{"product_id":"glass-butte-obsidian-rough-rare-psuedo-fire-gold-sheen-volcanic-glass","title":"Glass Butte Obsidian Rough – Rare Psuedo-Fire Gold Sheen Volcanic Glass","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e🔥 Glass Butte Psuedo-Fire Gold Sheen Obsidian Rough – Rare Oregon Cutter with Sunset Flash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"373\"\u003ehigh-grade rough chunk of Gold Sheen Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eGlass Butte region of Oregon\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing a bold sunset-gold shimmer with \u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"483\"\u003ehints of rainbow flash\u003c\/strong\u003e in certain angles. While not considered “true fire,” this psuedo-fire variant is one of the most dramatic sheen types from Glass Butte—visually evocative of sunset flames trapped in volcanic glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e4 lbs 8 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece is \u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"736\"\u003elarge and blocky\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfect for slabbing into cabbing material, knapping into arrowheads or blades, or kept whole as a striking collector’s display. With old stock Glass Butte getting harder to source in large cutters, this is a beautiful and versatile example of an iconic Oregon obsidian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eMeasurements (inches - longest - approx.):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 x 4.6 x 4.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e🪨 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eWeight (approx):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 lbs 8 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e📝 Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eGold Sheen Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e is a naturally occurring \u003cstrong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003evolcanic glass\u003c\/strong\u003e prized for its shimmering metallic highlights caused by tiny gas bubbles or mineral inclusions (often magnetite) aligned during the cooling process. This particular specimen comes from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eGlass Butte, Oregon\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most iconic sources for sheen obsidian in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eGold Sheen from this locality is known for its distinct reflective properties—ranging from subtle champagne tones to intense \u003cstrong data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003esunset gold flashes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and occasionally displaying \u003cstrong data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003erainbow overtones\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s a versatile lapidary material that is commonly used in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eknapping, carving, or cabbing\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is highly collectible among obsidian enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eWhile some pieces may contain natural pits or fractures, it generally works cleanly and rewards the cutter with striking, high-contrast finishes. With Glass Butte obsidian deposits becoming increasingly picked over, older and more visually striking pieces like this one are harder to come by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e📸 Photo Notes \u0026amp; Disclaimers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003eThe photos you see are the same exact stone you will receive.\u003c\/strong\u003e They are taken \u003cstrong data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003ewet\u003c\/strong\u003e to demonstrate the color popping that occurs when polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003eThis piece is not polished unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eAs this is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003ecut and proven endcut\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003efinal image has been taken dry\u003c\/strong\u003e to help you examine any natural fractures, pits, or imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2533\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e🪨 Natural Stone \u0026amp; Fossil Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003eAll of the stones and fossils offered here are natural materials formed over millions of years through geological and organic processes. As a result, it is completely normal for them to exhibit natural fractures, pits, inclusions, voids, and other surface or internal features that reflect their ancient origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003eThese characteristics are not flaws—they are part of what makes each piece unique. 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