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$12.00
1 lb. Mixed Tumbled Stones

 
1K1lg  These are mixed tumble polished stones.  They will vary in size. Some of the stones that may be included in the mix is Carnelian, Picture Jasper, Snowflake Obsidian, Tiger-Eye, Sodalite, Unakite, Crystal Quartz, Rose Quartz, Dalmatian Stone and others.  Item will be similar to the picture. 

Note:  These range in size from approximately 3/4" to 1 1/4" in size and they will average 35 (+ or - a few) polished gemstones per pound.

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tumbled stones

Tumbled Stones


$20.00
Special

2 lbs. Mixed Tumbled Stones


$8.00
1/2 lb. Mixed Tumbled Stones

 
1K1sm  These are assorted small size tumble polished gemstones.  They will vary in size. Some of the stones that may be included in the mix is Carnelian, Picture Jasper, Snowflake Obsidian, Tiger-Eye, Sodalite, Unakite, Crystal Quartz, Rose Quartz, Dalmatian Stone and others.  Item will be similar to the picture. 

Note:  These range in size from approximately 3/8" to 3/4" in size and they will average 100 pieces (+ or - a few)  of  polished gemstones per pound.

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tumbled stones

Tumbled Stones


$12.00
Special

1 lb. Mixed Tumbled Stones

$6.00
1K2  This is 5 pieces of Pyrite measuring in size approximately 1 1/4" + or - Commonly called Fools Gold.  Pyrite is actually an iron mineral. This is nice quality, very sparkly specimens. Item will be similar to the picture.

fools gold

Pyrite

$8.00 K101c   Here is some very nice, larger pieces of Peacock Copper Ore.  Each piece will measures approximately  1" to 2" in size with the total approximate weight of 1/2 lb.  We offer a good variety of color, size and design.  Unfortunately, there is NO choice in specimens as we bag the pieces up straight from the box.  The set would make a great educational tool for scouts or schools.  Items will be similar to items in photo.

You will receive three (3) pieces of our choosing.

Peacock Copper Ore is a Copper Iron mineral that is closely related to Bornite and Chalcopyrite.  Although it is sometimes confused with Pyrite, Peacock Copper is a mixture of Copper and Iron whereas Pyrite is an Iron derivative.

peacock copper ore

Peacock Copper Ore

$7.50

K108b   Here is approximately 1/2 lb. of Mine Run Crystals in 100+/- pieces from China.  These are very nice, above average quality specimens that will be sure to please.  Some crystals would be considered jewelry grade quality and the balance is just neat to look at.

Items will be similar to what is in the picture.

crystals

Quartz Crystals

$8.00 K102b  This is 4 fossil Sharks Teeth.  These fossil Teeth are from Morocco.  They average is size approximately 1 1/4" to 1 3/4".  Item will be similar to the picture.

sharks teeth

Fossil Sharks Teeth

$8.00
K105b  This is for a set of 5 Arrow Heads made from various types of Jasper.  The size ranges from 1 1/4" to 2".  Unfortunately, there is no choice in size or color, but we guarantee a good selection.  This would make a great educational tool for school or boy/girl scouts.

We do recommend caution when considering your purchase as Jasper is a naturally SHARP material and this educational tool may not be acceptable for small children due to the SHARP edges the Arrow Heads may have.

arrow heads

Arrow Heads

$8.00
K106b  Here is a larger, very nice quality Arrow Head made from various types of Jasper.  The Arrow Heads are approximately 3" x 1" and have not been polished.  These Arrow Heads are hand crafted and each is unique in its own right and can NOT be duplicated.  You will receive one (1) Arrow Head

Unfortunately, there is no choice in size or color, but we guarantee a good selection.  This would make a great educational tool for school or boy/girl scouts.

We do recommend caution when considering your purchase as Jasper is a naturally SHARP material and this educational tool may not be acceptable for small children due to the SHARP edges the Arrow Heads may have.

arrow heads

Arrow Heads

$20.00 K17b  Here are some very beautiful and new to The Rock Shed,  large Brazilian Agate slabs in natural and color enhanced colors.  These 1/8 - 1/4" thick slabs come in various sizes from approximately 5" to 6" and are polished on both sides.  These will be sold in sets of 3 slabs as they come from the box.  The photo is a small representative of the colors and patterns on hand.  Unfortunately, there is NO choice in color or size, as we package directly from the box.  However, we do guarantee a nice selection.  This would make a great educational tool.

agate slabs

Large Brazilian Agate Set

$18.00 K8b  Here are some very beautiful, medium Brazilian Agate slabs in natural and color enhanced colors.  These 1/8 - 1/4" thick slabs come in various sizes from approximately 3 1/2" to 5" and are polished on both sides.  These will be sold in sets of 4 slabs as they come from the box.  The photo is a small representative of the colors and patterns on hand.  Unfortunately, there is NO choice in color or size.

agate slabs

Medium Brazilian Agate  Set

$6.00

2K13B  Here is a nice set of small Brazilian Agate slabs.  Some are naturally colored and some are color enhanced.  This is a random grouping that will resemble the picture and  include five (5) different pieces of nicely colored Agate slabs.  Unfortunately, there is NO choice in color or size, as we package directly from the box.  However, we do guarantee a nice selection.  This would make a great educational tool or a great project for the wire wrapper. agate slabs

Small Brazilian Agate Set

$4.00 1K15b Here is an real neat, very unique find!!!  This is a very nice, above average quality Magnetite specimen. It measures approximately 2" x 1" x 1 1/2" and has many hair-like Iron shavings.  These specimens are one-of-a-kind and will be similar to the picture.  Makes a great educational tool or very different gift for the hard-buy-for person.

magnetite

Magnetite

$5.00 1K9b This is beautiful natural Lavender colored Amethyst from Uruguay.  This is for 5 pieces.  These beauties will vary in size and shape, but we do guarantee a good selection.  The photo is representative of the color and sizes we have on hand.

amethyst

Amethyst

$4.00 1K13b This is beautiful tumbled Sodalite from Brazil.  There are approximately 5-9 pieces per 1/4 pound. These stones will vary in size, shape, design and color.  The photo is representative of the color and sizes we have on hand.  You will receive 1/4 pound.

sodalite

Sodalite

$9.00 1K14b These are Fossil Fish Knightia from the Eocene Age from the Green River Formation, Lincoln County, Wyoming.  The picture at the right is representative of the fish you will receive.  These specimen's are approximately  2 1/2" x 3". This fossil fish lived some 50 million years ago. They are found in a light colored Limestone. 

You will receive 1 fish.

fossil fish

Fossil Fish

$9.00 1K08b  This is a fossilized Trilobite from Utah. The picture at the right is representative of the Trilobite you will receive.  These specimens are approximately 3/8" to 1/2"x 1 1/2" x 2".  Item will be similar to picture.

You will receive one (1) Trilobite.

trilobite

Trilobite

$9.00 K109b  Here is a fossilized Trilobite from Morocco.  The picture at the right is representative of the Trilobite you will receive.  These specimens are approximately 1/2" to 3/4" x 2 1/2" x 2".  Item will be similar to picture.

You will receive one (1) Trilobite.

trilobite

Trilobite

$7.00 K110b  Here is a fossilized Trilobite from Morocco.  The picture at the right is representative of the Trilobite you will receive.  These specimens are approximately 1 1/2" x  1 3/4" x 2 1/4 " to 1 3/4" x 2" x 3". 

You will receive one (1) Trilobite, in two pieces or both matching halves. Unfortunately, we are unable to give a choice to specimens but we do promise a good selection.

trilobite

 Trilobite

$7.50 K107b  Here is a fossilized Echinoid from Morocco.  The picture at the right is representative of the Echinoid you will receive.  These specimens vary in size from 1 3/4" to nearly 2 1/4" in diameter and 7/8" to 1 1/8" thick. 

Another photo

You will receive one (1) Echinoid. Unfortunately, we are unable to give a choice to specimens but we do promise a good selection.

echinoid

Echinoid

$5.00 K100B  Here is a really neat activity for kids.  This is a Bubble Rock.  It is a Limestone mineral that is found in Western Utah.  This kit provides an indoor rock garden any time throughout the year.  When White or Clear vinegar is added, tiny White Aragonite crystals appear and gradually place themselves to form clusters of pure White blossoms.  The process can take 2-3 weeks and the directions are on the back of the package.  I did this project with my 7 year old son and he just loved it. 

Click here to see a picture of ours!

bubble rock

Bubble Rock

$4.00

K103b  Here is 1/4 pound of opaque Red Jasper.  There is approximately 5-12 stones per bag.  The stones will vary in size and shape and may have interesting designs.  This material is from Africa.

red jasper

Red Jasper

$25.00 1K012b This is something new to The Rock Shed! These pendants are pieces of a Meteorite that was found in Argentina. These pendants measure approximately 1/2" in width by 1/2" to an 1" in height. The bail size is approximately 2mm. There is no choice but we do promise a good selection. These are definitely conversation pieces, you can put them on a chain and have a lovely necklace or attach it to a keychain. These will go quickly so get one while you can!

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The Campo Del Cielo Iron Meteorite is from Gran Chaco Gualamba, Argentina.   These Campo meteorites were first found in 1576.  It probably impacted the earth nearly 6000 years ago leaving an extensive strewn field and more than 12 craters.  The Campo Del Cielo Meteorites are a Coarse Octahedrite, Type 1A, (3mm crystal).  They consist of an average composition of 92% Iron, 6% Nickel and other rare minerals with silicate inclusions.

Meteorite

Meteorite Pendant

$4.00

K111b   This is 1/4 pound of interesting Lizard Stone.  There is approximately 4-6 large pieces per 1/4.  These stones will vary in size, shape and design.  This material is from Wyoming.

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lizard stone

Lizard Stone

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