Pink chalcedony nodule Blue aragonite A change occurred during the

A change occurred during the growth process that introduced fine iron oxide inclusions that give the top layer deep color and a fairly matte luster

putting the layering on display in a way that emphasizes curves and creates rings from the layers

Rhyolite is in the family tree

Erongo schorl also typically has very high luster

The calcite will stand out in comparison

Pink chalcedony nodule Blue aragonite A change occurred during theLocale: Yankee Dog Claim, Hidalgo, New Mexico Approx size: 2" Approx weight: 52g Pink chalcedony nodules, sometimes called "chalcedony desert roses," have been discovered across the southwest. They were prolific from this locale back in the 1990s, but today are much harder to come byat least with any size or quality. The material is known for its strong UV reaction and undulating ropy, botryoidal forms. Pink chalcedony often grows shapes like a nest,