Beautiful pair of turritella heart-shaped and sphere on custom stands - Fossil fragment (No reserve price)
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Natural, polished pair of fossilized turritella shells from the Cretaceous period, mounted on custom stands in heart-shaped and spherical forms, weight 1500 g, authenticity original/official.
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Wonderful pair of turritella heart-shaped & sphere 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.
Approximate Dimension including stand
# Heart-Shaped --> Height: 14 cm Width: 11 cm Length: 6 cm
# Sphere --> Height : 14.3 cm, Diameter : 6.8 cm
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Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
Wonderful pair of turritella heart-shaped & sphere 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.
Approximate Dimension including stand
# Heart-Shaped --> Height: 14 cm Width: 11 cm Length: 6 cm
# Sphere --> Height : 14.3 cm, Diameter : 6.8 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 PACKING MATERIAL.
T H E S H I P M E N T :
- 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
I M P O R T A N T !!!
Unfortunately, due to ongoing issues with our shipping couriers, we are currently unable to ship to the Spanish and Portuguese islands. For Spain and Portugal, we can only ship to mainland addresses. Could you please provide us with an alternative mainland delivery address? If you do not have an alternative mainland address available, unfortunately, we will have to cancel the sale.
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.
Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
Details
Specimen
Beautiful pair of turritella heart-shaped and sphere on custom stands
Country of origin
United States
Geological period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Polished
Weight
1500 g
Authenticity
Original/official
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