Choctaw Rose Rock: Natural Barite Mineral Rosette from Oklahoma
$25.00
You'll receive one "A" quality, natural 'Choctaw Rose' - a rare formation of the mineral barite only found in Oklahoma - that will measure approximately 1.2" to 1.5". Every Rose Rock unique, but you can expect yours to look as spectacular as the ones pictured!
Choctaw Roses are found in Choctaw, Oklahoma and typically have thicker barite blades, or 'petals'. This is due to the area having higher levels of barium sulfate in the groundwater, which helped provide the ideal environment for the roses to form inside of the Garber Sandstone - 250 million years ago!
Optional: You can choose to have your Choctaw Rose mounted on a clear acrylic display base with a mineral ID label on the bottom. The mounting is not permanent, so the Rose can be taken off without damage, if you ever want to do so.
Red Dirt Roses provides high quality Oklahoma Rose Rocks that are:
• Responsibility collected and handled with care.
• Expertly graded based on their rose-like shape, iconic rust-red color, definition and detail, and for having trivial or no damage.
• Triple-washed by hand without solvents or chemicals.
Every order is packaged beautifully (perfect for gifting) and includes an info card about the history, mystery, and science about Oklahoma Rose Rocks.
Your purchase supports my mission to raise awareness and appreciation for Oklahoma's barite rose minerals, and helps me continue to advocate for the preservation of the areas where they're found - THANK YOU!
Note: High quality barite roses are rare, and due to land development, city expansions, and lack of protection, they are becoming even more scarce. Please visit oklahomaroserocks.com to discover more about these treasures, and learn about why they're at risk of being lost forever.
Shipping from United States
Processing time
1-2 business days
Estimated shipping times
- United States : 5 - 10 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom and personalized orders
Oklahoma's Rose Rocks are easily incorporated into a variety of special events: wedding favors, business meetings, classroom show-and-tell, dorm room ice-breakers, family reunions.. or anywhere you want to show off Oklahoma's unique treasures! I offer many options, including individual packaging to compliment your style or theme.. and Rose Rock info cards are always included! Let me know what you have in mind and I'll be happy to provide a special Rose Rock order that's perfect for you!
Care instructions
Barite Rose Rocks are moderately low on the Mohs scale (hardness level), and can be easily damaged if stored with other rocks (including other Rose Rocks). Store your roses individually with padding or bubble wrap to keep them safe.
And, to avoid fading, display them out of direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Where do you get your Rose Rocks?
My Native American husband's family owns land in Oklahoma county, and the Garber Sandstone Formation (where rose rocks are formed) runs right through the area. Given full permission (and extremely thankful), I collect the roses from their land!
Gift wrapping and packaging
In a world that's accustomed to e-commerce and dealing with packages all the time, I still believe that a package should be exciting, special, and fun. Every order is beautifully packaged with care - a service that I offer for free. Nature provides most of my products, keeping my overhead costs low, and I don't believe in charging more than what's fair. Packaging can vary, but here's a typical example: Your item is placed in its own gift box/bag before it goes into the shipping box, nestled in crinkle paper and gift tissue. I place a small envelope that contains a Rose Rock info card and my business card on top, then the box is sealed and on its way to you! I'd be happy to add a special touch, like a gift tag or card, just let me know! :)