L234 Crystal 18th century distressed painted candlestick

18th century distressed painted candlestick base with coordinating fossil agate coral and fossil shells sitting on three sea biscuit feet

a process that can take millions of years

18th century Italian wood chalice decorated with calcite crystals in sphalerite on a lucite base

11" wide x 7" deep x 10" high

these hand-woven Aubusson designs showcased great diversity in themes

L234 Crystal 18th century distressed painted candlestick18th century Italian station of the cross with calcite crystals in matrix and a natural forming baroque pearl. The rare calcite crystal formation comes from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee. It is an example of the world's finest crystallized calcite. With the unusual formation of sphalerite, it is unequaled by those from any other part of the world (referenced from the "American Mineral Treasure" book, pg. 337). Size: 4. 5" high x 3. 5" wide x 2" deep