Agate Specimen

Agate Specimen

Collection CK10 SKU: 600
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Agate Specimen | Works of Art — Gemstones

A striking example of natural elegance, this agate specimen dates from the modern period and embodies the timeless appeal of gemstones as decorative works of art. The piece highlights Brazil’s renowned geology, celebrated for producing some of the world’s most beautiful and intricate agate forms.

Origin: Brazil
Date: Contemporary
Material: Polished agate, mounted on a bespoke metal stand
Dimensions: Height: 22 cm (8.5 in), Width: 33 cm (13 in), Depth: 6 cm (2.5 in)
Condition: Excellent presentation, no visible flaws

This agate specimen stands as a testament to nature’s artistry, its undulating crystalline bands and unique inclusions recalling prized examples found in both private collections and notable museum displays. The contemporary mounting offers a nod to museum standards, ensuring the gemstone slice is shown to maximum effect while remaining secure and easily displayed in a modern interior. Specimens such as this are highly sought after for their vibrant translucency and arresting internal structures, echoing historic fascination with semi-precious stone objects throughout the ages.

Notable Features:

  • Superb craftsmanship evident in the careful polishing and the precision of the pierced centre, which reveals the stone’s inner crystalline architecture
  • Distinguished by translucent banding and dramatic circular dark inclusions along the edge, enhancing its visual interest and rarity
  • Mounted on a custom-made metal stand, designed to both protect and highlight the agate’s natural qualities
  • Exemplifies the contemporary appreciation for natural stones used as decorative objects, bridging geological interest with artistic merit

Collectors will appreciate the rarity and scale of this agate specimen, along with its striking patterns and the dramatic visual contrast offered by the inclusions. Its bespoke stand ensures both safe handling and optimal display, making it ideally suited for a mantelpiece, desk, or as a focal point within a wider collection of gemstones. Whether for personal delight or as a statement work of art in the home or office, this Brazilian agate offers both aesthetic appeal and investment value, making it a highly desirable addition to any serious gemstone or works of art collection.

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