large Kaolinite ps. Agate (RARE Brazil! - 1960s)

Item Description

Remarkable and RARE large old pseudomorph from this well-known agate geode producing district in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Kaolinite has replaced the striking, triangular, two-sided agate geode with stunning, dense, sculptural banding. The striking vug in the core of one side is lined with sparkly, oxide-tinted, remnant druzy quartz, which adds much character and color. The circular feature in the middle of the piece and the very vuggy top of the specimen add more panache. 1614 grams or 3.6 pounds mass. The Salto do Jacui area is well-known as a major source of agate in the form of geodes from Brazil (MINDAT). UNIQUE old-time material from a limited mid-1960s finds. Value of such pseudomorph rarity??? A MUST for the pseudomorph, quartz, agate or locality collector!