Stock No. 34942

Collection of Varied Desert Rose Specimens

Name: Collection of Varied Desert Rose Specimens
SKU: 34942
Price: 1875.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

A varied collection of 5 desert rose specimens, each presented on an exclusive small display base to create a display worthy of a museum. Desert rose, also known as satin spar, selenite or gypsum flower, are four crystal structure varieties of the mineral gypsum. Selenite specimens are found around the world, from the deserts of…

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Dimensions

Depth: 12cm4.72in

Width: 13cm5.12in

Height: 19cm7.48in

Weight: 4.5kg9.92lbs

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Condition Report

Naturally made, prehistoric specimens formed by nature over thousands of years. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Date of Manufacture

Prehistoric

Maker

Natural

Material

Desert rose

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About this piece

A varied collection of 5 desert rose specimens, each presented on an exclusive small display base to create a display worthy of a museum.

Desert rose, also known as satin spar, selenite or gypsum flower, are four crystal structure varieties of the mineral gypsum.

Selenite specimens are found around the world, from the deserts of Mexico to the Sahara desert. Some are even found in the USA in shallow basins.

Additional Dimensions

Largest specimen (excluding base): 12.5 x 13 x 12 cm

Comes with 5 exclusive small custom-made display plinths: ø10.5 x H6.5 cm

Weight specimens only: 2kg