Ultra-Hematitic Barite Rose nodules deep-green malachite with the classic

deep-green malachite with the classic “velvet” texture for which Congo malachite is renowned

25" and weighs 16

43" and weighs 4 oz

This item is 5” x 3” and weighs 51

5” and weighs 10 oz

Ultra-Hematitic Barite Rose nodules deep-green malachite with the classicThese 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