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[AGATE, KAZAKHSTAN, FOSSIL / STONE SPECIMENS]
On offer here is a c. 1980's (?) sample book of DENDRITIC AGATE SAMPLE FROM KAZAKHSTAN. The book style folder / folio measures 8.75 in x 12.5 in and has a total of16 specimen samples (15 inside and 1 on the cover) mounted. The sizes and types of dendrites vary, but all are polished and quite interesting to observe. One sample on the far right of 2nd page is chipped as shown. Dendritic agate is quite collectible and costly. This range of samples of gem quality dendritic agate could be re-purposed for jewelry or other projects.
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Dendrite Agate is translucent to an opaque member of the agate family that is characterized by inclusions of branch-like dendrites. It comes from the Greek word for ‘tree-like are inclusions that appear organic due to their plant-like structure. It can assist those involved in conservation projects. It’s grounding and calming energy keeps us connected to the Earth and our own roots for our growth.
They are basically inorganic parts of iron or manganese. The iron and manganese ions are abating access to the forming stone as weathering solutions from neighboring rock. The adulteration crystallizes inside the agate in branching formations seeping through fine surface fractures. In some cases, dendrite inclusions may form in spotted clusters rather than branching structures. These are sometimes referred to as ‘mosquito stones’.
Dendrite stone also called the “Stone of Plenitude”. Dendrite Agate is associated with abundance, prosperity, and growth, not just monetary but in every aspect of one’s life. It can enhance one’s self-confidence and perseverance, also transform negative energies (both in the environment and the body) into positive energies.
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