From Buffalo Ridge, Arizona, USA, comes this beautiful stone of precious-metals-infused Quartz... *** Untreated (100% Natural) gemstone-rough for cabbing or wire wrapping; in red & green, and a few hues in between! *** This material is a conglomeration of Malachite, Cuprite and Quartz. It is highly-sought-after as jewelry supply due to its vivid coloration and strong natural matrix. ****** Chrysocolla is a copper mineral, found in gold/silver/copper-mining districts across the globe. Much of it is softer material (3-4 mohs) and will undercut badly, or crumble when polished without stabilization. It also often appears as stains on surface host-rock in volcanically-active areas, where eons of magmatic waters disseminated heavy-metals through the earth's cracks, and out to the surface in the form of metal-laden silica-rich steam. Over time, these stains build up to create thick vein deposits in places. When this occurs in the bedrock, and it is set in silicate forms, it becomes much stronger as it transforms to quartz and can thus take a high polish because it is a hard stone, leading to its cherished use in jewelry... Naturally-complex patterning in deep coloration, in a wonderfully contrasting red and green.****** Over time, the colors will oxidize, becoming bolder, and taking on a patina comprised of environmental stresses, making it a family heirloom in the making~ This is gorgeous strong material which took a glassy-finish without stabilization. You will receive the exact stone cabochon as shown in the photos above. If you have any questions about this product, please do not hesitate to ask~ You can find more cabochons, all natural and handmade by me, by clicking on the "Figmentstone" link below the title at the top of the page. Satisfaction guaranteed on all purchases, and I offer combined shipping when possible. Contact me for details~
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