Polished Red Jasper Agate Sphere - Vibrant Red and Orange Jasper - Height: 95 mm - Width: 95 mm- 1183 g - (1)

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A polished red‑orange jasper sphere from Madagascar, 95 mm in diameter and weighing 1,183 g, catalogued as a Collectors Sphere.

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Polished orange-red jasper sphere with a perfect shape — This splendid sphere has been deftly carved and polished from a block of agatized jasper sourced from Madagascar. The specimen immediately captures attention with its warm, intense red and orange hues, blending into a dynamic interweaving of bands and swirls, testimony to the complex geological processes that shaped this sedimentary rock. Jasper, an opaque variety of chalcedony and microcrystalline quartz, is enriched with veins and inclusions of white and translucent agate. These natural additions create a fascinating and delicate contrast with the predominant colors, highlighting the piece's depth and three-dimensionality. The surface, impeccably smooth and glossy, reflects light and brings out every chromatic and structural detail. A distinctive feature of this sphere is the presence of a small geode partially exposed on the surface. Inside, delicate microcrystals sparkle, offering a glimpse into the rock's internal structure and adding a touch of rarity and natural charm. This characteristic makes each specimen unique, inviting close observation and admiration of nature's hidden wonders. Jasper has long been valued as a gemstone for its beauty and its reputed ability to impart courage and stability. Its formation is tied to silica deposits that have solidified and crystallized over millions of years, often incorporating iron oxides that give it its characteristic earthy and vivid colors. This sphere, with its vibrant color combination, layered texture, and the presence of crystal cavities, represents a magnificent example of nature's craftsmanship and human artistry. Ideal for collectors or as a striking decorative piece, this agatized jasper sphere is a natural masterpiece that carries the energy and millennia-old history of Madagascar. A piece of rare beauty that will enrich any environment with its dramatic presence and intrinsic elegance. Any irregularities, small fractures, cavities, or color variations are an integral part of the natural formation of jasper and should not be considered defects.

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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Polished orange-red jasper sphere with a perfect shape — This splendid sphere has been deftly carved and polished from a block of agatized jasper sourced from Madagascar. The specimen immediately captures attention with its warm, intense red and orange hues, blending into a dynamic interweaving of bands and swirls, testimony to the complex geological processes that shaped this sedimentary rock. Jasper, an opaque variety of chalcedony and microcrystalline quartz, is enriched with veins and inclusions of white and translucent agate. These natural additions create a fascinating and delicate contrast with the predominant colors, highlighting the piece's depth and three-dimensionality. The surface, impeccably smooth and glossy, reflects light and brings out every chromatic and structural detail. A distinctive feature of this sphere is the presence of a small geode partially exposed on the surface. Inside, delicate microcrystals sparkle, offering a glimpse into the rock's internal structure and adding a touch of rarity and natural charm. This characteristic makes each specimen unique, inviting close observation and admiration of nature's hidden wonders. Jasper has long been valued as a gemstone for its beauty and its reputed ability to impart courage and stability. Its formation is tied to silica deposits that have solidified and crystallized over millions of years, often incorporating iron oxides that give it its characteristic earthy and vivid colors. This sphere, with its vibrant color combination, layered texture, and the presence of crystal cavities, represents a magnificent example of nature's craftsmanship and human artistry. Ideal for collectors or as a striking decorative piece, this agatized jasper sphere is a natural masterpiece that carries the energy and millennia-old history of Madagascar. A piece of rare beauty that will enrich any environment with its dramatic presence and intrinsic elegance. Any irregularities, small fractures, cavities, or color variations are an integral part of the natural formation of jasper and should not be considered defects.

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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Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Polished Red Jasper Agate Sphere -
Mineral form
Vibrant Red and Orange Jasper
Supplement
Collectors Sphere
Weight
1183 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
95 mm
Width
95 mm
Depth
95 mm
ItalyVerified
14183
Objects sold
98.43%
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