Gypsum "Desert Rose" w/ sand inclusions

Erfoud, Er Rachidia Province, Draa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Small Cabinet, 9.9 x 7.8 x 6.7 cm
Start Time: 10/12/2017 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 10/19/2017 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Intergrown tabular gypsum blades included with sand form a wonderful and aesthetic floater specimen from recent finds in Morocco. These are called "Desert Roses" for their obvious sculptural form. The pristine large crystal is 5.3 cm. Complete all-around and in great shape, with only two broken blades noted. This showy piece has multiple display views.

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