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Due to the hand-carved nature, exact size may vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\tColor variations will range from cream to pink to gray to earthy gold in any single piece due to the nuances of natural stone.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoapstone is a soft stone, making it ideal for carving into many forms. 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