Natural Crystals: Chrysanthemum Stone Specimens (approx. 10x8x4cm)

Chrysanthemum Stone

Sometimes called ‘flower stone’ the basic components of the rock are very similar to that of Andalusite. The main component of chrysanthemum stone is Al2SiO5 and it typically forms a rhombic crystal system with columnar crystals. It is rare stone that formed approximately 270 million years ago and is almost uniquely found in Liuyang City, Hunan Province China.