{"product_id":"agate-slice-with-calcite-cabinet-sized-mineral-specimen-from-brazil","title":"Agate Slice with Calcite | Cabinet Sized Mineral Specimen from Brazil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis stunning, natural agate and quartz slice has a naturally open center, which has an unusual addition of calcite crystals. Both sides have been expertly polished to reveal the stone's natural beauty and intricate formation patterns. Each agate slice is genuinely one-of-a-kind, making it a truly beautiful addition to your mineral and crystal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrazilian agate is a stunning type of banded chalcedony, mined primarily from the Rio Grande do Sul region of southern Brazil. Formed over 130 million years ago within volcanic lava flows and basalt cavities, these geological wonders cannot be fully appreciated until they are cut open and polished, which then finally showcases its natural beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe specimen comes with a black metal stand for upright display, though it can also rest flat on any surface. Handle with care to preserve the polished finish and avoid direct sunlight to maintain the vibrant color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecifications: 2.60 kilograms | 11.5 x 8.75 inches across | 0.75 inches thick\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LUX FORGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48938410508445,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/7085\/5325\/files\/CD13D8E5-5EFF-41C2-B15C-0179E005EE6C.jpg?v=1790188570","url":"https:\/\/luxforgedenver.com\/products\/agate-slice-with-calcite-cabinet-sized-mineral-specimen-from-brazil","provider":"LUX FORGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}