Polychrome Jasper Sphere - Height: 12 cm - Width: 12 cm- 2600 g
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Polychrome Jasper sphere from Madagascar, polished and on a black decorative stand, with a diameter of 12 cm and an overall height of about 21 cm, displaying brick red, coral, pink, cream, beige and earthy brown banded colours.
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A striking Polychrome Jasper sphere from Madagascar, presented on an elegant black decorative stand, reaching an overall height of approximately 21 cm.
The sphere displays a particularly attractive natural palette of brick red, coral, soft pink, cream, beige and earthy brown tones. Broad flowing bands wrap around the surface, alternating with more delicate layers and subtly translucent areas, creating a rich three-dimensional effect that changes noticeably as the sphere is viewed from different angles.
Its carefully polished surface enhances the depth of the colours and reveals the intricate natural transitions between the different mineralised zones. The spherical shape further emphasises these flowing patterns, making the specimen visually engaging from every side.
From a mineralogical perspective, jasper is an opaque to locally translucent microcrystalline variety of quartz, composed predominantly of SiO₂, with its varied colours produced by different mineral inclusions and impurities incorporated during formation.
Displayed on its contrasting black stand, this specimen has a strong decorative presence and works beautifully as a natural sculptural object, interior accent or addition to a curated mineral collection.
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About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
A striking Polychrome Jasper sphere from Madagascar, presented on an elegant black decorative stand, reaching an overall height of approximately 21 cm.
The sphere displays a particularly attractive natural palette of brick red, coral, soft pink, cream, beige and earthy brown tones. Broad flowing bands wrap around the surface, alternating with more delicate layers and subtly translucent areas, creating a rich three-dimensional effect that changes noticeably as the sphere is viewed from different angles.
Its carefully polished surface enhances the depth of the colours and reveals the intricate natural transitions between the different mineralised zones. The spherical shape further emphasises these flowing patterns, making the specimen visually engaging from every side.
From a mineralogical perspective, jasper is an opaque to locally translucent microcrystalline variety of quartz, composed predominantly of SiO₂, with its varied colours produced by different mineral inclusions and impurities incorporated during formation.
Displayed on its contrasting black stand, this specimen has a strong decorative presence and works beautifully as a natural sculptural object, interior accent or addition to a curated mineral collection.
Seller's Story
Shipping Restrictions and Right to Cancel the Sale
We reserve the right to cancel a sale if the purchased item cannot be legally exported, imported, or shipped to the destination country. This includes, but is not limited to, items subject to regulatory restrictions (such as materials protected under CITES), customs limitations, local prohibitions, or logistical constraints related to the weight, size, or nature of the parcel when carriers do not accept shipments to specific geographic areas.
It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify any applicable restrictions in their country before placing a bid. Should shipping prove impossible for legal or operational reasons beyond our control, the order will be cancelled and any payment made will be refunded in accordance with the platform’s procedures.
About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
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