M275 Crystal began as living coral reef

began as living coral reef 40 million years ago in the shallow seas over Florida

Pair of fossil agate coral

calcite crystals in matrix

Pair of Italian papier-mache pompoms on a base with 18th century Italian gold leaf church textile

the ecclesiastical piece creates a historically significant work of art

M275 Crystal began as living coral reefItalian plaster cherub with polished agate coral wings on fossil agate coral. Fossil agate coral is Florida's state stone and is known for its unique formation that can take place over 20 million years. It's a natural gemstone that is created when prehistoric coral is gradually replaced with agate. The fossil agate coral and Italian plaster cherub are put together in a sculptural form creating a piece that appears to have evolved together over time.