Indian Paint Stone.

[Dennis]

Another of my present stash of stones from Designer Cabochons, is Indian Paint Stone, from Death Valley in California. It is a kind of soft jasper, with veins of haematite. Since the region was declared a national park, mining is prohibited and the material has acquired a rarity value.

To me it looks more like an exotic hardwood, but I found a taker, so here is the set mounted on Argentium Silver.

Stone for Pendant, 36 x 28 mm
Stone for Ring, 37x 19 mm
Stones for Ear Studs, 10 mm in diameter
Chain, 2.00mm Argentium Triple Rope from Fire Mountain. 40cm, adjusting to 45cm Dennis.

[enigma]

Those are absolutely beautiful Dennis!

[Dennis]

Thank you Sarah. Dennis.

[china]

Nice job, from the pics the stone has some similarities to Boulder Opal

[joella]

Lovely pieces Dennis, what an interesting stone - very tactile looking.

[Dennis]

Thank you, Bob and Sue.
Yes, it is rather like the matrix of boulder opals, complete with the iron.
I have the opportunity to see them in use form time to time and catch the wearer, run their fingers over the stone.

[TDA20]

Dennis they are lovely and they are very interesting stones.. I am a huge fan of your work and enjoy the little extra touches, like the drop (not sure of the right name) at the back of the necklace?

[Dennis]

Thank you Tamara Dorothy Alice 20. As you are a valued participating member, could we call you by your name? Regards, Dennis.

[TDA20]

Lol, it's Tess :)
Although I do find your alternative entertaining!