Wonderful pair of turritella Heart-shaped & red jasper free from e on custom stands. Fossilized turritella refers to the preserved remains or traces of turritella shells from ancient geological time periods. These fossils are often found in sedimentary rocks and can provide valuable insights into past environments and ecosystems. Turritella is a genus of small sea snails known for their distinctive spiral-shaped shells. These shells are often fossilized and can be found in various parts of the world. The name "turritella" comes from the Latin word "turris," meaning tower, which refers to the tall, slender shape of the shell. Turritella shells are commonly used in jewelry and as decorative items due to their unique appearance. They feature beautiful patterns created by the remains of marine organisms that lived inside them millions of years ago. Red jasper is a type of chalcedony, which is a variety of quartz. It is known for its rich red color and is often used as a gemstone or in various types of jewelry. Red jasper is believed to have various metaphysical properties and is associated with grounding, stability, and strength. In terms of its physical properties, red jasper has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively durable. It has a smooth and opaque appearance with a vitreous to dull luster. The color of red jasper can range from brick red to deep red Approximate Dimension including stand: # Heart-shape - Height: 14 cm Width: 11.2 cm length: 6 cm # Free form - Height: 25.4 cm Width: 12 cm Length: 9.5 cm DISCLAIMERS: > Please be aware these pictures have been taken in a dark studio; colors may vary depending on the environment. > One or more images provide a styled representation of a similar item. For exact details of the item for sale, please refer to the other images. No items in the styled photo are included in the sale. > THE WEIGHT MENTIONED IS INCLUDING STAND AND PACKING MATERIAL. THE SHIPMENT - The item will be sent with a Track & Trace code via DHL Parcel, DPD or postNl. The tracking will be updated in your Catawiki lot once your parcel has been dropped off. - Please check regularly to avoid your parcel being returned to us, in which case the buyer will be responsible for the shipping costs of the 2nd shipment. - For tracking to Spain and Portugal please use this link and add the tracking number from your Catawiki lot https://clientesparcel.dhl.es/LiveTracking/Home WE DO NOT COMBINE SHIPPING!!! If you have any questions about your parcel please contact us using the Catawiki message service. We will try to reply within 3 working days.