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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 a swirly pattern of windblown eyes and woodgrain in several shades of creamy tan, chocolate brown and rust, with jet black. There are also tiny pools of translucent blue and white agate, and an interesting void that is lined with 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+mm, a curvy designer 'flame' shape, and a brilliant polish both front and back.
Size: 40x35mm
Weight: approximately 51 carats
Price: Sold
Current gemstone
 Petrified palm wood
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