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Crook County Oregon Petrified Wood – Hampton Butte Area – 3 lb 13.2 oz
Beautiful, exceptionally dense petrified wood specimen from Crook County, Oregon, in the Hampton Butte area of Central Oregon.
This substantial piece features remarkably preserved wood grain, with long, flowing bands of golden amber, honey yellow, warm caramel, and deep chocolate brown. The natural mineralization creates a striking combination of earthy colors, intricate textures, and areas of glossy, almost glass-like translucency.
One of the most appealing features is the exceptionally well-defined longitudinal grain. Fine parallel lines, raised ridges, and layered structures follow the length of the specimen, retaining much of the visual character of the original wood.
The ends reveal contrasting mineralization, including creamy yellow-green chalcedony-like areas with delicate natural fracture patterns. Several surfaces exhibit a beautiful waxy luster when wet, highlighting the depth and variation of the preserved structure.
Specimen Details:
- Material: Petrified wood
- Origin: Crook County, Oregon – Hampton Butte area
- Weight: 3 lb 13.2 oz
- Colors: Golden amber, honey yellow, caramel, chocolate brown, cream, and pale yellow-green
- Texture: Highly detailed longitudinal wood grain with natural ridges and layered structures
- Condition: Natural rough specimen, uncut and unpolished
- Density: Very dense, solid-feeling silicified wood
- Finish: Photographed both dry and wet to showcase natural color and mineralization
Collector Appeal:
An outstanding specimen for collectors of Oregon petrified wood, fossilized plants, and naturally beautiful mineral specimens.
The exceptional grain preservation and rich, contrasting coloration make this an attractive display piece, while the dense silicification and colorful interior may also interest lapidary enthusiasts.
The specimen retains its natural form, with no artificial polishing or shaping. Natural fractures and irregularities are present, as shown in the photographs.
Provenance:
This specimen comes from an older, privately assembled rock and mineral collection acquired in Central Oregon. The original storage box was labeled Brothers, Oregon, indicating the specimen's recorded geographic origin.
The original box had deteriorated and the material was carefully transferred into new storage containers, with the original locality information preserved.
The specimen is believed to originate from the Hampton Butte area, known for its colorful and highly silicified petrified wood. The precise collecting location has not been independently verified.
Please Note:
Photos show the exact specimen you will receive. Both wet and dry photographs are included to demonstrate the natural surface appearance and the colors revealed when wet.
Carefully packaged for shipping.
Please feel free to reach out with questions or requests for additional photographs. Thanks for looking!
