Batu Manakarra Mine, Mamuju, West Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Quick Highlights
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Size/Dimensions: 12.2 x 7.5 x 3 inches (31 x 19 x 7.5 cm)
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Weight: Just under 1 kg
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Origin: Batu Manakarra Mine, Mamuju, West Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
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Key Features: Named specimen, 360° sculptural form, vivid lavender color, druzy sparkle, custom steel mount
Introduction
Introducing The Dancer, a named, museum-quality grape agate specimen that merges natural form with sculptural elegance. Its silhouette evokes a poised figure mid-performance—fluid, expressive, and alive.
Sourced from the renowned volcanic region of Mamuju, Indonesia, this piece balances color, movement, and clarity in a way few grape agates ever do.
Geological Details
Composed of botryoidal chalcedony—a microcrystalline form of quartz—this piece crystallizes in the trigonal system and belongs to the tectosilicate mineral class. These rounded “grape-like” clusters formed through low-temperature hydrothermal processes in silica-rich volcanic environments.
The Batu Manakarra mine is celebrated for producing grape agate specimens with strong saturation, consistent texture, and sculptural flow. The Dancer represents one of the finest forms from this location.
Aesthetic Appeal
This specimen displays a flowing, upward-reaching gesture with dense, plump botryoidal spheres and a natural gradient from lavender to icy lilac. An arm-like upper arc draws the eye upward, enhancing the figure-like presence.
With a full 360-degree display profile and dramatic balance, the piece is both mineral specimen and natural sculpture. The custom-fit stainless steel stand elevates its display while offering structural security.
Metaphysical Properties
Grape agate is known to stimulate the Third Eye and Crown Chakras, enhancing intuition, spiritual clarity, and peace. The Dancer brings uplifting energy and poise—ideal for meditation spaces or energy work environments.
Rarity
Sculptural grape agates of this size and character are increasingly rare. With no repairs, excellent saturation, and vertical fluidity, The Dancer stands among the most expressive specimens from the Batu Manakarra region.
Why You Will Love This
This is more than a crystal—it's a named piece of natural art. Whether you’re a mineral collector, a metaphysical practitioner, or an interior curator, The Dancer brings elegance, harmony, and story into your space.
Specifications
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Exact Dimensions: 12.2 x 7.5 x 3 in (31 x 19 x 7.5 cm)
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Weight: ~990 grams
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Finish: All-natural, no repairs or treatments
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Stand: Custom stainless steel mount included
Collector’s Note
Named specimens like The Dancer hold artistic and historic value beyond their mineral composition. This piece is ideal for private collectors, gallery displays, or premium metaphysical settings. Its rarity and beauty make it a legacy piece.
Display Recommendations
Display under spotlight or near natural light to bring out the druzy sparkle and gradients in color. Best paired with minimalist surroundings or placed on a gallery-style pedestal for maximum impact.
