Ultra-Hematitic Barite Rose Cracked geodes 5” x 2” and weighs

5” x 2” and weighs 2 oz

Both species are commonly found around North America and Europe

sharp clusters

while pyrite (FeS₂) crystallizes as golden flecks within the stone

Found in the White River Formation in Pennington County

Ultra-Hematitic Barite Rose Cracked geodes 5” x 2” and weighsThese dark red violet rose rocks consist of sandy crystals of barite (barium sulfate) in petal like clusters that resemble a rose in full bloom. These specimens are richer in iron than normal barite roses, giving them their unique coloring. Deposited approximately 250 million years ago during the Permian Period. The rose rocks are found in Oklahomas Garber sandstone formations. Because the barite is more durable than the sandstone, the rosettes erode