Brazilian Agate

Object/Artifact

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Crater Rock Museum

Name/Title

Brazilian Agate

Entry/Object ID

78.59.733

Description

Donor: Smith, Delmar Condition: Very Good Dimensions: 4¼" x 7 1/8" (10.8 x 18.1 cm) Marking Location: On Specimen Description: A 5/8" (1.5 cm) thick slice of an agate from Brazil. Polished side shows fortified agate in pastel pinks, blues, and creams. Two large cracks seen. Pastel pink center has think dark brown rim outlining each pink hand making each band distinct. Notes: Removed from inventory to gift shop 10/24/00