History of Science & Technology, Including Fossils, Minerals, & Meteorites

History of Science & Technology, Including Fossils, Minerals, & Meteorites

View full screen - View 1 of Lot 26. A Large Sphere Of Chrysocholla And Malachite.

A Large Sphere Of Chrysocholla And Malachite

Lot Closed

April 28, 06:26 PM GMT

Estimate

4,000 - 6,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

A Large Sphere of Chrysocholla with Malachite and Azurite

Material source unknown


A 7 1/2 inch sphere of chrysocolla with malachite and azurite, on wood base. 


A large and beautifully polished sphere, with deep blues and greens offset by earth-colored patches, making this sphere closely resemble our own planet. 

Acquired by the current collection in 2003.
(C) 2025 Sotheby's
All alcoholic beverage sales in New York are made solely by Sotheby's Wine (NEW L1046028)