Astrophyllite Large firework grenade with a spherical shape. - Height: 13.2 cm - Width: 13.2 cm- 4053 g

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From China, this meteorite sphere is made of astrofylliet and is described as a large firework granate atrofylliet sphere, weighing 4053 g with dimensions 13.2 cm high and wide and 41.44 cm deep.

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Large firework garnet atrofylliet Sphere

A garnet-astrofyliet combination in spherical form is a unique and visually appealing gemstone that combines the characteristics of both minerals. Garnet is a group of silicate minerals that commonly occurs in a variety of colors, including red, green, yellow, and brown. It is known for its hardness and luster, which makes it a popular choice for jewelry and decorative objects.

Astrofyliet, also known as "firework garnet," is a rare mineral distinguished by its golden to brownish color and star-shaped crystal structures. These unique features give astrofyliet a particularly striking visual effect reminiscent of a fireworks explosion.

When garnet and astrofyliet come together in the form of a sphere, a fascinating object emerges that combines the luster and hardness of garnet with the unique patterns and colors of astrofyliet. The spherical shape highlights the natural beauty of both minerals, making it an attractive decorative piece for mineral collectors and lovers of unique gemstones.

The origin of both garnet and astrofyliet can vary, with garnet frequently found in various parts of the world, such as India, Brazil, and the United States, while astrofyliet mainly occurs in areas such as Norway and Colorado. The combination of these two minerals in spherical form makes it a rare and valuable object that attracts the attention of collectors and lovers of natural beauty.

It will be sent fully insured.

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Large firework garnet atrofylliet Sphere

A garnet-astrofyliet combination in spherical form is a unique and visually appealing gemstone that combines the characteristics of both minerals. Garnet is a group of silicate minerals that commonly occurs in a variety of colors, including red, green, yellow, and brown. It is known for its hardness and luster, which makes it a popular choice for jewelry and decorative objects.

Astrofyliet, also known as "firework garnet," is a rare mineral distinguished by its golden to brownish color and star-shaped crystal structures. These unique features give astrofyliet a particularly striking visual effect reminiscent of a fireworks explosion.

When garnet and astrofyliet come together in the form of a sphere, a fascinating object emerges that combines the luster and hardness of garnet with the unique patterns and colors of astrofyliet. The spherical shape highlights the natural beauty of both minerals, making it an attractive decorative piece for mineral collectors and lovers of unique gemstones.

The origin of both garnet and astrofyliet can vary, with garnet frequently found in various parts of the world, such as India, Brazil, and the United States, while astrofyliet mainly occurs in areas such as Norway and Colorado. The combination of these two minerals in spherical form makes it a rare and valuable object that attracts the attention of collectors and lovers of natural beauty.

It will be sent fully insured.

Seller's Story

seller since 2015 on catawiki loyal cooperation with catawiki. winning something via catawiki can be beneficial in the prices, in many cases lower than the retail prices. keep it nice what the platform is meant for so that everyone wins something fair. In case of questions or problems I always look for a solution so that the customer is satisfied and comes back to the beautiful platform. we packing in good boxes with good filling materials fragile / fragile stickers on the box. and the items are sent by registered mail and insured. with kind regards` Jim gems and stone collectors platform Catawiki
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Details

Main Mineral
Astrophyllite
Mineral Form
Large firework grenade with a spherical shape.
Weight
4053 g
Country of Origin
China
Height
13.2 cm
Width
13.2 cm
Depth
41.44 cm
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