Rhyolite Slab

Volcanic Artistry from the American Southwest

This stunning Rhyolite slab from Hatch, New Mexico is a piece of volcanic history. Formed from rapidly cooled silica-rich lava, it showcases soft desert tones — beige, mauve, and lavender — in elegant swirls and fine banding that earned it the nickname “Desert Bloom Stone.” At 60 grams and measuring 3.6" x 2.8", it’s a beautifully sized specimen for display, lapidary work, or any collector who appreciates the quiet beauty of igneous rock.

Specimen Details

• Mineral: Rhyolite
• Dimensions: 3.6" x 2.8"
• Weight: 60 grams
• Origin: Hatch, New Mexico, USA
• Condition: Cut slab with natural edge
• Color: Beige, mauve, and lavender
• Composition: Primarily quartz, feldspar, and biotite
• Chemical Family: Igneous rock
• Formation: Rapidly cooled lava rich in silica
• Hardness: 6–7 on Mohs scale
• Nickname: “Desert Bloom Stone”

Note: Some photographs were taken while the specimen was wet to enhance its natural colors.