Selenite Spectacular XXL Saharan Desert Rose – 20 cm – 3.83 kg – Sculptural Natural Gypsum Crystal Formation - Height: 20 cm - Width: 20 cm- 3.829 kg - (1)
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Spectacular XXL Saharan Desert Rose, a natural gypsum (selenite) crystal formation from the Saharan region, Algeria, measuring about 20 × 20 × 20 cm and weighing 3.83 kg.
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Spectacular XXL Saharan Desert Rose – 20 cm – 3.83 kg – Sculptural Natural Gypsum Crystal Formation
An exceptionally beautiful and impressive natural Saharan Desert Rose, featuring a spectacular, almost spherical arrangement of large, overlapping gypsum crystal rosettes that create an extraordinary three-dimensional mineral sculpture.
What makes this remarkable specimen particularly attractive is the abundance, size and intricate arrangement of its crystalline formations.
Magnificent, broad fan-shaped crystals unfold in multiple directions, resembling the petals of an enormous desert flower in full bloom. These impressive formations are interspersed with smaller, sharply defined crystalline rosettes, creating a fascinating interplay of shapes, layers and textures.
The larger crystals display beautifully pronounced, naturally striated surfaces, while numerous smaller formations emerge between them, adding remarkable depth and complexity to the overall structure.
Its particularly attractive natural colouring ranges from warm terracotta and golden amber to soft sandy beige, beautifully enhanced by delicate whitish mineral deposits that accentuate the edges and surfaces of the individual crystals.
Unlike flatter or more conventional Desert Rose formations, this specimen has a wonderfully compact, voluminous and almost spherical silhouette, with spectacular crystalline structures extending outward in different directions.
This exceptional three-dimensional arrangement allows the specimen to be admired from virtually every angle, revealing new details and fascinating formations with each change of perspective.
Measuring approximately 20 × 20 × 20 cm and weighing an impressive 3.829 kg, this substantial Desert Rose combines considerable size with outstanding natural beauty and sculptural presence.
A magnificent example of nature's geological artistry, equally appealing to serious mineral collectors, natural history enthusiasts and lovers of unusual decorative objects.
Its remarkable architectural form makes it a stunning natural centrepiece, perfectly suited to a sophisticated interior, mineral collection, cabinet of curiosities or museum-style display.
Details
Specimen: Natural Saharan Desert Rose
Mineral: Gypsum / Selenite crystalline formation (visual identification)
Provenance: Saharan region, likely Tunisia / Algeria
Period: Ancient natural geological formation
Dimensions: Approx. 20 × 20 × 20 cm
Weight: 3,829 g (3.83 kg)
Colour: Natural terracotta, golden amber and sandy beige with whitish mineral deposits
Structure: Spectacular three-dimensional cluster of large fan-shaped crystals and smaller interlocking rosettes
Condition
Beautiful natural condition, displaying characteristic crystalline textures, natural mineral deposits and minor irregularities along the delicate crystal edges, typical of these naturally formed specimens.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the specimen's condition, intricate crystalline structure and remarkable sculptural appearance.
Shipping
The specimen will be carefully and securely packed using appropriate protective materials, with particular attention to safeguarding its delicate and projecting crystalline formations during transportation.
Spectacular XXL Saharan Desert Rose – 20 cm – 3.83 kg – Sculptural Natural Gypsum Crystal Formation
An exceptionally beautiful and impressive natural Saharan Desert Rose, featuring a spectacular, almost spherical arrangement of large, overlapping gypsum crystal rosettes that create an extraordinary three-dimensional mineral sculpture.
What makes this remarkable specimen particularly attractive is the abundance, size and intricate arrangement of its crystalline formations.
Magnificent, broad fan-shaped crystals unfold in multiple directions, resembling the petals of an enormous desert flower in full bloom. These impressive formations are interspersed with smaller, sharply defined crystalline rosettes, creating a fascinating interplay of shapes, layers and textures.
The larger crystals display beautifully pronounced, naturally striated surfaces, while numerous smaller formations emerge between them, adding remarkable depth and complexity to the overall structure.
Its particularly attractive natural colouring ranges from warm terracotta and golden amber to soft sandy beige, beautifully enhanced by delicate whitish mineral deposits that accentuate the edges and surfaces of the individual crystals.
Unlike flatter or more conventional Desert Rose formations, this specimen has a wonderfully compact, voluminous and almost spherical silhouette, with spectacular crystalline structures extending outward in different directions.
This exceptional three-dimensional arrangement allows the specimen to be admired from virtually every angle, revealing new details and fascinating formations with each change of perspective.
Measuring approximately 20 × 20 × 20 cm and weighing an impressive 3.829 kg, this substantial Desert Rose combines considerable size with outstanding natural beauty and sculptural presence.
A magnificent example of nature's geological artistry, equally appealing to serious mineral collectors, natural history enthusiasts and lovers of unusual decorative objects.
Its remarkable architectural form makes it a stunning natural centrepiece, perfectly suited to a sophisticated interior, mineral collection, cabinet of curiosities or museum-style display.
Details
Specimen: Natural Saharan Desert Rose
Mineral: Gypsum / Selenite crystalline formation (visual identification)
Provenance: Saharan region, likely Tunisia / Algeria
Period: Ancient natural geological formation
Dimensions: Approx. 20 × 20 × 20 cm
Weight: 3,829 g (3.83 kg)
Colour: Natural terracotta, golden amber and sandy beige with whitish mineral deposits
Structure: Spectacular three-dimensional cluster of large fan-shaped crystals and smaller interlocking rosettes
Condition
Beautiful natural condition, displaying characteristic crystalline textures, natural mineral deposits and minor irregularities along the delicate crystal edges, typical of these naturally formed specimens.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the specimen's condition, intricate crystalline structure and remarkable sculptural appearance.
Shipping
The specimen will be carefully and securely packed using appropriate protective materials, with particular attention to safeguarding its delicate and projecting crystalline formations during transportation.
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Selenite
Mineral form
Spectacular XXL Saharan Desert Rose – 20 cm – 3.83 kg – Sculptural Natural Gypsum Crystal Formation
Weight
3.83 kg
Origin (region/city)
Sahara
Country of origin
Algeria
Height
20 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
20 cm
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