Agates lake superior book

I have been collecting and making marbles from the lake superior agates for over 10 years now. This is a companion book to the introductory lake superior copper agates. Lake superior agates 2017 part 2 killer agate found. Although that book contains many photographs of agate eyes. What is lake superior agate, and where can you find it. Their name is the result of a misconception of their possible crystal structures that was coined 75 years ago. These rare lake superior agates are mostly found at the north shore of lake superior. It has been expanded with more beautiful and interesting specimens of lake superior agatepage 2 of cover. Lake superior agates are found primarily throughout much of central and southern minnesota and the extreme northwestern edge of wisconsin figure 11. The definitive book on lake superiors agates is here. The presentation is simply excellent and exemplifies the multitude of variations in color and pattern which make agate a true prized possession. Buy agates of lake superior playing cards cards by lynch bob, lynch dan r. These are truly beautiful gemstones with unlimited patterns and colors. Lake superior agates range from about the size of a pea to up to more than 20 pounds.

If you have questions about what your agates are worth, looking to sell or just need help identifying dont hesitate to ask. Scott wolters book is an articulate and helpful book for the unexperienced or avid agate collector. The book provides a thorough examination of lake superiors strange and unique agate varieties, as well as a critical look at agate formation theories, tips on how to find and identify agates, where to look for them and how collectible your agates may be. Lake superior agate collectors public group facebook. Wolter an all new book about the authors 20year lake superior agate experience. Meet many of the top lake superior agate collectors of. See more ideas about lake superior agates, lake superior, agate. Agates for sale as well as locally designed and handcrafted jewelry and gifts. Rock hound guide agates, rock picking lake superior. Buy agates of lake superior playing cards from summerfield.

Pat mcmahans, agates, the pat mcmahan collection is an exceptional masterpiece showcasing some of the finest agates in the world. The book is a quickread howto book that includes only information about how to find agates. Agates 12 great agate hunting, agate identification and. Iron leached from rocks provided the pigment that gives the gemstone its beautiful array of color. If youre a more advanced hobbyist, you will appreciate this professional and scientific resource. The history of lake superior agates traces back to about a billion years ago. Armed with sparkys andor susans book plus some of the pictures and descriptions ive provided here, perhaps will help you id what you are collecting. The book provides a thorough examination of lake superiors strange and unique agate varieties, as well as a critical look at agate. Lookalikes agates and chalcedony are not the only quartz varieties in the lake superior region.

This warm weather early on has got me out of the house and looking for agates. The book provides a thorough examination of lake superiors strange and unique agate. Lynch and bob lynch features comprehensive entries for every type of agate found in michigan, minnesota, wisconsin, and southern ontario. The lake superior agate one mans journey by scott f. Collecting lake superior agates is not only a physically and intellectually challenging pastime, but it can also be a profitable activity. Lake superior agates remain butchs favorites, partly because they got him started collecting, because the stones are hard and will take a good polish. The first two reference books for lake superior beach rocks and agates i found helpful are. Lake superior agate coming later this spring is a new book published in conjunction with kollathstensaas publishing, titled. Lake superior agates formed about 1 billion years ago give or take 100 million years when volcanoes spewed as the continent started to split in half. Although it features the lake superior agate and some strategies relevant to beach hunting, most of the information is relevant to finding all types of agates in all locales. The probable explanation of their formation is revealed for the first time with help from two notable experts in the fields of agate formation and. Family owned for over 50 years, it contains one of the areas largest collections of local lake superior agates plus gems and minerals from around the world.

Agates of lake superior playing cards book depository. There is also a dozen pieces of tumbled native copper as well. If you enjoy what the agate dude puts out there please like and share this amazing little page. Theres nothing like a lake superior agate in all its banded glory. Guides to lake superior beach rocks and lake superior agates. Get the perfect guide to agates in the lake superior states. Agates of lake superior play cards and learn about agates theres nothing like a lake superior agate in all its banded glory. The most common type of lake superior agate is the fortification agate with its eyecatching banding patterns. This collection is attractively displayed and easily viewed in antique china cabinets. Much later in life, john published his book the other lake superior agates in three editions in 2003, 2006, and 2009 with a new and enlarged edition, planned for publication in 2016. Copper agate mineralization appears to encourage eye formation to a far greater degree than in the glacial lake superior agates found elsewhere. The gas pockets in which the agates formed were primarily small, about 1 cm in diameter. This color scheme is caused by the oxidation of iron.

Beginner or expert, this is your guide to lake superior agates. Chert often banded but typically only found in shades of brown, white, and gray. Most agates are between the size of an almond and a walnut. B101 is a domed polish lake superior agate that shows a solid agate area, a banded area and a smaller quartz area. There are 1506 superior agates for sale on etsy, and. Eye patterns are the most notable structures within copper agates. Copper agates introduction to lake superior copper. The new book will follow the highly successful format of their first book that is currently a staple in the stores along lake superior, rock pickers guide to lake superior. Lake superior agates books about skip an atom and tiny. Red, orange, and yellow, all caused by iron, are the main colors in lake superior agates. See more ideas about michigan, rocks and minerals and lake superior agates. The lake superior agate is a type of agate stained by iron and found on the shores of lake superior. All featured agates are applicable for lake superior.