Dyed Agate
Collection
John Betts - Fine Minerals
Description
Slab of banded Agate that was cut into strips, then each section
dyed with different chemicals, and reassembled to show the results. Ex. Ben Shaub; ex. Idar Oberstein. It is believed that Shaub used this
as an illustration in a book. The reason this photo is listed here is to educate the laymen with the dyed colors often used in Agate slabs.
Locality
Minas Gerais, Brazil
Dimensions
18 x 10 x 1.5 cm.
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