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Crystal Agate
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g46722 38×12 Faceted Crystal Agate Column Pendant Bead $0.99 |
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(#AO01) Colorful Crystal Disco Ball Agate Bangle Bracelet 7.5″ $9.99 |
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27inches big stone flower necklace white crystal red agate pearl $45.00 |
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Q59009 27×18 Faceted Crystal Agate Column Pendant Bead $0.99 |
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5 Polished Drilled Thin Rock Crystal Brazilian Agate Slabs $10.50 |
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56mm Black Banded Agate WoW! “Crystallization” Crystal Sphere Art W/Metal Stand $149.99 |
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Agate WishFulfilling Feng Shui Crystal Tree for Wealth $14.29 |
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Crackled FIRE AGATE Worry Stone CRYSTAL HEALING REIKI Fiercely Protective* $14.99 |
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2 GLITTERING SPECIMENS OF CRYSTAL FLOWER AGATES- SUITABLE FOR WIRE WRAPPING $11.88 |
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Crackled FIRE AGATE PALM Stone CRYSTAL HEALING REIKI Fiercely Protective* 2.5 $32.99 |
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Luxury Fashion Multicolor Crystal Agate Jade Bead Long Necklace $0.99 |
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5663 Fashion Retro Tibetan silver red agate Crystal Zircon rings Free shipping $0.99 |
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Red Agate 18KGP Gold crystal Ring size 6.7.8.9 $0.99 |
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AGATE CRYSTAL JEWELRY BOX MOTHER NATURE IDEAL GIFT AJBE6 $158.00 |
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Red Agate 18KGP Gold Crystal Butterfly Ring size:7.8.9 $0.99 |
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Q57383 48x38x6 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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Luxury Fashion Multicolor Crystal Jade Agate Bead Long Necklace $0.99 |
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3.4×1.8″BLUE Agate geode slab QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock thin slice polished cabs $4.25 |
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10″ Black Agate Crystal Disco Ball Beads Hip Hop Bracelet Adjustable Knitted $7.21 |
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Q57407 63x34x8 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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2.1″ Agate Sphere, Crystal Ball Healing, Mineral/Rock $29.95 |
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LONG! 40″ COFFEE JASPER BLACK AGATE CRYSTAL QUARTZ NECKLACE $9.99 |
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3.4×2.5″GREEN/TEAL Agate geode slab QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock thin slice cabbing $4.99 |
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F0005247 Charming crystal blue agate teardrop pendant bead $0.70 |
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TIGER DESIGNS SS MULTI COLOR AGATE AND CRYSTAL NECKLACE $35.00 |
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29″ Agate Crystal Blue Pearl Necklace & Earrings | RELIABLE SELLER $9.99 |
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100g AAA++ NATURAL PRETTY YELLOW AGATE crystal freedom body gem $0.99 |
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100g AAA++ NATURAL PRETTY AGATE crystal freedom body gem $0.99 |
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B0008101 Charming crystal black agate pendant bead $1.65 |
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Black Agate Jade Silver Crystal Flower Pendant Necklace $0.99 |
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Dragonfly Agate Swarovski Crystals Gold GP Fashion Ring $7.99 |
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Dragonfly Agate Swarovski Crystals Gold GP Fashion Ring $7.99 |
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Dragonfly Agate Swarovski Crystals Gold GP Fashion Ring $7.99 |
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Dragonfly Agate Swarovski Crystals Gold GP Fashion Ring $7.99 |
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Black Agate Jade 3 Beads Silver Crystal Ring Size:7.8.9 $0.99 |
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3.8×2.4″BLUE Agate geode slab QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock thin slice polished cabs $6.25 |
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Blue Lace Agate Crystals (75-80) Metaphysical Crystal Healing, Reiki, Talismans $1.99 |
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Blue Lace Agate Crystals (75-80) Metaphysical Crystal Healing, Reiki, Talismans $1.99 |
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K0056 Faceted Crystal Quartz Rondelle Bead (Free Ship) $4.00 |
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Q57489 48x36x7 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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NEW Handmade Necklace Earring Set Yellow Jade Agate Pearls Crystals Multi-Strand $49.99 |
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NEW Handmade Grey Agate with Pearls Crystals Necklace & Earring Set Multi-Strand $59.99 |
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NEW Handmade Agate Stones With Silver & Rock Crystal – Necklace and Earrings Set $59.99 |
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NEW Handmade Swarovski Crystals with Coin Pearls Agate Necklace & Earrings BLUE $34.99 |
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NEW Handmade Agate Rock Crystal Pearl Carnelian Crystal Leather Necklace Earring $34.99 |
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NEW Handmade Swarovski Crystals Coin Pearls Agate Necklace & Earrings ORANGE $34.99 |
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NEW Handmade Necklace and Earrings Set Royal Blue Crystals With Blue Agate $59.99 |
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NEW Handmade Crystal Mother of Pearl Large Agate Pendant Necklace Earrings Set $74.99 |
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NEW Handmade Agate, Smoky Quartz Crystal and Silk Cord Necklace & Earring Set $34.99 |
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COPPER EAGLE CITRINE AGATE CRYSTAL 2ROW NECKLACE $9.99 |
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3.2″x2.8″ NATURAL Agate geode slab QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock slice polished cabs $6.50 |
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Gold Dangle Red Agate Briolette Crystal Earrings NE650 $8.99 |
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Gem Cabochon Agate Crystal $3.99 |
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natural clear crystal Prehnite red agate necklace gem $9.90 |
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Moss Agate Mini Crystals (75-80) Metaphysical Crystal Healing, Reiki, Talisman $1.99 |
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Amethyst Purple Crystal Gems Weave Adjustable Bracelet $3.88 |
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3.4×2.8″BLUE Agate geode slab QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock thin slice polished cabs $6.75 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal Black Agate W GP Fashion Rings $9.50 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal Black Agate W GP Fashion Rings $9.50 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal Black Agate W GP Fashion Rings $9.50 |
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K0057 Faceted Crystal Quartz Rondelle Bead (Free Ship) $4.00 |
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Fashion 2 Strands Agate Crystal opal Necklace $0.29 |
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ARINNA Swarovski black Crystal agate petal Fashion Ring $9.50 |
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ARINNA Swarovski black Crystal agate petal Fashion Ring $9.50 |
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ARINNA Swarovski black Crystal agate petal Fashion Ring $9.50 |
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ARINNA Swarovski black Crystal agate petal Fashion Ring $9.50 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal agate WGP Fashion Finger Ring $10.99 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal agate WGP Fashion Finger Ring $10.99 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal agate WGP Fashion Finger Ring $10.99 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal agate WGP Fashion Finger Ring $10.99 |
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4.2″x3″ PURPLE Agate geode slab QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock thin slice polished $7.50 |
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Excellent! Botswana Agate&Crystal Necklace $24.90 |
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Snake Agate Clear Crystal ARINNA Gold GP Cocktail Ring $9.50 |
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Snake Agate Clear Crystal ARINNA Gold GP Cocktail Ring $9.50 |
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Snake Agate Clear Crystal ARINNA Gold GP Cocktail Ring $9.50 |
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Snake Agate Clear Crystal ARINNA Gold GP Cocktail Ring $9.50 |
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4 HUGE LEAF AGATE CRYSTAL FLAT WAVE OVAL FOCAL BEADS $8.87 |
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K0031 Smoky Faceted Crystal Quartz Rondelle Bead $4.00 |
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ARINNA Swarovski Crystal agate violet fashion Earrings $7.99 |
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5.5″x5″ BIG PINK Agate geode slab QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock thin polished slice $13.99 |
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New Black Resin Disco Crystal Pave Agate Gemstone Ball Woven Bracelet Hip Hop $4.99 |
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Q57321 45x34x5 Slice Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $2.99 |
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Sparkling-natural pink Rose Quartz,Crystal beads,Pearl handmade jewelry necklace $8.99 |
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K0059 Faceted Crystal Quartz Rondelle Bead (Free Ship) $4.00 |
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TIGER DESIGNS SS AGATE CRYSTAL PEARLS NECKLACE $35.00 |
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Q51869 64x38x7 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $2.99 |
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Q53588 65x43x9 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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Q51823 45x35x7 Crystal Agate Teardrop Pendant Bead $2.99 |
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Q53633 59x34x8 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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TEN PIECE GEMSTONE COLLECTION FOOLS GOLD ROCK CRYSTAL AGATE AMETHYST ROSE QUARTZ $4.99 |
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PRETTY JADE & CRYSTAL DANGLE EARRINGS #3672 $4.99 |
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4.5″ BLUE thick Agate QUARTZ CRYSTAL stone rock GEODE polished paperweight 1.5LB $19.99 |
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Q54612 69x67x5 Slice Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $2.99 |
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Q56743 40x29x8 Crystal Agate Oval CAB Cabochon $2.99 |
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Q55368 46x31x6 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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Q54574 76x39x6 Slice Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $2.99 |
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Q54718 20x15x6 Crystal Agate Oval CAB Cabochon $2.99 |
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g39156 65x43x7 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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g37646 64x58x8 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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g37715 60x39x9 Crystal Agate Freeform Pendant Bead $3.99 |
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Red Agate Slice Coaster Set of Four Carnelian Stones Gift Boxed $46.95 Decorating with natural stone will bring positive energy flow throughout your home or work place. This unique item will make a great gift for any occasion. Use them for displaying crystals or other items for added sparkle. Set of 4 agate slices with rubber bumpers on the bottom to protect furniture…. |
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Agate Geode OCCOs 1 Kilo (2.2 lbs) Assorted 5 to 9 Pieces – Grade B $65.00 This is a great selection of 5 to 9 pieces that weigh approx 1 kilo (2.2 lbs). Wonderful decorative item to place around the house. Since these are natural stones no two are alike and each order there will be differences. All specimens are beautifully polished on one side…. |
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Redneck Wineglass with Amethyst Healing Crystals Nugget Stone Charm Comes Gift Boxed $18.95 Amethyst – Strengthens endocrine and immune system. Powerful blood cleanser & energizer. Helps mental disorders. Enhances psychic and channeling abilities. Calming; excellent for meditation. The jar is a Ball 1/2 pint and the height is 8 inches. Special orders can be requested for wedding or bulk buys. These go great with my agate coaster sets for an unusual gift. Packaged in a gift box ready… |
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Quoizel Pomez Rod Hung Agate Stone Shade Pendant Chandelier $197.99 Genuine Quoizel agate stones are arranged by skilled craftsman to create this uniquely appealing look. Each stone is hand-selected for quality and size, cut in half, placed in a tumbler for 72 hours to make smooth and round, hand-polished and then distinctively placed to achieve a dramatic effect…. |
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Cal Crystal AKG4-LA Lace Agate Artisan Gem 1-3/4 Glazed Porcelain Mushroom Knob from the Artisan Ge 1-3/4″ Whimsical Glazed Porcelain Mushroom KnobThis beautiful handmade knob from the Artisan Gem collection features a stunning multi-color glossy glaze. The unique color and texture of the Artisan knob derives from the use of glazes created for art pottery, not commercial ceramics. Some variation in color is expected and we hope appreciated as part of the handmade character of these pieces. When … |
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Cal Crystal AKG10-BA Blue Agate Artisan Gem 1-3/8 Glazed Porcelain Mushroom Knob from the Artisan G 1-3/8″ Whimsical Glazed Porcelain Mushroom KnobThis beautiful handmade knob from the Artisan Gem collection features a stunning multi-color glossy glaze. The unique color and texture of the Artisan knob derives from the use of glazes created for art pottery, not commercial ceramics. Some variation in color is expected and we hope appreciated as part of the handmade character of these pieces. When … |
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Ayate Wash Cloth – 100% Natural Fibers – Exfoliate and Renew Your Skin $5.19 Ayate Washcloth, which is made of 100% natural agave fibers. It gently removes dead skin cells, increase circulation and revive dull skin. When soaked in water, its natural fibers soften, expand, and then, the weave becomes tight…. |
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MOSS AGATE – Flat Stone WORRY STONE Crystal Healing Palm Stone $5.95 Flat Stones are also known as Worry Stones, Pocket Stones or Palm Stones. These flat stone are widely used for for body placement and chakra healing. They also make excellent pocket carry stones. Carry one in your purse to use as a worry stone. Give one as a gift of comfort, a thank you or just because. The flat stones measure approximately: 40mm (1.6″) x 40mm (1.6″) at its widest points and comes… |
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Tumbled Blue Lace Agate: Healing Stones, Metaphysical Healing, Chakra Stones $0.55 Tumbled Blue Lace Agate – Blue Lace agate is used to reduce anger and is beneficial to couples who disagree or are drifting apart. It helps us to understand other peoples prospective and to forgive past transgressions. Blue Lace Agate allows you to work through issues that may lead to rejection from others. Allowing us to realize that doing the right things might not be popular with everyone but i… |
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Break Your Own Geodes – Set of 12 $11.90 … |
Treasure Hunting for Fire Agates
Agate Banded
Fire Agates is a layered stone that is formed then water that is saturated with colloida silica and iron oxide enters a cavity in a rock and the mineral in the water starts do form new rock. When cutting, the stones layers are ground or polished off following the natural contours of the stone until the desired colored is all that is left. Grind off one to many layers and the stone is ruined.
Searching for fire agates is considered hard rock mining. The agates are usually found embedded in layers of dense limonite and rhyolite rock. Removing these gemstones from the underling bedrock without breaking the gemstones takes time and experience.
Tools required will consist of several different sizes of chisels, a screwdriver, a stiff bristle paint brush, a heavy hammer, goggles and a spray bottle to clean your specimens. After you have found a suitable claim site brush of the area with the paint brush. This will reveal the gemstones embedded in the bedrock. Very carefully chip around the gem with the chisel. Chip to close and the gem will break into pieces, this is where the experience will show.
Agate Ring
If you are lucky you will find an seam or even a pocket full of agates. Size and shape of the gemstones has created its own language to describe them. Flowers, dog-tooth crystals and castles are just a few of the names applied to them. Dog-tooth usually is applied to the gemstones that grow from the sides of the pockets and the castles grow from the bottom. Pockets can range from orange to football in size.
The Opal Hill Fire Agate Mine is the only mine that I know of that allows the public to mine for fire agates. It is located in the the Mule Mountains not far from Palo Verde California. Normally when you think of a mine you think of a long tunnel you have to traverse deep into the mountain to find the mineral deposits. The Opal Hill mine is more of an open pit where you can spend $15 to stake your three foot square claim for the day.
The mine owners will take you by the hand and show you what to look for and how to extract the precious gemstones. Once you have mastered the process they will remain in the area for any additional questions or advice. If chipping at rock sounds like to much work you are free to search the tailing area of the mine in your quest for these elusive stones.
Another area that has become quite popular with the rock hounds is the Black Hills Rock-hound area in Arizona. It is open to the public without fees or permits. For more information contact the Stanford district, Bureau of Land Management.
Fire Agate Polished
Many of the finished fire agate gemstones do not look like the traditional gemstones that you find mounted in jewelery. Agates are beautifully textured and come in very odd shapes and sizes. Once you see one of these unique gemstones you will see why they have become so popular.
Fire Agates have only been discovered within the last 60 years making them the newest and rarest gemstones on the market today. Fire agates have also been found in Kingman and Golden Valley Arizona, Needles California, Mexico, and areas around the Colorado River. I strongly suggest that you visit the opal hill mine prior to hunting in any other area. This will allow you to see the type of bedrock to look for and what the embedded Fire Agates look like in there natural form.
Happy Treasure Hunting.
About the Author
David Cowley has created numerous articles on Treasure Hunting. He has also created a Web Site dedicated to Treasure Hunting. Visit Treasure Hunting