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What are the different kinds of agates?
Moss Agate and Turritella Agate
Are agates precious stone?
While an individual agate may display special colors and patterns that can make them highly desireable to rockhounds or other collectors it is not considered a "precious" stone. It is possible to find numerous examples that have sold for more than a hundred dollars. any gemstone of extremely very good quality will be called precious. So all agates are not precious only few agates of very very good quality can be called precious same way all diamonds are not precious, only very good quality diamonds can be a called precious.
Is onyx semi-precious?
yes oxyx is a semi-precious stone. It is an agate. Most of the onyx in the market today are heat treated agates
How can I incorporate moss into my rock garden for a more natural and visually appealing landscape design?
To incorporate moss into your rock garden, you can place patches of moss between the rocks or on top of them. Ensure the moss receives enough moisture and shade to thrive. This will create a natural and visually appealing landscape design in your rock garden.
Do agates react different in water?
This site will explain:* http://cash-and-treasures-wiki.travelchannel.com/page/Origin+of+Agates?t=anon
What makes an agate worth money?
The value of an agate is influenced by factors such as color, pattern, size, and overall quality. Agates with vivid and rare colors, distinct patterns like banding or moss-like inclusions, and larger sizes tend to be more valuable. Additionally, agates that are well-polished and free from visible flaws or fractures command higher prices.
How does one find agates on a beach?
As with most things, agate hunting is an acquired skill and simply reading the answer will not make you an expert! The following field guide will give you some tips on how and where to find agates on a pebble beach. Bret Fogelberg http://www.123agates.com/subpages/fieldguide.pdf
Where can you find agates?
Agates can be found in various places around the world, including river beds, volcanic rocks, and areas with geothermal activity. Some popular locations for finding agates include the beaches of Lake Superior in the United States, the coasts of Brazil and Uruguay, and the state of Gujarat in India. Additionally, agates can also be found in certain regions of Australia, Mexico, and Germany, among others.
Where can you sell raw unpolished agates?
eBay is one place.
Where do agates form?
Agates form in igneous rocks such as lava flows and in sedimentary rocks such as limestone and shale. They are typically found in volcanic and metamorphic environments, where silica-rich fluids are able to penetrate cavities in the rock, forming the characteristic banded patterns that agates are known for.
How much money per pound is agates worth?
The value of agates can vary greatly depending on factors like size, quality, and color. In general, the price of agates can range from a few dollars per pound for common varieties to hundreds of dollars per pound for rarer and more valuable specimens.
When were agates found?
Agates have been found and used for ornamental purposes for thousands of years. They are typically formed in igneous rock formations and have been collected by humans for their beauty and believed metaphysical properties.
