Natural flame made from petrified algae – A work of art from prehistoric times.- 784.79 g
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Very Rare Fossilized Algae is a fossil algae specimen from Hvanzala, Peru, weighing 784.79 g and measuring 153×103×32 mm, with no enhancement applied and a natural fossil-algae mineral form described as an ancient artwork.
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This impressive freeform showcases the characteristic, vibrant pattern of fossil algae structures stretching across the entire surface in intense gold, warm ochre, and deep black. The fine, organically resembling lines form a nearly hypnotic current pattern that recalls ancient sediment movements and the original vitality of the fossil biomass. The high-quality polish makes the complex stratifications stand out particularly clearly, producing, depending on the viewing angle, a deep, almost three-dimensional play of light and texture.
In the room, the piece appears as a natural work of art — powerful, earth-connected, and full of historical depth. Many people appreciate fossil algae for their grounding, stabilizing aura, which conveys a sense of permanence and natural order without diminishing the aesthetic impact.
Name: Very Rare Fossilized Algae
Weight: 784,79 g
Size: 153x103x32mm
Treatment: None (No Enhancement)
Country of Origin: Peru, Hvanzala
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This impressive freeform showcases the characteristic, vibrant pattern of fossil algae structures stretching across the entire surface in intense gold, warm ochre, and deep black. The fine, organically resembling lines form a nearly hypnotic current pattern that recalls ancient sediment movements and the original vitality of the fossil biomass. The high-quality polish makes the complex stratifications stand out particularly clearly, producing, depending on the viewing angle, a deep, almost three-dimensional play of light and texture.
In the room, the piece appears as a natural work of art — powerful, earth-connected, and full of historical depth. Many people appreciate fossil algae for their grounding, stabilizing aura, which conveys a sense of permanence and natural order without diminishing the aesthetic impact.
Name: Very Rare Fossilized Algae
Weight: 784,79 g
Size: 153x103x32mm
Treatment: None (No Enhancement)
Country of Origin: Peru, Hvanzala
Our shipping costs have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging and
shipping; this is what generates these shipping costs.
Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs savings..
In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we have placed lighting under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color variations may occur, as every computer, monitor and mobile may display colors with different qualities.
Details
Main mineral
Natural flame made from petrified algae –
Mineral form
A work of art from prehistoric times.
Weight
784.79 g
Origin (region/city)
Hvanzala
Country of origin
Peru
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