Name: Handcrafted Octopus Casket in Red Jasper & Gold | Stone-flower
Price: 1300 USD
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Awe-Inspiring Artistry: Handcrafted Miniature Octopus Casket in Red Jasper & Gold

$1,300

Handcrafted Miniature Hardstone Casket “Octopus” (3.5 cm Diameter)

An exquisite miniature collector’s casket (3.5 cm in diameter) crafted in the fine lapidary traditions of Fabergé. The cylindrical base and lid are sculpted from natural red jasper, beautifully accented with sterling silver rims featuring an engraved Greek meander pattern. Perched atop the lid is a meticulously hand-carved octopus sculpted from solid, opaque black obsidian, displaying intricate curling tentacles with detailed suckers. The eyes are set with brilliant-cut diamonds mounted in gold bezels, creating a luminous focal point. Finished with fine hand polishing without lacquers or chemical coatings, preserving the stone’s pure natural gloss.

Artisan Miniature Hardstone Casket “Octopus” — Red Jasper, Black Obsidian, Gold, Diamonds & Sterling Silver

A museum-quality miniature masterpiece of lapidary and jewelry art, uniting complex hardstone carving, noble metals, and precious gemstone settings.

Design, Materials & Craftsmanship:

Casket Body & Lid: Measuring just 3.5 cm in diameter, the circular box is carved from solid natural red jasper, showcasing a warm terracotta palette with natural mottled patterning.
Obsidian Octopus Sculpture: The lid is crowned with a tactile sculpture of an octopus, carved entirely by hand from genuine opaque black obsidian. The artist has captured fluid movement through intertwining tentacles, complete with delicately sculpted suckers and anatomical contours.
Precious Gemstone Inlays: The eyes are precision-inlaid with natural faceted diamonds set in solid gold bezels, imparting an expressive, lifelike gaze that catches the light.
Sterling Silver Fitting: Both the lid rim and lower base are banded in sterling silver engraved with a classical Greek key (meander) motif, delivering a refined architectural finish.
Pure Natural Polish: Achieved strictly through progressive hand polishing using micro-abrasives. Free from resins, varnishes, or wax treatments, preserving the cool touch, weight, and authentic luster of untreated stone.

Specifications:

Diameter: 3.5 cm (~1.38 inches)
Item Type: Lapidary miniature casket / jewelry art box
Box Material: Natural Red Jasper, Sterling Silver (Greek meander border)
Sculpture Material: Solid Opaque Black Obsidian
Inlays: Natural faceted diamonds set in gold bezels (eyes)
Craft: Lapidary hand-carving, master hand polishing, fine jewelry setting
Condition: Brand new, original masterwork in a single copy

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Description

Awe-Inspiring Artistry: Handcrafted Miniature Octopus Casket in Red Jasper & Gold

A museum-quality miniature masterpiece of lapidary and jewelry art, uniting complex hardstone carving, noble metals, and precious gemstone settings.

Design, Materials & Craftsmanship:

Casket Body & Lid: Measuring just 3.5 cm in diameter, the circular box is carved from solid natural red jasper, showcasing a warm terracotta palette with natural mottled patterning.
Obsidian Octopus Sculpture: The lid is crowned with a tactile sculpture of an octopus, carved entirely by hand from genuine opaque black obsidian. The artist has captured fluid movement through intertwining tentacles, complete with delicately sculpted suckers and anatomical contours.
Precious Gemstone Inlays: The eyes are precision-inlaid with natural faceted diamonds set in solid gold bezels, imparting an expressive, lifelike gaze that catches the light.
Sterling Silver Fitting: Both the lid rim and lower base are banded in sterling silver engraved with a classical Greek key (meander) motif, delivering a refined architectural finish.
Pure Natural Polish: Achieved strictly through progressive hand polishing using micro-abrasives. Free from resins, varnishes, or wax treatments, preserving the cool touch, weight, and authentic luster of untreated stone.

Specifications:

Diameter: 3.5 cm (~1.38 inches)
Item Type: Lapidary miniature casket / jewelry art box
Box Material: Natural Red Jasper, Sterling Silver (Greek meander border)
Sculpture Material: Solid Opaque Black Obsidian
Inlays: Natural faceted diamonds set in gold bezels (eyes)
Craft: Lapidary hand-carving, master hand polishing, fine jewelry setting
Condition: Brand new, original masterwork in a single copy

Hardstone Casket: Octopus miniature and mixed materials

This hardstone casket is a small round box with a lid crowned by a hand-carved octopus. The listing describes a red jasper body, a black obsidian figure, gold bezels, diamond eyes and sterling silver bands engraved with a Greek-key motif. At approximately 3.5 cm in diameter, its compact scale brings several materials and carved details together in one miniature work. The octopus tentacles, suckers and silver border reward close viewing, while the circular form keeps the composition balanced.

Because the hardstone casket combines stone, precious-metal fittings and gemstone settings, treat it as a finished decorative object. Set it on a firm level surface, open it gently and support the lid rather than lifting the octopus carving. Avoid drops, knocks and pressure on the raised tentacles. Dust with a soft dry cloth; do not soak it or apply abrasive polish or household chemicals without guidance from a qualified jeweler, since the different materials may respond differently.

The listing states the diameter and materials; it does not specify additional certification, interior capacity or treatment details. Check the photographs and product specifications for the exact item, and ask the seller if any unlisted feature is important to your decision. For reference on the gemstones and minerals used in decorative objects, browse the Gemological Institute of America’s gem encyclopedia. Explore other carved works on Stone-flower.