Savvas Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 I was wondering what kind of minerals would make this cephalon from my collection have this color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Iron oxide. 2 ...How to Philosophize with a Hammer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savvas Posted April 26, 2023 Author Share Posted April 26, 2023 (edited) 1 minute ago, Kane said: Iron oxide. Thank you Kane for the reply. It doesn't seem to flake or produce any dust. Could it be stable? Edited April 26, 2023 by Savvas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Since it is already oxidized, it should be safe as the chemical process that would result in further damage (oxidation) is relatively complete. ...How to Philosophize with a Hammer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savvas Posted April 26, 2023 Author Share Posted April 26, 2023 1 minute ago, Kane said: Since it is already oxidized, it should be safe as the chemical process that would result in further damage (oxidation) is relatively complete. That was my thought, thanks! So it was never iron in the first place to get oxidized and compromise it's form. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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