Donut and PI Chinois in Natural Larimar - Height: 35 mm - Width: 35 mm- 25 g
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Larimar meteorite in Donut and PI Chinois form, natural larimar, from the Barahona region in the Caribbean; size 35 × 35 × 11 mm, weight 25 g.
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Extracted from the mountains of the Barahona region and handcrafted, larimar carries the geological voice of its native territory. Its characteristic coloration results from the interaction between minerals and volcanic fluids, within an exclusive geodynamic context of the Caribbean. The donut shape, a symbol of cyclicality and continuity, enhances the visual purity of larimar, creating a smooth surface where the veins resemble waves crashing on pristine beaches. This specimen combines gemological value with geological memory, presenting a fresh and intense color palette typical of the highest grades of the stone. The larimar mine is located in a mountainous region crossed by ancient volcanic conduits. Extraction is not simple: miners traverse tunnels carved into basaltic rock, following small veins that can only be traced with experience and intuition. The recovery process is manual and community-based, with local families and cooperatives passing down techniques and knowledge. Buying a piece of larimar means supporting craftsmanship and a cultural tradition rooted in the Dominican territory.
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 TranslateExtracted from the mountains of the Barahona region and handcrafted, larimar carries the geological voice of its native territory. Its characteristic coloration results from the interaction between minerals and volcanic fluids, within an exclusive geodynamic context of the Caribbean. The donut shape, a symbol of cyclicality and continuity, enhances the visual purity of larimar, creating a smooth surface where the veins resemble waves crashing on pristine beaches. This specimen combines gemological value with geological memory, presenting a fresh and intense color palette typical of the highest grades of the stone. The larimar mine is located in a mountainous region crossed by ancient volcanic conduits. Extraction is not simple: miners traverse tunnels carved into basaltic rock, following small veins that can only be traced with experience and intuition. The recovery process is manual and community-based, with local families and cooperatives passing down techniques and knowledge. Buying a piece of larimar means supporting craftsmanship and a cultural tradition rooted in the Dominican territory.
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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Mineral Form
Donut and PI Chinois in Natural Larimar
Weight
25 g
Country of Origin
Caribbean
Height
35 mm
Width
35 mm
Depth
11 mm
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