Navajo Cuff Bracelet, Artie Yellowhorse 6ca36b5053af0be54572493a22a799eb the whole mass hardened

the whole mass hardened

Barite is a soft mineral that is hard to find in undamaged condition

giving the specimen a slight shimmer

It is thought that early man carried pyrite to start fires that contributed to his survival

the Tully monster swam along with relatives of modern shrimps

Navajo Cuff Bracelet, Artie Yellowhorse 6ca36b5053af0be54572493a22a799eb the whole mass hardenedTurquoise is a hydrous phosphate of aluminum and copper, found mainly in massive form and in colors ranging from blue to green, depending upon the content of copper it is associated with. Turquoise was originally imported from Turkey, where it derives its name. Turquoise, the "fallen sky stone", has for over 7000 years been valued by cultures for its beauty. It is reputed to have spiritual and life giving qualities, and it is highly prized by Native