amethyst1111
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Post by amethyst1111 on May 4, 2024 13:59:46 GMT -5
Hello! I have inherited a thunderegg from my father after he passed away last year. I wanted to see if anyone could tell me a bit more about what the inside is. Is it agate? chalcedony? Are the white striations opal? It has sat on his fireplace mantle for 50 years and have always been drawn to the "United States" shape. Thank you for any insight you might have!  imgur.com/a/9JCrttB |
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Post by chris1956 on May 4, 2024 16:54:12 GMT -5
I am not a thunderegg expert but that sure looks sweet!
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titaniumkid
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Post by titaniumkid on May 4, 2024 17:21:44 GMT -5
Sorry for your loss.
Also not an expert, but I think it could be agate because of the bands. Regardless, it's beautiful.
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RWA3006
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Post by RWA3006 on May 4, 2024 17:59:57 GMT -5
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realrockhound
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Post by realrockhound on May 4, 2024 18:06:59 GMT -5
Succor creek thunderegg
Interior is a typical chalcedony/ agate. And that white is what they refer to is water line. It forms during the eggs interior being filled with minerals. There is also some slight fortification taking place
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wargrafix
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Post by wargrafix on May 4, 2024 18:20:18 GMT -5
Your dad was a man who appreciated amazing things and I am glad it passed to good hands
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RWA3006
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Post by RWA3006 on May 4, 2024 19:04:17 GMT -5
Your dad was a man who appreciated amazing things and I am glad it passed to good hands Yes, it's good the legacy continues and he's doing it right. It's good to have his expertise here on RTH. |
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amethyst1111
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Post by amethyst1111 on May 5, 2024 9:45:58 GMT -5
Thank you so much for all of the your input and kind words! It is a beautiful piece
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Post by 1dave on May 9, 2024 16:37:54 GMT -5
I would like to join this conversation, but I'm tired.  |
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wargrafix
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Post by wargrafix on May 9, 2024 17:15:23 GMT -5
I would like to join this conversation, but I'm tired. You may have not said many words, but that image made every letter worth their weight in platinum |
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