Specimens

Sunstone, the state gemstone of Oregon. 6 pieces.  Sunstone is plagioclase feldspar. Copper inclusions give it a spangled appearance when viewed from the correct direction. Oregon sunstone was made the state gemstone in 1987. At one time it was found most plentifully in southern Norway and southern Sweden. $9
Royalite, which is fluorite, quartz, pyrite and other minerals.  From Colorado.  Haven't worked with this stone but it is said the lapidary potential is good.  2"x2"x1"  $11
Material from what was once an ocean bottom.  Kansas.  4"x4"   $7
Old stock polka dot agate.   4"x3"x3".  The location is near Ashwood Oregon which Wikipedia describes as a ghost town. It was named for Ash Butte which has volcanic ash deposits on its sides. The area was home to the Paiute and Sahaptin, who were forcibly removed. Settlers moved in and raised sheep and cattle. Then Ashwood became a gold and silver mining town, until the minerals ran out. It has now returned to agriculture and ranching. The area is popular with rockhounds.  $7
Fluorite from New Mexico.  Very light weight.  5"x3"x2".  $2
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Pulina limb cast agate from Pulina Oregon area.  3"x2".  $7
Mahogany obsidian from Glass Buttes, Oregon.  Weighs 1.5 lb.  $8
Idaho jasper, about one pound.  Largest piece is approx.  4"x4"x1".  $6