Rare natural sphere of sphalerite

This extraordinary sphere made of sphalerite, galena, wurtzite, and marcasite comes from the famous Olkusz mining district in Poland and fascinatingly combines metallic luster, complex structures, and earthy color play. The perfectly polished surface reveals an impressive interplay of golden-yellow, silvery, and deep black tones, interwoven with fine lines and contrasts that look almost graphic. The variety of minerals contained makes this sphere a true treasure for collectors and lovers of rare rock formations. The metallic luster of the galena and the distinctive zones of sphalerite and marcasite create an almost hypnotic depth—each turn reveals new facets and structures that resemble a geological work of art. With its powerful presence, this sphere is suitable not only as an exclusive display piece but also as a special object for geological studies or as a striking focal point with character. Its origin from the traditional mining region of Olkusz underscores the rarity and authenticity of this find. A true one-of-a-kind with a history—unearthed raw from the earth, artfully shaped, and ready to enrich any collection with depth and uniqueness. Stone: Extremely Rare AAA+++ Sphalerite, Galena, Wurtzite, Marcasite Sphere from Poland, Olkusz Weight: 413.22 g Size: 55mm Treatment: None Origin: Poland, Olkusz Our shipping costs have been checked and approved by Catawiki. We have an external shipping company that handles the final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipping; this is how these shipping costs are determined. The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc. See also our other listings and shipping costs; savings on pickup costs are available. In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone. In some stones we have placed lighting under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color variations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and mobile device can display colors with different qualities. The disclaimer about the healing properties as previously given : It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes, which have no scientific evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.

Stima:€350

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