Chalcedony Druzy Stalactite Cluster, Poona, India—SM16

*This is a miniature specimen—please consider scale photos and examine dimensions carefully! Looking for a sparkly miniature specimen with a big personality? This is an organic looking Chalcedony stalactite, with an outer layer of sharp crystallization! The specimen features a gentle appearance with a rough, organic shape and pale white to golden shade that resembles coral. This miniature piece would be an excellent teeny display specimen, and is also suitable for gridding and use during meditation. Locality: Poona, India Dimensions: 2.00” x 0.50” x 0.50” (51mm x 13mm x 13mm) Weight: 11.5 g (0.41 oz) Chalcedony is the cryptocrystalline Quartz variety, with no visible banding. These stalactites are chalcedony grown in layered tubular shapes, resembling a coral or some other oceanic shape. Druzy (or drusy) is a crystallized crust layer, often microcrystalline quartz, that grows on top of other stones--it is named for the German word for dew, a reference to their sparkle. Healing Properties: Chalcedony is associated with the earth and water elements, and is believed to help support emotional balance, nurturing, and vitality. *Though many gems and minerals have historical and cultural associations with healing properties, these items are sold for display, study, and collector interest only. Check out more crystals and specimens in my Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PhenomenalGems?ref=si_shop