Turquoise Botryoidal - Height: 9 cm - Width: 13 cm- 963 g - (1)

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For sale is an exceptionally large and heavy turquoise aggregate of impressive quality. With a weight of almost one kilogram (963 grams) and a width of 13 cm, this piece is a true highlight for any demanding mineral collection or as a representative gallery object.

Special features & details:
Mineral: Natural turquoise (aluminum phosphate)
Weight: 963 grams
Dimensions: approx. 13 cm x 9 cm
Form: Classic botryoidal-nodular structure
Color: Rich sky blue with an aesthetic black matrix drawing
Origin: Tien Shan mountains, Xinjiang, China (Urumqi Region)
Provenance & authenticity:
Notably, the comprehensive documentation is outstanding. The object comes from a well-maintained old collection. Included in the delivery is the original, hand-written collector’s card dated July 10, 1999.
Historical value: Back then it was already purchased for 195 DM – evidence of the piece’s worth and authenticity in a time before the prevalence of fake imitations today.
Safety: Thanks to the old collector’s note, it is guaranteed to be a natural mineral and not a modern reconstruction or colored substitute stone.

Condition:
The turquoise is in excellent, natural condition. The surface shows the typical silky luster and the characteristic bulges of the “botryoidal” crystal form.

Shipping:
Shipping worldwide, safely packaged and sent as an insured package with tracking

For sale is an exceptionally large and heavy turquoise aggregate of impressive quality. With a weight of almost one kilogram (963 grams) and a width of 13 cm, this piece is a true highlight for any demanding mineral collection or as a representative gallery object.

Special features & details:
Mineral: Natural turquoise (aluminum phosphate)
Weight: 963 grams
Dimensions: approx. 13 cm x 9 cm
Form: Classic botryoidal-nodular structure
Color: Rich sky blue with an aesthetic black matrix drawing
Origin: Tien Shan mountains, Xinjiang, China (Urumqi Region)
Provenance & authenticity:
Notably, the comprehensive documentation is outstanding. The object comes from a well-maintained old collection. Included in the delivery is the original, hand-written collector’s card dated July 10, 1999.
Historical value: Back then it was already purchased for 195 DM – evidence of the piece’s worth and authenticity in a time before the prevalence of fake imitations today.
Safety: Thanks to the old collector’s note, it is guaranteed to be a natural mineral and not a modern reconstruction or colored substitute stone.

Condition:
The turquoise is in excellent, natural condition. The surface shows the typical silky luster and the characteristic bulges of the “botryoidal” crystal form.

Shipping:
Shipping worldwide, safely packaged and sent as an insured package with tracking

Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Turquoise
Mineral form
Botryoidal
Weight
963 g
Origin (region/city)
Tien Shan Mountains
Country of origin
China
Height
9 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
7.5 cm
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