Dendritic Tumbled 1 LB

Quantity: 1 Pound

Pieces measure, on average: 0.5 in

Dendritic Calcite is a variety of calcite that contains dendritic inclusions, usually of manganese or iron oxides, which create branching, tree-like patterns within the stone. These inclusions form due to the precipitation of these oxides within the calcite, often in fractures or along cleavage planes.

The appearance of dendritic patterns in calcite can be quite striking, as the dark, fern-like dendrites create a sharp contrast against the typically white or light-colored background of the calcite. This gives each piece a unique and often intricate appearance, resembling a miniature landscape or fossilized foliage.