Exceptional Australian Pink Mookaite Pendant - 925 Sterling Silver Jewel - Height: 57 mm - Width: 28 mm- 16 g - (1)

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Georgia Foteinou
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Holds BSc in geology and post-graduate qualifications in geochemistry.

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Handcrafted with Mookaite from Western Australia — This exceptional pendant features a magnificent specimen of Mookaite, a unique variety of silicified jasper sourced exclusively from the Mooka Creek region in Western Australia. The stone, generously sized and elongated teardrop-shaped, has been skilfully cut and polished to highlight its intrinsic beauty and natural textures. Mookaite is renowned for its extraordinary color range, which in this piece appears in delicate shades of deep and pale pink, interspersed with bold veining and cream, ochre yellow, and burgundy inclusions. These patterns, reminiscent of abstract art, are the result of complex geological processes, where ancient radiolarian silicified sediments gave rise to this unmistakable gem. Each Mookaite pendant is a unique work of art of nature, and this piece is no exception, offering a distinctive pattern and a captivating depth of color. The gem is set in a handcrafted 925 sterling silver frame that elegantly embraces its contours and highlights its luster. The simplicity of the mounting design allows the Mookaite to remain the indisputable protagonist, drawing the eye with its organic aesthetics and warm energy. The integrated bail is sturdy and well-proportioned, ideal for pairing with chains of various thicknesses, making the pendant ready to wear or display. Considered a symbol of strength and grounding in modern lithotherapy, Mookaite is highly prized by collectors and gemstone lovers for its rarity and the uniqueness of each individual specimen. Its exotic provenance and visual characteristics make it a subject of great interest from both gemological and aesthetic perspectives, perfect for enriching a collection of rare minerals or for embellishing any wardrobe with a touch of color and originality. Small surface irregularities, inclusions, and color variations are part of Mookaite’s nature and testify to its natural geological formation, adding character and authenticity to the piece. The excellent overall condition of the pendant ensures that this piece can be a precious treasure for years to come, a tangible symbol of the beauty and diversity of the natural world. A magnificent example of how nature can create artworks that go beyond our imagination, ideal for a discerning collector or as a jewel with a strong visual impact. Final technical data: Name: Mookaite Pendant Classification: Silicified Jasper Provenance: Australia Locality: Mooka Creek, Western Australia Material: Mookaite, Sterling Silver 925 Work: Cabochon cut and polished, silver-set Dimensions: 57 x 28 x 8 mm Weight: 16 g Condition: Good Lot Code: ERA-207 (tc) PMK-07

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Handcrafted with Mookaite from Western Australia — This exceptional pendant features a magnificent specimen of Mookaite, a unique variety of silicified jasper sourced exclusively from the Mooka Creek region in Western Australia. The stone, generously sized and elongated teardrop-shaped, has been skilfully cut and polished to highlight its intrinsic beauty and natural textures. Mookaite is renowned for its extraordinary color range, which in this piece appears in delicate shades of deep and pale pink, interspersed with bold veining and cream, ochre yellow, and burgundy inclusions. These patterns, reminiscent of abstract art, are the result of complex geological processes, where ancient radiolarian silicified sediments gave rise to this unmistakable gem. Each Mookaite pendant is a unique work of art of nature, and this piece is no exception, offering a distinctive pattern and a captivating depth of color. The gem is set in a handcrafted 925 sterling silver frame that elegantly embraces its contours and highlights its luster. The simplicity of the mounting design allows the Mookaite to remain the indisputable protagonist, drawing the eye with its organic aesthetics and warm energy. The integrated bail is sturdy and well-proportioned, ideal for pairing with chains of various thicknesses, making the pendant ready to wear or display. Considered a symbol of strength and grounding in modern lithotherapy, Mookaite is highly prized by collectors and gemstone lovers for its rarity and the uniqueness of each individual specimen. Its exotic provenance and visual characteristics make it a subject of great interest from both gemological and aesthetic perspectives, perfect for enriching a collection of rare minerals or for embellishing any wardrobe with a touch of color and originality. Small surface irregularities, inclusions, and color variations are part of Mookaite’s nature and testify to its natural geological formation, adding character and authenticity to the piece. The excellent overall condition of the pendant ensures that this piece can be a precious treasure for years to come, a tangible symbol of the beauty and diversity of the natural world. A magnificent example of how nature can create artworks that go beyond our imagination, ideal for a discerning collector or as a jewel with a strong visual impact. Final technical data: Name: Mookaite Pendant Classification: Silicified Jasper Provenance: Australia Locality: Mooka Creek, Western Australia Material: Mookaite, Sterling Silver 925 Work: Cabochon cut and polished, silver-set Dimensions: 57 x 28 x 8 mm Weight: 16 g Condition: Good Lot Code: ERA-207 (tc) PMK-07

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Exceptional Australian Pink Mookaite Pendant -
Mineral form
925 Sterling Silver Jewel
Supplement
Rare Australian Pink Mookaite
Weight
16 g
Origin (region/city)
Western Australia
Country of origin
Australia
Height
57 mm
Width
28 mm
Depth
8 mm
ItalyVerified
14235
Objects sold
98.4%
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