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Fuxin agate carving

China tradition · 5 examples · indicative market tier: Under $500 (entry level & living craft)

Agate ( AG-it) is a banded variety of fibrous chalcedony. Agate stones are characterized by alternating bands of different colored chalcedony and often contain some visible quartz crystals. They are common in nature and can be found globally in a large number of different varieties. Wikipedia →

Types & examples

Beiyinyangying Culture Agate Necklace
Beiyinyangying Culture Agate Necklace
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Beiyinyangying Culture Agate Huang & Majiabang Culture Jade Huang
Beiyinyangying Culture Agate Huang & Majiabang Culture Jade Huang
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Qing Agate Vases
Qing Agate Vases
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Agate-150541
Agate-150541
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Agate-150542
Agate-150542
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Where to buy

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