Large Polished Chevron Amethyst Slice with Striking V-Shaped Purple and White Patterns Wonderful Purple and White Patterns - Height: 378 mm - Width: 275 mm- 3374 g - (1)

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Natural Chevron amethyst slice polished on one face, a large-scale mineral sculpture from Tanzania with a black metal base, measuring 378 × 275 × 100 mm and weighing 3374 g.

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Natural Chevrons Amethyst Slab — A striking polished section of Chevron Amethyst, originating from Tanzanian deposits, is presented as a natural sculpture on an elegant metal base. This specimen stands out for its remarkable size and its spectacular internal graphics, where the characteristic “V” (chevron) bands create a visually engaging dialogue between deep purple and crystalline white. The mirrored, mirror-finished surface highlights every detail of the mineral's complex structure. One can admire the almost hypnotic geometries formed by white and milky quartz inclusions alternating with layers of intensely saturated Amethyst color. This alternation is not accidental but testifies to the different growth stages of the crystal over millennia. The specimen’s upper edge has been intentionally left in its natural rough state, revealing a sparkling druse of terminated small crystals that catch the light and add a pleasant textural contrast to the smoothness of the main face. Geologically, Chevron Amethyst results from a rhythmic deposition process of silica-rich hydrothermal fluids. Temperature and chemical composition variations produced the visible stratification between Amethyst, colored by iron and natural irradiation, and quartz devoid of those elements. The chevron pattern is a macro-manifestation of quartz crystal gemination, with crystals growing oriented in specific directions, thus creating the iconic “V” motif that gives this variety its name. This piece transcends its purely mineralogical value to become an object of art and design. Its presence can enrich any environment, from a professional studio to a contemporary living room, serving as a focal point that stimulates curiosity and conversation. It is an ideal piece for a modern Wunderkammer, combining scientific interest in Earth’s history with a powerful and sophisticated aesthetic, almost comparable to an abstract artwork. The included black metal base is custom-designed to support the mineral’s weight and shape, ensuring stability and optimal display. The ensemble constitutes a one-of-a-kind collectible and furnishing piece, a fragment of Tanzania’s natural beauty ready to be admired. Technical details Name: Amethyst (Chevron variety) Classification: Mineral, Tettosilicate (Quartz) Provenance: Tanzania Specimen dimensions: 378 x 275 x 100 mm Specimen weight: 3374 g Base: Custom-painted metal stand Conditions: Natural specimen, polished on one face. No restorations or treatments.

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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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Natural Chevrons Amethyst Slab — A striking polished section of Chevron Amethyst, originating from Tanzanian deposits, is presented as a natural sculpture on an elegant metal base. This specimen stands out for its remarkable size and its spectacular internal graphics, where the characteristic “V” (chevron) bands create a visually engaging dialogue between deep purple and crystalline white. The mirrored, mirror-finished surface highlights every detail of the mineral's complex structure. One can admire the almost hypnotic geometries formed by white and milky quartz inclusions alternating with layers of intensely saturated Amethyst color. This alternation is not accidental but testifies to the different growth stages of the crystal over millennia. The specimen’s upper edge has been intentionally left in its natural rough state, revealing a sparkling druse of terminated small crystals that catch the light and add a pleasant textural contrast to the smoothness of the main face. Geologically, Chevron Amethyst results from a rhythmic deposition process of silica-rich hydrothermal fluids. Temperature and chemical composition variations produced the visible stratification between Amethyst, colored by iron and natural irradiation, and quartz devoid of those elements. The chevron pattern is a macro-manifestation of quartz crystal gemination, with crystals growing oriented in specific directions, thus creating the iconic “V” motif that gives this variety its name. This piece transcends its purely mineralogical value to become an object of art and design. Its presence can enrich any environment, from a professional studio to a contemporary living room, serving as a focal point that stimulates curiosity and conversation. It is an ideal piece for a modern Wunderkammer, combining scientific interest in Earth’s history with a powerful and sophisticated aesthetic, almost comparable to an abstract artwork. The included black metal base is custom-designed to support the mineral’s weight and shape, ensuring stability and optimal display. The ensemble constitutes a one-of-a-kind collectible and furnishing piece, a fragment of Tanzania’s natural beauty ready to be admired. Technical details Name: Amethyst (Chevron variety) Classification: Mineral, Tettosilicate (Quartz) Provenance: Tanzania Specimen dimensions: 378 x 275 x 100 mm Specimen weight: 3374 g Base: Custom-painted metal stand Conditions: Natural specimen, polished on one face. No restorations or treatments.

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
Large Polished Chevron Amethyst Slice with Striking V-Shaped Purple and White Patterns
Mineral form
Wonderful Purple and White Patterns
Supplement
Large-Scale Graphic Chevron Amethyst Sculpture
Weight
3374 g
Country of origin
Tanzania
Height
378 mm
Width
275 mm
Depth
100 mm
ItalyVerified
14261
Objects sold
98.37%
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