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Natural Botryoidal Chrysocolla Specimen
$2,515.36
£1,795
€2,133.50
CA$3,423.65
A$3,829.57
CHF 1,992.93
MX$47,143.33
NOK 25,354.22
SEK 23,787.26
DKK 15,918.06
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A naturally occurring blue-green botryoidal chrysocolla mineral specimen, originating from Kalukuluku in Congo and presented on one of our exclusive painted plaster display plinths. Defined by its vibrant colour, chrysocolla forms as crusts where copper minerals have been transformed by water. It is found in various forms including botryoidal specimens on a matrix like this one, characterised by its bulbous cauliflower-like clusters.
It’s vibrant shades of blue make chrysocolla a truly unusual and stunning piece, standing out as a bright and eye-catching feature of a collector’s cabinet.
Specimen only, ex. stand: H21 x W29 x D11 cm, 7.6kg. Comes with an exclusive large custom-made display plinth – ø25.5 x H 9.5 cm
- Dimensions:Height: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Width: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Prehistoric
- Condition:This is a naturally made, prehistoric specimen 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.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 9338721stDibs: LU2096339912552
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