as well as a reflection of our timeless fascination with the mysteries of the sea and the boundless potential for imagination
It has a thick crust of marcasite on the top edge
particularly in areas where chromite and ultramafic rocks are present
This piece is completely natural with no polishing or touch-up done and exhibits the beautiful clarity and etchings typical of quartz from Diamantina
Cycle through several different color modes:
Marcasite Stalactite from Linwood Mine DX3161 scepter as well as a reflectionMarcasite Stalactite from Linwood Mine Approx. Dimensions: 1. 5x1x0. 5 inches Approx. Weight: 6. 8 grams Locality: Linwood Mine, Buffalo, Scott Co., Iowa, USA Marcasite specimens from the Linwood Mine (Buffalo, Scott County, Iowa, USA) are eye catching mineral pieces prized by collectors for their metallic luster and distinctive crystal forms. Marcasite is an iron disulfide (FeS?) mineral that crystallizes in tabular, spear like or stalactitic