Description
21" round Agate centerpiece, with round wooden beads. Linked wooden earrings to match.
General Information
Agates occur in certain masses in rocks such as Volcanic Lavas. When split open, they reveal an amazing variety of colors and patterns and a distinct banding that distinguishes Agate from other kinds of stones. Band colors are determined by different impurities, but since it is porous Agate is often dyed or stained to enhance the natural color. Petrified wood is fossilized wood that has had its organic matter replaced by
Agate.
Agate.Where Agate Can Be Found
The most famous place for Agates is Idar-Oberstein, Germany, where Agate has been collected since 1548. Most Agate now comes from the huge deposits in Uruguay and Brazil. Agates are also found in Mexico, Madagascar, Italy, Egypt, India, China and Scotland. The most famous petrified wood is found in the Petrified Forest in Arizona.
Set Price: $43.00
No comments:
Post a Comment