When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
This listing is for an interesting and mysterious sphere that has baffled many in the local community with similar characteristics in appearance and composition that contribute to the mystery of the klerksdorp spheres.
It is also similar to the pyrite concretions found in China.
The reason for the near perfect equilateral grooves on these spheres is debated over a natural occurrence or alteration by man.
Unknown locality (estate)
5.5" diameter
3.25" height
5 lbs 8 oz.
Nonferrous
The outer shell consists of mostly pyrite and is worn smooth on both top and bottom, shaped more like a flattened sphere.
Pictured in the condition as acquired.
Prior history was not disclosed since this is an estate piece from a collector of both artifacts (Latin American) and geological / mineral specimens from all over the world.
Stand not included.
Any alterations will void a return.
This only means, if it is cut in half with expectations of a septarian nodule but only find disappointment, a return will not be accepted. Otherwise, we will honor our return policy if the item is not as stated in the description.
Please consider the photos as a part of the description.
Questions are welcome!
The klerksdorp spheres are only mentioned and used as a reference for similarities. This specimen has no known association with Ottosdal or the famous collection.
