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$85.00 |
PR303c
Here is something
new for the polished rock, mineral or carving collector. This is a Bird's
Eye Rhyolite carved Buffalo from Northern Mexico. This is a fairly new
material that we found this year. The bear measures 6 1/4" x 4 1/4"
x 1 1/2" and has a nice polished. This material is fairly light weight
and has a pink-beige color with many bird type-eyes throughout the material.
A very different addition to your collection or a great gift for the person
that has everything. Rhyolite is an igneous, volcanic rock that is
composed of Felsic, or Silicate minerals such as Silica, Aluminum, Sodium
and Potassium. The material is similar to that of Granite, Pumice and
Obsidian but due to the cooling process when formed, Rhyolite did not form
any crystals, thus changing the texture of the material.
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Bird's Eye Rhyolite Buffalo
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$15.00 |
PR309c
This is something
different for the polished rock collector. Here is a larger, polished
Slab from a specimen of Brazilian Agate. It measures 4 1/2" x 2 1/2"
x 7/8" and is polished on one side. This piece has a nice unique shape
and really great design.
Agates mostly occur as nodules in volcanic rocks or waters containing
Silica in solution which is possibly derived from the decomposition of Silicates
in the lava. The Siliceous matter is deposited in regular layers resulting
in the banded or striped formation. It is very unlikely that you would
ever find an exact duplicate of any type of Agate, Brazilian or other.
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Brazilian Agate Slab
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$20.00 |
PR308b
This is a
very nice Picture Sandstone slab from Arizona. It measures 3 3/4" x
5 1/4" x 3/8" and has a smooth, unpolished finish. These slabs are very
unique in shape and size but would enhance any table or desk top. It
comes complete with a plastic display stand. 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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Picture Sandstone Slab
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$10.00 |
PR311b
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, Orange, Yellow, Pink, Clear, Turquoise, Green and Lavender.
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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$25.00 |
PR310b
Here is something
different for the rock collector. This is a very unique Rhyolite Stand
Up Freeform Sculpture. This beauty measures 9" x 6" x 3" and has a natural
unpolished finish. It would make a great gift or a super centerpiece
for your desk or table. Another
photo.
Rhyolite is an igneous, volcanic rock that is composed of Felsic, or
Silicate minerals such as Silica, Aluminum, Sodium and Potassium. The
material is similar to that of Granite, Pumice and Obsidian but due to the
cooling process when formed, Rhyolite did not form any crystals, thus changing
the texture of the material.
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Rhyolite Freeform
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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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$250.00 |
3PR5b
This is a LARGER and quite pretty piece of Picasso Marble carved into a buffalo.
It measures 11 1/2" x 8" x 1 1/2". It is a very pretty buffalo fetish
with lots of veining in the Marble in various tones of Black and Brown. It
is nice quality, with a good polish. This is an impressive piece which
would make a great addition to any collection. This material is from Utah.
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 Buffalo
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$150.00 |
PR307b
Here is a one of a kind addition to any mineral or polished rock collection.
This is an extra large, extra nice Dugway Geode from Utah. This Geode
has been base cut and felted to set upright. It has a very large Crystal
cavity that measures 4" x 3" and 2 1/4" deep. The inside of the cavity is
lined with fine Quartz Crystals with several clear Calcite inclusions.
It has been polished on the cut side which show a beautiful design and great
color. 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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Dugway Geode
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$45.00 |
PR305b This
is a Rose Quartz tetrahedron from Brazil. This neat creation measures
1 7/8" in all directions and has been polished on all sides. This different
carving would make a nice gift, paper weight or use it to dress up your mineral,
gemstone or polished collection. Rose Quartz is a member of the Quartz
family that exhibits a pale Pink to Rose Red hue. The color is usually
due to the trace amounts of Titanium, Iron or Manganese in the mass material.
Some Rose Quartz contains microscopic Rutile needles which produce an asterism
in transmitted light. An all time favorite at the Rock Shop.
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Rose Quartz Tetrahedron
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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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$28.50 |
PR306b
Here is a very beautiful Crystal Quartz cluster. It measures
5 3/4" x 2 3/4" x 2" and has a natural luster and shine. This cluster
has several completely full crystals and numerous smaller, sparkly crystals
at the base. The largest crystal has a nice diamond-shaped "window"
facet. A beauty to behold. 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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$12.00 |
PR302b This
is a very nice Onyx Soap Dish from Pakistan. It measures 3 1/4" x 4
1/2" x 1 1/4" and has been polished on all sides. The dish has an unique
pattern and color scheme. The photo displays 2 different dishes, but
when you order, you will receive one (1) dish that will be randomly selected strait
from the box. The dish will be similar to the dishes in the photo.
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 Soap Dish
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$14.00 |
PR304c
This is an interesting Freeform made from Picasso Marble. This
material is from Utah. It measures 2 3/4" x 3 1/4" x 1 1/8" 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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