3-1/2" Faden Quartz ff2830cad20dd23666df7583044d8aa7 The exact types of animals

The exact types of animals that laid these eggs are unknown

crystal structure (pseudocubically twinned)

created from coral

Chelicerata

3-1/2" Faden Quartz ff2830cad20dd23666df7583044d8aa7 The exact types of animalsFaden Quartz occurs when Quartz crystals grow in a fault zone, where earthquakes and other movement in the earth cause the crystal to grow in beautiful chain like patterns. As the earth splits further and further apart, quartz deposits add upon each other and create a bridge between the widening gap in the earth. This constant movement and change in environment makes these crystals have fascinating formations that are admired by collectors