Rare Dendritic Talc deals Cabochon from Montana

This Rare and Beautiful Dendritic Talc cabochon is about 2-1/2" long x deals 2" wide and hand beveled for optimum bezel or wrapping. This Talc specimen with internal black manganese oxide dendrite growths was hand cut in Utah but the rough was previously mined at Yellowstone Mine, Gravelly Range, Madison Co., Montana, USA.

Talc is the oldest known white pigment and was used in prehistoric cave paintings. According to metaphysical beliefs, talc enhances clarity and purity of thought and brings good fortune. This soapstone variety has long been a popular carving medium for ornamental objects.

Talc is collected for its rank as the softest of all minerals, blue color, and lack of crystal structure.