If you’re a fan of geodes and fossils, you’re going to love this video! Taylor from the Agate Dad YouTube channel cuts open a collection of beautiful agatized coral geodes from Florida. Agatized coral is special because it’s both a mineral and a fossil, capturing the intricate coral formations in stunning agate. Each cut reveals […]
If you love geodes, you’re in for a treat! In this exciting video from Gemstones, it’s a Geode Extravaganza, where all kinds of geodes are cracked open. From rattlers with crystals bouncing around to thunder eggs with stunning patterns, this video has it all. Watch the Video! See a wide range of geodes, including ones […]
Trancas geodes are famous for their unique and beautiful crystal formations. And if you’re not familiar with these types of geodes, then you’re in for a treat. In this video, Agate Dad cuts open five Trancas geodes and the crystal formations he finds inside is enough to make you want to go out and grab […]
And some are filled with 350 million year old water!
There’s something magical about cracking open geodes — it’s a thrill that just never fades. It doesn’t matter if it’s your first time or your hundredth. But if you’re unable to get your hands on some to crack open yourself, watching seasoned experts like The Crystal Collector and Rockhound Rob wield their geode-cracking skills is […]
3 Places to Find Geodes in Northern California Northern California may not be famous for its geodes, but there are some rewarding areas to search. For the most part, you’ll be finding quartz geodes, but there’s also amethyst and some impressive agate nodules to be had if you know where to look. So, let’s take […]
It seems humans have been forever fascinated by geodes. Maybe it is our deep-seated pursuit of a hidden treasure, of which the geode caters to. Think of it, an unassuming rough rock that when opened up, reveals a hidden and hollow sphere of crystals within. The proverbial “diamond in the rough”. And they key to […]
I don’t know about anyone else, but my first geode was the thing that turned young me into a rockhound. There was something incredible about the idea that there were just ordinary rocks filled with crystalline treasures, and there’s nothing quite like cracking your first one open. But there are so many questions to be […]
All About Fake Geodes One of the main concerns for any rock collector is coming across fakes. Learning how to spot them is one of the basics of the hobby, and it’s not as hard as you’d think. If you’re still learning, however, it always helps to have just a bit of guidance. That’s what […]
Keokuk Geodes are famous among rockhounds. They’re dramatic and contain a wide variety of different minerals. They’re well established in the stone trade, and a great collector’s item, but some newbies aren’t sure where to start. Let’s dig in, we’ll teach you what these geodes are, where to find them, and give you some tips […]
The great state of Texas covers huge amounts of territory. If you look in the right places you’ll be able to find some pretty impressive geodes. Central Texas is a hotbed of geological limestone formations that house the hollow nodules among other minerals. Where To Find Geodes in Texas So, where are the right places? […]
Where To Find Geodes, Fossils and More In Indiana Indiana is an excellent state for rockhounding. Though Indiana is most known for its abundance of coal and limestone deposits, there are many other geological treasures to be found in this state as well. Geodes are one of these. There are many geodes in Indiana waiting […]
Hunting for geodes is a great activity for kids and adults alike. But knowing where to go to find geodes is what can be extremely challenging. Unfortunately, many rockhounds don’t like to share their secret dig site locations. But that’s okay. Because in this article I’m going to share with you some of the best […]