Stone is not just a decorative piece but a symbol of traditional craftsmanship and artistic precision. Its transformation from a humble pebble to a stunning work of art highlights the skill and dedication of the artisans of Banda.
Item Type | Handicraft |
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Size | Onesize |
Dimensions | 6 X 5 |
Color | Multi |
Material | Stone |
Occasion | Party |
State of Origin | Uttar Pradesh |
Care Instructions | Geologically it is of Quartz family stone in the category of agate with the hardness of seven on Mass scale nearer to sapphire. |
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PRODUCT DISCLAIMER
This product is handmade and may have slight variations or dissimilarities that are a natural outcome of the human involvement in the process. These minor variations of Stitches/Motifs add to its charm and ensure its uniqueness & authenticity.
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