Bring your auction to collectors worldwide!
Get listed nowBy subscribing, you are agreeing to the privacy policy. Unsubscribe anytime.
Barnebys HQ
Brahegatan 10
BOX 5038
114 37 Stockholm
All auctions / Ethnographic / Exquisite agate
Intense purple botryoidal chalcedony, Indonesia — This Grapes Agate (Grape Agate) specimen is a true masterpiece of nature, characterized by delicate botryoidal formations that resemble a cluster of grapes. Its deep purple coloration, ranging from lavender to deep mauve, is exceptionally vivid and catches the eye with a velvet-like radiance. Each tiny sphere is intact and densely grouped, creating an fascinating texture and a stage presence of great impact. The mineral, scientifically known as botryoidal chalcedony, forms through a geological process in which silica deposits in concentric layers, creating these characteristic spherical shapes. Found exclusively in remote localities of Indonesia, particularly on Sulawesi Island, Grapes Agate is a mineral of relatively recent discovery, which adds to its allure and desirability among collectors worldwide. This particular specimen stands out for its notable size and excellent crystal quality, testifying to the unspoiled beauty of natural formations. Elegantly mounted on a black wooden base, equipped with a steel grip designed to enhance its beauty without distraction, the piece is ready to be displayed and admired. The contrast between the mineral’s vibrant purple and the base’s darkness creates a visual harmony that makes it suitable for any setting, from the most modern to the most classical. It is a piece that not only enriches a collection but also becomes a focal decorative point and a catalyst for conversation. This mineral is not merely an object of beauty, but also a fragment of the planet’s geological history, a reminder of ongoing activity and nature’s extraordinary ability to create art. An extraordinary addition for any collector of precious minerals, a museum piece, or a decorative element for those who appreciate the elegance and wonder of natural creations. Any minor irregularities, cavities, or color variations are an integral part of the mineral’s natural formation and should not be considered defects. Its condition is completely natural, with no treatments or restorations that would alter its intrinsic beauty. Final technical data: Name: Grapes Agate (Grape Agate) Classification: Botryoidal chalcedony Provenance: Sulawesi Island, Indonesia Material: Chalcedony (Silica) Work: Mounted on a black wooden base with a steel grip Dimensions: 240 x 175 x 145 mm (approx., mineral on base included) Weight: 2661 grams (mineral on base included) Condition: Natural Lot code: RUA-751 BMG-01
Estimate:$2,251.86
To the auctionView all items fromCatawikiorEthnographic
Estimate:
$2,251.86
OCT 17 | 10:00 PM
Bring your auction to collectors worldwide!
Get listed now$10.06
Two gilded bronze Singha temple lions, Thailand, first half of the 20th century
10/07/2026
$246.68
Est: $226.53
