Petrified Palm Root Slab 50

A unique material both in pattern and name, Indonesian Palm Root as it is commonly called, is fossilized masses of Caddis Fly larvae tubes - hence the alternate name “maggot agate”.  The patterns are bold and colorful which will make distinctive cabs or a great collectors piece. 

Origin:  Indonesia

Dimensions: 2.5" x 2" and approximately 6.3 mm thick .  Weight = 43 grams. 

Shown wet.  Not polished.  Flaws are shown as white lines in the final picture frame.