Rock Crystal Sculptures

Artigas is known for amethysts of the darkest and richest hues of purple. Lustrous and richly-toned, they are instantly recognizable and not uncommon in the mineral market. What sets...

Rare Blue and White Agate Heart with White Galaxy Druzy ▫️ Description Cut and polished into a heart to highlight its natural pattern, this Blue Lace Agate piece features sharply d...

Genuine Natural Golden Honey Citrine Quartz Point – Araçuaí, Brazil (Unheated) ▫️ Description Bright, clean, and full of naturally formed rainbows, this genuine natural citrine qua...

Pair of 18th century Italian dancing angels with coordinating baroque pearls on aragonite crystal clusters. The dancing angels are hand-carved wood, polychromed and gilded, original...

Rare XL Amethyst Sphere with Grape Jelly Purple Crystals – Stunning Natural Statement Piece ▫️ Description This extraordinary, rare X-Large Amethyst Sphere beautifully showcases th...

AAA-Grade Madeira Citrine Geode: The Rarest Citrine in a Perfect Aesthetic Geode Description: With its deep orange hue, this large citrine geode features thousands of sparkly Madeir...

Citrine Cluster with Stalactite Flower Rosettes, Sparkly Golden-Orange Druzy & Calcite ▫️ Description ▫️ Bringing together rare stalactite flower rosettes, bright golden-orange cit...

Madeira Citrine Crystal Cluster with Deep Orange Druzy, Gemmy Points & Self-Standing Cut Base ▫️ Description ▫️ With its rich Madeira color, strong aesthetics, and distinctive crys...

Diamantina Lemurian Quartz Merkaba Star (12-Sided) – Hand-Carved Clear Quartz ▫️ Description This is a special Lemurian Merkaba carved from a single piece of clear quartz from Diam...

Blue Rhodonite Quartz Crystal Flame Sculpture ▫️Description With its gorgeous aesthetics with its delicate lines created by expert craftsmanship, this exquisite Blue Rhodonite Quar...

Pair of 17th century Italian hand-beaded flower bouquets in Italian 17th century Italian vases and adorned with silver leaf shells, faden crystals, and selenite.  The hand-beaded fl...

A beautiful Amethyst geode from Uruguay featuring intensely coloured deep purple crystals surrounding a striking white Calcite crystal. The rich colour and sparkling crystal faces cr...

Large naturally formed black obsidian on a black base. Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed when lava extruded from a volcano cools rapidly with minimal crystal g...

Amethyst Coffee Table with Sparkly Purple Druzy on Handmade Base ▫️ Description ▫️ An amethyst crystal table made to be the centerpiece of your space, combining a handmade metal ba...

This vibrant sulfur specimen from Bolivia glows with an intense, electric yellow hue. Its naturally lustrous crystal surfaces reflect the light beautifully, enhancing the vivid color...

Rare Citrine Obelisk Tower (Unheated) – Smoky Champagne to Honey-Gold ▫️ Description This unheated natural Citrine obelisk stands out for its smoky-champagne to honey-gold color an...

Genuine High-Grade Double Terminated Golden Orange Citrine – An Extra-Large Natural Beauty ▫️ Description With gorgeous aesthetics that combine a world-class golden-orange color wi...

This Septarian "Egg" Geode is shaped by deep time and reveals a dramatic interior of crystalline textures and geometric patterning. This septarian nodule has been expertly polished i...

From Shanhua Pu Mine, Xianghualing, Hunan Province, China Lustrous transparent green cubic fluorite crystals covered with colorless calcite crystals. The fluorite crystals are trans...

Deep Orange AAA Madeira Citrine Cluster on Custom Stand ▫️ Description ▫️ With its deep orange Madeira tone and naturally sculptural formation, this AAA citrine cluster stands out ...

Sculptural 17th century hand-carved Florence Fragment mounted with a fossil shell with barnacles and adorned with crystals. This fragment is from a church in Florence. It was found ...

A Brazilian Geode Cathedral with prettier Violet Purple Amethyst Druzy and a Sky-Blue Lace Agate Frame ▫️ Description The best amethyst color is one that is neither too dark—making...

18th century Italian sunray adorned with tangerine crystal quartz points on an angle plated quartz. Angle-plated quartz is an extremely rare form of quartz and is only found in the u...

With Rare Madeira Orange Druzy, a Premium Display Geode Cathedral ▫️ Description ▫️ With its spectacular color—known as Madeira Citrine for its resemblance to Madeira wine—this cit...

A spectacular specimen featuring brilliant golden pyrite cubes perfectly embedded in a natural limestone matrix. The mirror-like faces and sharp geometry of the crystals create a str...

Collector's Blue Lace Agate Geode: A Harmonious Agate with Rare Formation, Bold White and Blue Laces, and a Calcite Flower Inclusion ▫️ Description An artwork crafted by nature, th...

CLEARANCE SALE Golden, White, & Red Druzy Crystal Geode Natural Specimen. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This beauti...

Pink Amethyst Heart with Rose Galaxy Amethyst Druzy ▫️ Description This Pink Amethyst Heart is a stunning piece, showcasing a vibrant and sparkling display of Amethyst micro-crysta...

Ruler Selenite with an 18th century Italian gold leaf fragment molding and natural forming baroque pearls on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic se...

Super Rare Chuveirinho Amethyst Geode with Micro Stalactites and Sugar Druzy (Chalcedony-Coated) ▫️ Description Exceptionally rare, this Chuveirinho Amethyst is defined by its deli...

High-Grade Quartz Crystal Sphere with Multiple Internal Rainbows – All-Natural from Diamantina, Brazil ▫️ Description This is a very special natural Quartz Crystal Sphere, combinin...

Pair of AAA-Grade Golden Orange Citrine Cathedrals: An Aesthetical Masterpiece Description: With their beautiful golden-orange hue, this large, tall pair of citrine geodes features ...

Large, Super High-Grade Natural Diamantina Lemurian Crystal ▫️ Description Spotless, with beautiful aesthetics, large in size, and with the gorgeous crystallized quartz, this is a ...

Rare Pair of Agate Geodes with Snowball Botryoidal Quartz & Sparkling Druzy ▫️ Description Exceptionally rare, this natural pair of Agate Geodes is defined by dense snowball-like b...

Water-Clear Quartz Crystal Sphere with Natural Rainbows – AAA Rainbow Generator from Diamantina, Brazil ▫️ Description This exceptional natural Quartz Crystal Sphere displays near-...

Water-Clear Quartz “Rainbow Generator” Freeform Sculpture from Diamantina, Brazil ▫️ Description ▫️ Hand-cut from a natural piece of high-grade clear quartz, this freeform sculptur...

Water-Clear Quartz Freeform Sculpture from Diamantina, Brazil ▫️ Description ▫️ Hand-cut from a natural piece of high-grade clear lemurian quar...

Hand-Faceted AAA-Grade Water-Clear Quartz Flame, Self-Standing Crystal Sculpture ▫️ Description ▫️ Starting from a natural piece of top-quality clear quartz, our artisan shaped and...

AAA-Grade Water-Clear Quartz Flame, Hand-Faceted Self-Standing Crystal Sculpture ▫️ Description ▫️ Starting from a compact piece of exceptionally clear quartz, our artisan shaped a...

Hand-Faceted Water-Clear Quartz Flame, Self-Standing Crystal Sculpture ▫️ Description ▫️ Starting from a natural piece of water-clear quartz, our artisan shaped and polished multip...

Hand-Faceted Water-Clear Quartz Flame, Self-Standing Crystal Sculpture ▫️ Description ▫️ Starting from a natural piece of clear quartz, our artisan shaped and polished multiple geo...

Madeira Citrine Crystal Cluster with Deep Orange Gemmy Points, Self-Standing ▫️ Description ▫️ With its rich Madeira color, strong aesthetics, and distinctive crystal formation, th...

Madeira Citrine Crystal Cluster with Deep Orange Druzy, Gemmy Points & Self-Standing Cut Base ▫️ Description ▫️ With its rich Madeira color, strong aesthetics, and distinctive crys...

Small Pair of Blue Lace Agate Geodes with Baby Blue Amethyst Druzy, Botryoidal Formations & Goethite Inclusions ▫️ Description Small in size but exceptionally rich in detail, this ...

Collector-Grade Madeira Citrine Cluster with Calcite and Quartz Overgrowth on Stalactitic Quartz ▫️ Description ▫️ A rare specimen combining exceptional aesthetics with a one-of-a...

Madeira Citrine Crystal Cluster with Large Sculptural Calcite & Sparkly Galaxy Druzy ▫️ Description ▫️ Bringing together deep Madeira-orange citrine points, a large sculptural calc...

Natural Landscape Point (Lodolite) of AAA-Grade Crystal Quality ▫️ Description A natural work of art, this white and cream-toned Lodolite point features rare scenic inclusions that...

Amethyst Geode Portal with Natural Amethyst Bridge and Golden Goethite Inclusions – Statement Piece for Luxury Décor or Mineral Collection ▫️ Description A rare and exceptional Ame...

This large collector‑grade pyramidic pyrite cluster from Peru immediately commands attention. The pyramidic structure of the pyrite elevates this specimen’s value and collectability....

A striking pair of hand-carved rock crystal obelisks, each measuring 12 inches in height and raised on a stepped architectural base. Cut and polished from substantial pieces of natur...

Large Geode Wings with Shiny Purple Amethyst Druzy ▫️ Description A pair of Amethyst Geode Wings with a striking butterfly formation, these specimens bring together several rare an...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Obsidian & Lapis Horse An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt rock-crystal, obsidian and lapis lazuli jeweled sculpture "Bucéphale, Chevaux de légende", "Bucephalus, A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1998. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock crystal slab is finely applied with a lapis lazuli half-horse with harness mounted in 18k gold and brilliant cut diamonds, between two crystal and lapis lazuli columns adorned with gold and diamonds, insert with 7 ruby cabochons and 1 emerald cabochon, the obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5029 DIV Bucephalus (c355-326 BC) is among the most famous horses in history, and it was said that this he could not be tamed. The young Alexander the Great, of course, tamed him – and went on to ride his beloved equine companion for many years and into many battles. The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10" high x 9" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

Geode from the Keokuk, Iowa area containing a variety of minerals with a quartz druzy interior. It took around 240 million years to create the beautiful quartz crystals covering the interior walls of the Keokuk geode...

A Natural Masterpiece: Natural Deep Honey-Gold Citrine ▫️ Description Bringing a gorgeous color tone and beautiful aesthetics, this high-grade citrine crystal specimen showcases a...

Elegant Atlantic trumpet sea shell professionally mounted on a natural coral base, artistically hand embedded with citrine crystal quartz pieces that make a beautiful object of art f...

Natural Amethyst Crystal Sphere with Sculptural Elestial Points ▫️ Description This Amethyst sphere stands out for its deep purple color and the way the crystals naturally grow inw...

Monumental Rock Crystal Quartz Stalagmite on Carved Silver Leaf Base, in the Style of Serge Roche France, Circa 1960 Two Pieces: The Rock Crystal Quartz Stalagmite and the Carved Sil...

Amethyst Geode Portal with Superb AAA-Grade Purple Crystals – Statement Piece for Luxury Décor or Fine Mineral Collections ▫️ Description A superb Amethyst Geode Portal, this natur...

A rare sculptural quartz geode in matrix with a natural formed crystal and baroque pearl. This specimen is from the Appalachian region of North Carolina. This was dug by hand and in...

Super Rare Chuveirinho Amethyst Geode with Micro Stalactites and Sugar Druzy (Chalcedony-Coated) ▫️ Description Exceptionally rare, this Chuveirinho Amethyst is defined by its deli...