Birdseye Rhyolite Slab – Dominant Purple Coloration – Old Stock Original
This old stock original Birdseye rhyolite displays dominant purple tones with the distinctive orbicular eye patterns that give this material its name. The slab is mostly solid with excellent cabbing potential, representing exhausted Mexican deposits from vintage collections.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Birdseye Rhyolite
• Dimensions: 100mm x 65mm x 6mm (Inches - 3.9" x 2.6" x 0.2")
• Weight: 57 grams (2.01 oz)
• Rarity: Rare
• Origin: Mexico
• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project
Birdseye Rhyolite is a volcanic rhyolite featuring attractive colorations and impressive orbicular eye-like patterns that give it its name. Mined in Mexico, the original deposits have reportedly been exhausted. The majority of LapidaryCentral's Birdseye Rhyolite comes from original old stock deposits and miners.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
This piece is old stock original material from depleted deposits, making it increasingly valuable. The purple dominance is particularly attractive in this volcanic stone.
PERFECT FOR
• Cabochon cutting
• Display specimens
• Vintage rhyolite collectors
PHOTO NOTE: All photos wet to show polish potential, except last photo (dry) to examine natural flaws. Colors may vary on monitors.
This listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.
