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AGATE WITH AMETHYST SLICE
Brazil
92cm x 51.5cm x 19.5cm (36.2 inches x 20.3 inches x 7.7 inches) including stand. Slice thickness: 3.5cm (1.4in)
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This breathtaking specimen presents a complete cross-section through a massive Agate nodule , its hollow centre transformed into a crystalline window framed by concentric bands of extraordinary precision and a delicate ring of pale Amethyst druzy.
The banding displayed here represents Agate at its most refined with dozens of precisely defined concentric rings reading from the rough exterior inward through gradations of steel grey, slate blue, soft white, and warm caramel. Each band records a distinct episode of silica deposition, the microcrystalline Quartz precipitating from mineral-laden groundwater in rhythmic pulses over millions of years. The clarity of definition between layers, the consistency of band width, and the undulating geometry that follows the original cavity's contours combine to create a natural composition of remarkable graphic power.
The innermost zone transitions from polished Agate to sparkling Amethyst druzy. This violet colouration results from iron impurities and natural radiation within the host Basalt of Brazil's Paraná Basin, the same 130-million-year-old flood Basalts that yield the country's celebrated Amethyst cathedrals. The hollow centre allows light to pass through the specimen, illuminating the banding from within and transforming the slice into a luminous geological frame.
The razor-thin profile visible from the side demonstrates the precision cutting required to prepare slices of this scale while preserving structural integrity.
Mounted on a bespoke, stand, this piece commands significant presence.
AGATE
Agate in all its colours is a strong grounding stone, encouraging stability, strength, and personal power.
It assists one to remain balanced and grounded in all situations, allowing one to assess situations without one’s emotions getting in the way and encouraging one to be in one’s power to make the right decisions.
It also helps one to awaken and discover one’s inherent natural talents which everyone has been gifted with and to believe in oneself.
Agate is a powerful ally to have as one navigates one’s journey through this lifetime.
AMETHYST
Amethyst is believed to create an energetic barrier that deflects harmful influences and negative energies from your surroundings. This protective quality manifests as a sensation of being enveloped in a bubble light, fostering a sense of safety and spiritual sanctuary.
Amethyst strengthens your inner resolve and fortitude, empowering you to face challenges with greater confidence. Its clarifying properties help dissolve mental fog and confusion, promoting clear thinking and enhanced focus.
As a catalyst for spiritual development, Amethyst opens pathways to higher consciousness and deeper understanding, facilitating personal transformation and expanded awareness of metaphysical realms.
Description
This breathtaking specimen presents a complete cross-section through a massive Agate nodule , its hollow centre transformed into a crystalline window framed by concentric bands of extraordinary precision and a delicate ring of pale Amethyst druzy.
The banding displayed here represents Agate at its most refined with dozens of precisely defined concentric rings reading from the rough exterior inward through gradations of steel grey, slate blue, soft white, and warm caramel. Each band records a distinct episode of silica deposition, the microcrystalline Quartz precipitating from mineral-laden groundwater in rhythmic pulses over millions of years. The clarity of definition between layers, the consistency of band width, and the undulating geometry that follows the original cavity's contours combine to create a natural composition of remarkable graphic power.
The innermost zone transitions from polished Agate to sparkling Amethyst druzy. This violet colouration results from iron impurities and natural radiation within the host Basalt of Brazil's Paraná Basin, the same 130-million-year-old flood Basalts that yield the country's celebrated Amethyst cathedrals. The hollow centre allows light to pass through the specimen, illuminating the banding from within and transforming the slice into a luminous geological frame.
The razor-thin profile visible from the side demonstrates the precision cutting required to prepare slices of this scale while preserving structural integrity.
Mounted on a bespoke, stand, this piece commands significant presence.
Metaphysical
AGATE
Agate in all its colours is a strong grounding stone, encouraging stability, strength, and personal power.
It assists one to remain balanced and grounded in all situations, allowing one to assess situations without one’s emotions getting in the way and encouraging one to be in one’s power to make the right decisions.
It also helps one to awaken and discover one’s inherent natural talents which everyone has been gifted with and to believe in oneself.
Agate is a powerful ally to have as one navigates one’s journey through this lifetime.
AMETHYST
Amethyst is believed to create an energetic barrier that deflects harmful influences and negative energies from your surroundings. This protective quality manifests as a sensation of being enveloped in a bubble light, fostering a sense of safety and spiritual sanctuary.
Amethyst strengthens your inner resolve and fortitude, empowering you to face challenges with greater confidence. Its clarifying properties help dissolve mental fog and confusion, promoting clear thinking and enhanced focus.
As a catalyst for spiritual development, Amethyst opens pathways to higher consciousness and deeper understanding, facilitating personal transformation and expanded awareness of metaphysical realms.