Rhyolite Slab – 32 grams-Natural Beauty from Hatch, New Mexico
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Add a unique piece of volcanic artistry to your collection with this Rhyolite slab from Hatch, NM. Showcasing soft desert tones in elegant swirls and fine banding, this piece is perfect for collectors, lapidarists, or display.
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Mineral Name: Rhyolite
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Size Dimensions: 2.5x1.8 inches
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Weight: 32 grams
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Condition: Cut slab with natural edge
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Origin: Hatch, New Mexico, USA
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Chemical Family: Igneous Rock
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Composition: Primarily Quartz, Feldspar, Biotite
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Color: Beige, Mauve, Lavender
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Formation: Rapidly cooled lava rich in silica
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Hardness: 6–7 on Mohs scale
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Nickname: “Desert Bloom Stone”
Note: Some photographs were taken while the specimen was wet to enhance its natural colors.