MADAGASCAR DENDRITIC 

LANDSCAPE AGATE

This extraordinary gem from Africa perfectly frames, in

 miniature, the wind-tossed image of a frond or tree.

The misty, see-though lens of agate that covers this

 mysterious image is framed in crisp, dramatic banding

 of opaque chalcedony in snow white and coffee brown.

 Beautiful and so unique, this polished stone is perfect

 for display, meditation, as an exceptional wire wrap or

 very special pocket stone.

 You will receive the exact Madagascar agate shown,

 measuring 1.5 inches (38 x 25 x 12mm) and weighing

 15g. This fascinating stone ships in a clear gem box

 within a gift box and drawstring bag.

The fantastical plant-like images within dendritic agate

are created by dark crystals of manganese or iron that

 grow in branching formations within fine fractures

 as the agate forms. The images are known as dendrites,

 which is a Greek word meaning "tree-like." Most agate

 does not include dendrites, and most dendritic agate

 does not include banding. This rare piece showcases both,

a unique keepsake of the beauty and intricacy of

 the natural world.

MezoZoica is our brick-and-mortar shop 

 in the Wild and Scenic River corridor of the

Trinity Mountains in Weaverville, California. 

We are a curiosity shop. We aim to delight and intrigue, 

selling treasures from the Natural Sciences, including

 minerals, crystals, gemstones, fossils, sea shells,

 framed butterflies, insects, and meteorites. 

We also sell Art, Antiques and Oddities.