Lion Figurine Carving Kabamba Jasper Stone Statue

This hand carved green and black stone lion figurine is 6 inches long and 2.25 inches wide and 3.5 inches tall.  
 
Kabamba Jasper is a green and black orbicular rock from the South Africa Rift on the west side of the island of Madagascar.  
 
The name Kabamba Jasper is derived from its place of origin, the area of Kabamba in the west central Bongolava region of Madagascar, in the former province of Antananarivo.  
 
This stone is also sold under the names Kambaba Jasper, Kambamba Jasper, and Crocodile Jasper or Crocodile Rock.
 
Kabamba Jasper is actually a volcanic Rhyolite rock with black orbs or rounded aggregates that consist of needles of amphiboles.
 
Though previously marketed as a stromatolite, experts now say it is not.
 
Metaphysical Properties Of Kabamba Jasper:  Kabamba Jasper is said to be deeply soothing to the mind and the nervous system. 
 
The Lion inspires strength, courage, pride, nobility, and fairness. Because of the lion's noble character, it represents the great power of self-control. 
 
The Egyptians saw the lion as a symbol of power and wealth. In Singapore, a lion and tiger are depicted on the coat of arms of “the city of lions.” 
 
The lion is a traditional symbol of Spain and of Great Britain.
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