Rare Australian Mookaite Jasper in 925 Silver Ring - Certified Italian Jewellery - Height: 31 mm - Width: 25 mm- 11 g - (1)
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Certified Italian jewellery featuring a natural Australian Mookaite Jasper cabochon set in a 925 silver ring.
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Certified Italian jewel with a natural gemstone
This refined ring features a magnificent Australian Mookaite gemstone, expertly set in an elegant design of 925 sterling silver. Mookaite is a variety of silicified jasper distinguished by its vivid tones, ranging from pale pink to cream, from yellow to brick red, often with streaks and variegations that create unique and fascinating patterns. This specimen perfectly captures the intrinsic beauty of the mineral, with a polished cabochon that enhances the depth and richness of its natural colors. The gem, elongated in shape and cabochon-cut, shows a smooth surface that reveals the complex color stratification typical of Mookaite. The delicate shades of pink and light brown intertwine with subtle darker veining, evoking desert landscapes and ancient geological formations. Each Mookaite ring is a unique piece, a small work of nature’s art, and this specimen is no exception, offering a distinctive design and harmonious coloration.
Mookaite owes its name to Mooka Creek, in Western Australia, the sole locality where this extraordinary gem is found. It formed from sediments of fossilized radiolarians and other marine organisms, which, over millions of years, silicified and compacted, giving rise to this multicolored and highly decorative rock. Its hardness and ability to take a brilliant polish make it ideal for jewelry, where its natural appearance and warm chromatic tones are particularly appreciated.
This piece of jewelry, made in Italy with 925 sterling silver, is an example of the fusion between the natural beauty of a unique gem and high-quality goldsmith craftsmanship. It is a perfect accessory for those who wish to wear a piece of geological history, with a touch of contemporary elegance. Its captivating aesthetics make it suitable for both everyday use and special occasions, adding a splash of color and originality to one’s style. An ideal piece for mineral collectors and lovers of ethnic and natural jewelry.
Any slight irregularities or color variations on the gem’s surface should be considered natural characteristics of the mineral and not defects, but rather elements that attest to its authenticity and uniqueness.
Name: Mookaite Ring
Classification: Silicified Jasper
Species: Mookaite
Origin: Australia
Material: Mookaite, Silver 925
Craft: Polished cabochon, handcrafted setting
Dimensions: 31 x 25 x 21 mm (gemstone)
Weight: 11 grams
Condition: Good
Lot code: ERA-20 PMK-02
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateCertified Italian jewel with a natural gemstone
This refined ring features a magnificent Australian Mookaite gemstone, expertly set in an elegant design of 925 sterling silver. Mookaite is a variety of silicified jasper distinguished by its vivid tones, ranging from pale pink to cream, from yellow to brick red, often with streaks and variegations that create unique and fascinating patterns. This specimen perfectly captures the intrinsic beauty of the mineral, with a polished cabochon that enhances the depth and richness of its natural colors. The gem, elongated in shape and cabochon-cut, shows a smooth surface that reveals the complex color stratification typical of Mookaite. The delicate shades of pink and light brown intertwine with subtle darker veining, evoking desert landscapes and ancient geological formations. Each Mookaite ring is a unique piece, a small work of nature’s art, and this specimen is no exception, offering a distinctive design and harmonious coloration.
Mookaite owes its name to Mooka Creek, in Western Australia, the sole locality where this extraordinary gem is found. It formed from sediments of fossilized radiolarians and other marine organisms, which, over millions of years, silicified and compacted, giving rise to this multicolored and highly decorative rock. Its hardness and ability to take a brilliant polish make it ideal for jewelry, where its natural appearance and warm chromatic tones are particularly appreciated.
This piece of jewelry, made in Italy with 925 sterling silver, is an example of the fusion between the natural beauty of a unique gem and high-quality goldsmith craftsmanship. It is a perfect accessory for those who wish to wear a piece of geological history, with a touch of contemporary elegance. Its captivating aesthetics make it suitable for both everyday use and special occasions, adding a splash of color and originality to one’s style. An ideal piece for mineral collectors and lovers of ethnic and natural jewelry.
Any slight irregularities or color variations on the gem’s surface should be considered natural characteristics of the mineral and not defects, but rather elements that attest to its authenticity and uniqueness.
Name: Mookaite Ring
Classification: Silicified Jasper
Species: Mookaite
Origin: Australia
Material: Mookaite, Silver 925
Craft: Polished cabochon, handcrafted setting
Dimensions: 31 x 25 x 21 mm (gemstone)
Weight: 11 grams
Condition: Good
Lot code: ERA-20 PMK-02
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Rare Australian Mookaite Jasper in 925 Silver Ring -
Mineral form
Certified Italian Jewellery
Supplement
Mesmerizing natural patterns
Weight
11 g
Country of origin
Australia
Height
31 mm
Width
25 mm
Depth
21 mm
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