The Banded Amethyst (Rwanda) in this photo is probably the most expensive material per/lb. I have ever tumbled.
Fun fact: Amethyst will lose color over time when exposed to UV Light.
I realize I didn't include a coin for scale in this photo. The Lesser female is an adult.
Here is a mini-photo of some of these stones with a quarter for proportion. :)
You have inspired me to to do something similar. I wont copy though with my tumbled stones, but maybe take some pictures with use my large crystals.
05-21-2021, 06:27 AM
Lord Sorril
Re: Snakes and Stones
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LOve amethyst,one of my favorites.
You have inspired me to to do something similar. I wont copy though with my tumbled stones, but maybe take some pictures with use my large crystals.
Sounds interesting! I look forward to seeing the photos.
Side story: Last weekend I was incredibly tempted to buy a huge rainbow titanium coated quartz crystal (single piece), but, it was $150...too much...I could get 350lbs. of rodent (dog) food for that price. ;)
05-21-2021, 04:58 PM
Ascended
Re: Snakes and Stones
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Originally Posted by Lord Sorril
Side story: Last weekend I was incredibly tempted to buy a huge rainbow titanium coated quartz crystal (single piece), but, it was $150...too much...I could get 350lbs. of rodent (dog) food for that price. ;)
My big crystals are from ages ago, like you I would rather buy something for the snakes (or a snake) :D
Blue Lace Agate (Malawi)
Normally blue lace is a bit pricey, but, I got a good deal on this material.
Once I removed the rind on these agates: the surface of the stones were heavily pitted (doh!).
It was a tough call, but, I chose to leave some of the character of the stones intact rather than grind them into 'perfect' specimens.
Pattern and coloration on this snake is typical for Pastel Het Clown +/- a het recessive or two. :)
