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Petrified palm root cab ~
Offered here is an unusual collector's cabochon of petrified palm root, newly arrived GEM material from Sumatra. This fossil wood is a fascinating piece of the earth's natural history. Here's an interesting detail: The fellow that found it believes that only the buried part of the palm tree was preserved to undergo the fossilization process, because none of the ancient trunks were found. I think it's absolutely gorgeous stuff! This example has an intricate pattern framing one large translucent eye in several shades of creamy tan, chocolate brown and rust, with a few dabs of red here and there. The black area contains tiny pools of translucent blue agate, and a few flecks of silvery metallic pyrite. Very unique! No fossil collection is complete without a nice example of this amazing new palm root. But it ought to make a fabulous item of jewelry too. -smile- The cab has a well rounded dome of 5.5mm, a crisp designer shape, and a brilliant polish both front and back.
Size: 54x24mm
Weight: approximately 47 carats
Price: SOLD See current gemstones for sale
 Petrified palm root
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