Banjocreek
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Post by Banjocreek on Aug 15, 2006 11:43:11 GMT -5
I know that it is time to get busy wrapping some of these, but it gets so addicting at times once you start working on a few preforms and turning out a few polished cabs. These are some waiting to be done that I particularly liked. Graveyard Point Plume Agate-  Brazillian Agate-  This came from a slice of thunder egg-  Antelope Jasper-  Sodalite  Moss Agate-  This came from Russia, but I lost the identifier with the name on it. I got it from a local rock show in Apache Junction.  Antelope Jasper-  Charoite-  Graveyard point Plume Agate-  Got this as a trade for some Montana and it was called Cherry Agate. It may have another trade name as well.  Brazillian Agate-  Brazillian Agate-  Graveyard point Plume Agate-  Regency Plum Agate-  Regency Plum Agate-  Priday Plume Agate-  Graveyard Point Plum Agate-  That's enuff! Thanks for looking! -Banjo All name are open for discussion and negotiation. |
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rallyrocks
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Post by rallyrocks on Aug 15, 2006 11:50:03 GMT -5
Nice!
is that first one some sort of "flame" agate?
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181lizard
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Post by 181lizard on Aug 15, 2006 11:56:01 GMT -5
I probably would have sat there all day lookin at the piece of rock this came from, and would'ev NEVER seen this cab pop out. You got it Banjo...and when ya got it...ya got it!
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Post by krazydiamond on Aug 15, 2006 12:05:32 GMT -5
beautiful!
KD
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Banjocreek
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Post by Banjocreek on Aug 15, 2006 12:19:13 GMT -5
I wish I new what the first one was.
We got that chunk of rough from Shain (Freeform) and never bothered to ask him what it was.
It was residing in a basket with a bunch of other stuff and just caught my eye once we got it home from his place. (along with a few more baskets of rough.)
If you ever get to Arizona you have got to check out his stock pile!!
-Banjo
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mrsbanjocreek
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Post by mrsbanjocreek on Aug 15, 2006 12:24:38 GMT -5
Great job Banjo!! These are fantastic!! Seems a birdie told me it's your wifes birthday soon...got any of these in mind for her?? lol...These are just beautiful and I'm pretty sure after your meeting, you will be saying what kind of stones they are? Just want to see if my guesses were right. I favor the first one and...well, too many ties after that!!
Have a terrific day Mr.Banjo!!
Jolyn
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Post by Tweetiepy on Aug 15, 2006 12:59:34 GMT -5
WOW Banjo those are jaw-dropping - I still got a piece of that oval shaped one (graveyard plume_ and mine looks nothing like yours - imagine that! duh) - that first one is beautiful!
I'd say I'm speechless but I've been just yammin' on about how beautiful they are... - excellent work - I think Mrs. Banjo should get the pick of the litter!
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Banjocreek
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Post by Banjocreek on Aug 15, 2006 13:09:21 GMT -5
Ok, I'll modify and identify.
To the best of my ability anyway.
The names should be there now.
-Banjo
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Roger
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Post by Roger on Aug 15, 2006 13:16:17 GMT -5
Those are great,where did the third one come from?
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Post by deb193 on Aug 15, 2006 14:21:54 GMT -5
I like the regency plume the best. Do you plan to wrap all of these?
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Post by stoner on Aug 15, 2006 14:41:02 GMT -5
Wow Banjo. Excellent work. That's one great batch of cabs. I know what you mean about cutting cabs and the addiction, I get going and can't stop. Your work is an inspiration.
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Post by sandsman1 on Aug 15, 2006 15:24:14 GMT -5
man thats a nice buncha cabs banjo but that thunder egg cought my eye never seen one cut like that great find man
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Post by gemkoi on Aug 15, 2006 17:41:37 GMT -5
Very Cool Banjo, Was wondering when we get to see some more. As i always enjoy seeing your work.
Rally: Most graveyard/regency/northridge plume agates are considered flame agates to allot of Geologist. As they dont form as a dendrite, which is what is consider more of a plume formation to such folks. And in the Metaphical markets, its considered a flame agate as well. BUt regency is noted for its pink color. Which Banjos, frist example is top notch.
Now you need to back some like that Banjo. That color and pattern will pop so much better. IM still waiting for my dad to invent a backlite to put into jewelry. But i dout it will ever happen. lol
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Zoran
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Post by Zoran on Aug 15, 2006 18:09:00 GMT -5
Beautiful cabs. Great job.
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Shelbeeray
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Post by Shelbeeray on Aug 15, 2006 22:01:47 GMT -5
Amazing Banjo - you have a perfect vision for what the cabs will look like! The plumes, etc. are all placed EXACTLY where they should be to be shown to their best advantage. You RULE!
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Post by rockyraccoon on Aug 15, 2006 22:16:21 GMT -5
banjo that regency was a nice ending to that show! great stuff. any more?
kim
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181lizard
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Post by 181lizard on Aug 16, 2006 11:26:28 GMT -5
Now I'm gonna date myself...
The Antelope Jasper...is that from Antelope Oregon?
And...if it is...does anyone out there remember why Antelope Oregon is famous?
One time...at band camp...OOPPPS! wrong story!
A while back, a handful of people came into the Pub (together) & all seemed to be wearing some kind of red. I started laughing & said we'd better be on the lookout for Ma Anand Sheila. My kids (that's what I call my employees) didn't have the faintest idea what I was talking about!
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181lizard
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Post by 181lizard on Aug 16, 2006 11:27:31 GMT -5
By the way...the cabs are once again spectacular!
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Post by gemkoi on Aug 16, 2006 12:31:31 GMT -5
Liz: Antelope jasper is was actaully collected near the Morrisonite jasper mine. From what ive been told, it was a few miles away. This area is near Owyhee Lake in Easter Oregon. I have and seen thundereggs from Antelope, OR. Some wild plumes can form in those eggs and they are very rare. But i dont know were they were collected near Antelope.
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Post by rockds on Aug 16, 2006 12:56:06 GMT -5
Man those are great, so glad to have you back and posting - I really love your work and the thunder egg one is really cool.
robert
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