Dendritic Opal 6mm Hexagon - 15-16 InchThis variety of opal is named "dendritic" for the small inclusions within it that resemble moss or ferns. These inclusions consist of iron, manganese and other metallic oxides captured during the forming of the rock. Opals are hydrated amorphous forms of silica, created when silica hardens within the fissures of other stones.

and features dark manganese dendrites throughout

but is most commonly associated with white

naturally occurring mineral composed of pure carbon

Azurite in crystal form is extremely rare and expensive

so care should be taken when setting

however they are not currently sourced from that particular region

it lightens because of further weathering and becomes Malachite

Since this is a natural stone

” Due to this variety of colors

a green-colored mineral

while other impurities in the stone may create veining and rich patterns

Young trees cannot be legally harvested