Amazing Agates

Amazing Agates
Author: Scott F. Wolter
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010-07
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780979200694

Between the covers of Amazing Agates, you'll discover everything you've always wanted to know about Lake Superior's banded gemstone. Mr. Agate himself, Scott Wolter, will highlight all types of agates, explain features within individual agates and give a brief history of the largest, most famous Lake Superior agates. Scott will even share his best picking locations with you. Ever wonder what your prize agate would rate? Check out the pioneering Scale of Value. Detailed images illustrate every agate, agate type and feature talked about in the book.

Agates

Agates
Author: Pat McMahan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 496
Release: 2016-07-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9780692651384

This book documents what is likely the most complete collection of agates worldwide. It contains pictures of more than 1250 of the choicest and rarest specimens of sagenite, plume, and banded agate along with some other fine lapidary materials from Pat McMahan's personal collection. The specimens featured in the book come from over 300 locations world-wide. Most of the agates pictured in this book are self-collected by the author. These specimens were collected from 19 states in the Untied States, Mexico, Argentina, Canada, and Alaska. Also included are interesting personal collecting stories, prospecting techniques, and mining history of various locations.

Agates of Lake Superior

Agates of Lake Superior
Author: Bob Lynch
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-05
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781591933724

The definitive book on Lake Superior's agates is here. If you're a casual rock collector, you will find Agates of Lake Superior fun, interesting and beautiful. If you're a more advanced hobbyist, you will appreciate this professional and scientific resource. The book provides a thorough examination of Lake Superior's 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.

Agates Inside Out

Agates Inside Out
Author: Karen A. Brzys
Publisher: Gitche Gumee Museum
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010-06-15
Genre: Agates
ISBN: 9781891143977

This agate book has been compiled to help rockhounds to "think like an agate." Information and photographs are included to help beginning and experienced agate hunters to understand agates "inside out."

Kentucky Agate

Kentucky Agate
Author: Roland L. McIntosh
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2013-10-10
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0813142741

This informative and fully illustrated volume explores the untold story of agate gemstones hidden in Kentucky’s scenic Knobs Region. With their fine grain and rich assortment of colors, agate stones are coveted by collectors and becoming rarer across the globe. Some of the most beautiful specimens in the world have been found in the rugged terrain of eastern Kentucky. In Kentucky Agate, authors Roland L. McIntosh and Warren H. Anderson reveal the beauty and diversity of this sought-after stone with hundreds of color photographs. Kentucky Agate also reveals locations where agate may be found, offering maps of the region surrounding the city of Irvine, Kentucky, including parts of Estill, Powell, Jackson, Menifee, Madison, and Lee counties. With detailed photographs revealing aspects of the rock not visible to the naked eye, this book also provides fascinating information on the history, geology, chemistry, and formation of the mineral.

Agate Hunting Made Easy

Agate Hunting Made Easy
Author: James Magnuson
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781591933267

This book provides step-by-step instructions for finding and identifying Lake Superior Agates.

Lake Superior Agates

Lake Superior Agates
Author: Jim Magnuson
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-04-09
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781591938088

Focusing on agates and agate imposters of the Lake Superior region, this tabbed booklet features detailed photographs and need-to-know information that helps readers become better agate hunters.

The Storied Agate

The Storied Agate
Author: Jim Magnuson
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-04-04
Genre: Agates
ISBN: 9781591933090

This book utilizes creative photography and short stories to showcase 100 unique Lake Superior agates.

Lake Superior Agates Field Guide

Lake Superior Agates Field Guide
Author: Dan Lynch
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781591932826

Beginner or expert, this is your guide to Lake Superior Agates. The book features four pages of photos and facts for every type of agate found in Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and southern Ontario. The easy-to-use format means you'll quickly find what you need to know and where to look, while the authors' photographs depict the detail needed for identification - no need to guess from line drawings. Identify your finds quickly and easily with this all-in-one resource!

The Fairburn Agate of the Black Hills

The Fairburn Agate of the Black Hills
Author: Jim Magnuson
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-05
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781591932949

"The authors highlight the South Dakota state gem with lighthearted stories and an amazing collection of natural, artistic photographs"--Page 4 of cover.