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Lot 1272
Giant Amethyst Stalactite
27 May 2010, 13:00 EDT
New YorkUS$4,000 - US$5,000
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Brazil
This extraordinarily large amethyst stalactite specimen originates from one of the largest Brazilian amethyst geodes ever discovered. Sparkling with innumerable, exquisite deep purple crystals, it would serve equally well as a distinctive cabinet specimen or an eye-catching decorative accent for home or office. Geodes are formed within gas bubbles produced in lava flows during prehistoric volcanic activity. Over millions of years, mineral-laden water seeped into the cracks of these voids creating spectacular crystals, the exact color of which depends upon pressure and temperature variables. Offered on a custom wooden stand, specimen measures 8 1/2 x 6 x 5in.
This extraordinarily large amethyst stalactite specimen originates from one of the largest Brazilian amethyst geodes ever discovered. Sparkling with innumerable, exquisite deep purple crystals, it would serve equally well as a distinctive cabinet specimen or an eye-catching decorative accent for home or office. Geodes are formed within gas bubbles produced in lava flows during prehistoric volcanic activity. Over millions of years, mineral-laden water seeped into the cracks of these voids creating spectacular crystals, the exact color of which depends upon pressure and temperature variables. Offered on a custom wooden stand, specimen measures 8 1/2 x 6 x 5in.

