Natural flame made from petrified algae – A work of art from prehistoric times.- 897.18 g
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Very Rare Fossilized Algae, a specimen from Hvanzala, Peru, weighing 897.18 g and measuring 153 by 103 by 32 mm.
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This impressive freeform sculpture shows the characteristic, vibrant pattern of fossil algae structures that sweep across the entire surface in intense gold, warm ochre, and deep black. The fine, organically resembling lines form an almost hypnotic flow pattern, reminiscent of ancient sediment movements and the original vitality of the fossil biomass. Through the high-quality polish, the complex stratifications stand out especially clearly and, depending on the viewing angle, create a deep, almost three-dimensional play of light and texture.
In the room, the piece feels like 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: 897,18 g
Size: 153x103x32mm
Treatment: None (No Enhancement)
Country of Origin: Peru, Hvanzala
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This impressive freeform sculpture shows the characteristic, vibrant pattern of fossil algae structures that sweep across the entire surface in intense gold, warm ochre, and deep black. The fine, organically resembling lines form an almost hypnotic flow pattern, reminiscent of ancient sediment movements and the original vitality of the fossil biomass. Through the high-quality polish, the complex stratifications stand out especially clearly and, depending on the viewing angle, create a deep, almost three-dimensional play of light and texture.
In the room, the piece feels like 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: 897,18 g
Size: 153x103x32mm
Treatment: None (No Enhancement)
Country of Origin: Peru, Hvanzala
Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles the final inspection, collection, packaging and the
shipping; these costs arise from that.
Buyer bears all eventual import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs; pickup costs save..
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 color qualities differently.
Details
Main mineral
Natural flame made from petrified algae –
Mineral form
A work of art from prehistoric times.
Weight
897.18 g
Origin (region/city)
Hvanzala
Country of origin
Peru
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