Exquisite Green and Beige Striped Jasper Striking Polished Specimen - Height: 330 mm - Width: 230 mm- 10700 g - (1)
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Free-form with captivating shades of green — This imposing striped jasper specimen from Madagascar presents itself in a free form, hand-smoothed and polished to enhance its rich color and intrinsic texture. The surface, which gleams with an alluring luster as it reflects light, reveals a symphony of tones ranging from deep green to softer turquoise-green, interwoven with beige, gray, and brown stripes, creating a dynamic and harmonious visual effect. The care in workmanship has allowed the complexity of its bands to emerge, nearly painted by nature itself, making every angle a unique focal point. Jasper is a microcrystalline sedimentary rock, an opaque variety of chalcedony (cryptocrystalline quartz). Its formation results from prolonged geological processes in which silica and minerals such as iron and chlorite accreted layer by layer, creating the distinctive bands and varied colors we see in this specimen. The green hues are often indicative of the presence of chlorite or other oxidized ferrous minerals in reduced states, while ribbons of transparent quartz, visible here and there, offer small windows into the purity of its mineral composition. The substantial mass and size of this piece give it a strong visual impact. The careful polishing not only enhances its beauty but also seals its surface, protecting it and facilitating its integration into any environment. The base of the specimen has been expertly cut and smoothed to ensure perfect stability, allowing the object to stand majestically in a vertical position without the need for additional supports. This feature makes it extremely versatile for display. Beyond its undeniable aesthetic charm, a specimen like this holds significant collectible and decorative value. For mineral enthusiasts, it represents a magnificent example of how geology can produce natural works of art. For those seeking decorative elements, it fits perfectly in contemporary or classical design contexts, as a focal piece in a study, a living room, a bookshelf, or a gallery. It is a silent witness to the geologic history of our planet, a fragment of time and matter transformed into an object of great beauty and contemplation.
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 TranslateFree-form with captivating shades of green — This imposing striped jasper specimen from Madagascar presents itself in a free form, hand-smoothed and polished to enhance its rich color and intrinsic texture. The surface, which gleams with an alluring luster as it reflects light, reveals a symphony of tones ranging from deep green to softer turquoise-green, interwoven with beige, gray, and brown stripes, creating a dynamic and harmonious visual effect. The care in workmanship has allowed the complexity of its bands to emerge, nearly painted by nature itself, making every angle a unique focal point. Jasper is a microcrystalline sedimentary rock, an opaque variety of chalcedony (cryptocrystalline quartz). Its formation results from prolonged geological processes in which silica and minerals such as iron and chlorite accreted layer by layer, creating the distinctive bands and varied colors we see in this specimen. The green hues are often indicative of the presence of chlorite or other oxidized ferrous minerals in reduced states, while ribbons of transparent quartz, visible here and there, offer small windows into the purity of its mineral composition. The substantial mass and size of this piece give it a strong visual impact. The careful polishing not only enhances its beauty but also seals its surface, protecting it and facilitating its integration into any environment. The base of the specimen has been expertly cut and smoothed to ensure perfect stability, allowing the object to stand majestically in a vertical position without the need for additional supports. This feature makes it extremely versatile for display. Beyond its undeniable aesthetic charm, a specimen like this holds significant collectible and decorative value. For mineral enthusiasts, it represents a magnificent example of how geology can produce natural works of art. For those seeking decorative elements, it fits perfectly in contemporary or classical design contexts, as a focal piece in a study, a living room, a bookshelf, or a gallery. It is a silent witness to the geologic history of our planet, a fragment of time and matter transformed into an object of great beauty and contemplation.
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
Exquisite Green and Beige Striped Jasper
Mineral form
Striking Polished Specimen
Supplement
Polished Striped Jasper from Madagascar
Weight
10700 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
330 mm
Width
230 mm
Depth
100 mm
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