Collection of Amethyst, Celestite & Limonite Quartz Specimens

About the Item

A beautiful collection of three large cabinet mineral specimens including amethyst, blue celestite and limonite quartz presented on our medium painted plaster bases. Together, these specimens form a vibrant collection for display, showcasing beautiful colours and shapes formed by nature over millions of years. More details on the individual specimens below: A: Limonite Quartz plate specimen from Solwezi, Zambia The golden orange-yellow colour of this spectacular crystal specimen is intense and vibrant. In rare instances, limonite occurs alongside quartz, creating striking specimens with a permanent colour. These specimens are found in complex vug-like chambers in a host matrix. B: Amethyst Vug Geode from Mumbwe, Zambia A complex vug amethyst specimen with lots of large crystals and a variable intensity of purple colour throughout. Sourced from Mumbwe, Kolomo region, Zambia. C: Blue Celestite specimen from Sakoany, Madagascar. Named for its delicate pale sky-blue colour, blue celestite minerals from Madagascar are considered some of the finest. It is said that the Sakoany deposits of Madagascan celestite were first discovered by a cattle herder who found crystals on the shore of the bay. Amethyst – H19 x W31.5 x D14 cm (H7.48 x W12.40 x D5.51 in) - 6.09kg Limonite Quartz – H13.5 x W32 x D15.5 cm (H5.31 x W12.59 x D6.10 in) - 2.47 kg Celestite - H20.5 x W14.5 x D12 cm (H8.07 x W5.70 x D4.72 in) - 5.74 kg Comes with 3 exclusive custom-made medium display plinths: ø17 x H6.5 cm (ø6.69 x H2.55 in)

Dimensions:

Height: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Width: 12.6 in (32 cm)Depth: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Precious Stone,Rock Crystal

Place of Origin:

Zambia

Period:

15th Century and Earlier

Date of Manufacture:

Prehistoric

Condition:

These are naturally made, prehistoric specimens formed by nature over millions of years. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen. Brass letters not included.

Seller Location:

Wormelow, GB

Reference Number:

Seller: 9335741stDibs: LU2096337206952

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