Artistic Stones  

Artistic and Ornamental Stones, refers to stones without embellishment, and possess natural beauty. Stones are formed from the earth’s crust; lava of volcanic eruptions; soil or sediment deposited through high pressure to form a huge piece or pieces of hard stone. Then through the physical forces of nature; extremely low temperatures, wind, rain, ice, water, plant roots or chemical reaction, stones are being broken or differentiated into smaller pieces, the minerals contained within results in the formation of different color, structure and hardness. Weathering processes through the natural forces create different shapes or pictograms; rough or smooth surfaces; or even bore holes making it into a delightful stone. Stone lovers may pick or collect such wonderful stones from the hills, plains, rivers or deserts and bring it back to their home for appreciation. Special wooden stand are used to stabilize stones or one could place stone on a shallow basin for display and appreciation. Stones from different regions are appreciated and named according to their place of origin for their unique style and characteristics.

The different types and forms of stones are being appreciated by collectors as one discovers the unique character and beauty through imagination and finds peace and enjoyment in the process.