3.1" Natural Emerald Peridot And Chromium Crystals Minerals On Volcanic Rock Gila, AZ
Location: Gila, Arizona, San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation
Weight: 11.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 3.1 Inches Long, 3 Inches Wide, 1.7 Inches Thick
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This striking specimen showcases natural peridot and chromium crystals nestled within volcanic rock from Gila County, Arizona's renowned mining region. Peridot, the gem-quality form of olivine, originates from Peridot Mesa on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation east of Globe—America's premier peridot source. The crystals formed within ancient basalt flows from an extinct volcano, with individual specimens typically ranging from 6 to 13 millimeters. This particular piece captures the geological heritage of a landscape shaped by volcanic activity and fifty years of tribal mining tradition, making it an authentic representation of Arizona's distinctive mineral wealth.