Desert Rose

Desert rose is the colloquial name given to rosette formations of crystal clusters of gypsum or baryte which contain abundant sand grains. The rosette crystal habit tends to occur when the crystals form in arid sandy conditions, such as the evaporation of a shallow salt basin. The desert rose may also be known by the names: sand rose, rose rock, selenite rose, gypsum rose and baryte (barite) rose.

It is said that in every rose formation, there is a spiritual guardian.

Contains chips and natural cracks. Contains natural cavities and pitting. Item is fragile and may become brittle during transportation.