Ultra-Hematitic Barite Rose Cracked geodes Both species are commonly found

Both species are commonly found around North America and Europe

This item weighs is

5” x 2” and weighs 2 oz

This specimen is a red variety of corundum (Al₂O₃)

56" and weighs 3

Ultra-Hematitic Barite Rose Cracked geodes Both species are commonly foundThese dark red violet rose rocks consist of sandy crystals of barite (barium sulfate) in petal like clusters that resemble a rose in full bloom. These specimens are richer in iron than normal barite roses, giving them their unique coloring. Deposited approximately 250 million years ago during the Permian Period. The rose rocks are found in Oklahomas Garber sandstone formations. Because the barite is more durable than the sandstone, the rosettes erode