Manganese Oxide Dendrite Slab - Utah Location: Permafrost

Location: Permafrost

One of the world's most famous pieces of spinel jewelry includes the Black Prince's Ruby

This mineral has only been discovered in one place on Earth

You will receive one (1) bracelet similar to the one pictured

These dendrites are branches of manganese crystals that have grown out and over the surface of their host rock

Manganese Oxide Dendrite Slab - Utah Location: PermafrostHere is one of the most confusing minerals you may have ever seen. At first glance, someone would reasonably assume this is a fossil specimen showcasing some form of plant material, but they would be incorrect and they have fallen victim to a pseudofossil! This is a specimen plate of manganese oxide dendrites. They get their name from the Greek word "dendron", meaning tree. These dendrites are branches of manganese crystals that have grown out and