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Post by miket on Sept 13, 2024 8:25:17 GMT -5
Bought this slab at a rock show, can someone tell me what it is? Also, the white parts (scientific term) are super soft, almost chalky. Thanks!   |
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Post by cabby on Sept 13, 2024 8:36:10 GMT -5
The shape of the white parts is called plumes, but no idea what mineral it is. Really curious about this one! The banding looks like crazy lace but never seen those plumes.
My uneducated guess (I am a complete beginner) would be something from chihuahua based off the combo of banding and inclusions, maybe an abnormal laguna? looking forward to input from someone that actually knows this stuff!
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wpotterw
spending too much on rocks
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Post by wpotterw on Sept 13, 2024 9:07:26 GMT -5
Bought this slab at a rock show, can someone tell me what it is? Also, the white parts (scientific term) are super soft, almost chalky. Thanks! I bought a piece like that and they called it Laguna Plume, and said the plumes are calcite. I just checked and it is not in stock. |
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realrockhound
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Chucking leaverite at tweekers
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Post by realrockhound on Sept 13, 2024 9:26:32 GMT -5
Mexican snow plume. It’s from the laguna area if I remember correctly. Fairly recent discovery
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Post by miket on Sept 13, 2024 13:30:12 GMT -5
The shape of the white parts is called plumes, but no idea what mineral it is. Really curious about this one! The banding looks like crazy lace but never seen those plumes. My uneducated guess (I am a complete beginner) would be something from chihuahua based off the combo of banding and inclusions, maybe an abnormal laguna? looking forward to input from someone that actually knows this stuff! Thanks, I knew they were plumes and I knew it is an agate but after that I was clueless- and of course I forgot to ask when I bought it! Bought this slab at a rock show, can someone tell me what it is? Also, the white parts (scientific term) are super soft, almost chalky. Thanks! I bought a piece like that and they called it Laguna Plume, and said the plumes are calcite. I just checked and it is not in stock. Hmmm, thanks. Calcite would explain why it's undercutting. Mexican snow plume. It’s from the laguna area if I remember correctly. Fairly recent discovery Thank you sir, I appreciate it. Hopefully I can get some decent cabs, I bought it for the plumes. 🙂 |
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realrockhound
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Chucking leaverite at tweekers
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Post by realrockhound on Sept 13, 2024 13:34:47 GMT -5
I got some. Haven’t cut it yet. Probably won’t. Face polish and display.
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dshanpnw
fully equipped rock polisher
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Post by dshanpnw on Sept 13, 2024 17:28:05 GMT -5
Beautiful cab. Love the shape. I will have to make some with that template. Thanks for sharing.
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Post by miket on Sept 13, 2024 19:36:38 GMT -5
Beautiful cab. Love the shape. I will have to make some with that template. Thanks for sharing. Thanks! |
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Post by rockjunquie on Sept 13, 2024 19:41:13 GMT -5
Nice cab, Mike. The material is new to me. I like.  |
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Post by miket on Sept 13, 2024 22:22:56 GMT -5
Nice cab, Mike. The material is new to me. I like. Thanks Tela! |
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realrockhound
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Post by realrockhound on Sept 13, 2024 23:01:18 GMT -5
I happened to obtain it from a friend, who just so happens to be a staple member here. Pretty sure he was one of the firsts to get it once it went into circulation. If I’m not mistaken, I think it’s a new discovery that was found within the last couple of years. I’m sure he can chime in with more info if he sees this post.
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Post by jasoninsd on Sept 14, 2024 22:10:28 GMT -5
Yeah...RRH nailed the ID. I've been watching this material and pondering getting a slab or two. Mike, thanks for letting me know about the softer (calcite) plumes... Nice cab!  |
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Post by miket on Sept 15, 2024 8:52:24 GMT -5
Yeah...RRH nailed the ID. I've been watching this material and pondering getting a slab or two. Mike, thanks for letting me know about the softer (calcite) plumes... Nice cab! Thanks! I'm hoping to get some better ones out of it, we'll see! |
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realrockhound
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Chucking leaverite at tweekers
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Post by realrockhound on Sept 15, 2024 23:51:23 GMT -5
So I read this stuff fluoresces under light. Haven’t tried it yet. Might make for a great theme someday
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Post by Pat on Sept 16, 2024 2:25:36 GMT -5
Interesting slab.
Beautiful cab!
Thanks!
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Post by miket on Sept 16, 2024 6:36:34 GMT -5
Interesting slab. Beautiful cab! Thanks! Thank you Pat |
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