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Mythical stones mentioned in Mahabharata where is said that eight stones was carved from the black rock of Mt._Meru.
In Mahabharata; each stone was given to eight elders of eight villages to protect the world from it's powers. The story tells that once these stones were given the elder became enlightened and righteous.
Historical occurencies has been pointed out by George_Frederick_Kunz.
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