Skip to main content

This auction has ended. View lot details

You may also be interested in

Own a similar item?

Submit your item online for a free auction estimate.

Lot 8331

Staurolite Pendant

4 December 2005, 11:00 PST
Los Angeles

Sold for US$164.50 inc. premium

Own a similar item?

Submit your item online for a free auction estimate.

How to sell

Looking for a similar item?

Our Natural History specialists can help you find a similar item at an auction or via a private sale.

Find your local specialist

Staurolite Pendant

Russia
Staurolite is memorable for its twinned crystals that form into the shape of a cross. The name is derived the Greek for cross. The twin is a classic penetration twin where it appears as if two crystals grew into and out of each other. It actually forms in one of two types; one that is nearly 90 degrees, which is more sought-after, and one that is nearly 60 degrees, which is more common. Associated with Christianity as a symbol for the cross it has also been used as an amulet for centuries and has been given the name "Fairy Stone" or Fairy Cross". The crystals in this cross pendant exhibit a perfect 90 angle to each other, and both stand out in high relief against the matrix. Bezel-set in a hand-fabricated mount with a filigree bail made by a Russian silversmith. Height 1 in.

Additional information

Bid now on these items