Moss Agate from Georgia – Cabinet Specimen as a Unique Piece
This substantial Moss Agate specimen displays a varied pattern of green, whitish to grey, and locally brownish areas. Irregularly distributed green inclusions and structures create the characteristic moss-like to plant-like appearance associated with Moss Agate. Translucent to grey chalcedony and quartz-rich areas are interspersed with lighter veins and patches, producing a naturally varied structure. The specimen weighs approximately 650 g and retains its compact, natural shape.
Geology & Locality
Moss Agate is a variety of chalcedony characterized by distinctive green inclusions that often form dendritic, branching, or moss-like patterns. These structures are typically caused by various mineral inclusions incorporated into the silica-rich material during its formation. This unique piece originates from Georgia and shows the characteristic interplay of green inclusions with lighter and grey chalcedony-rich areas.
Usage Instructions
This product is ideal as a collector's item, decorative element, teaching material, or for scientific and exhibition purposes.
This table is for general information and orientation, although the sizes of the stones may vary. In addition, this specification is handled differently from region to region.
Sizes
Description
approx. Sizes in mm/cm
approx. Sizes in INCH
Capsule
Capsule
0.1–0.5 mm in a transparent hard capsule (approx. 1 cm)
capsule contents 0.1–0.5 mm
capsule contents 0.004–0.02 in
TN/mm
Micromount (TN = Thumbnail)
everything fitting in a TN Perky box or a MM box of approx. 1 in
approx. 0.5–2.5 cm
max. 1 in
Min
Miniature specimen
will not fit a TN or MM box anymore
approx. 2.5–5 cm
approx. 0.2–1.0 in
Scab
small cabinet specimen
approx. one-third to half a hand size
approx. 5–9 cm
approx. 1.0–2.0 in
Cab
cabinet specimen
full hand size
approx. 9–15 cm
approx. 2.0–3.5 in
large Cab
large cabinet specimen
approx. two hand sizes
approx. 15–30 cm
approx. 3.5–6.0 in
very large Cab
very large cabinet specimen
everything larger, no upper limit
Abbreviations commonly used in mineralogy.
Abbreviation
Meaning
xl
single crystal, possible with matrix
xls
noticeable crystals
(xl)
embedded or damaged
(xls)
embedded or damaged
MASS
massive and/or amorphous pieces
TYP
type locality of the original description
SWUV
shortwave-UV-reaction
UV
ultraviolet reaction
SC
self-collected
U
unique (single unique piece)
Legal Notices
Safety
We accept no liability for damages resulting from improper and/or non-recommended use. Please carefully assess the suitability of the product before any alternative use.
Responsible Provider
Mikon Mineralienkontor GmbH Steinslieth 11 D-37130 Gleichen OT Klein Lengden
