Banded Carnelian

Banded Carnelian from Stirling Brook, Warren Township, Somerset County, New Jersey

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Translucent red-to-white banded Carnelian. One face is polished to highlight the color and impressions from Quartz crystals on outer faces. The Carnelian formed in cavities in basalt that weathered away. Ex. John Geiges collection #704. Repaired.


Cut

5.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm.

Locality

Stirling Brook, Warren Township, Somerset County, New Jersey


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