Spectacular Polished Amethyst Crystal Sculpture Druse Freeform - Height: 22.5 cm - Width: 19 cm- 4595 g
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Spectacular polished amethyst crystal sculpture in druse freeform from Madagascar, weighing 4595 g and measuring 22.5 × 19 × 8.4 cm, on a personal stand.
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Polished Amethyst Crystal Freeform with Agate and Quartz – Sculptural Geode Formation
A striking polished Amethyst freeform combining naturally crystallized surfaces with smooth sculptural sections, creating a highly decorative specimen with strong visual depth.
The piece is dominated by pale lavender to soft violet Amethyst crystals, many of them well developed with clearly defined terminations and reflective faces. Their delicate coloration gives the specimen a luminous appearance, while the denser crystal clusters along the front and sides create a rich three-dimensional texture.
Particularly interesting are the lighter quartz-rich areas that form radiating, flower-like structures within the specimen. These zones contrast beautifully with the surrounding Amethyst and add an unusual organic character to the composition. Small warm beige to orange mineralized areas introduce further variation without overwhelming the soft overall palette.
Selected outer sections have been carefully polished, revealing translucent quartz and chalcedony structures beneath the surface, while substantial portions of the natural crystal growth have been intentionally preserved. This combination of polished and crystalline areas allows the specimen to be appreciated from multiple angles, with each side presenting a different balance of texture, transparency and colour.
The irregular upright silhouette gives the piece a strong sculptural presence, making it suitable both for a mineral collection and as a refined decorative object in a contemporary interior, display cabinet or Wunderkammer.
A distinctive Amethyst specimen combining soft lavender crystallization, quartz formations and polished natural surfaces in a highly expressive freeform.
Seller's Story
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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.
Polished Amethyst Crystal Freeform with Agate and Quartz – Sculptural Geode Formation
A striking polished Amethyst freeform combining naturally crystallized surfaces with smooth sculptural sections, creating a highly decorative specimen with strong visual depth.
The piece is dominated by pale lavender to soft violet Amethyst crystals, many of them well developed with clearly defined terminations and reflective faces. Their delicate coloration gives the specimen a luminous appearance, while the denser crystal clusters along the front and sides create a rich three-dimensional texture.
Particularly interesting are the lighter quartz-rich areas that form radiating, flower-like structures within the specimen. These zones contrast beautifully with the surrounding Amethyst and add an unusual organic character to the composition. Small warm beige to orange mineralized areas introduce further variation without overwhelming the soft overall palette.
Selected outer sections have been carefully polished, revealing translucent quartz and chalcedony structures beneath the surface, while substantial portions of the natural crystal growth have been intentionally preserved. This combination of polished and crystalline areas allows the specimen to be appreciated from multiple angles, with each side presenting a different balance of texture, transparency and colour.
The irregular upright silhouette gives the piece a strong sculptural presence, making it suitable both for a mineral collection and as a refined decorative object in a contemporary interior, display cabinet or Wunderkammer.
A distinctive Amethyst specimen combining soft lavender crystallization, quartz formations and polished natural surfaces in a highly expressive freeform.
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.
Details
Main mineral
Spectacular Polished Amethyst Crystal Sculpture
Mineral form
Druse Freeform
Supplement
on personal stand
Weight
4595 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
22.5 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
8.4 cm
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