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93 - Set of four large fulgurites. ‘Petrified lightning’.
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Estimate €60 - €120

Description

Set of four large fulgurites. ‘Petrified lightning’. Amorphous natural silica (Lechatelierite). Max. length 12 cm. Total weight approx. 35 g. Natural cylindrical tubes formed by the impact of lightning on desert sand. Highly sought-after in lithotherapy: it is believed that holding these ‘lightning stones’ in one’s hand helps to discharge the excess static electricity accumulated during the day. Sahara.

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About the sale DIJON- CABINET DE CURIOSITES #13 (Archaeology. Asian art. Minerals. Fossils. Meteorites. High period. Curiosities)

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Auction time 09/14/2026 at 2:00 PM

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93 - Set of four large fulgurites. ‘Petrified lightning’. See original version (French)

93 - Set of four large fulgurites. ‘Petrified lightning’.
See original version (French)