Agate (Thunder Egg) Sphere 14"

This Agate (Thunder Egg) Sphere would make a beautiful and beneficial addition to any space.  This one-of-a-kind agate sphere is 100% natural and originated from Oregon. Thundereggs are agate-filled nodules found in various parts of the Western United States. The most colorful and beautiful of Thundereggs comes from a small area in Jefferson County in Central Oregon (Pony Butte). In other localities they do not show such brilliant color and gem quality. In spite of their superior quality, only one in an average of twenty cut make outstanding specimens. These show vivid scenes of land and sea fantasies, which besides the bright hues, reveal the appearance of depth and dimension of distance. They are one of the marvels of nature and are sought after and highly prized the world over. According to legend, Thundereggs were so named by Native Americans of Central Oregon. The natives of this region are said to have believed these strange, agate-filled stones were missiles thrown by angry, fig