RARE DIAMOND QUARTZ on WHITE CARRARA MARBLE

From our selection of collectible minerals, we offer a rare Diamond Quartz on matrix from Carrara, Tuscany. Moreover, it is characterized by a perfectly clear biterminated crystal, paired with a small satellite crystal, both resting on a pristine matrix of white Carrara marble, features that enhance its aesthetic value and mineralogical significance. The specimen stands out for the quality of crystallization and for the overall aesthetic balance, with characteristics that enhance its natural structure and visual impact. Carrara marble, exploited since Roman times for sculpture and architecture, is a metamorphic rock formed by the recrystallization of Jurassic limestones subjected to high pressures and temperatures during the Apennine orogeny. Within the cavities of this rock, occasionally small perfectly transparent and doubly terminated quartz crystals form, known among collectors as 'diamond quartz' for their brilliance, analogous in habit to the famous American Herkimer Diamonds. The association between quartz and white marble is a rare and sought-after find in the collecting market. This is an ideal specimen for mineral collections, display, and for those who appreciate the natural beauty of minerals, also in the context of crystal therapy and lithotherapy, according to the properties traditionally associated with the mineral species. All minerals are 100% natural and untreated, with rare exceptions always indicated in the description. Photographs are taken with professional lighting to best enhance colors and details; however, slight tonal variations may occur depending on the device or ambient light. Shipping is carried out via reliable and carefully selected express couriers, with fast delivery (in many cases 1-2 working days in Europe), trackable and insured shipping and professional and safe packing, as confirmed by customer reviews. Deliveries can also take place the day after payment depending on the destination. It is possible to accumulate multiple purchases and receive them in a single shipment, even from auctions with different deadlines, simply by contacting us to arrange the consolidation. For important pieces, direct home delivery or delivery at major European fairs by appointment is also available. Remember that you can see all the pieces up for auction at the following link: www.catawiki.com/it/u/16653967 Follow us also on live auctions every Monday and Friday at 20:55! If you would like to view videos, request additional information, or satisfy some curiosities about the pieces in the special CataWiki auctions, do not hesitate to contact us. You can find other contacts here: www.italmineral.com/pages/contact

Stima:€500

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