TRAVERTINE - Tuscany, Italy
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Tuscany, Italy
A fine example of travertine that has been quarried and extensively used as a building stone. Travertine is deposited by mineral springs, especially hot springs, and is formed by precipitation of calcium carbonate.
Tuscany, Italy
A fine example of travertine that has been quarried and extensively used as a building stone. Travertine is deposited by mineral springs, especially hot springs, and is formed by precipitation of calcium carbonate.
This specimen is cut on three sides. It is presented in a lidded gift box.
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Size: approx. 16 x 9 x 3 centimetres
Weight: 815 grams