Magnificent agate slice with stand Slice - Height: 170 mm - Width: 190 mm- 0.5 kg - (1)
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Beautiful agate slice with stand from Brazil, measuring 170 mm high, 190 mm wide, and weighing 0.5 kg.
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Beautiful slice of agate with display stand
Due to its abundance and the ease with which it could be worked, agate was one of the most commonly used materials in antiquity in the art of sculpture on hard stone. It has been found on many ancient sites in Italy and Greece, testifying to its widespread use in these civilizations.
Minoan culture, in Crete, perfected this art of hard stone sculpture and was renowned throughout the ancient world. Archaeological discoveries at the Knossos site in Crete perfectly testify to the importance of the role of agate from the Bronze Age. In addition to its ornamental use, agate was also used as a leather polishing tool for centuries.
In China, the Tang Dynasty produced many objects, vases and decorations in agate.
This art of sculpture persisted through the ages and many decorative objects were made, such as pins, brooches or jewelry, paper knives, inkstands, marbles and seals.
To this day, agate is used for decorative ornamentation and is cut as cabochons, cameos or beads.
It was in the Idar-Oberstein region, in Germany, that this art became industrialized. Following large quantities of Brazilian agates, they globalized this activity in the mid-20th century. Colorful agate beads were then sold worldwide.
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Beautiful slice of agate with display stand
Due to its abundance and the ease with which it could be worked, agate was one of the most commonly used materials in antiquity in the art of sculpture on hard stone. It has been found on many ancient sites in Italy and Greece, testifying to its widespread use in these civilizations.
Minoan culture, in Crete, perfected this art of hard stone sculpture and was renowned throughout the ancient world. Archaeological discoveries at the Knossos site in Crete perfectly testify to the importance of the role of agate from the Bronze Age. In addition to its ornamental use, agate was also used as a leather polishing tool for centuries.
In China, the Tang Dynasty produced many objects, vases and decorations in agate.
This art of sculpture persisted through the ages and many decorative objects were made, such as pins, brooches or jewelry, paper knives, inkstands, marbles and seals.
To this day, agate is used for decorative ornamentation and is cut as cabochons, cameos or beads.
It was in the Idar-Oberstein region, in Germany, that this art became industrialized. Following large quantities of Brazilian agates, they globalized this activity in the mid-20th century. Colorful agate beads were then sold worldwide.
About shipping:
With us, you can always count on careful and reliable shipping. please therefore pay promptly to avoid delays.
When you buy multiple lots, you only pay shipping charges once,
Make sure that each lot is eligible for combined shipping.
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 feedback from other buyers, which shows that we are highly rated. Each of our items is photographed individually, which guarantees that the attached photos accurately represent the actual item for sale.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Magnificent agate slice with stand
Mineral form
Slice
Weight
0.5 kg
Country of origin
Brazil
Height
170 mm
Width
190 mm
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