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$24.00 |
PR303c
These "Chrysanthemum"
Flowers, frozen in stone, are natural occurrences of Celestite crystals in
a limestone matrix. Found in Liuyang County, Hunan Province in China.
The Chrysanthemum Stone Flower has been highly prized as a marvel of nature.
Once polished and carved to show the wondrous flower, it is a soothing object
for contemplation and meditation.
Another photo.
The flower measures
2 1/2" x 1 3/4" and rests in matrix measuring 4 1/2" x 3
7/8" x 2
3/8".
These make great decorator items.
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Chrysanthemum Flower
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$35.00 |
PR309b
This is something different for the rock collector. Here is a very nice,
extra good quality Trancas Geode from Mexico. It measures 2 1/2" x 2
1/4" and has been cracked down the middle. The inside and outside of
the Geode have not been polished. A true beauty. Geodes are
geological rock formations which occur in sedimentary and certain volcanic
rocks. They are essentially rock cavities or vugs with internal Crystal
formations or concentric banding. The exterior is generally Limestone
while the interior contains Quartz Crystals and/or Chalcedony deposits.
If the Geode is completely filled with Crystal, being solid all the way through,
it is then called a nodule.
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Trancas Geode
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$35.00 |
PR308c
This is a
very nice piece of South Dakota Petrified Wood that was polished in our
own lapidary department. It has nice rich brown colors and a neat natural
texture on the unpolished surfaces. It measures 5" x 4 3/4" x 2 3/4" and
has a smooth, highly polished face. This beautiful Petrified Wood is
unique and would enhance any table or desk top and would be a cool gift!
Another photo.
Petrified Wood is a type of a fossil as it consists of fossil wood
where all the organic materials have been replaced with minerals while
retaining the original structure of the wood. These minerals are most
often Silicates such as Quartz. Other minerals, Manganese, Iron and
Copper, in the water or mud during the petrification process give
Petrified Wood a variety of color ranges: black - Carbon; green/blue -
Copper; red/brown/yellow - Iron. Petrified Wood can preserve the original
structure of the wood in all its detail all the way down to the
microscopic level. Structures such as tree rings and the various tissues
are often observed features. Although Petrified Wood can be found
worldwide, it is rather rare in larger quantities and at times can be
difficult to obtain by the average collector.
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South Dakota Petrified Wood
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$10.00 |
PR311c
Here is something
different from the Rock Shed's gift department. These are faceted "Crystal"
Gemstones in various colors. The approximate average size of each Glass
stone is 1 1/2" or 40 mm in diameter. There is a wide array of colors
including Red, Blue, Clear, Turquoise, Green and Light Blue. You
will receive three (3) of the items pictures at our choosing. Unfortunately,
there is NO choice in color.
Something very nice for that someone special.
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"Crystal" Gemstones
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$200.00 |
PR313b
This is a very cool large Labradorite
Free Form. This beautiful specimen has a good color mix with a highly
iridescent shine that changes colors as the light hits it from different
angles. It measures 7 1/8" x 3 1/4" x 2 1/2" and weighs 4.5
lbs. The specimen has
some areas of Biotite Mica that shows up dull black. A really awesome item for a
special person or just keep it for yourself!
Another photo.
Another photo.
Labradorite is a Feldspar mineral that occurs in large Crystal masses
in Anorthosite and shows an iridescence or "play of colors." Gemstone
varieties of Labradorite exhibiting a high degree of iridescence are Spectrolite,
Moonstone and Sunstone. High quality samples with good iridescent qualities
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Labradorite
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$35.00 |
PR310c
Here is a
great addition to your office or home. This is a Arizona Sandstone Free
Form Stand-Up. It measures 6 3/4" x 6 3/4" x 2 1/8" and has a rough,
natural texture. This piece is not polished. Something very different
for the collector or the gift giver.
Another photo.
Sandstone is a sedimentary rock composed mainly of sand size
mineral or rock grains. Most Sandstone is composed of Quartz and/or
Feldspar because these are the most common minerals in the earth's crust.
It can be almost any color. The Sandstone beds often form highly visible
cliffs and are strongly identified with certain regions of the world.
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Sandstone Free Form
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$48.00 |
PR301b
Here is a very large, very beautiful Crystal Quartz Point. This specimen
measures 4 3/4" x 3" x 4" and has a smooth, natural finish with a hint of
a Smoky Grey color. This crystal has 6 facets and the upper portion
is almost completely clear. Close observations will reveal one larger
"self healed" fracture and a small chipped area near the top that has been
polished. Neither of these natural flaws distract from the appearance
or beauty of the Crystal.
Quartz is the second most common mineral in the Earth's continental
crust. It is mainly composed of Silica or Silica based minerals.
Although Quartz is known by a variety of names, the most important distinction
between types of Quartz is that of macro-crystalline, individual crystals
visible to the unaided eye, and micro-crystalline, where aggregates of crystals
are only visible under high magnification. There are many forms of Quartz
including Chalcedony, Amethyst, Citrine, and Carnelian which are results of
mineral impurities or heat treatments.
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Quartz Crystal
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$14.00 |
PR312b
Here is a very pretty, hand-carved Selenite Free Form. It measures approximately
5 1/8" x 1 5/8" and has a good polish. It has a flat bottom with an
unique, cork-screw design. Something different for the polished rock
collector.
Selenite, also known as Satin Spar, Desert Rose and Gypsum Flower, are
the four Crystalline varieties of Gypsum. It is a very soft material
composed of Calcium Sulfate. Selenite is often transparent and colorless.
If color is present it is often due to impurities or presence of other minerals.
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Selenite Free Form
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$45.00 |
PR307b
Here is a very cool Green Calcite Free Form from Mexico. It has many,
many crystals in various shades of green. It measures 6" x 7"
high x
nearly 4 1/2" wide and is nicely polished. The bottom is not
polished consists of natural Rhyolite. A very unique gift for someone special
or add it to your own collection.
Another photo.
Calcite is a Carbonate mineral that is most widely distributed on
the Earth's surface. It is a common constituent of sedimentary rocks with
Limestone in particular. A Calcite formation can take on many different
shapes and sizes which is dependent on the location, ground water
occurrence and temperature. Calcite is usually white or colorless but can
be gray, red, yellow, green, blue, violet, brown or black. The deeper the
color is usually indicative of the definitive impurities from the earth or
water.
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Green Calcite
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$30.00 |
PR305c
Here is something different for the Crystal collector.
This is a very nice, above average quality Amethyst Crystal point. It
measures 2 1/4" x 1 5/8" and has a nice hand polish. The Crystal point
has a perfect tip, very nice facets and a very deep Purple color.
Another photo.
Amethyst is a purple variety of Quartz often used as an ornament.
Upon exposure to heat, Amethyst generally becomes yellow, which some refer
to as Citrine or "burnt" Amethyst. It occurs in color from a light,
slightly pinkish violet to a deep grape purple. It is widely distributed
as an ornamental stone, but fine, clear specimens that are suitable for cutting
are used in jewelry.
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Amethyst Crystal
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$50.00 |
PR300c
Here is something different from the Rock Shed's gift
department. This is a larger, hand crafted Pakistani Onyx Chess Set.
The Black and Sandstone colored board measures 13 1/2" square with a nice
Black and Beige color mix. The set comes with matching Chess pieces
in coordinating colors. Each Chessman is hand carved. Close observation
on the board will reveal some minor fractures in the Black Onyx squares which
is quite common for this type of material and it does not distract from the
overall appearance. This would make a super gift for Father's Day.
Chess Board.
Beige Men.
Black Men.
Onyx is a banded variety of Calcite. The colors of its
bands range from white to almost every color except shades of purple, blue
and black. It is used for vases, bowls, beads, cabochons and other items.
This type of Onyx is found in Mexico and Pakistan. It is often carved,
polished and sold in a variety of different things.
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Onyx Chess Set
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$25.00 |
PR306c
Here is a very beautiful Crystal Quartz cluster. It measures
4 1/4" x 2 1/4" x 3" and has a natural luster and shine. This cluster has
several completely full crystals and numerous smaller, sparkly crystals at
the base. A beauty to behold.
Another photo.
Another photo.
Quartz is the second most common mineral in the Earth's continental crust.
It is mainly composed of Silica or Silica based minerals. Although Quartz
is known by a variety of names, the most important distinction between types
of Quartz is that of macro-crystalline, individual crystals visible to the
unaided eye, and micro-crystalline, where aggregates of crystals are only
visible under high magnification. There are many forms of Quartz including
Chalcedony, Amethyst, Citrine, and Carnelian which are results of mineral
impurities or heat treatments.
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Quartz Crystal
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$40.00 |
PR302c
This is a pretty Chinese Marble Vase with a nice polish. It measures
7 7/8" x 3 5/8" and has a good color scheme and very different design.
This Vase would make a great addition to any polished collection or it would
make a great gift. Another photo.
Marble is a metamorphic rock consisting of Limestone but composed mostly
of Calcite. It is used extensively for sculpture, building materials
and has many decorative uses. The pure white Marble is probably the
most common form known, but the characteristic swirls and veins of many colored
Marble varieties are usually due to various mineral impurities such as Clay,
Silt, Sand, Iron Oxides or Chert.
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Marble Vase
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$12.00 |
PR304b
This is an interesting Free Form made from Picasso Marble.
This material is from Utah. It measures 4 1/2" x 2 3/4" x
5/8" and is
nicely polished. This specimen has a nice blend of Browns and Blacks
which really enhances the appearance. Marble is a metamorphic rock
consisting of Limestone but composed mostly of Calcite. It is used extensively
for sculpture, building materials and has many decorative uses. The
pure white Marble is probably the most common form known, but the characteristic
swirls and veins of many colored Marble varieties are usually due to various
mineral impurities such as Clay, Silt, Sand, Iron Oxides or Chert.
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Picasso Marble Free Form
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