Pair of Natural Agate Geode (Joud) Halves on a Dedicated Metal Display Stand
A matching pair of agate geode (joud) halves, quarried and cut from the same original volcanic rock.
Presumably Brazil.
The precise cut reveals a striking "mirror" symmetry (often referred to in design as "butterfly wings" or "angel wings"), displaying the inner layers that crystallized over millions of years.
The piece presents an exceptional combination of textures: the exterior — a wild, raw, and rough rock shell preserving the natural appearance of the geode.
The edges and layers — beautifully polished bands of chalcedony and agate in earth-brown, cream, white, and translucent gray tones.
The crystal center (the cave) — a rich, open core covered in sparkling, lustrous druzy quartz (Druzy Quartz) that captures light in an extraordinary manner, creating the effect of a miniature cave of stalactites.
Both halves are professionally and elegantly displayed on a blackened metal stand of minimalist design.
The stand elevates the crystals, maintains their stability, and allows them to serve as an impressive ambient sculpture with a luxurious presence.
In the tradition of healing and crystals, agate is known as a stone said to promote stability, harmony, protection, and energetic balance in the home.
Raw rock reverse.
Height: 16 cm (crystal itself: 12 cm).
642 g.
In very good condition; crystals intact, with no fractures or artificial adhesions; stand completely stable.
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A matching pair of agate geode (joud) halves, quarried and cut from the same original volcanic rock.
Presumably Brazil.
The precise cut reveals a striking "mirror" symmetry (often referred to in design as "butterfly wings" or "angel wings"), displaying the inner layers that crystallized over millions of years.
The piece presents an exceptional combination of textures: the exterior — a wild, raw, and rough rock shell preserving the natural appearance of the geode.
The edges and layers — beautifully polished bands of chalcedony and agate in earth-brown, cream, white, and translucent gray tones.
The crystal center (the cave) — a rich, open core covered in sparkling, lustrous druzy quartz (Druzy Quartz) that captures light in an extraordinary manner, creating the effect of a miniature cave of stalactites.
Both halves are professionally and elegantly displayed on a blackened metal stand of minimalist design.
The stand elevates the crystals, maintains their stability, and allows them to serve as an impressive ambient sculpture with a luxurious presence.
In the tradition of healing and crystals, agate is known as a stone said to promote stability, harmony, protection, and energetic balance in the home.
Raw rock reverse.
Height: 16 cm (crystal itself: 12 cm).
642 g.
In very good condition; crystals intact, with no fractures or artificial adhesions; stand completely stable.