Merkaba Man

Merkaba Man, 2014 Pendant by Shannon Shiang.

Merkaba: Sacred Geometry, Spiritual Healing, & Meditations
This three-dimensional star takes its name from Mer for light, Ka for spirit, and Ba for body. The Merkaba is a divine vehicle for keeping you balanced.

Master Jeweler Shannon Shiang is one of the most important and iconic Makers of the Playa. A veteran of many years, she celebrates each Burning Man with a limited edition pendant that only a master jeweler can produce.  Her work is featured in Museums including the 2018 exhibit No Spectators, The Art of Burning Man at the Smithsonian’s Renwick Gallery in Washington D.C. and is published in Karen Christians Jewelry of Burning Man. p71, 77, 78.

Artifact courtesy of Playa Artifacts Museum (P.A.M.). Tod (TBone) Johnson, Curator.