Desert Rose (gypsum) & Amethyst (quartz) cluster formation & geode- 3.2 kg - (2)

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Two display minerals: Rosa del Deserto crystallized gypsum in a cluster formation from North Africa and Amethyst druse quartz from Brazil, total weight 3.2 kg.

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Lotto of two display minerals:
- Crystallized Desert Rose;
- Deep Purple Amethyst Druse.
Total 3.20 kg.
Excellent condition, as shown in the photos.

Desert Rose (Crystallized Gypsum).
A well-formed Desert Rose specimen, from the Saharan regions.
Unlike many single Desert Roses, this one presents as a rich clustered aggregate, creating a dense, three-dimensional structure.
The gypsum petals are well-formed and sharp, giving the specimen a very pronounced organic, floral appearance.
The pink-beige-brown color is uniform and attractive, typical of the inclusion of local sand during crystallization.
Specifications:
Weight: 1.70 kg
Dimensions: 17 cm x 18 cm x 11 cm.

Amethyst Druse (Quartz)
A very beautiful piece of amethyst druse, a variety of microcrystalline quartz.
The crystals exhibit a deep, uniform purple color saturation.
The crystal tips are particularly saturated.
Individual crystals show well-defined faces and good termination.
The amethyst rests on a lighter quartz matrix and host rock, creating a pleasant visual contrast that enhances the purple color.
The druse form makes it perfect for display on a base or shelf.
Specifications:
Weight: 1.50 kg
Dimensions: 17 cm x 10 cm x 6 cm
Origin: Brazil

Lotto of two display minerals:
- Crystallized Desert Rose;
- Deep Purple Amethyst Druse.
Total 3.20 kg.
Excellent condition, as shown in the photos.

Desert Rose (Crystallized Gypsum).
A well-formed Desert Rose specimen, from the Saharan regions.
Unlike many single Desert Roses, this one presents as a rich clustered aggregate, creating a dense, three-dimensional structure.
The gypsum petals are well-formed and sharp, giving the specimen a very pronounced organic, floral appearance.
The pink-beige-brown color is uniform and attractive, typical of the inclusion of local sand during crystallization.
Specifications:
Weight: 1.70 kg
Dimensions: 17 cm x 18 cm x 11 cm.

Amethyst Druse (Quartz)
A very beautiful piece of amethyst druse, a variety of microcrystalline quartz.
The crystals exhibit a deep, uniform purple color saturation.
The crystal tips are particularly saturated.
Individual crystals show well-defined faces and good termination.
The amethyst rests on a lighter quartz matrix and host rock, creating a pleasant visual contrast that enhances the purple color.
The druse form makes it perfect for display on a base or shelf.
Specifications:
Weight: 1.50 kg
Dimensions: 17 cm x 10 cm x 6 cm
Origin: Brazil

Details

Number of objects
2
Main mineral
Desert Rose (gypsum) & Amethyst (quartz)
Mineral form
cluster formation & geode
Supplement
Rosa: 17 x 18 x 11 cm, 1.70 kg - Ametista: 17 x 10 x 6 cm, 1.50 kg
Weight
3.2 kg
Country of origin
North Africa & Brazil
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Objects sold
Private

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