Vintage Nature Chinese Rain Flower Stones

Box of vintage Chinese Rain Flower Stones in handmade silk box with closure. The stones also known as the Yuma stone is a special kind of stone found in Nanjing, China, due to the unique geology of the area. They are of sedimentary origin and consist of minerals including quartz. They are found in the Yangtze River,polished by the action of the water. The stones are known for their beautiful patterns, often imagined to look like animals or flowers. Legend says a devout monk named Yunguang who traveled throughout China delivering sermons pleased God so deeply that as he sat God rained thousands of colorful flowers from the sky on him and as they touched the ground, they turned to the rain stones. This rare collection of seven stones makes a great addition to any collection.