{"product_id":"carey-plume-agate-rough-classic-red-oyster-shell","title":"Carey Plume Agate Rough - Classic Red with Oyster Shell Pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld stock Carey Plume Agate rough showing the \u003cem\u003eclassic red coloration\u003c\/em\u003e this material is known for. While I am \u003cstrong\u003enot seeing visible plume on the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e, there does appear to be \u003cstrong\u003eplume potential\u003c\/strong\u003e based on the agate structure. The piece also features a \u003cem\u003eneat oyster shell-like pattern\u003c\/em\u003e that adds unusual textural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Natural Carey Plume Agate\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 98mm x 72mm x 49mm (Inches - 3.9\" x 2.8\" x 1.9\")\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 449 grams (15.84 oz)\u003cbr\u003e• Rarity: Ultra Rare\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Oregon, USA\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Natural rough, unpolished\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarey Plume Agate was discovered by Shirley Quant decades ago and became an Oregon classic due to its \u003cstrong\u003ebright red plume\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ewell-defined moss agate\u003c\/strong\u003e characteristics. The material hasn't been mined in over 20 years, making it a rare Oregon plume variety sought by collectors. It takes a quality polish and was a favorite for cabbing among vintage rockhounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eoyster shell-like pattern\u003c\/em\u003e is uncommon for Carey Plume and gives this rough \u003cstrong\u003edistinctive textural character\u003c\/strong\u003e beyond the typical look. \u003cstrong\u003eHonest plume disclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e - no visible plume on surface, but potential is there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Cabochon cutting\u003cbr\u003e• Oregon plume collectors\u003cbr\u003e• Texture-focused slab work\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHOTO NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e All photos are taken wet to show polish potential. The last photo is taken dry to show any natural imperfections or surface features, so please review it before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRough stones may contain natural fractures, pits, or inclusions typical of unpolished material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LapidaryCentral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46029074333930,"sku":"R1001","price":113.63,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/3454\/8392\/files\/R1001-carey-plume-agate-rough-classic-red-oyster-shell-1.jpg?v=1778127299","url":"https:\/\/lapidarycentral.com\/en-ca\/products\/carey-plume-agate-rough-classic-red-oyster-shell","provider":"Lapidary Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}