Flint Specimen - Item R02986

The "Ohio flint" is the official gemstone of Ohio state. It is formed from limey debris that was deposited at the bottom of inland Paleozoic seas hundreds of millions of years ago that hardened into limestone and later became infused with silica. The flint from Flint Ridge is found in many hues like red, green, pink, blue, white, and grey, with the color variations caused by minute impurities of iron compounds. There are many small pits on the face of the stone and are just natural flaws.

This piece has been high speed sanded which gives it a high shine. The specimen weighs 9 1/8 ounces and is approx. 3 3/4 inches wide and 2 3/8 inches tall and 2 inches thick at its thickest point.

A display stand comes with the purchase of this item. (size 2)