Natural serpentine sphere with pyrite – rare collectible from Peru- 2249.99 g

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This impressive sphere of serpentine with pyrite captivates with its extraordinary color intensity and fascinating natural pattern. Bright yellows, greens, and olive tones merge into a lively pattern that recalls moss-covered landscapes, lichens, or abstract nature paintings. The dark inclusions and fine veining give the material additional depth and make every viewing side a new experience.

Particularly striking are the numerous metallic, glossy pyrite inclusions, which are distributed like small golden accents across the surface. In combination with the strong greens, this creates an exceptional contrast that lends the sphere an elegant yet powerful aura. Some areas also show slightly translucent zones, further highlighting the natural diversity of the material.

Thanks to the perfect spherical shape, the complex structures and color transitions come into view optimally from any angle. The combination of intense serpentine and sparkling pyrite makes this specimen especially decorative and highly recognizable as a collector's piece. Such high-contrast pieces from Peru are very popular with collectors and enthusiasts of exceptional natural stones.

Serpentine has been valued for centuries as a jewelry and decorative stone. In combination with pyrite, it forms a particularly attractive material that occupies a special position both mineralogically and visually. Well-developed spheres with strong color and visible pyrite content are relatively rare.

In gemology, serpentine is often associated with balance, inner calm, and earthly connectedness, while pyrite is traditionally linked with strength, self-confidence, and protection.

An extraordinary natural artwork with intense color impact, striking structures, and an impressive combination of two fascinating minerals.

Note: The stand shown is not included, but can be purchased separately.

Stone: Very Rare Serpentine and Pyrite
Weight Approx: 2249.99 g
Size Approx: 114 mm
Treatment: None
Origin: Peru

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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties.
We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific
evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.

This impressive sphere of serpentine with pyrite captivates with its extraordinary color intensity and fascinating natural pattern. Bright yellows, greens, and olive tones merge into a lively pattern that recalls moss-covered landscapes, lichens, or abstract nature paintings. The dark inclusions and fine veining give the material additional depth and make every viewing side a new experience.

Particularly striking are the numerous metallic, glossy pyrite inclusions, which are distributed like small golden accents across the surface. In combination with the strong greens, this creates an exceptional contrast that lends the sphere an elegant yet powerful aura. Some areas also show slightly translucent zones, further highlighting the natural diversity of the material.

Thanks to the perfect spherical shape, the complex structures and color transitions come into view optimally from any angle. The combination of intense serpentine and sparkling pyrite makes this specimen especially decorative and highly recognizable as a collector's piece. Such high-contrast pieces from Peru are very popular with collectors and enthusiasts of exceptional natural stones.

Serpentine has been valued for centuries as a jewelry and decorative stone. In combination with pyrite, it forms a particularly attractive material that occupies a special position both mineralogically and visually. Well-developed spheres with strong color and visible pyrite content are relatively rare.

In gemology, serpentine is often associated with balance, inner calm, and earthly connectedness, while pyrite is traditionally linked with strength, self-confidence, and protection.

An extraordinary natural artwork with intense color impact, striking structures, and an impressive combination of two fascinating minerals.

Note: The stand shown is not included, but can be purchased separately.

Stone: Very Rare Serpentine and Pyrite
Weight Approx: 2249.99 g
Size Approx: 114 mm
Treatment: None
Origin: Peru

Our shipping costs have been checked and approved by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipping; this is what determines these shipping costs.
Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
Also see our other items and shipping costs; pickup costs can be saved..
In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And it may lead to color deviations etc., as every computer, monitor, and phone may display colors with different qualities.

The disclaimer about the healing properties
as previously given :
It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties.
We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific
evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.

Details

Main mineral
Natural serpentine sphere with pyrite –
Mineral form
rare collectible from Peru
Weight
2249.99 g
Country of origin
Peru
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Objects sold
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Rechtliche Informationen des Verkäufers

Unternehmen:
Hajo und Mario Stieger GbR
Repräsentant:
Mario Stieger
Adresse:
Hajo und Mario Stieger GbR
Neufeld 3
47906 Kempen
GERMANY
Telefonnummer:
+4917642109788
Email:
mario.stieger33@gmail.com
USt-IdNr.:
DE329160339

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