Elk Creek Calcite Specimen DX466 iris quartz Auvergne-Rhone-Aples

Auvergne-Rhone-Aples

Reverse Intaglio Sun Wukong Monkey King Carving in Quartz

natural green tones give the crystals an understated but elegant appearance

so the only pieces you'll see on the market are those from older collections

While these formations very closely resemble moss or lichen

Elk Creek Calcite Specimen DX466 iris quartz Auvergne-Rhone-AplesElk Creek Calcite Specimen Approx. Dimensions: 4. 25x3. 25x2. 25 inches Approx. Weight: 482 grams Locality: Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota Elk Creek, South Dakota, is world renowned for producing some of the finest gem quality barite crystals, often found on a contrasting matrix of yellow fluorescent calcite. These specimens are highly sought after by collectors for their intense amber, honey, or "root beer" coloration and exceptional