Natural sphalerite rough specimen – Translucent crystal with fiery brilliance and exceptional color intensity - 215.75 ct- 43.15 g
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Natural sphalerite raw crystal from Mina de Aliva, Picos de Europa, Cantabria, Spain; translucid crystal with fiery glow, 215.75 ct (43.15 g), 40.9 × 23.9 × 19.9 mm; untreated.
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This impressive galena (sphalerite) rough piece captivates with its extraordinary transparency and the intense color effect that comes to the fore especially under lighting. In normal light the piece already shows warm honey, amber, and deep orange-brown tones with highly glossy crystal faces and a glassy sheen. The natural structure consists of numerous angular crystal facets, reflections, and fine internal planes that give the piece enormous optical depth.
Under transmitted light the mineral transforms into a nearly glowing display of color, with intense red, orange, and golden fire. The translucent areas glow almost like molten lava or liquid amber, creating an exceptionally lively aura. The numerous natural fracture surfaces produce countless light reflections and prismatic effects, making the piece appear constantly different depending on the viewing angle.
Sphalerite is among the most fascinating collector minerals and is known for its high luster and strong refraction of light. Very transparent pieces with such intense luminosity and an aesthetic structure are especially sought after and have a very striking presence in any mineral collection or display case.
Sphalerite has traditionally been attributed activating and strengthening energy. It symbolically stands for vitality, focus, and inner strength and is often associated with motivation, creativity, and energetic balance.
Product Name: Sphalerit
Weight: 215.75 ct
Size: 40.9 x 23.9 x 19.9 mm
Origin: Spain
Treatment: Untreated
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This impressive galena (sphalerite) rough piece captivates with its extraordinary transparency and the intense color effect that comes to the fore especially under lighting. In normal light the piece already shows warm honey, amber, and deep orange-brown tones with highly glossy crystal faces and a glassy sheen. The natural structure consists of numerous angular crystal facets, reflections, and fine internal planes that give the piece enormous optical depth.
Under transmitted light the mineral transforms into a nearly glowing display of color, with intense red, orange, and golden fire. The translucent areas glow almost like molten lava or liquid amber, creating an exceptionally lively aura. The numerous natural fracture surfaces produce countless light reflections and prismatic effects, making the piece appear constantly different depending on the viewing angle.
Sphalerite is among the most fascinating collector minerals and is known for its high luster and strong refraction of light. Very transparent pieces with such intense luminosity and an aesthetic structure are especially sought after and have a very striking presence in any mineral collection or display case.
Sphalerite has traditionally been attributed activating and strengthening energy. It symbolically stands for vitality, focus, and inner strength and is often associated with motivation, creativity, and energetic balance.
Product Name: Sphalerit
Weight: 215.75 ct
Size: 40.9 x 23.9 x 19.9 mm
Origin: Spain
Treatment: Untreated
Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that performs the final inspection, pickup, packing, and shipping; that is what these shipping costs cover.
The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs; saving on pickup costs..
In some of the pictures the stone has been illuminated from behind 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 color deviations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and mobile device may display colors with different 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
Main mineral
Natural sphalerite rough specimen –
Mineral form
Translucent crystal with fiery brilliance and exceptional color intensity - 215.75 ct
Weight
43.15 g
Origin (region/city)
Aliva Mine - Picos de Europa - Cantabria
Country of origin
Spain
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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.
