Red Opal - Pyritized Fossil Ammonite - Incredible Specimen - Fossil Fragment Sea shell - - Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus -
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This Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus fossil specimen from Russia, featuring red opal pyritized ammonite with iridescent spectra, is an elegant relic of ancient marine life on a finely crafted wooden base.
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A unique work of art, a perfect combination of natural beauty and artisanal elegance.
This extraordinary object features an enchanting piritized 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 the form of a fossil.
Its surface is enriched with reddish opalescent hues, fused with the iridescence of pyrite, creating a stunning visual effect that seems to glow with its own light.
The carefully crafted wooden base enhances the beauty and elegance of the fossil.
Satin-finished brass details add a touch of luxury and refinement to this exclusive piece of furniture.
Ammonite dimensions: 360*340*140 mm
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 TranslateA unique work of art, a perfect combination of natural beauty and artisanal elegance.
This extraordinary object features an enchanting piritized 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 the form of a fossil.
Its surface is enriched with reddish opalescent hues, fused with the iridescence of pyrite, creating a stunning visual effect that seems to glow with its own light.
The carefully crafted wooden base enhances the beauty and elegance of the fossil.
Satin-finished brass details add a touch of luxury and refinement to this exclusive piece of furniture.
Ammonite dimensions: 360*340*140 mm
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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Era
After 2000
Specimen
Red Opal - Pyritized Fossil Ammonite - Incredible Specimen - Fossil Fragment
Scientific name
- Craspedodiscus Discofalcatus -
Country of origin
Russia
Condition
Good condition
Year
2024
Weight
6200 g
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