Chrysanthemum Stone Disks

Chrysanthemum Stone Disks

Measures: ~3-4

From China

Chrysanthemum Stone, also known as Flower Stone, is a rare stone consisting of a brown or black matrix (made up of Limestone, Dolomite, Porphyry, Clay, & Gypsum). It has natural inclusions of Calcite, Feldspar, Crandallite, Andalusite, and Celestite. These inclusions are generally white on a very dark matrix and resemble that of a Chrysanthemum flower. They are believed to have been formed over 290 million years ago with the help of hot temperatures and organic-rich mud on sea floors. These stones can be found mainly in China and Japan however, there have been recent discoveries in Canada and the United States. These findings have been bringing more attention to this highly mysterious stone.