{"product_id":"carboniferous-pipe-coral-syringopora-sp-fossil-colonial-tabulate-coral-north-wales-65g-copy","title":"Fallen Limestone Cave Stalactite Pair | Calcite Speleothem | Minera North Wales | 359g","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fascinating natural\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efallen stalactite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom the limestone caves near\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinera, North Wales\u003c\/strong\u003e, presented as two matching pieces that were originally part of the same formation.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStalactites form slowly over long periods as mineral-rich water drips through limestone cave systems, depositing layers of calcite over time. This specimen shows beautiful natural banding and flowing patterns throughout, with a warm cream and caramel-toned surface that gives it excellent display appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger section measures approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e31.5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the smaller matching piece measuring approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9.5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together they form a striking example of natural cave calcite growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural fallen stalactite \/ calcite speleothem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Limestone caves near Minera, North Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger piece: 31.5cm, 320g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller piece: 9.5cm, 39g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombined weight: 359g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo matching pieces, originally one formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note this is a natural geological specimen. The break between the two sections, surface texture, natural markings and colour variation are part of its history and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clarke's Fusions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47525081120899,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0384\/0432\/5507\/files\/62626.jpg?v=1783664803","url":"https:\/\/clarkesfusions.co.uk\/products\/carboniferous-pipe-coral-syringopora-sp-fossil-colonial-tabulate-coral-north-wales-65g-copy","provider":"Clarke's Fusions ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}