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Turritella Agate
Turritella Agate

Turritella Agate

Turritella Agate

A species of Fossil

Turritella Agate is an agate filled with fossils, found in the Green River Formation of Wyoming. The white imprints mark the fossilized snails that contrast with the dark brown stone of the agate. It is poorly named; scientists first thought that the fossilized snails within were of the genus Turritella, but this was later disproven.

Hardness
Hardness:

6.5 - 7

Density
Density:

2.59 - 2.61 g/cm³

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General Info About Turritella Agate

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Physical Properties of Turritella Agate

Diaphaneity
Translucent to opaque
Colors
Earthy brown, black, gray, white, tan, etc.
Magnetism
Non-magnetic
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Streak
White
Hardness
6.5 - 7 , Hard
Density
2.59 - 2.61 g/cm³, Normal Weight
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Chemical Properties of Turritella Agate

Chemical Classification
Silicates
Formula
SiO2

Health Risk of Turritella Agate

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What is the hazards of Turritella Agate?

Harm Type
Physical Toxicity
Turritella Agate in powdered form can be toxic due to its Crystalline Silica content.

How to prevent the risks of Turritella Agate?

Avoid long-term inhalation of its dust!
Turritella Agate is typically non-toxic unless it's in powder form. Long-term exposure to finely ground powder may lead to silicosis. Therefore, when cutting or polishing turritella Agate, be sure to wear a dust mask to avoid inhaling its dust.

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Rarity
Uncommon
Collection Recommendation
4.4 out of 5
Popularity
4
Aesthetic
4.4
Rarity
4
Sci-Cultural Value
4.4

The Market Price of Turritella Agate

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Rough/Tumbled Price

Fixed Price
$0.2 - $4 g

How to Care for Turritella Agate?

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Durability
Durable
Scratch resistance
Good

Toughness of Turritella Agate

Poor
Fair
Good
Excellent
Turritella Agate has excellent toughness due to its composition of chalcedony, which lacks cleavage and has a microcrystalline structure that resists breakage, chipping, and cracking.

Stability of Turritella Agate

Sensitive
Stable
Turritella Agate is considered stable for daily use as it resists water, sunlight, dry conditions, and most stains well. It should be protected from extreme heat and harsh chemicals to maintain its condition.
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Characteristics of Turritella Agate

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Uses of Turritella Agate

Turritella Agate is a popular decorative stone due to the fascinating and eye-catching patterns that are revealed when it is polished. Large specimens are tumbled to make interesting paperweights and decorative stones. It is also cut into cabochons and used to make unique belt buckles, ring stones, pendants, and earrings.

Etymology of Turritella Agate

The name Turritella comes from the Latin word turritus meaning "turreted" or "towered" and the diminutive suffix -ella.

Healing Properties of Turritella Agate

Keep your cool with turritella Agate, as it's supposed to ease stress and build resilience in difficult situations. It's also believed to reduce your harmful habits and build emotional and physical stamina. Turritella Agate has been said to improve fertility, specifically for those using fertility treatments. Beyond this, it's meant to have a positive impact during pregnancy, helping curb postpartum depression.
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