This 23g Moss Agate slab displays dramatic ribbons of earthy gold winding through a translucent lavender-gray matrix. Its layered, root-like inclusions mimic wood grain or fossilized moss, making it a standout collector’s slice or lapidary material.
Size Dimensions: 2.1 x 1.7 inches
Weight: 23 grams
Condition: Unpolished slab with rough, natural edges and striking internal banding
Origin: Not specified (commonly India, Indonesia, or the United States)
Chemical Family: Silicate – Chalcedony variety Composition: Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂) Color: Smoky lavender-gray with golden brown mossy veins Formation: Formed from silica-rich solutions in volcanic gas cavities Hardness: 6.5–7 on Mohs scale
Nickname: "Pocket Forest"
Note: Some photographs were taken while the slab was wet to enhance natural colors.
