Agate countertops are known for their beauty. The gemstone adds a unique look to any room. However, there are a few downsides to this type of counter.

Mineral deposits can create markings that look like forests or mountains, and experts say each stone is distinctive. By Jill Newman When Tarun Adlakha displays a dendritic agate, with its finely ...

When it comes to decor ideas that are super popular right now, one trend clearly rocks more than the rest — we are talking gems and geodes, obviously. These agate DIY projects compiled by Porch.com ...

In a full day's search on the last day of March, Mike Jacobs of Monticello and I found 121 agates. That seemed a lot to an amateur like me, whose agate hunting has been largely confined to looking ...

It’s the tomb that keeps on giving. More than two years since its discovery, a treasure-filled Greek tomb has offered up perhaps its most significant find to date: a Minoan stone carving so ...

Display your favorite set of agate slices with this DIY framed wall art idea. With a few matted frames, gel epoxy and your collection of rocks, you can have your own impressive display within minutes.

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Agates are formed from silica solutions filling gas bubbles in lava rocks, creating bands of color. The best time to find agates in Michigan is after a storm. Popular Michigan agate hunting locations ...