Slabbing a Fractured Beauty: Pink Opal in a West Texas Agate

If you’re into unique rock finds, you won’t want to miss this video! Join Scott Wilkins as he slabs an agate he found while rockhounding at the Kokernot 06 Ranch in West Texas. This agate isn’t just any agate—it’s got beautiful streaks of pink opal running through it! But does the pink opal run through the entire stone, or is it just on the surface?

Watch The Video To Find Out!

If you love the thrill of discovery, especially when it comes to rare and colorful stones, this video is a must-watch. Though it’s a bit disappointing that the fractures make the stone difficult to work with, the vibrant pink opal is still a beautiful find, and the agate itself has fascinating details, including waterline banding.

Check out the video to see this fractured beauty and decide for yourself—could this pink opal be worth cabbing, or is it best left as a display or tumble piece?

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