Birdseye Rhyolite Slab – Fiery Orange and Red Spiderweb – Old Stock Mexican Material
This old stock slab showcases fiery orange and red colors combined with intricate spiderweb patterns creating a dramatic display. The orbicular eye-like formations and vibrant coloration make this piece exceptional. These colors create captivating cabochons that resemble suns going supernova – truly cosmic in appearance.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Birdseye Rhyolite
• Dimensions: 104mm x 65mm x 6mm (Inches - 4.1" x 2.6" x 0.2")
• Weight: 60 grams (2.12 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. Birdseye Rhyolite tends to be quite solid and takes an excellent polish for jewelry. The majority of LapidaryCentral's Birdseye Rhyolite comes from original old stock deposits and miners.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
The combination of fiery orange and red tones with spiderweb material creates extraordinary depth. As exhausted deposit material, each piece becomes more valuable over time.
PERFECT FOR
• Statement cabochon cutting
• Display specimens
• Collectors of rare volcanic material
PHOTO NOTE: 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.
This listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.