Silver is an element (Ag on the periodic table) and a mineral, It does not often grow as its native metal. Native Silver grows as dendrites through stone, appearing as little "branches". Silver has been used throughout history in currency, jewelry, and technology. This specimen was put through a weak acid wash, dissolving the Calcite away around the Silver, leaving behind the original silver growths. From Morocco.
DImensions: 137 mm X 84.5 mm x 58 mm
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Silver is an element (Ag on the periodic table) and a mineral, It does not often grow as its native metal. Native Silver grows as dendrites through stone, appearing as little "branches". Silver has been used throughout history in currency, jewelry, and technology. This specimen was put through a weak acid wash, dissolving the Calcite away around the Silver, leaving behind the original silver growths. From Morocco.
DImensions: 137 mm X 84.5 mm x 58 mm