African Tumble Stone x6 - Large - Epidote Snowflake

This set of African tumble stones features natural epidote with dark mineral inclusions, creating a speckled “snowflake” pattern on a deep green base. Each stone is polished to a smooth finish while retaining its natural granular texture and variation, making it suitable for display, collecting, or decorative use.

Product Specifications & Documentation:
Net Weight: 31g/stone
Total Weight: 186g/bag
Quantity: 6 pieces
Size: Large

Materials/Ingredients:
Gemstone (Epidote Snowflake)

Historical Lore:
Epidote was first described in 1801 by French mineralogist René Just Haüy. It is a calcium aluminium iron silicate mineral commonly found in metamorphic rock formations. Significant deposits occur in regions including Austria, Norway, Mexico, and South Africa. Epidote is primarily known from geological and mineral specimen collections rather than widespread historical use in ancient jewellery or decorative arts. It is valued today in mineralogy and lapidary trade for its natural crystal formations and characteristic green coloration.