Indian pipestone

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Description

A hardened red clay also called Catlinite. Indian pipestone is found in Pipestone National Monument in southwestern Minnesota. Native Americans still quarry this stone to carve ceremonial pipes and other sacred objects.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Catlinite