{"title":"Fordite - Specimens \u0026 Rough!","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese polished-face Fordite specimens highlight the natural cross-sections of genuine automotive paint overspray. Each piece reveals layered color history from American auto factories, cut and finished to showcase pattern, depth, and movement. Ideal for collectors who appreciate raw authenticity and industrial art.  Each specimen is shipped in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.  \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dvh-kenworth-truck-fordite-display-specimen-polished-face-ornament-101x31x4-3809","title":"DVH Kenworth Truck Fordite Display Specimen Polished Face Ornament 101x31x4 (3809)","description":"\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI hand polished this display specimen out of genuine Fordite rough.  Measurements in the title.  Loosely sanded edges, rough back, and a small hole drilled in one end so it could be hung from a tack on a wall or suspended from monofilament as an ornament.  Not meant as jewelry.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from the Kenworth truck factory in Chillicothe, Ohio  \u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003en my other listings I also have beads, pendants, earrings, and polished face specimens that are made with Fordite that came from Corvette, Jeep, Ford Focus, and Ford Truck facilities.  I also sell chains here in my web store.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39449279234157,"sku":"FRK3809","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRK3809A.jpg?v=1626402774"},{"product_id":"dvh-kenworth-truck-fordite-display-specimen-polished-face-ornament-104x44x4-3810","title":"DVH Kenworth Truck Fordite Display Specimen Polished Face Ornament 104x44x4 (3810)","description":"\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI hand polished this display specimen out of genuine Fordite rough.  Measurements in the title.  Loosely sanded edges, rough back, and a small hole drilled in one end so it could be hung from a tack on a wall or suspended from monofilament as an ornament.  Not meant as jewelry.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from the Kenworth truck factory in Chillicothe, Ohio  \u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003en my other listings I also have beads, pendants, earrings, and polished face specimens that are made with Fordite that came from Corvette, Jeep, Ford Focus, and Ford Truck facilities.  I also sell chains here in my web store.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39449285296237,"sku":"FRK3810","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRK3810A.jpg?v=1626403501"},{"product_id":"dvh-kenworth-truck-fordite-display-specimen-polished-face-ornament-94x49x4-3811","title":"DVH Kenworth Truck Fordite Display Specimen Polished Face Ornament 94x49x4 (3811)","description":"\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI hand polished this display specimen out of genuine Fordite rough.  Measurements in the title.  Loosely sanded edges, rough back, and a small hole drilled in one end so it could be hung from a tack on a wall or suspended from monofilament as an ornament.  Not meant as jewelry.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from the Kenworth truck factory in Chillicothe, Ohio  \u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003en my other listings I also have beads, pendants, earrings, and polished face specimens that are made with Fordite that came from Corvette, Jeep, Ford Focus, and Ford Truck facilities.  I also sell chains here in my web store.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39449288179821,"sku":"FRK3811","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRK3811A.jpg?v=1626403609"},{"product_id":"dvh-kenworth-truck-fordite-display-specimen-polished-face-ornament-74x51x3-3813","title":"DVH Kenworth Truck Fordite Display Specimen Polished Face Ornament 74x51x3 (3813)","description":"\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI hand polished this display specimen out of genuine Fordite rough.  Measurements in the title.  Loosely sanded edges, rough back, and a small hole drilled in one end so it could be hung from a tack on a wall or suspended from monofilament as an ornament.  Not meant as jewelry.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from the Kenworth truck factory in Chillicothe, Ohio  \u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003eI\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003en my other listings I also have beads, pendants, earrings, and polished face specimens that are made with Fordite that came from Corvette, Jeep, Ford Focus, and Ford Truck facilities.  I also sell chains here in my web store.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39449299026029,"sku":"FRK3813","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRK3813A.jpg?v=1626404611"},{"product_id":"dvh-black-fordite-crown-of-silver-sheen-polished-specimen-rough-4629","title":"DVH Black Fordite Crown of Silver Sheen Polished Specimen Rough (4629)","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA polished face specimen chunk of rare \"Black Fordite\" rough with sparkles and silvery grey lustre that looks like a cross between Silver Sheen Obsidian and Crown of Silver Psilomelane! \u003c\/span\u003e This Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from a factory in SE Michigan that makes parts for MOPAR\/Jeep\/Ford vehicles. Shipped in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee picture next to ruler in millimeters for scale. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or cut by a lapidary. In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Kenworth Trucks, JpWrnglr, GM, and Ford Truck \u0026amp; Focus factories as well. In my web store you can also purchase chains to wear the pendants with.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40116307066989,"sku":"FRSS4629","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRSS4629A.jpg?v=1654810828"},{"product_id":"dvh-black-fordite-crown-of-silver-sheen-stalactite-specimen-61x37x18-4654","title":"DVH Black Fordite Crown of Silver Sheen Stalactite Specimen 61x37x18 (4654)","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA polished face specimen chunk of rare \"Black Fordite\" rough with sparkles and silvery grey lustre that looks like a cross between Silver Sheen Obsidian and Crown of Silver Psilomelane! \u003c\/span\u003e This Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from a factory in SE Michigan that makes parts for MOPAR\/Jeep\/Ford vehicles. Shipped in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee picture next to ruler in millimeters for scale. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or cut by a lapidary. In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Kenworth Trucks, JpWrnglr, GM, and Ford Truck \u0026amp; Focus factories as well. In my web store you can also purchase chains to wear the pendants with.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40183764713581,"sku":"FRSS4654","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRSS4654A.jpg?v=1656614377"},{"product_id":"dvh-black-fordite-crown-of-silver-sheen-polished-specimen-rough-4684","title":"DVH Black Fordite Crown of Silver Sheen Polished Specimen Rough (4684)","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA polished face specimen chunk of rare \"Black Fordite\" rough with sparkles and silvery grey lustre that looks like a cross between Silver Sheen Obsidian and Crown of Silver Psilomelane! \u003c\/span\u003e This Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from a factory in SE Michigan that makes parts for MOPAR\/Jeep\/Ford vehicles. Shipped in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee picture next to ruler in millimeters for scale. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or cut by a lapidary. In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Kenworth Trucks, JpWrnglr, GM, and Ford Truck \u0026amp; Focus factories as well. In my web store you can also purchase chains to wear the pendants with.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40183789944941,"sku":"FRSS4684","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRSS4684A.jpg?v=1656616429"},{"product_id":"dvh-black-fordite-crown-of-silver-sheen-polished-specimen-rough-4686","title":"DVH Black Fordite Crown of Silver Sheen Polished Specimen Rough (4686)","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA polished face specimen chunk of rare \"Black Fordite\" rough with sparkles and silvery grey lustre that looks like a cross between Silver Sheen Obsidian and Crown of Silver Psilomelane! \u003c\/span\u003e This Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from a factory in SE Michigan that makes parts for MOPAR\/Jeep\/Ford vehicles. Shipped in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee picture next to ruler in millimeters for scale. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or cut by a lapidary. In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Kenworth Trucks, JpWrnglr, GM, and Ford Truck \u0026amp; Focus factories as well. In my web store you can also purchase chains to wear the pendants with.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40183837032557,"sku":"FRSS4686","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRSS4686A.jpg?v=1656619837"},{"product_id":"dvh-black-fordite-crown-of-silver-sheen-polished-specimen-rough-4688","title":"DVH Black Fordite Crown of Silver Sheen Polished Specimen Rough (4688)","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA polished face specimen chunk of rare \"Black Fordite\" rough with sparkles and silvery grey lustre that looks like a cross between Silver Sheen Obsidian and Crown of Silver Psilomelane! \u003c\/span\u003e This Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint overspray from a factory in SE Michigan that makes parts for MOPAR\/Jeep\/Ford vehicles. Shipped in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee picture next to ruler in millimeters for scale. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or cut by a lapidary. In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Kenworth Trucks, JpWrnglr, GM, and Ford Truck \u0026amp; Focus factories as well. In my web store you can also purchase chains to wear the pendants with.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I've been cutting varieties of Fordite for over 40 years. I only work in material I am sure of its source. Contrary to what had been believed for many years about the unavailability of new rough due to manufacturing changes, there is SOME contemporary Fordite rough that is collected and made available to cutters in small quantities. I have a good stock of rough to work with. Compare my Fordite with others for sale on the internet! Much of it is fake and either \"handmade\" by just pouring pretty colors of paint together that are clearly not automotive paint colors of ANY era, or they're just striped resin beads made in China and not real Fordite. I grew up in a rock club in Michigan during the 1970's and rockhounds who worked in the auto industry would collect chunks of dried, layered car paint from the paint sheds at least as early as the late 1960's but it was never collected in large quantities. Fordite is built up overspray that has been baked repeatedly making it relatively hard and solid. It was sold at local rock and gem shows as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate, etc.\" Fordite was by far the most common and popular name and today has come to be used for all built up industrial oversprays used in the jewelry trade.  Ethical dealers will accurately identify the variety and source of Fordite if they know it.","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40183864918125,"sku":"FRSS4688","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/products\/FRSS4688A.jpg?v=1656621291"},{"product_id":"dvh-ford-f150-fordite-specimen-polished-face-rough-kc-assembly-5702","title":"DVH Ford F150 Fordite Specimen Polished Face Rough KC Assembly (5702)","description":"This is a specimen of genuine Fordite rough from a Ford truck factory! One polished face to reveal the patterns within. This Fordite is contemporary accumulated paint over-spray from the Ford Truck assembly outside of Kansas City in Claycomo, Missouri where they make the F150. Shipped in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity. It is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or further cut by a lapidary. In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Jeep, MOPAR, Ford Focus, Kenworth, and Freightliner Truck factories as well. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e I have over four decades experience crafting unique Fordite pieces. Contrary to the long-held belief that new Fordite rough is scarce due to shifts in manufacturing practices, there is indeed SOME contemporary rough available to lapidary enthusiasts like myself. My collection of this rough is sourced from a very few select, reputable, dealers who I know and trust, guaranteeing its authenticity and provenance. When considering Fordite, it's essential to distinguish genuine pieces from imitations flooding the market. Many claim to offer Fordite but often present nothing more than hastily blended paints or resin beads with no connection to authentic automotive history. I stand by the authenticity of my work.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMy journey with Fordite dates back to the 1970s when I was actively involved in our local rock club in Michigan. Back then, dedicated rockhounds employed in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered car paint from factory painting booths, a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, subjected to repeated baking in curing ovens, gained remarkable hardness and solidity. It was affectionately known then by various names such as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate,\" but over the years Fordite has become the most widely recognized and cherished term. Today, Fordite has evolved beyond its novelty origins to become a sought-after faux gemstone. Explore my collection and discover the rich history and unique beauty of genuine Fordite.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI welcome you to also discover the captivating metaphysical properties of Fordite - renowned for its creative essence and expression. Symbolizing transformation and resilience, this unique material embodies the beauty of turning challenges into artistry. Its vivid colors and patterns radiate joy, bringing a sense of happiness and optimism to your life. Embrace its eco-conscious message, reminding us of the importance of sustainability, mindful consumption, recycling, and UPcycling. Cherished by collectors and enthusiasts for decades, Fordite's connection to automotive history adds to its allure. In metaphysical beliefs, it's associated with new car energy, making it a perfect talisman for safe journeys and protection on the road. It inspires creativity and artistic expression and is associated with the energy of innovation and freedom of movement, as it embodies the history and craftsmanship of the automotive industry. Fordite reminds us that challenges and setbacks can lead to growth, beauty, and prosperity if that is where we set our intention. As with any metaphysical properties, the effects and interpretations may vary among individuals based on personal resonance, beliefs, and experiences. Trust your own intuition and connection with fordite to understand its unique qualities and how it may support you on your personal spiritual journey. 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In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Jeep, MOPAR, Ford Focus, Kenworth, and Freightliner Truck factories as well. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e I have over four decades experience crafting unique Fordite pieces. Contrary to the long-held belief that new Fordite rough is scarce due to shifts in manufacturing practices, there is indeed SOME contemporary rough available to lapidary enthusiasts like myself. My collection of this rough is sourced from a very few select, reputable, dealers who I know and trust, guaranteeing its authenticity and provenance. When considering Fordite, it's essential to distinguish genuine pieces from imitations flooding the market. Many claim to offer Fordite but often present nothing more than hastily blended paints or resin beads with no connection to authentic automotive history. I stand by the authenticity of my work.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMy journey with Fordite dates back to the 1970s when I was actively involved in our local rock club in Michigan. Back then, dedicated rockhounds employed in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered car paint from factory painting booths, a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, subjected to repeated baking in curing ovens, gained remarkable hardness and solidity. It was affectionately known then by various names such as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate,\" but over the years Fordite has become the most widely recognized and cherished term. Today, Fordite has evolved beyond its novelty origins to become a sought-after faux gemstone. 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It inspires creativity and artistic expression and is associated with the energy of innovation and freedom of movement, as it embodies the history and craftsmanship of the automotive industry. Fordite reminds us that challenges and setbacks can lead to growth, beauty, and prosperity if that is where we set our intention. As with any metaphysical properties, the effects and interpretations may vary among individuals based on personal resonance, beliefs, and experiences. Trust your own intuition and connection with fordite to understand its unique qualities and how it may support you on your personal spiritual journey. 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In my other listings I have Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, and cabochons made with material from Corvette, Jeep, MOPAR, Ford Focus, Kenworth, and Freightliner Truck factories as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have over four decades experience crafting unique Fordite pieces. Contrary to the long-held belief that new Fordite rough is scarce due to shifts in manufacturing practices, there is indeed SOME contemporary rough available to lapidary enthusiasts like myself. My collection of this rough is sourced from a very few select, reputable, dealers who I know and trust, guaranteeing its authenticity and provenance. When considering Fordite, it's essential to distinguish genuine pieces from imitations flooding the market. Many claim to offer Fordite but often present nothing more than hastily blended paints or resin beads with no connection to authentic automotive history. I stand by the authenticity of my work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy journey with Fordite dates back to the 1970s when I was actively involved in our local rock club in Michigan. Back then, dedicated rockhounds employed in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered car paint from factory painting booths, a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, subjected to repeated baking in curing ovens, gained remarkable hardness and solidity. It was affectionately known then by various names such as \"Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate,\" but over the years Fordite has become the most widely recognized and cherished term. Today, Fordite has evolved beyond its novelty origins to become a sought-after faux gemstone. Explore my collection and discover the rich history and unique beauty of genuine Fordite.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI welcome you to also discover the captivating metaphysical properties of Fordite - renowned for its creative essence and expression. Symbolizing transformation and resilience, this unique material embodies the beauty of turning challenges into artistry. Its vivid colors and patterns radiate joy, bringing a sense of happiness and optimism to your life. Embrace its eco-conscious message, reminding us of the importance of sustainability, mindful consumption, recycling, and UPcycling. Cherished by collectors and enthusiasts for decades, Fordite's connection to automotive history adds to its allure. In metaphysical beliefs, it's associated with new car energy, making it a perfect talisman for safe journeys and protection on the road. It inspires creativity and artistic expression and is associated with the energy of innovation and freedom of movement, as it embodies the history and craftsmanship of the automotive industry. Fordite reminds us that challenges and setbacks can lead to growth, beauty, and prosperity if that is where we set our intention. As with any metaphysical properties, the effects and interpretations may vary among individuals based on personal resonance, beliefs, and experiences. Trust your own intuition and connection with fordite to understand its unique qualities and how it may support you on your personal spiritual journey. 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Please use the image next to the ruler for size reference.  It is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or further cut by a lapidary. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is a rare example of a Fordite “Buck Hole.” Buck holes form around the steel tubes mounted to paint skids inside automotive paint facilities. These tubes hold the fixtures—called bucks—that support parts as they travel through multiple paint booths and curing ovens. Over years of repeated spraying and baking, thick layers of paint accumulate around these cylinders, forming dense, donut-shaped masses of Fordite. Only a few buck holes form on each skid, and many break during removal, making intact examples especially uncommon. Pieces that survive whole are polished into striking donut beads, while more fragile ones are finished as polished-face specimens. Buck hole Fordite is prized for its bold concentric patterns, industrial origin, and rarity—an unmistakable record of the machinery that carried automotive history through the paint line.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFordite is accumulated overspray from the paint booths of auto factories, which I cut and polish using traditional lapidary techniques. In my other listings you’ll find Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, cabochons, and polished-face specimens made from a range of varieties, including material from Corvette, Kenworth, F-150, Jeep Wrangler, Freightliner, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have over four decades of experience crafting unique Fordite pieces. Contrary to the long-held belief that new Fordite rough is nearly impossible to find due to modern manufacturing changes, there is still some contemporary material available to lapidary artists like myself. My collection comes from a very small number of trusted, reputable dealers whose material I have known for years, ensuring authenticity and proper provenance. When considering Fordite, it is essential to distinguish genuine material from the many imitations now flooding the market—resin blends, layered paints, and mass-produced composites with no true automotive history. I stand firmly behind the authenticity of every piece I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy journey with Fordite began in the 1970s through my local Michigan rock club. Back then, dedicated rockhounds working in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered paint from factory spray booths—a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, repeatedly baked in curing ovens, developed remarkable hardness and stability. It was affectionately known by many names—Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate—but over time “Fordite” has become the most recognized and beloved term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI also invite you to explore the metaphysical qualities often associated with Fordite. Celebrated for its creative and expressive energy, Fordite symbolizes transformation and resilience—beauty born from challenge and industrial history. Its vivid colors and layered patterns radiate joy, optimism, and movement. Many appreciate its eco-conscious message, reminding us of sustainability, mindful consumption, recycling, and upcycling. Cherished by collectors for decades, Fordite carries “new car energy” and is sometimes used as a talisman for safe travel, inspiration, and artistic innovation. It suggests that obstacles can lead to growth and prosperity when met with intention. 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Please use the image next to the ruler for size reference.  It is not finished jewelry but it could be wire wrapped or further cut by a lapidary. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is a rare example of a Fordite “Buck Hole.” Buck holes form around the steel tubes mounted to paint skids inside automotive paint facilities. These tubes hold the fixtures—called bucks—that support parts as they travel through multiple paint booths and curing ovens. Over years of repeated spraying and baking, thick layers of paint accumulate around these cylinders, forming dense, donut-shaped masses of Fordite. Only a few buck holes form on each skid, and many break during removal, making intact examples especially uncommon. Pieces that survive whole are polished into striking donut beads, while more fragile ones are finished as polished-face specimens. Buck hole Fordite is prized for its bold concentric patterns, industrial origin, and rarity—an unmistakable record of the machinery that carried automotive history through the paint line.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFordite is accumulated overspray from the paint booths of auto factories, which I cut and polish using traditional lapidary techniques. In my other listings you’ll find Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, cabochons, and polished-face specimens made from a range of varieties, including material from Corvette, Kenworth, F-150, Jeep Wrangler, Freightliner, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have over four decades of experience crafting unique Fordite pieces. Contrary to the long-held belief that new Fordite rough is nearly impossible to find due to modern manufacturing changes, there is still some contemporary material available to lapidary artists like myself. My collection comes from a very small number of trusted, reputable dealers whose material I have known for years, ensuring authenticity and proper provenance. When considering Fordite, it is essential to distinguish genuine material from the many imitations now flooding the market—resin blends, layered paints, and mass-produced composites with no true automotive history. I stand firmly behind the authenticity of every piece I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy journey with Fordite began in the 1970s through my local Michigan rock club. Back then, dedicated rockhounds working in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered paint from factory spray booths—a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, repeatedly baked in curing ovens, developed remarkable hardness and stability. It was affectionately known by many names—Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate—but over time “Fordite” has become the most recognized and beloved term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI also invite you to explore the metaphysical qualities often associated with Fordite. Celebrated for its creative and expressive energy, Fordite symbolizes transformation and resilience—beauty born from challenge and industrial history. Its vivid colors and layered patterns radiate joy, optimism, and movement. Many appreciate its eco-conscious message, reminding us of sustainability, mindful consumption, recycling, and upcycling. Cherished by collectors for decades, Fordite carries “new car energy” and is sometimes used as a talisman for safe travel, inspiration, and artistic innovation. It suggests that obstacles can lead to growth and prosperity when met with intention. As always with metaphysical perspectives, experiences vary—trust your own intuition and connection to understand how Fordite may support you on your journey. More will be revealed. —DVHdesigns\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43872306167917,"sku":"FR6235","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/files\/FR6235-4.jpg?v=1768259307"},{"product_id":"dvh-michigan-fordite-specimen-polished-face-rough-chv-frd-jp-6261","title":"DVH Michigan Fordite Specimen Polished Face Rough Chv Frd Jp (6261)","description":"\u003cp\u003eI made this piece from genuine Fordite sourced from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) contract paint facility in Michigan that paints components for multiple major auto manufacturers. It comes in a gift box with a Certificate of Authenticity describing the source of the material. 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My collection comes from a very small number of trusted, reputable dealers whose material I have known for years, ensuring authenticity and proper provenance. When considering Fordite, it is essential to distinguish genuine material from the many imitations now flooding the market—resin blends, layered paints, and mass-produced composites with no true automotive history. I stand firmly behind the authenticity of every piece I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy journey with Fordite began in the 1970s through my local Michigan rock club. Back then, dedicated rockhounds working in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered paint from factory spray booths—a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, repeatedly baked in curing ovens, developed remarkable hardness and stability. 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My collection comes from a very small number of trusted, reputable dealers whose material I have known for years, ensuring authenticity and proper provenance. When considering Fordite, it is essential to distinguish genuine material from the many imitations now flooding the market—resin blends, layered paints, and mass-produced composites with no true automotive history. I stand firmly behind the authenticity of every piece I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy journey with Fordite began in the 1970s through my local Michigan rock club. Back then, dedicated rockhounds working in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered paint from factory spray booths—a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, repeatedly baked in curing ovens, developed remarkable hardness and stability. 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My collection comes from a very small number of trusted, reputable dealers whose material I have known for years, ensuring authenticity and proper provenance. When considering Fordite, it is essential to distinguish genuine material from the many imitations now flooding the market—resin blends, layered paints, and mass-produced composites with no true automotive history. I stand firmly behind the authenticity of every piece I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy journey with Fordite began in the 1970s through my local Michigan rock club. Back then, dedicated rockhounds working in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered paint from factory spray booths—a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, repeatedly baked in curing ovens, developed remarkable hardness and stability. 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Visually, it resembles a synthetic cross between \u003cstrong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eBlack Onyx\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eSilver Sheen Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eCrown of Silver Psilomelane\u003c\/strong\u003e. This contemporary Fordite formed from accumulated paint overspray at a factory in southeast Michigan that manufactures automotive components. Because this facility painted primarily bumpers and grilles, the resulting material is limited to a striking palette of black, silvery luster, and white. This is an uncommon colorway of Fordite that relatively few cutters have access to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eThe piece ships in a gift box with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e describing the source of the material. Please use the image next to the ruler for size reference. This is not finished jewelry, but it could be wire-wrapped or further shaped by a lapidary. In my other listings, you’ll find Fordite beads, pendants, earrings, cabochons, and polished-face specimens made from a variety of sources, including Corvette, Kenworth Trucks, Jeep Wrangler, GM, and Ford truck and passenger vehicle factories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eFordite is accumulated overspray from the paint booths of automotive factories, which I cut and polish using traditional lapidary techniques. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind record of industrial process, color history, and repeated curing cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003eI have over four decades of experience crafting unique Fordite pieces. Contrary to the long-held belief that new Fordite rough is nearly impossible to find due to modern manufacturing changes, some contemporary material is still available to lapidary artists like myself. My collection comes from a very small number of trusted, reputable dealers whose material I have known for years, ensuring authenticity and clear provenance. When considering Fordite, it’s important to distinguish genuine automotive material from the many imitations now flooding the market—resin blends, layered craft paints, and mass-produced composites with no real connection to automotive history. I stand firmly behind the authenticity of every piece I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003eMy journey with Fordite began in the 1970s through my local Michigan rock club. At that time, rockhounds employed in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered paint from factory spray booths—a practice dating back to the late 1960s. Repeatedly baked in curing ovens, this overspray paint developed remarkable hardness and stability. It was known by many names—Fordite, Chryslerite, Buickite, Detroit Agate—but over time, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"2989\"\u003eFordite\u003c\/strong\u003e became the most widely recognized and enduring term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3779\"\u003eI also invite you to explore the metaphysical qualities often associated with Fordite. Celebrated for its creative and expressive energy, Fordite symbolizes transformation and resilience—beauty born from challenge and industrial history. Its layered patterns evoke movement, innovation, and joy, while its recycled origin reflects themes of sustainability, mindful consumption, and upcycling. Long cherished by collectors, Fordite is sometimes associated with “new car energy” and used as a talisman for safe travel and inspired motion. As with all metaphysical interpretations, experiences vary—trust your own intuition and connection to discover how this material may support your journey.\u003cbr data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3738\" data-end=\"3764\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore will be revealed.\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem data-start=\"3767\" data-end=\"3779\"\u003eDVHdesigns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DVHdesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45004963905645,"sku":"FRSS6505","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1218\/5816\/files\/FRSS6505-2.jpg?v=1775511663"},{"product_id":"dvh-jeep-fordite-unicorn-head-mojito-green-polished-face-specimen-6506","title":"DVH Jeep Fordite Unicorn Head Mojito Green Polished Face Specimen (6506)","description":"\u003cp\u003eI made this piece from genuine Fordite sourced from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) contract paint facility in Michigan that paints components for multiple major auto manufacturers. 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My collection comes from a very small number of trusted, reputable dealers whose material I have known for years, ensuring authenticity and proper provenance. When considering Fordite, it is essential to distinguish genuine material from the many imitations now flooding the market—resin blends, layered paints, and mass-produced composites with no true automotive history. I stand firmly behind the authenticity of every piece I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy journey with Fordite began in the 1970s through my local Michigan rock club. Back then, dedicated rockhounds working in the auto industry would salvage chunks of dried, layered paint from factory spray booths—a practice dating back to the late 1960s. This overspray paint, repeatedly baked in curing ovens, developed remarkable hardness and stability. 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