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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 a few larger windblown bullseyes in shades of creamy tan, grayish brown, golden butterscotch and more, with jet black. There are also some small 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 well rounded dome of 5mm, a versatile designer shape, and a brilliant polish both front and back.
Size: 49x19mm
Weight: approximately 38 carats
Price: SOLD See current gemstones for sale
 Petrified palm wood
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