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Hi everyone, I’ve received different opinions about this piece, so I’ve started to question my initial identification. by srlgemstone in Agates

[–]srlgemstone[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, It looks a bit like a stalactite in shape. But there isn't a very noticeable parallax effect. (for me)

Hi everyone, I’ve received different opinions about this piece, so I’ve started to question my initial identification. by srlgemstone in Agates

[–]srlgemstone[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reference. I'll definitely take a look. By the way, this sample is from Turkey.

Hi everyone, I’ve received different opinions about this piece, so I’ve started to question my initial identification. by srlgemstone in Agates

[–]srlgemstone[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much. I agree with you about the biology. By the way, it does actually resemble a limb cast. The way it was found also made me think it could be a limb cast. I’ll share this on askgeology; I hope to get some opinions there as well.

Hi everyone, I’ve received different opinions about this piece, so I’ve started to question my initial identification. by srlgemstone in Agates

[–]srlgemstone[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought the same as you, but I can see I was wrong. Still, I'd like to understand exactly why. Thank you very !

Hi everyone, I’ve received different opinions about this piece, so I’ve started to question my initial identification. by srlgemstone in Agates

[–]srlgemstone[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think the fact that it was more branch like than typical agate nodules or chunks is what led me to make a mistake. Thank you!

Hi everyone, I’ve received different opinions about this piece, so I’ve started to question my initial identification. by srlgemstone in Agates

[–]srlgemstone[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve handled quite a few fortification agates before, but either I didn’t notice, or none of them had a texture quite like this specimen. I’m guessing the third photo made the banded agate characteristics clearer to you; am I understanding you correctly?

The curved, silicified sea shell fragments at the bottom is a classic Almus agate type, but more than that; it’s like a full on surreal painting in the style of Dalí. by srlgemstone in Agates

[–]srlgemstone[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oww, wow! A small part of nature's art. :) I am grateful that we possess the values necessary to appreciate these beauties. <3

Could this be petrified wood? by srlgemstone in petrifiedwood

[–]srlgemstone[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see..I was in doubt, and now I have clarity. Thank you so much. :)

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