Extremely rare 4-vein eye jasper crystal ball – Monumental collector's item weighing 42.9 kg- 42989.26 g
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Holds a master’s in chemistry with 25 years’ experience in minerals consulting.
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Origin Madagascar; Ocean Jasper Orbicular 4th Vein crystal sphere, a 42.9 kg specimen with a 325 mm diameter, untreated.
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This extraordinary 4-vein eye jasper crystal ball weighing 42.9 kg is a monumental piece of natural art with a fascinating aura. At first glance, the piece captivates with its intense golden yellow to ochre coloring, which extends across nearly the entire surface. Countless rounded, eye-like structures form a complex natural pattern and give the ball extraordinary optical depth.
Particularly characteristic is the interplay of the numerous “eyes” with the darker veins and the naturally formed crystalline areas. The different structures traverse the stone like a landscape, ensuring that from every viewing angle new formations can be discovered. From delicate, densely arranged drawings to larger, striking structures, this specimen shows an impressive variety. The high-quality polish intensifies the warm gold, honey, ochre, and brown tones and simultaneously showcases the exceptional texture of the material to excellent effect.
With a weight of 42.9 kg, this ball has enormous presence and belongs to those pieces that can completely dominate a room. Indeed, the combination of extraordinary patterning, impressive size, and spherical form makes it a special display piece for discerning mineral collectors, galleries, representative business spaces, or exclusive interiors.
Such a specimen is not merely a decorative natural stone but a monumental, unique item whose individual patterning has formed over long geological time scales. The multitude of eye-like structures makes the surface almost a natural work of art – a piece that one can look at again and again, constantly discovering new details.
An extraordinary opportunity for collectors of large and characterful minerals: 42.9 kg of pure presence, fascinating natural structures, and an optical appearance that makes this rare piece a true highlight of any high-quality collection.
Stone: Ocean Jasper Orbicular 4th Vein
Weight: 42989.26 g
Size: 325 mm
Treatment: None
Origin: Madagascar
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.
This extraordinary 4-vein eye jasper crystal ball weighing 42.9 kg is a monumental piece of natural art with a fascinating aura. At first glance, the piece captivates with its intense golden yellow to ochre coloring, which extends across nearly the entire surface. Countless rounded, eye-like structures form a complex natural pattern and give the ball extraordinary optical depth.
Particularly characteristic is the interplay of the numerous “eyes” with the darker veins and the naturally formed crystalline areas. The different structures traverse the stone like a landscape, ensuring that from every viewing angle new formations can be discovered. From delicate, densely arranged drawings to larger, striking structures, this specimen shows an impressive variety. The high-quality polish intensifies the warm gold, honey, ochre, and brown tones and simultaneously showcases the exceptional texture of the material to excellent effect.
With a weight of 42.9 kg, this ball has enormous presence and belongs to those pieces that can completely dominate a room. Indeed, the combination of extraordinary patterning, impressive size, and spherical form makes it a special display piece for discerning mineral collectors, galleries, representative business spaces, or exclusive interiors.
Such a specimen is not merely a decorative natural stone but a monumental, unique item whose individual patterning has formed over long geological time scales. The multitude of eye-like structures makes the surface almost a natural work of art – a piece that one can look at again and again, constantly discovering new details.
An extraordinary opportunity for collectors of large and characterful minerals: 42.9 kg of pure presence, fascinating natural structures, and an optical appearance that makes this rare piece a true highlight of any high-quality collection.
Stone: Ocean Jasper Orbicular 4th Vein
Weight: 42989.26 g
Size: 325 mm
Treatment: None
Origin: Madagascar
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.
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Main mineral
Extremely rare 4-vein eye jasper crystal ball –
Mineral form
Monumental collector's item weighing 42.9 kg
Weight
42989.26 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Disclaimer
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.
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.
