often developing in smooth botryoidal formations or finely banded patterns

are direct descendants of creatures that once shared the seas with ammonites and trilobites

Far from being something to fear

Some areas appear almost cloudlike

those colour transitions are drawn upward

Chrysanthemum Stone | Turtles butterfly often developing in smooth botryoidalChrysanthemum flowers are beautifully carved from the surrounding stone by a skilled craftsman. The main mineral component of chrysanthemum stone is Andalusite. The outer surface of the stone has been coated to enhance the look of the carved flowers. Each Turtle is unique in its own way, all beautiful quality, one will be carefully chosen just for you! Size Approx: 10cm x 6. 5cm x 5cm Weight Approx: 250gms Source: Hunan Province Chrysanthemum Stone: