{"product_id":"black-spinel-buddha","title":"Black Spinel Buddha","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"203\"\u003eBlack spinel with a deep inky black body color and a high natural luster that reflects light with a mirror-like sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eCarved as a Laughing Buddha (Budai), the rounded belly, relaxed posture, and broad smile symbolize abundance, contentment, and protection from hardship in Buddhist and Chinese tradition. The simplified robe folds and compact proportions are consistent with Thai lapidary carving styles, where emphasis is placed on expression and polish rather than excessive detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eSpinel from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBo Phloi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is historically significant, as the district has produced fine spinel for centuries and was once a major gem trading center in Thailand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"923\"\u003e Unlike treated or composite materials, black spinel is naturally dark, durable, and well suited for detailed carvings intended for daily wear or talismanic use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e51.76 carats \/ 28.3 x 22.1 x 9.0 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimate: $225 - $250\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gem Dragon Auctions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51213874069817,"sku":"10895x","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/0037\/0233\/files\/IMG_3333_7954fb7f-5a62-4c42-a98e-ad80becdc666.jpg?v=1776354275","url":"https:\/\/gemdragonauctions.com\/products\/black-spinel-buddha","provider":"Gem Dragon Auctions ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}