This Polished Agate Plate from Brazil is a beautifully polished slab of agate, showcasing its vibrant colors and distinctive banding patterns. The expert polishing highlights the agate's natural beauty and geological features.
Geological Information:
- Location: Brazil - Type: Agate, a type of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of silica (SiO₂) - Formation: Agate is formed in cavities of volcanic rocks, such as basalt, through the deposition of silica-rich fluids - Age: Cretaceous period, approximately 100-65 million years old - Polishing: The agate plate has been carefully polished to reveal its natural beauty and geological features.
This polished agate plate is a stunning example of Brazil's geological treasures, offering a glimpse into the region's rich geological history.
