{"product_id":"the-museum-archive-turkish-epidote-boxwork-specimen","title":"The Museum Archive | Turkish Epidote Boxwork Specimen","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA Geological Memory Preserved in Stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA rare Turkish Epidote epimorph displaying an intricate hollow boxwork structure formed through an extraordinary geological process. Rather than developing as conventional crystal points, this specimen preserves the outer framework of an earlier mineral that has long since disappeared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMillions of years ago, velvety epidote micro-crystals enveloped a precursor mineral—likely anhydrite or barite. Over time, the original mineral dissolved away, leaving behind only this complex skeletal architecture. The result is a remarkable natural cast: a labyrinth of interconnected chambers, voids, and delicate mineral walls preserved in three dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIts pistachio-green coloration and dense microcrystalline druzy create an unexpectedly organic appearance, evoking ancient moss, weathered landscapes, or fragments of petrified vegetation. The contrast between its architectural voids and soft, velvety texture gives the specimen a distinctive presence that feels both geological and botanical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAesthetic Color \u0026amp; Texture Distinction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCuration Note: Characterized by its signature pistachio-green hue and intricate boxwork formation, this uncommon specimen introduces a strong biophilic quality to contemporary interiors. The interplay between its hollow architectural structure and moss-like surface texture creates a naturally sculptural focal point suited to organic modern, contemporary, and wabi-sabi inspired spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Mineral: 100% Natural Turkish Epidote Epimorph\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Origin: Turkey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Dimensions: Approx. 131 × 128 × 94 mm (5.1 × 5.0 × 3.7 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Structure: Hollow boxwork architecture formed through natural epimorphic replacement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Surface Texture: Velvety microcrystalline druzy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Treatment: Completely raw, unpolished, and free from enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTransparency Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou will receive the exact one-of-a-kind specimen shown. The asymmetrical cavities, natural mineral overgrowths, inclusions, and structural irregularities visible throughout the piece are authentic geological features rather than imperfections. This specimen remains entirely unpolished and unaltered, preserving the full character of its natural formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e• \u003cb\u003eDisplay Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Any bases, travertine slabs, or staging props shown in photographs are for digital curatorial context only and are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"stillmantle.com","offers":[{"title":"131 × 128 × 94 mm","offer_id":52656929177876,"sku":null,"price":5000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/7362\/5108\/files\/IMG_7604.webp?v=1781266223","url":"https:\/\/stillmantle.com\/products\/the-museum-archive-turkish-epidote-boxwork-specimen","provider":"STILLMANTLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}