{"product_id":"betul-spiralite-shell-quartz-mineralised-fossil","title":"Spiralite Shell With Druzy Quartz | Druzy Dreaming","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetul Spiralite Shell fossils offer an unusual glimpse into the geological history of central India during the Cretaceous Period. Approximately 100 million years old, these specimens preserve ancient gastropod shell forms that were subsequently affected by fossilisation, silica replacement and natural Quartz crystallisation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe preserved spiral is highlighted by areas of polished Chalcedony alongside cavities lined with fine Druzy Quartz crystals. These mineralised sections create an interesting contrast between the original biological structure and the geological processes that altered the shell after burial. The reverse of each specimen has been cut flat for stable upright display, making the internal spiral particularly easy to appreciate. An intriguing choice for collectors interested in Indian fossils, mineral replacement, fossil gastropods and naturally crystalised specimens. 🐚✨\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e⚖️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e: 17gms \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e📏 Size: 4.1cm x 1.5cm x 2.6cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e🌎 Source: Betul, India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💙❤️ Third Eye \u0026amp; Root Chakras\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔮 Collectable amongst Fossil lovers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 100 million years old | Cretaceous Period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is something particularly fascinating about a fossil that has continued its geological story long after the original animal was gone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown within the mineral and fossil trade as Spiralite Shells, these beautiful specimens preserve the recognisable coiled form of an ancient gastropod while also displaying natural Chalcedony and sparkling Druzy Quartz mineralisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginating from Betul in central India and dating to the Cretaceous Period, approximately 100 million years ago, these shells began their story as marine gastropods living within an ancient environment very different from the India we know today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter burial, the original shell underwent fossilisation and mineral replacement over an immense period of geological time. Silica-rich fluids moved through the surrounding material, allowing Chalcedony to develop through sections of the fossil while tiny Quartz crystals grew within remaining cavities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is rather beautiful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unmistakable spiral of the original shell remains, but within it are sparkling pockets of Druzy Quartz, creating miniature crystal-lined cavities where the living animal once existed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSections have been carefully polished to reveal the internal spiral and mineralisation, while areas of natural texture and crystallisation have been retained. The contrast between smooth Chalcedony, ancient fossil structure and tiny Quartz crystals is what makes these such interesting crossover pieces for both fossil and mineral collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse has been cut flat, allowing the specimen to stand securely for display and making it easy to appreciate both the spiral form and crystal growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetaphysically, fossils are traditionally associated with grounding, ancient wisdom and connection to Earth's history. Chalcedony is linked with balance and communication, while Quartz is associated with clarity and amplification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut even without the metaphysical side, the geological story is pretty incredible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA marine creature lived around 100 million years ago. Its shell was buried, fossilised and gradually mineralised, and today that same spiral survives with tiny Quartz crystals growing within it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNature certainly knows how to play the long game. 😂🐚✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Crystal Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67820939837664,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/0871\/9000\/files\/SpiraliteShellWithDruzyQuartzDruzyDreaming1_bf04165d-3139-4e22-a57b-ac7cd7cf4325.jpg?v=1791532343","url":"https:\/\/divinecrystalheart.com.au\/products\/betul-spiralite-shell-quartz-mineralised-fossil","provider":"Divine Crystal Heart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}