Description
We purchased this slab from a vendor at a gem show in 2026. The vendor was selling it as “Dragons Blood from Australia.” Upon questioning the vendor, he confirmed this identification. However, after conducting online research, we determined that the stone was not, in fact, Dragons Blood. We did discover a similar Australian stone, “Dragons Stone,” which closely resembled the purchased specimen in appearance.
Dragons Stone is a microcrystalline quartz stone that has undergone metamorphism from fuchsite. It is formed when a fuchsite vein partially dissolves into a silica solution due to intense pressure and superheated groundwaters, which subsequently dissolve the fuchsite, creating large boulders. The green color of Dragons Stone matches that of fuchsite; however, the muscovite mica has metamorphosed into chalcedony (microcrystalline quartz). Chrysoprase, another Australian stone that is a form of chalcedony, exhibits a different shade of green compared to Dragons Stone. Additionally, Dragons Stone displays patterns not found in Chrysoprase, due to its unique mineral composition and formation process. This translucent material, similar to Chrysoprase, appears to be well-suited for crafting cabochons.
