Peruvian serpentine with pyrite – polished natural stone. - Height: 140 mm - Width: 140 mm- 2019 g
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Description from the seller
The serpentine stands out for its fascinating deep green and golden hues, enhanced by delicate veins and pyrite inclusions, which give a sparkling and metallic touch to its smooth and luminous surface.
Serpentine is the result of a long geological process known as serpentinization, during which ultramafic rocks (such as peridotites) are transformed by the presence of water-rich fluids and minerals, typical of subduction zones and ocean ridges. This transformation creates the distinctive green coloration and the characteristic fibrous or lamellar structure of the mineral.
The inclusions of pyrite, recognizable by their golden color and metallic texture, form when iron and sulfur present in hydrothermal fluids crystallize within the serpentinic matrix, creating a striking contrast between the green of the rock and the golden reflections of pyrite.
The serpentinite is known for its calming and regenerating properties, while pyrite is associated with protection and positive energy.
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 TranslateThe serpentine stands out for its fascinating deep green and golden hues, enhanced by delicate veins and pyrite inclusions, which give a sparkling and metallic touch to its smooth and luminous surface.
Serpentine is the result of a long geological process known as serpentinization, during which ultramafic rocks (such as peridotites) are transformed by the presence of water-rich fluids and minerals, typical of subduction zones and ocean ridges. This transformation creates the distinctive green coloration and the characteristic fibrous or lamellar structure of the mineral.
The inclusions of pyrite, recognizable by their golden color and metallic texture, form when iron and sulfur present in hydrothermal fluids crystallize within the serpentinic matrix, creating a striking contrast between the green of the rock and the golden reflections of pyrite.
The serpentinite is known for its calming and regenerating properties, while pyrite is associated with protection and positive energy.
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
Peruvian serpentine with pyrite – polished natural stone.
Weight
2019 g
Country of Origin
Peru
Height
140 mm
Width
140 mm
Depth
80 mm
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