Red Moss Agate Cabochon

Description

Take a peek at this beautiful red moss agate cabochon! This cabochon, or cab for short, aren’t just for jewelry making. It can be used as a worry stone or as part of your gemstone collection. What will you use your cab for?

Size: Approx. 1 X 1.50″, 10.24g

A Bit About Moss Agate

Moss agate is a type of chalcedony that forms in sedimentary environments rich in silica and mineral impurities. The distinctive green moss-like inclusions in moss agate are typically composed of minerals such as chlorite, hornblende, or other manganese or iron oxides. These inclusions create unique patterns resembling moss or ferns within the translucent chalcedony matrix. Moss agate with drusy features small sparkling crystals that coat the surface of the agate, forming a glittering effect. This drusy layer often results from the presence of mineral-rich solutions that seep into cavities or fractures in the agate, crystallizing over time to create the sparkling drusy texture.

It is commonly believed that the red in red moss agate comes form iron oxide inclusions.

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This red moss agate cabochon is a WYSIWYG.

For those who are unfamiliar with WYSIWYG, it means: What You See Is What You Get. Pieces identified as WYSIWYGs are not a random pull of stones that are similar to the one(s) pictured. Instead, you receive the actual piece that is pictured.

If you love moss agate carvings, check out this one!

Please Note:

1. About the stands: To place, gently slide piece into place carefully as they could scratch.
2. Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
3. The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences.
4. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
5. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.