Quartz Point Carving - Height: 190 mm - Width: 80 mm- 900 g - (1)
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Quartz point sculpture from Brazil, weighing 900 g with dimensions 190 by 80 mm.
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Large Quartz Point
Antiquity
Since Antiquity, quartz has been used for its aesthetic qualities and its supposed healing properties. The ancient Egyptians, for example, used clear quartz to create talismans and amulets, believing it could repel evil spirits and disease. The Romans, for their part, used it in the making of seals, while the pre-Columbian civilizations of the Americas valued it for its divinatory capabilities.
Middle Ages
In the Middle Ages, quartz continued to be a prized stone, valued both for its decorative qualities and its metaphysical attributes. It was commonly used in religious objects, such as crosses and reliquaries, to symbolize purity and spirituality.
Renaissance and Beyond
With the advent of the Renaissance, quartz gained even more popularity. Advances in gemstone-cutting techniques allow it to showcase its natural beauty to best effect, leading to increased use in jewelry and decorative objects. Later, in the industrial era, quartz found new applications in the manufacture of watches and other devices requiring precise components, thanks to its stability and constant frequency.
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Large Quartz Point
Antiquity
Since Antiquity, quartz has been used for its aesthetic qualities and its supposed healing properties. The ancient Egyptians, for example, used clear quartz to create talismans and amulets, believing it could repel evil spirits and disease. The Romans, for their part, used it in the making of seals, while the pre-Columbian civilizations of the Americas valued it for its divinatory capabilities.
Middle Ages
In the Middle Ages, quartz continued to be a prized stone, valued both for its decorative qualities and its metaphysical attributes. It was commonly used in religious objects, such as crosses and reliquaries, to symbolize purity and spirituality.
Renaissance and Beyond
With the advent of the Renaissance, quartz gained even more popularity. Advances in gemstone-cutting techniques allow it to showcase its natural beauty to best effect, leading to increased use in jewelry and decorative objects. Later, in the industrial era, quartz found new applications in the manufacture of watches and other devices requiring precise components, thanks to its stability and constant frequency.
About our lots:
We prioritize excellent customer service and reliability, as your experience and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. Feel free to browse our fantastic reviews from other buyers, which show that we are highly rated. Each of our items is photographed individually, which ensures that the attached photos accurately represent the actual item for sale.
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Quartz Point
Mineral form
Carving
Weight
900 g
Country of origin
Brazil
Height
190 mm
Width
80 mm
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