The surface pattern of this stone evokes a feeling of something much greater than the stone. The dark circle, radiating lines, and multiple colors suggest a celestial setting somewhere in the universe. This relatively hard igneous stone originated in Mexico and is a combination of several different minerals. It is a natural stone that was purchased at a mineral show in Deming, New Mexico, about fifteen years ago. This Nebula Stone creates the impression of a lunar eclipse to it owner—Les Allen.