Moss Agate Sphere with Natural Druzy Cavities Dendritic Inclusions - Height: 87 mm - Width: 87 mm- 920 g - (1)

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Single moss agate sphere from Madagascar with natural drusy quartz cavities and dendritic green inclusions, polished exterior, 87 mm in diameter and weighing 920 g, from the collection.

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Fascinating moss agate sphere from Madagascar, characterized by an extraordinary alternation of white chalcedony, semi-transparent zones, and dense green dendritic inclusions. The spherical shape allows uninterrupted observation of the stone’s entire structure, revealing, with every rotation, mineral landscapes that are always different. The inclusions develop into fine, intricate branches, forming patterns that recall moss, lichens, treetops seen from above, and vegetation suspended in the mist. The tones range from sage green to forest green, with lighter and more delicate transitions emerging inside the translucent portions of the agate. Large white and milky zones cross the surface, creating a strong color contrast and highlighting the complexity of the green formations. One of the most striking elements of the specimen is the presence of several natural cavities lined with a brilliant druse of tiny quartz crystals. These openings were deliberately preserved during working and testify to the stone’s original structure. The external surface, carefully ground and polished, thus suddenly meets the rough, sparkling appearance of the internal cavities. Moss agate is a variety of chalcedony valued for mineral inclusions that, although not of vegetal origin, produce shapes surprisingly similar to botanical elements. In this specimen, the notable density of inclusions, the variety of patterns, and the presence of crystallized geodes make the sphere particularly dramatic and rich in detail. A refined object for collection and display, in which the geometric precision of the spherical shape encloses a complex natural landscape, like a small mineral world.

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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Fascinating moss agate sphere from Madagascar, characterized by an extraordinary alternation of white chalcedony, semi-transparent zones, and dense green dendritic inclusions. The spherical shape allows uninterrupted observation of the stone’s entire structure, revealing, with every rotation, mineral landscapes that are always different. The inclusions develop into fine, intricate branches, forming patterns that recall moss, lichens, treetops seen from above, and vegetation suspended in the mist. The tones range from sage green to forest green, with lighter and more delicate transitions emerging inside the translucent portions of the agate. Large white and milky zones cross the surface, creating a strong color contrast and highlighting the complexity of the green formations. One of the most striking elements of the specimen is the presence of several natural cavities lined with a brilliant druse of tiny quartz crystals. These openings were deliberately preserved during working and testify to the stone’s original structure. The external surface, carefully ground and polished, thus suddenly meets the rough, sparkling appearance of the internal cavities. Moss agate is a variety of chalcedony valued for mineral inclusions that, although not of vegetal origin, produce shapes surprisingly similar to botanical elements. In this specimen, the notable density of inclusions, the variety of patterns, and the presence of crystallized geodes make the sphere particularly dramatic and rich in detail. A refined object for collection and display, in which the geometric precision of the spherical shape encloses a complex natural landscape, like a small mineral world.

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
Moss Agate Sphere with Natural Druzy Cavities
Mineral form
Dendritic Inclusions
Supplement
Collection
Weight
920 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
87 mm
Width
87 mm
Depth
87 mm
ItalyVerified
14218
Objects sold
98.42%
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