According to folklore and legend the Shiva Lingum (lingam, lingham) represents the Lord Shiva. The Shiva Lingam is a stone found in the Narmada River in Western India. This is considered one of India's most holy sites. The stones are gathered and hand polished so they are a smooth round oval/rounded shape. The Shiva Lingam is believed to be a very spiritual stone, connecting you to the Crown Chakra and carrying a lot of energy. A great stone to wire wrap and wear, use in your spiritual practices, chakra balancing, to give as a gift to that special friend, and so much more. The Black Shiva is a rare color in a Shiva Lingam and are considered a very sacred stone. Black Shiva's are very protective of its surroundings and its owner and have only recently been allowed to be used by those outside of Hindu Temples. Additionally, Black Shiva's enhance your dreams, mediations and allows a higher state of mind awareness.