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| Plate no. | Figure | Description |
| | | *Not illustrated* |
| | Liṅga (general) | Brahmā portion at the bottom being of quadrangular shape, Vishṇu portion at the middle of octagonal shape, and the Śiva portion at the top of circular shape, with flutes (or stream-mark) varying from sixteen to one thousand. These shapes are interchangeable, the topmost point being like a bud, leaf or umbrella. It includes the *Pīṭha* (pedestal) upon which it stands. It is carved singly or in group, varying according to castes, materials (gold, silver, copper, stone, wood, stucco, grit, glass, or terracotta), and sizes. It is used for personal and public worship. |
| | First type | Śaiva, with its characteristic features. |