Natural flame from petrified algae. A work of art from prehistoric times- 806.99 g
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Specimen: Very Rare Fossilized Algae from Hvanzala, Peru; weight 806.99 g; size 144×92×42 mm.
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This impressive freeform displays the characteristic, vibrant pattern of fossil algae structures, extending across the entire surface in intense gold, warm ochre, and deep black. The fine, organically appearing lines form an almost hypnotic flow pattern that recalls ancient sediment movements and the original vitality of fossil biomass. Through high-quality polishing, the complex layering becomes particularly clear and creates a deep, almost three-dimensional play of light and texture depending on the viewing angle.
In the space, the piece appears as a natural work of art – powerful, earth-connected, and full of historical depth. Many appreciate fossil algae for their grounding, stabilizing aura, which conveys a sense of permanence and natural order without overshadowing the aesthetic impact.
Very Rare Fossilized Algae
Weight: 806.99 g
Size: 144x92x42mm
Treatment: None (No Enhancement)
Country of Origin: Peru, Hvanzala
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This impressive freeform displays the characteristic, vibrant pattern of fossil algae structures, extending across the entire surface in intense gold, warm ochre, and deep black. The fine, organically appearing lines form an almost hypnotic flow pattern that recalls ancient sediment movements and the original vitality of fossil biomass. Through high-quality polishing, the complex layering becomes particularly clear and creates a deep, almost three-dimensional play of light and texture depending on the viewing angle.
In the space, the piece appears as a natural work of art – powerful, earth-connected, and full of historical depth. Many appreciate fossil algae for their grounding, stabilizing aura, which conveys a sense of permanence and natural order without overshadowing the aesthetic impact.
Very Rare Fossilized Algae
Weight: 806.99 g
Size: 144x92x42mm
Treatment: None (No Enhancement)
Country of Origin: Peru, Hvanzala
Our shipping costs have been verified and approved by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and the
Perform shipping; this results in these shipping costs.
Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.
See also our other articles and shipping costs, save on pickup costs.
In some of the images, the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
For some stones, we held a light beneath the stone to better showcase the color of the pieces. And discrepancies in colors, etc., can occur since each computer, monitor, and mobile phone can display different qualities of colors.
Details
Main Mineral
Natural flame from petrified algae.
Mineral Form
A work of art from prehistoric times
Weight
806.99 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Hvanzala
Country of Origin
Peru
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