Rare White Agate Formation - Fashinating Agate and Quartz Slab on Golden Base - Height: 450 mm - Width: 330 mm- 2875 g - (1)

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Rare white agate formation slab of agate and quartz on a satin gold base, from Brazil; 450 x 330 x 100 mm, 2875 g.

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Special White Agate Formation — This splendid slab is a natural example of agate with quartz formations, coming from silica-rich geological environments where cavities filled with chalcedony concretions and crystals developed. The section has been cut and finished by hand to enhance the internal details of the structure, revealing a fascinating mineral landscape rich in chromatic contrasts. On the front side, bands of finely stratified agate distinguish the edges of the central cavities, characterized by botroidal zones and transparent quartz crystals, with tones ranging from ice gray to coppery brown, passing through honey yellow and cognac shades. Some areas show dendritic inclusions and concentric formations that recall organic patterns and plant motifs. The back, left more natural, features the classic silica matrix with more subdued tones, enlivened by zones of microcrystalline quartz crystallization. The irregular, non-polished edges preserve the rough and authentic appearance of the original formation, creating a harmonious contrast with the brighter and more defined internal veining. The slab is mounted on a satin gold metal base, designed to ensure stability and elegance. Thanks to its slender profile and wealth of detail, this specimen represents a perfect decorative object, capable of enhancing any modern or classical environment, and at the same time a magnificent piece for a mineralogical collection. A work of nature that unites science, art and beauty.

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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Special White Agate Formation — This splendid slab is a natural example of agate with quartz formations, coming from silica-rich geological environments where cavities filled with chalcedony concretions and crystals developed. The section has been cut and finished by hand to enhance the internal details of the structure, revealing a fascinating mineral landscape rich in chromatic contrasts. On the front side, bands of finely stratified agate distinguish the edges of the central cavities, characterized by botroidal zones and transparent quartz crystals, with tones ranging from ice gray to coppery brown, passing through honey yellow and cognac shades. Some areas show dendritic inclusions and concentric formations that recall organic patterns and plant motifs. The back, left more natural, features the classic silica matrix with more subdued tones, enlivened by zones of microcrystalline quartz crystallization. The irregular, non-polished edges preserve the rough and authentic appearance of the original formation, creating a harmonious contrast with the brighter and more defined internal veining. The slab is mounted on a satin gold metal base, designed to ensure stability and elegance. Thanks to its slender profile and wealth of detail, this specimen represents a perfect decorative object, capable of enhancing any modern or classical environment, and at the same time a magnificent piece for a mineralogical collection. A work of nature that unites science, art and beauty.

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
Rare White Agate Formation -
Mineral form
Fashinating Agate and Quartz Slab on Golden Base
Supplement
Particular mineral specimen
Weight
2875 g
Country of origin
Brasile
Height
450 mm
Width
330 mm
Depth
100 mm
ItalyVerified
14222
Objects sold
98.41%
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