Natural Banded Agate Sphere with Captivating Azure and Cream Layers - Perfectly Polished Spherical Agate - Height: 105 mm - Width: 105 mm- 1632 g - (1)
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Natural Banded Agate Sphere with Azure and Cream Layers, perfectly polished spherical agate from Brazil, 105 mm in diameter and weighing 1632 g.
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Spectacular collectible piece or decorative ornament — A magnificent sphere of natural agate, meticulously worked and polished, that catches the eye with its complex stratifications and color transitions. The specimen stands out for a clear visual contrast: the upper part is dominated by elegant gray-blue tones, crossed by thin wavy bands that evoke celestial or marine landscapes. This section features a shine that enhances its depth and transparency. The lower zone of the sphere reveals a harmony of whites and creams, enriched by more irregular veining and an intriguing internal matrix. Looking closely, on one side, beige, brown, and even delicate peachy-orange areas emerge, dotted with small concentric structures that tell the geological history of its formation. These color and structural variations testify to the different stages of silica deposition within primordial volcanic cavities, where the agate came to life. Agate is a microcrystalline variety of quartz, composed mainly of chalcedony, known for its extraordinary bands and hardness. The spherical shape of this specimen is not only a masterpiece of artisanal skill but also an ideal way to explore the richness of its color variations, the perfection of the bands, and the complex internal architecture of the mineral from every angle. The flawless polish highlights every detail, making it a tactile and visually satisfying object. This piece is perfect for enriching a collection of rare minerals, for adding a touch of natural elegance to any decorative setting, or as a study element for mineralogy enthusiasts. Any small discontinuities, inclusions, or color variations are intrinsic characteristics of natural material and not defects, but rather elements that attest to the authenticity and uniqueness of each specimen. Name: Agate Sphere Classification: Agate (chalcedony variety, quartz group) Origin: Brazil Material: Natural Agate Work: Shaped and polished Dimensions: 105 x 105 x 105 mm Weight: 1632 g Conditions: Good Lot Code: RUA-504 SAZ-04
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 TranslateSpectacular collectible piece or decorative ornament — A magnificent sphere of natural agate, meticulously worked and polished, that catches the eye with its complex stratifications and color transitions. The specimen stands out for a clear visual contrast: the upper part is dominated by elegant gray-blue tones, crossed by thin wavy bands that evoke celestial or marine landscapes. This section features a shine that enhances its depth and transparency. The lower zone of the sphere reveals a harmony of whites and creams, enriched by more irregular veining and an intriguing internal matrix. Looking closely, on one side, beige, brown, and even delicate peachy-orange areas emerge, dotted with small concentric structures that tell the geological history of its formation. These color and structural variations testify to the different stages of silica deposition within primordial volcanic cavities, where the agate came to life. Agate is a microcrystalline variety of quartz, composed mainly of chalcedony, known for its extraordinary bands and hardness. The spherical shape of this specimen is not only a masterpiece of artisanal skill but also an ideal way to explore the richness of its color variations, the perfection of the bands, and the complex internal architecture of the mineral from every angle. The flawless polish highlights every detail, making it a tactile and visually satisfying object. This piece is perfect for enriching a collection of rare minerals, for adding a touch of natural elegance to any decorative setting, or as a study element for mineralogy enthusiasts. Any small discontinuities, inclusions, or color variations are intrinsic characteristics of natural material and not defects, but rather elements that attest to the authenticity and uniqueness of each specimen. Name: Agate Sphere Classification: Agate (chalcedony variety, quartz group) Origin: Brazil Material: Natural Agate Work: Shaped and polished Dimensions: 105 x 105 x 105 mm Weight: 1632 g Conditions: Good Lot Code: RUA-504 SAZ-04
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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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Natural Banded Agate Sphere with Captivating Azure and Cream Layers -
Mineral form
Perfectly Polished Spherical Agate
Supplement
Banded Agate Sphere with Unique Color Play
Weight
1632 g
Country of origin
Brazil
Height
105 mm
Width
105 mm
Depth
105 mm
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