Dragons….2012 is the year of the dragon! Mineshaft stocks a large range of carved gemstone dragons. We also have, from time to time, gemstone set dragon jewellery - but you have to be quick to find these, as they are popular.
The word dragon entered the English language in the early 13th century. Oriental dragons have been around a lot longer, and seem to begin to appear from as far back as the 16th century BC. The Japanese adopted the Chinese dragon through the spread of Buddhism around the 9th century AD.
European dragons will generally have wings and a nasty reputation whilst Chinese dragons are wingless, but can still fly. They can have anything from 3 to 5 toes, are more sinuous, and are associated with wisdom and Chi (Qi) - internal energy. Dragons can have a variable number of legs although most commonly have two pairs of lizard like legs. Chinese dragons are often depicted holding the pearl of wisdom in one of their front claws.
The dragon is a creature of myth and legend. It is a symbol of immense power. The Chinese regard the dragon as a divine beast whilst the reverse is the case in western mythology. The dragon is the Chinese imperial symbol, the sign of the emperor and is a symbol of power and wealth. (The Imperial Dragon has 5 toes, as it can read and write) The year of the Dragon comes around every 12 years. It is believed that all five Dragon years – Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water – tend to magnify both success and failure. The year of the Water Dragon (1952, 1992 and 2012) is noted for its calm, visionary intelligence and balance of right brain creativity with left brain logic. It is believed that of all the Dragon years the Water Dragon is most likely to bestow the Chinese Five Blessings of harmony, virtue, riches, fulfillment and longevity adding more weight that 2012 will be a year of breakthroughs, not disasters.
If you have any questions send us an e mail. Go to About us and scroll down to 'contact us'. Below is a range of of some of our dragons.Click on the image for a larger picture.
Reverse carved Dragon in Quartz with Phantom Crystal
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Close up of Phantom Crystal in carving
Phantom Quartz reverse carved Dragon. This is a one of a kind piece. The dragon has been carved standing on top of a phantom Quartz Crystal. The phantom crystal is approximately 1 cm long. The carving measures 60mm by 40mm by 25mm and weighs 83 grams. The price is $300. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Reverse carved Quartz Dragon
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Close up of detail of reverse carving.
Quartz reverse carved Dragon. This dragon has been reverse carved in a perfectly clean ploished Quartz Crystal. This makes it even rarer and more collectable. It measures 130mm by 60mm by 45mm and has a base. The price is $550. Click on the image for a larger picture
Large tigereye Dragon and Phoenix carving
Close up Tigereye Dragon
This is a beautiful carving in Tigereye sitting on a Picture Jasper base. It measures 160mm by 150 mm by 18mm. The price is A$500. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This is a beautiful carving. This dragon is hand carved with exquisite detail in mammoth ivory. It measures 65mm by 60mm by 20mm. The price is A$150. There are several more mammoth ivory dragon carvings under our page on Mammoth Ivory carvings. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Jasper large dragons
Another view Jasper dragons
Close up Jasper Dragons
Back of Jasper Dragon carving
This carving is from a single piece of gemstone. The Dragons are carved in Jasper sitting on a base of grey Quartz. The ball is also of grey Quartz. The carving measures 18cm by 19cm by 6.5cm. It weighs 1.7 kilo. The price is $950. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Agate & Amethyst master carved Dragon.
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Clsoe up Amethyst Geode section
Dragon in agate with Amethyst geode section. This is a brilliant carving . The master carver has used the agate to perfection and to have Amethyst crystals as well is a bonus. The price is A$700. Click on the image for a larger picture
Rutilated Quartz reverse carving
Rutilated Quartz Dragon carving. This unusual carving has a "furry ball" of retail in the Quartz. This makes the carving even more special. It measures 50mm by 36mm by 23mm and weighs 58 grams. It could be used to make that special large pendant. The price is A$100. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This Ruby in Zoisite Dragon carving measures 80mm by 40mm by 35mm. It weighs 98 grams. The price is A$140. Boulder Opal dragon.
Boulder Opal Dragon
This dragon has been carved from a boulder found at our Rainbow Mine. It measures 70mm by 50mm by 45mm. It weighs 96 grams. The price is A$70. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Reverse carved Dragon in Quartz Pyramid
Reverse carved dragon in Quartz pyramid. The price is A$80. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Quartz Sphere with reverse carved Dragon.
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Another view reverse carved Dragon sphere
Reverse carved dragon in Quartz sphere. The price is A$100. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This is a Dragon carving in Quartz. The cost is A$40. Click on the image for a larger picture. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This Dragon is made in Rose Quartz. It weighs 105 grams and the price is A$80. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Green Tourmaline dragon
Green Tourmaline Dragon. This carving measures 62mm by 30mm by 11mm and weighs 33 grams. The price is A$100. Click on the image for a larger picture.
REVERSE CARVED QUARTZ Dragon
REVERSE CARVED QUARTZ Dragon. The cost is A$100. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This is a large carving of two Dragons in horn. It measures 195mm by 50mm by 30mm without the base. The price is A$550. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This is a large master carved Mammoth Ivory Dragon. It measures 130mm by 70mm by 22mm not including the stand. The price is A$750. Click on the image for a larger picture.
MAMMOTH IVORY Dragon
MAMMOTH IVORY Dragon. The price is A$200. Click on the image for a larger picture.
EAGLE & DRAGON in MAMMOTH IVORY
EAGLE and DRAGON in MAMMOTH IVORY. The cost is A$200. Click on the image for a larger picture.
MAMMOTH IVORY Dragon
DRAGON in MAMMOTH IVORY. The cost is A$200.Click on the image for a larger picture.
This is a nice carving of Buddha and a Dragon carved in white mammoth Ivory. The price is A$250. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This is a lovely 3D carving of a Dragon in Mammoth Ivory. The price is A$350. Click on the image for a larger picture.
his is a very ferocious looking winged dragon carved in Mammoth Ivory. The price is A$350. Click on the image for a larger picture.
MOTHER OF PEARL Dragon and Phoenix drop earrings
MOTHER of PEARL Dragon and Phoenix drop earrings. They have sterling silver clasps and hooks. The price is A$70. Click on the image for a larger picture.
CARNELIAN Dragon and Phoenix earrings
CARNELIAN Dragon and Phoenix drop earrings. These earrings have sterling silver hangers and hooks. The price is A$70. Click on the image for a larger picture.
This is a brilliant detailed sterling silver Dragon bracelet set with Amethyst. It weighs 50 grams and is priced at A$400. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Unfortunately all our dragon bracelets have been sold. We have left this picture on the site as we are currently making some more. The stones we are using are Garnet, Amethyst,Peridot, Chrome Diopside and Opal. These will be ready early next year. If you wish to 'book' one please email us.