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Natural White Aragonite Specimen

Stock No

33804

Member since
2019
  • £1,445.00
  • €1,686 Euro
  • $1,923 US Dollar

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Item Description

An impressive natural white aragonite specimen sourced from an ex historic UK private collection.

Originating from Madagascar, Aragonite, or cave calcite, is often referred to as cave popcorn thanks to its repeating sphere like crystals and neutral tone.

Formations occur as stalactites and stalagmites within caves, mines, and moist areas that are rich in limestone.

This striking and unusual specimen comes with an exclusive neoclassical style painted plaster plinth as pictured, making a striking feature of a collector’s cabinet.

Additional information

Comes with an exclusive large custom-made display plinth as pictured – ø25.5 x H9.5 cm

Additional dimensions

Diameter of base: Height 10cm x 25.5cm

Specimen only: 27 x 27 x 17cm. Weight 9.1kg.

CONDITION REPORT

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.

Item Info

Seller

UK HERITAGE

Seller Location

Herefordshire, Worcestershire

Item Dimensions

H: 17cm W: 25cm D: 25cm

Period

Prehistoric

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Herefordshire, Worcestershire

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)1981 541155

+44 (0)778 6916288

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