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A Polished Black and White Banded Agate Crescent Carving

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Start price: £20

Estimated price: £20

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Description

A carved and polished mineral specimen of banded agate, featuring high-contrast black and white concentric banding surrounding a central vug containing a druzy quartz crystalline formation. The specimen is shaped into a stylized crescent or moon form with a smooth, glossy finish. This variety of agate is frequently referred to in the trade as tuxedo agate due to its monochromatic colour palette. The piece exhibits a small area of the natural, unpolished tan-coloured matrix on one edge.

Width: 10.2 cm

Height: 7.6 cm.


Condition report:

Good overall condition with a high-gloss polish. A natural vertical fissure or internal fracture line is visible through the body of the stone. A small area of rough natural matrix is present on the lower edge. No significant chips or surface losses are evident.