Red Opal - Pyritized fossil Ammonite - Fossil fragment - Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus - 360 mm - 340 mm
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Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus, a red opal pyritized fossil ammonite specimen from Russia, dating to the Middle Jurassic (174.1–163.5 mya), in natural condition, weighing 6200 g and measuring 360 × 340 × 140 mm.
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An unique work of art, a perfect fusion between natural beauty and artisanal elegance.
This extraordinary object features an enchanting pyritized red opal ammonite, set on a base of precious wood and adorned with brass details.
This Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus is a geological treasure, an ancient marine creature preserved for millennia in fossil form.
Its surface is enriched with red and orange opalescent hues fused with the iridescence typical of pyrite, creating a stunning visual effect that seems to glow with its own light.
The wooden base, carefully crafted, enhances the fossil's beauty and elegance.
Satin brass details add a touch of luxury and refinement to this exclusive decorative item.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateAn unique work of art, a perfect fusion between natural beauty and artisanal elegance.
This extraordinary object features an enchanting pyritized red opal ammonite, set on a base of precious wood and adorned with brass details.
This Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus is a geological treasure, an ancient marine creature preserved for millennia in fossil form.
Its surface is enriched with red and orange opalescent hues fused with the iridescence typical of pyrite, creating a stunning visual effect that seems to glow with its own light.
The wooden base, carefully crafted, enhances the fossil's beauty and elegance.
Satin brass details add a touch of luxury and refinement to this exclusive decorative item.
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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Specimen
Red Opal - Pyritized fossil Ammonite
Scientific name
Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus
Country of origin
Russia
Geological period
Jurassic, Middle (174.1 - 163.5 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
6200 g
Height
360 mm
Width
340 mm
Depth
140 mm
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