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1.9" Polished Spherulitic Rhyolite Sphere - Australia
This is an exceptionally colorful 1.9" wide polished spherulitic rhyolite stone, collected from Turee Creek Station, near the town of Newman in Western Australia. It has been shaped into a perfect sphere and polished to a glossy finish. Spherulites are the small rounded orange/pink bodies within the mossy green rhyolite.
Comes with an acrylic ring display stand.
Comes with an acrylic ring display stand.
What Is Rhyolite?
Rhyolite is a volcanic igneous rock known for its vibrant colors and intricate patterns. It forms from high-silica lava that cools quickly, often resulting in fine-grained or glassy textures. Rhyolite can range in color from earthy browns and grays to vivid shades of green, pink, red, and cream—sometimes all in one stone—making it a favorite for ornamental use.
Many polished rhyolite specimens display striking orbicular or flow-banded patterns caused by mineral inclusions and gas bubbles trapped during cooling. The green rhyolite with red “bloodstone-like” spots, often seen in decorative carvings or jewelry, is especially prized for its natural beauty and uniqueness. Found in various locations around the world, rhyolite is a visually captivating stone that tells the fiery story of its volcanic origins.
Rhyolite is a volcanic igneous rock known for its vibrant colors and intricate patterns. It forms from high-silica lava that cools quickly, often resulting in fine-grained or glassy textures. Rhyolite can range in color from earthy browns and grays to vivid shades of green, pink, red, and cream—sometimes all in one stone—making it a favorite for ornamental use.
Many polished rhyolite specimens display striking orbicular or flow-banded patterns caused by mineral inclusions and gas bubbles trapped during cooling. The green rhyolite with red “bloodstone-like” spots, often seen in decorative carvings or jewelry, is especially prized for its natural beauty and uniqueness. Found in various locations around the world, rhyolite is a visually captivating stone that tells the fiery story of its volcanic origins.
$75
SPECIES
Rhyolite
LOCATION
Turee Creek Station, near Newman, Pilbara, Western Australia
SIZE
1.9" diameter
CATEGORY
ITEM
#360407
