Titanium-Treated Amethyst Druse on Iron Base - Height: 465 mm - Width: 145 mm- 2950 g

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Titanium-treated amethyst druse on an iron base painted black, natural amethyst crystals densely formed, origin Brazil, height 465 mm, width 145 mm, depth 58 mm, weight 2950 g.

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This natural amethyst druzy, with an elongated slender shape, features a surface rich in tiny crystals treated with a titanium electroplating process. The deposition of metal on the crystalline surface creates a spectacular optical effect: an explosion of iridescent colors that include pink, gold, blue, green, and rainbow, shifting with light and the angle of view. The druzy is mounted on a black-lacquered iron base, which enhances its verticality and allows it to be displayed as a sculptural work. The treatment does not alter the crystal's internal structure, only the surface, creating an eclectic crystalline surface—a piece with strong visual impact, ideal for modern interiors, design studios, showrooms, or collections.

Main features:
Type of formation: Natural amethyst druzy with dense crystals
Treatment: Titanium electroplating
Visual effect: Metallized iridescence with multicolor hues
Predominant colors: Rainbow, pink, blue, gold, green
Mounting: Base in black-lacquered iron

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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This natural amethyst druzy, with an elongated slender shape, features a surface rich in tiny crystals treated with a titanium electroplating process. The deposition of metal on the crystalline surface creates a spectacular optical effect: an explosion of iridescent colors that include pink, gold, blue, green, and rainbow, shifting with light and the angle of view. The druzy is mounted on a black-lacquered iron base, which enhances its verticality and allows it to be displayed as a sculptural work. The treatment does not alter the crystal's internal structure, only the surface, creating an eclectic crystalline surface—a piece with strong visual impact, ideal for modern interiors, design studios, showrooms, or collections.

Main features:
Type of formation: Natural amethyst druzy with dense crystals
Treatment: Titanium electroplating
Visual effect: Metallized iridescence with multicolor hues
Predominant colors: Rainbow, pink, blue, gold, green
Mounting: Base in black-lacquered iron

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

Mineral form
Titanium-Treated Amethyst Druse on Iron Base
Weight
2950 g
Country of origin
Brazil
Height
465 mm
Width
145 mm
Depth
58 mm
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Objects sold
98.36%
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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.

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