your new treasure is a rare and stunning fossil - dinosaur gembone! this agatized material is truly a one-of-a-kind find, formed across the ages from the remains of primarily sauropod dinosaurs. The mineral-rich waters that permeated the bones over time have given rise to a vibrant display of crystallization that is visible in the cell structure of the fossil today. Such perfect petrification conditions are limited to the Morrison Formation, which spans across Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico. Forest Fancies has sourced these fossils from old collections and transformed them into breathtaking keepsakes that pay homage to these incredible prehistoric creatures.
The craft of bead making is the oldest artform, tracing back to an era 100,000 years ago. When our ancient relatives began fashioning shells into adornments. As the ages turned, the artisans turned their attention to stone, carving them into exquisite gems beginning 10,000 years ago, each bead, a labor of love. In the present day, Shaun Austin carries forth this ancient tradition with the utmost care, carving each bead into a wearable treasure, chiseled from raw stone. Drawing inspiration from the styles of neolithic beads, Shaun adds a modern charm to the timeless traditions of antiquity, creating one of a kind pieces from a variety of unique materials, many of which are self-collected.