Cherry Calcite Palm Stones cab If struck sharply against steel

If struck sharply against steel

making it suitable for display in a variety of environments

This rough skull-shaped gem has Yooperlite-like features and will sparkle under a 365nm Longwave UV light

The distinctive layers were formed in ancient oceans as dissolved iron reacted with oxygen produced by early microorganisms (cyanobacteria)

these specimens offer a premier example of nature’s metallic beauty

Cherry Calcite Palm Stones cab If struck sharply against steelThese Cherry Calcite Palm Stones showcase a beautiful and warm color profile within the carbonate mineral family. The deep reddish brown, amber, and translucent pink tones of this material are caused by microscopic hematite or iron oxide inclusions distributed throughout the calcium carbonate crystal lattice. When processed into polished shapes, the inherent rhombohedral cleavage lines of the calcite create stunning internal depth, reflecting light