Moss agate sphere (B) — natural, India

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A polished moss agate sphere from India, its translucent body threaded with green, moss-like patterns. Despite the name, the "moss" isn't plant matter; it's mineral inclusions (usu ally green chlorite or iron oxides) that grew within the chalcedony as it formed, frozen in place. Mineral: Moss agate (chalcedony, a variety of quartz, SiO₂)Crystal system: TrigonalOrigin: IndiaHardness: 7 on the Mohs scale; durable and easy to handleTreatment: NoneDiameter: 7.85 cmWeight: 630 gNote: Acrylic stand included (not the stand shown in the photo). You'll receive the exact piece photographed. Show more