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Description
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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 awesome grain pattern with windblown bullseyes in shades of creamy tan contrasting strongly with jet black. There are also several tiny pools of translucent light blue agate. No fossil collection is complete without a nice example of this amazing new palm root! But it ought to make fabulous jewelry too. -smile- The cab has a high rounded dome of 6.5mm, a bold designer 'shield' shape, and a brilliant polish both front and back.
Size: 39x36mm
Weight: approximately 59 carats
Price: Sold
Current gemstone
 Petrified palm wood
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