Marcasite Stalactite from Linwood Mine DX3185 quan yin Banded Agate

Banded Agate

all seemingly dancing and shifting as the stone is moved

Aquamarine with Mica

The process of banded agate formation involves a combination of mineral-rich solutions

Dimensions (Bird): - 3 x 1

Marcasite Stalactite from Linwood Mine DX3185 quan yin Banded AgateMarcasite Stalactite from Linwood Mine Approx. Dimensions: 2x2x0. 75 inches Approx. Weight: 20. 8 grams Locality: Linwood Mine, Buffalo, Scott Co., Iowa, USA Marcasite specimens from the Linwood Mine (Buffalo, Scott County, Iowa, USA) are eye catching mineral pieces prized by collectors for their metallic luster and distinctive crystal forms. Marcasite is an iron disulfide (FeS?) mineral that crystallizes in tabular, spear like or stalactitic clusters