Authentic Shungite Cross Pendant – Handcrafted from Solid Stone

This Shungite Cross Pendant is thoughtfully assembled from six individually carved Shungite beads, rather than being cast from Shungite powder as many decorative crosses are. Each bead is shaped from solid stone and assembled by hand.

Product Highlights

• Solid Stone Construction
  Made from six individually carved Shungite beads, not compressed or powder-cast material.
• Authentic Karelian Shungite
  Crafted from genuine Shungite sourced from the Zazhoginsky deposit in Karelia, Russia.
• Distinctive Design
  The bead-based construction allows for a cross form while preserving the integrity of the natural stone.
• Natural Stone Character
  Each pendant displays subtle variations in color and texture, making every piece unique.
• Adjustable Cord
  Includes a waxed cotton cord adjustable from approximately 10.5" to 32", or can be worn with a personal chain.

Why Bead Construction Is Used

Shungite is a naturally occurring stone with a brittle structure, which makes carving complex solid shapes challenging. Many decorative Shungite crosses are therefore created using compressed powder and binding agents.

This pendant instead uses individually carved beads assembled into a cross shape, allowing the piece to be formed from solid stone.

About Shungite 

Shungite is a rare, carbon-rich mineral found primarily in the Karelia region of Russia. It is known for its distinctive appearance, high carbon content, and long geological history dating back approximately two billion years. Shungite has been studied in materials science and laboratory research contexts for its unique carbon structure.

Specifications

• Bead Size: Approx. 20 mm diameter each
• Cross Dimensions: Approx. 2.5" long × 2" wide
• Cord: Waxed cotton, adjustable 10.5"–32"
• Material: Type III (Regular) Shungite
• Origin: Zazhoginsky deposit, Karelia, Russia

Shungite & Scientific Research

Studies have examined the carbon-rich composition of Shungite and how it behaves in electromagnetic environments. In controlled laboratory settings involving high-frequency radiation, some research has observed variations in biological responses when Shungite was present.

Selected Research

• Shielding effect of mineral shungite during electromagnetic irradiation (PubMed)
• Fullerene structures in shungite carbon (Russian Academy studies)
• Electrochemical properties of natural shungite carbon

Want to learn more? Take a closer look in our Shungite Overview.

Lifestyle accessory. Not a medical device. No health claims.