Aesthetic geode in septaria with barite, excellent quality Geode - Height: 78 mm - Width: 36 mm- 133 g
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ESTETICO GEODE in SEPTARIA with BARITE, a geode specimen from Gumiane, Die, Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, weighing 133 g with dimensions 78 × 36 × 35 mm.
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From our selection of collectible minerals, we propose an aesthetic Septarian geode with Barite from Gumiane, in Drôme, France.
Moreover, it features a Septarian core traversed by the typical dehydration polygonal fractures, enclosing a geode cavity lined with transparent brown-toned Barite crystals, with fluorescence reported by the seller, which enhances its aesthetic value and mineralogical significance.
The specimen stands out for the quality of crystallization and for the overall aesthetic balance, with characteristics that highlight its natural structure and visual impact.
Septarian concretions are clayey formations that develop in marine sediments: during the dehydration of the mud the core contracts and fractures into irregular polygons, creating cavities later filled with minerals such as Barite. The name Barite derives from the Greek 'barys' (heavy), in reference to its notable density for a non-metallic mineral, due to barium in its composition (BaSO4). The Gumiane area, in Drôme, is known among collectors for this type of fossiliferous concretion dating back to the Jurassic period.
This is an ideal specimen for mineralogical collections, display, and for those who appreciate the natural beauty of minerals, also within the crystal therapy and lithotherapy realms, according to the properties traditionally associated with the mineral species.
All minerals are 100% natural and untreated, with very rare exceptions always indicated in the description. The photographs are taken with professional lighting to best enhance colors and details; however, slight tonal variations may occur depending on the device or ambient light.
Shipping is carried out via reliable, selected express carriers, with fast delivery (in many cases 1-2 working days in Europe), tracked and insured shipping and professional, safe packaging, as confirmed by customer reviews. Deliveries can also take place the day after payment depending on the destination.
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Seller's Story
I am Luca from italmineral-com, a young salesman with a background in nuclear engineering and I have consolidated my presence in the minerals sector by participating in fairs, auctions and by founding italmineral. I offer only the best, rarest and most special minerals, including uranium and thorium. I always guarantee the highest quality, fast shipping, careful packaging and excellent customer service. I am appreciated for my friendliness and the high quality of the materials offered."
Translated by Google TranslateFrom our selection of collectible minerals, we propose an aesthetic Septarian geode with Barite from Gumiane, in Drôme, France.
Moreover, it features a Septarian core traversed by the typical dehydration polygonal fractures, enclosing a geode cavity lined with transparent brown-toned Barite crystals, with fluorescence reported by the seller, which enhances its aesthetic value and mineralogical significance.
The specimen stands out for the quality of crystallization and for the overall aesthetic balance, with characteristics that highlight its natural structure and visual impact.
Septarian concretions are clayey formations that develop in marine sediments: during the dehydration of the mud the core contracts and fractures into irregular polygons, creating cavities later filled with minerals such as Barite. The name Barite derives from the Greek 'barys' (heavy), in reference to its notable density for a non-metallic mineral, due to barium in its composition (BaSO4). The Gumiane area, in Drôme, is known among collectors for this type of fossiliferous concretion dating back to the Jurassic period.
This is an ideal specimen for mineralogical collections, display, and for those who appreciate the natural beauty of minerals, also within the crystal therapy and lithotherapy realms, according to the properties traditionally associated with the mineral species.
All minerals are 100% natural and untreated, with very rare exceptions always indicated in the description. The photographs are taken with professional lighting to best enhance colors and details; however, slight tonal variations may occur depending on the device or ambient light.
Shipping is carried out via reliable, selected express carriers, with fast delivery (in many cases 1-2 working days in Europe), tracked and insured shipping and professional, safe packaging, as confirmed by customer reviews. Deliveries can also take place the day after payment depending on the destination.
It is possible to combine multiple purchases and receive them in a single shipment, even from auctions with different deadlines, simply by contacting us to organize the consolidation. For important pieces, direct delivery by appointment to your home or at major European fairs is also available.
Remember that you can view all the pieces in auction at the following link: www.catawiki.com/it/u/16653967
Follow us also in live auctions every Monday and Friday at 20:55!
If you would like to view videos, request additional information, or satisfy some curiosities about the pieces in CataWiki special auctions, do not hesitate to contact us. You can find other contacts here: www.italmineral.com/pages/contact
Seller's Story
I am Luca from italmineral-com, a young salesman with a background in nuclear engineering and I have consolidated my presence in the minerals sector by participating in fairs, auctions and by founding italmineral. I offer only the best, rarest and most special minerals, including uranium and thorium. I always guarantee the highest quality, fast shipping, careful packaging and excellent customer service. I am appreciated for my friendliness and the high quality of the materials offered."
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Main mineral
Aesthetic geode in septaria with barite, excellent quality
Mineral form
Geode
Weight
133 g
Origin (region/city)
Gumiane, Die, Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Country of origin
France
Height
78 mm
Width
36 mm
Depth
35 mm
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