Downunder Rocks!!!! Mookaite

The next in my series of cabochons posted on my gemstone website; Mookaite Jasper.

Mookaite is found only in Australia and is actually a fossiliferous sedimentary rock. It comes from, Mooka Creek in the Kennedy Ranges near Gascoyne Junction which is about 100 miles inland from the coastal town of Carnarvon in Western Australia. Also known as mookite, mookalite, mookerite, moakite, moukalite and moukaite. However, mookaite is considered the correct spelling.
It has been found in many very bright colors, reds, purples, tan, snow white, ivory white, pinks and many other shades. http://www.gemalchemy.com/pages1/mookaite.html

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This Dalmatian Doggy Won't Bite

He doesn't bite, he doesn't growl.
He doesn't bark, he doesn't howl.
He hangs around for the pretty view.
If you wear him, you'll be pretty too!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/74575358/dalmatian-jasper-and-sterling-silver
I just finished this pendant and couldn't wait to post it. This is the first carved critter jewelry piece I've done, but I don't think it will be the last. I'm pretty pleased with the way it turned out. I'm not sure what I'll carve next, something different or course. I think I'll do more dalmatians too, but each one will be unique.

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Another Rarity, No it's Not Wood!

The latest in my in my on going quest to list my freshly cut cabochons. May I introduce Deschutes Jasper to the unfamiliar (if that includes you don't feel bad, this stuff is very rare). These stones feature striking patterns in rich earthy tones in creamy tans and chocolate browns. I think it looks a bit like wood grain.
http://www.gemalchemy.com/pages1/deschutesjasper.html

 

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And Now For Something Very Rare!

Laguna Agate is one of the most sought after and rare of all the banded agates. I've actually had these cabochons for about three years, but just couldn't bring myself to part with them until now. I just love the bright white against the rich reds in these stones.
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ArtFire Fairy Collection

I feel honored to be included in this Collection. There is some really great work here. I hope you'll take the time to visit some of these artist:
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Seeing Spots Again? No, This Time It's Dots!!!!

Ah yes, my on going effort to load my freshly cut cabochons onto my gemstone website continues. The latest entry is Polka Dot Agate. This is a new category for me, and I really like this material:
http://www.gemalchemy.com/pages1/polkadotagate.html

Polka Dot Agate is a fine chalcedony found in central Oregon. Color ranges; yellow, red, blue, white and some pink. Beautiful patterns and landscapes are displayed in this remarkable material.
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Double Dalmatian! Yikes, I'm seein' Spots before My Eyes!

I finally finished cutting, and sorting all the cabochons I tumbled. I'm in the process of putting them on my gemstone website: http://www.gemalchemy.com/index.html
The first installment is dalmatian jasper, including my dalmatian Dalmatian Dog, and a spotted heart.
http://www.gemalchemy.com/pages1/dalmatian.html

I'm not sure how I'll use this pup yet, necklace, pendant, brooch. I'm open to suggestions. Below are the stones I've added to the Dalmatian section. I'll be adding others soon.

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