Quartz with Galena and Sphalerite from 9th of September Mine DC353 size 9 Because ammolite is derived from

Because ammolite is derived from a limited source and requires careful cutting to maximize its play-of-color

often displaying hues of blue

it began full production in 1975 and operated intermittently through the early 2000s and 2010s before ultimately closing in 2023

a location famous for producing some of the most exquisite plume agates around

Composed of potassium aluminum silicate

Quartz with Galena and Sphalerite from 9th of September Mine DC353 size 9 Because ammolite is derived fromQuartz with Galena and Sphalerite Approx. Dimensions: 4. 5 x 2. 5 x 3 inches Approx. Weight: 447 grams Locality: 9th of September Mine, Madan Municipality, Smolyan Province, Bulgaria Acrylic stand and putty are not included. From the famed 9th of September Mine in Bulgaria, this wonderful quartz specimen is in excellent condition. A plethora of quartz points of varying size cover the massive quartz underneath. There are only a couple of damaged points