elementary
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Post by elementary on Feb 4, 2012 22:02:50 GMT -5
So this is why I like Mississippi River agate. I have to thank John (Thunder69) who just dropped another box on me. I now have to come up with something of equal Wow value. So - what follows are the best pieces from the two MFR boxes I've received from him. Some people have compared the banding with Fairburns, and though others will argue, I think in the best cases the banding is some of the best you can get in the good ol' U S of A. You can see the colors that I hope to intensify with heat treating. These guys I've pulled because their patterns are complex and their shape makes them easy to contour polish. But enough. Enjoy the show... Thanks for looking, (and thanks to John!) Lowell
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shermlock
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Post by shermlock on Feb 4, 2012 22:03:31 GMT -5
Love that red one! Reminds me of our Lakers. Scott
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Sabre52
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Post by Sabre52 on Feb 4, 2012 23:32:12 GMT -5
Those are really awesome Lowell! next time you type at John could you ask him if those agates are related to Crowley Ridge Agate or Missouri Lace Agate. I'll have to check my Zenz books too. They sure seem very similar in color and pattern....Mel
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Thunder69
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Post by Thunder69 on Feb 5, 2012 0:12:29 GMT -5
Lowell, I am glad you got the box..Did you see the pieces of fossil tabulate coral ...I thought those were pretty.
Hey Mel they are of the same type as the Crowley Ridge...I believe they are from the same alluvial formation.....
John
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Feb 5, 2012 0:26:20 GMT -5
Totally awesome!!!!
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Post by helens on Feb 5, 2012 5:43:53 GMT -5
Oh wow! Those are beautiful!
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Sabre52
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Post by Sabre52 on Feb 5, 2012 9:55:41 GMT -5
Very cool John, Thanks for the info......Mel
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SteveHolmes
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Post by SteveHolmes on Feb 5, 2012 11:37:37 GMT -5
Beautiful Collection! steve
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adrian65
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Post by adrian65 on Feb 5, 2012 15:01:15 GMT -5
Beautiful specimens. I also am lucky enough to have some of these Mississippi agates, from John. Adrian
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rockncajun
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Post by rockncajun on Feb 5, 2012 20:56:37 GMT -5
It seems lots of people deal with John. I am not surprised. He is a great rockhound and has a heart of gold. I want to be like him when I grow up ;D
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Thunder69
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Post by Thunder69 on Feb 6, 2012 20:51:52 GMT -5
Ray I think most rockhounds are cut from the same stone....Always willing to share knowledge ,ideas,wisdom and rocks...Thats what I know... and have learned from the most exceptional group of hounds here.....John
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Feb 6, 2012 21:26:25 GMT -5
Reminded me of Crowley Ridge, too, but more colorful. Nice stuff!
Chuck
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