Purple opal from Madagascar in an extraordinary duo – a massive gemstone sphere & artful Mushroom with violet-white natural coloration.- 2007.71 g - (2)
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A two-piece Lila Opal set from Madagascar, featuring a polished, massive gem sphere and a decorative natural-stone mushroom, weighing 2007.71 g in total.
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An eye-catching set from the very start thanks to an unusual combination: this 2-piece purple opal set from Madagascar consists of a magnificently polished sphere and a decorative, solid natural-stone mushroom. Two completely different forms meet here in the same fascinating mineral world.
The large sphere showcases especially intensively why this opal is so exceptional. Rich violet and lilac tones run through a milky white to cream-colored base matrix, accompanied by fine dark inclusions and, in places, nearly dendritic-looking drawings. The color distribution is completely irregular and gives the sphere a lively, almost cloud-like appearance.
The purple opal mushroom provides an attractive contrast. Its predominantly light surface is traversed by delicate bluish-gray, violet, and darker mineral lines. In the lower area, individual stronger purple patches also emerge. The broad mushroom cap and the massive, smoothly curved foot create a particularly decorative silhouette.
What is especially exciting is the interplay of both pieces: while the sphere presents its pattern all around and has distinctly stronger color accents, the mushroom appears lighter and calmer. Together they form a harmonious but by no means ordinary collector’s duo.
The glossy polish beautifully brings out the different color layers and natural structures. Mineral inclusions, fine lines, natural depressions, as well as differences in color and texture are part of the material’s individual character and make both pieces unmistakable.
A special purple opal set from Madagascar for lovers of unusual minerals – with an imposing sphere and an artistically worked gemstone mushroom, united by a beautiful violet-white natural pattern.
Weight: 2007.71 g
Treatment: None
Origin: Madagascar
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An eye-catching set from the very start thanks to an unusual combination: this 2-piece purple opal set from Madagascar consists of a magnificently polished sphere and a decorative, solid natural-stone mushroom. Two completely different forms meet here in the same fascinating mineral world.
The large sphere showcases especially intensively why this opal is so exceptional. Rich violet and lilac tones run through a milky white to cream-colored base matrix, accompanied by fine dark inclusions and, in places, nearly dendritic-looking drawings. The color distribution is completely irregular and gives the sphere a lively, almost cloud-like appearance.
The purple opal mushroom provides an attractive contrast. Its predominantly light surface is traversed by delicate bluish-gray, violet, and darker mineral lines. In the lower area, individual stronger purple patches also emerge. The broad mushroom cap and the massive, smoothly curved foot create a particularly decorative silhouette.
What is especially exciting is the interplay of both pieces: while the sphere presents its pattern all around and has distinctly stronger color accents, the mushroom appears lighter and calmer. Together they form a harmonious but by no means ordinary collector’s duo.
The glossy polish beautifully brings out the different color layers and natural structures. Mineral inclusions, fine lines, natural depressions, as well as differences in color and texture are part of the material’s individual character and make both pieces unmistakable.
A special purple opal set from Madagascar for lovers of unusual minerals – with an imposing sphere and an artistically worked gemstone mushroom, united by a beautiful violet-white natural pattern.
Weight: 2007.71 g
Treatment: None
Origin: Madagascar
Our shipping costs are checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles the final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipping; thus these shipping costs arise.
The buyer bears all possible import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
Also see our other items and shipping costs; pick-up costs save..
In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone.
For some stones we have held lighting under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color variations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and mobile device can display different color 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
Number of objects
2
Main mineral
Purple opal from Madagascar in an extraordinary duo – a massive gemstone sphere & artful
Mineral form
Mushroom with violet-white natural coloration.
Weight
2007.71 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Disclaimer
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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. However, using or wearing gemstones or minerals does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your health care professional. The use of gemstones or minerals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones or crystals have been used historically to relieve or prevent symptoms, the objects sold on our website offer no guarantee of results. Therefore, Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for the effectiveness of these objects sold herein.
