This extraordinary Human Skull was hand-carved by renowned Brazilian crystal skull artist Leandro de Souza from rare tourmaline-bearing quartz matrix sourced from the famous Golconda Mine in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The carving features vibrant green tourmaline inclusions concentrated along the right side of the skull, while a remarkable watermelon tourmaline crystal emerges from the top of the head, creating an unforgettable focal point. The contrast between the opaque white quartz matrix and the colorful tourmaline inclusions gives the piece exceptional visual character, showcasing one of Brazil's most celebrated mineral combinations in a truly unique work of art.
Quartz is prized for its association with clarity, amplification, and focus, while green tourmaline is valued for its connection to vitality, growth, abundance, and renewal. The watermelon tourmaline adds an especially sought-after element to the piece, combining the qualities traditionally associated with both green and pink tourmaline—balance, compassion, emotional harmony, and personal growth. Together, these minerals create a beautiful interplay between strength and sensitivity, grounding and expansion. Rich in color, rarity, and natural beauty, this skull highlights the extraordinary mineral wealth of the Golconda Mine while showcasing the masterful craftsmanship that has made Leandro's carvings so highly regarded by collectors around the world.
Note: This piece has been discounted to reflect a small chip on the chin. The imperfection is cosmetic in nature and does not detract from the overall beauty, rarity, or display presence of the carving. Please refer to the final photograph for a detailed view of the affected area.
Weight: 459 grams
Dimensions: 2.5 × 3 × 2.8 inches
This extraordinary Human Skull was hand-carved by renowned Brazilian crystal skull artist Leandro de Souza from rare tourmaline-bearing quartz matrix sourced from the famous Golconda Mine in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The carving features vibrant green tourmaline inclusions concentrated along the right side of the skull, while a remarkable watermelon tourmaline crystal emerges from the top of the head, creating an unforgettable focal point. The contrast between the opaque white quartz matrix and the colorful tourmaline inclusions gives the piece exceptional visual character, showcasing one of Brazil's most celebrated mineral combinations in a truly unique work of art.
Quartz is prized for its association with clarity, amplification, and focus, while green tourmaline is valued for its connection to vitality, growth, abundance, and renewal. The watermelon tourmaline adds an especially sought-after element to the piece, combining the qualities traditionally associated with both green and pink tourmaline—balance, compassion, emotional harmony, and personal growth. Together, these minerals create a beautiful interplay between strength and sensitivity, grounding and expansion. Rich in color, rarity, and natural beauty, this skull highlights the extraordinary mineral wealth of the Golconda Mine while showcasing the masterful craftsmanship that has made Leandro's carvings so highly regarded by collectors around the world.
Note: This piece has been discounted to reflect a small chip on the chin. The imperfection is cosmetic in nature and does not detract from the overall beauty, rarity, or display presence of the carving. Please refer to the final photograph for a detailed view of the affected area.
Weight: 459 grams
Dimensions: 2.5 × 3 × 2.8 inches
