2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 5:03:15 GMT -5

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Post by elementary on Jan 2, 2013 5:03:15 GMT -5

The 3rd 2012 Agate Index is ready! California is over 270 pages long with hundreds of colorful photographs provided by a couple dozen collectors and dealers. I have also reset all previous 2012 volumes with download links. I do not plan on taking time to do any of the 2010 volumes again, though the files still exist. All the states not appearing in the 2012 indexes will be replaced in the next couple months with updated 2012 volumes.

(Please see following note about prior issues with MediaFire as a file share site.)
2012 Vol 3 - California (110 MB)
www.mediafire.com/view/?9up5qxv0of3rl89
2012 Vol 2 - Northwest (80 MB)
www.mediafire.com/view/?12m6sn69h2t08ik
2012 Vol 2 - Southwest (56 MB)
www.mediafire.com/view/?odzmygviwc8i4ry

Here are the links to the "Artists in Agate" Portfolios I've created.
They show the best of the best from people on this site:
Steve Haynes - Lakers (7 MB)
www.mediafire.com/view/?aa6g0va3a2akj6e
Dan Heuer - The Lapidary Alphabet (15 MB)
www.mediafire.com/view/?urxhkguex6z9czd
Dan Heuer - Rare Earths (8 MB)
www.mediafire.com/view/?2ops91rwrasrkcl
Bob Rush - Brazilians (15 MB)
www.mediafire.com/view/?si5h5ck842las0y

Presently I plan on having all these files on two or three platforms for download.
1) 4shared.com -- this website has not been infected with a virus and has been reliable since the beginning of this project. The downside is you need to create an account (tho extremely easy) and the download times are fairly slow. The upside is that you will be able to access all the files I've created once you join.
2) MediaFire (yes the same mediafire that had the virus problem over the summer) Presently there does not seem to be any virus issues with the site, and it doesn't require a membership. It also has faster download times. Mel used this source to download his copy for editing purposes.
3) The last method is by mail. I will be putting together a list of people who would like to receive a copy in the mail. That person would copy files from the disc or stick and then send it on to the next person on the list. The disc would contain all the files created up until now.
4) There is also John who has provided links to many of the files which are still up on the main link. These are safe, but are not the fastest method of downloading. I appreciate all that he has done to keep these files available.

If you know the old index, this one has gone through many changes.

1) The new edition is gathering more material together in each volume. Volume Three covers all aspects of California rather than splitting it in half like the 2010 edition. The side effect of this effort is that the file is much larger than before. This new volume runs just over 100 MB.

2) There are indexes at the end of the volume that list the contents by county and location, as well as by common and trade names (if known). This will help people who are using the index to research the type of material found at a specific location. There is also a contributor index in the back showing the page numbers for their photos.

3) Many new locations have been added to the file. There are still missing pieces, though, such as Berkley eggs and Calico Sagenite.

Currently this file is only on Mediafire, tho I'll have it on 4shared.com within a day or two.

The table of contents is as follows:
Fossil Material 4
Thundereggs 27
Nodular Agates 51
Dendritic Material 80
Moss Material 87
Plume Material 107
Brecciated Material 132
Orbicular Material 157
Agate - Miscellaneous 186
Jasper - Miscellaneous 216
Other Quartz Material 226
Peripheral Material 235
Contributors 263
Contributor Index 265
Location Index 266
Name Index 270
Additional Publications 271
Final Word 272
Appreciations 273

Contributors include:
The Collectors (some deal):
Jason Badgley (CA)
californiaagategallery.com/index.html
Daniel Bontempo (KS)
Jim Brace-Thompson (CA)
DzrtGrlz (CA)
dzrtgrls.com/
Chuck Eastman (CA)
Tony and Sandy Fender (CA)
Lowell Foster (CA)
Dan Heuer (NM)
Jason Hinkle (OR)
www.oregonthundereggs.com/
Mel Hixson (TX)
Martin Kramer (CA)
David Rix - Eibonvale (London)
www.thundereggs.co.uk/
blog: thundereggs.wordpress.com/
Bob Rush (CA)
bobscabshop.goshopper.net/
Brian Sellers (AZ)
Paul Shiroma (CA)
Larry Sorenson (CA)
Ron Wise (CA)
Gerald and Kathy Woodside (WA)
Don Woodward (SD)
and
The Dealers (some collect):
Geoffrey Hubbs - Geoffreyʼs Cabochons (CA)
www.etsy.com/shop/geoffreyscabochons
Hand 2 Mouth Mining (CA)
hand2mouthmining.net/
Christopher Anthony (CA)
(also listed as Christopher Lesso in previous volumes)
bakersfield.craigslist.org/search/?
areaID=63&subAreaID=&query=christopher
+anthony&catAbb=sss
Ed Orekar - Stones in Motion (CA)
stonesinmotion.com/
South Fork Mining (CA)
southforkmining.com/
Stones That Rock (AZ)
www.stonesthatrock.net/
Stoneviews (AZ)
stoneviews.com/StoreFront.bok
Tom Wolfe Minerals (CA)
tomwolfeminerals.com/
www.wolfelapidary.com/

Please let me know of any issues,

Lowell and Mel

Last Edit: Jan 2, 2013 23:23:04 GMT -5 by elementary

Now out (Aug 2013)!!!!! 2012 Agate Index: Vol 4 - Northern States: See thread in cabochon section!!!!!

jakesrocks In Memoriam RIP Don Woodward AKA jakesrocks Member since April 2010 Posts: 12,696	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 9:30:29 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by jakesrocks on Jan 2, 2013 9:30:29 GMT -5 Got my name wrong Lowell. It'd Don, not Dan. But with all you're doing, I'll forgive you. lol
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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 10:10:13 GMT -5

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Post by The Dad_Ohs on Jan 2, 2013 10:10:13 GMT -5

How does all this fit into the agate index from 2012? that ended with California agates volumes 10 a & b, and now this one is California/northwest/southwest agates too.
I'm just confused, nothing unusual there, as I thought this material is already covered in other volumes.

Thanx in advance for clarifying for me!

Mario

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― Mike Rowe

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If it weren't for the rocks in its bed, the streams would have no song. And if it weren't for the rocks in my head, I wouldn't be able to hear/sing it

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 11:47:59 GMT -5

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Post by elementary on Jan 2, 2013 11:47:59 GMT -5

This whole index is a 'living' document. Every two years we update it and revise it, correct mistakes and add new photos. So, yes, this material was covered earlier. (The Southwest and Northwest volumes are the ones that have already been posted but I am reposting them with a new set of links. John can keep his set up - thanks John! - but I am establishing my own links where I can share these files.
As for CA
Essentially the earlier california volume (2010) was split into two sections. This new volume brings the two sections together and adds many new locations (the LA county locations, several poppy jaspers, Last Chance Canyon, etc). So look at 2012 as the definitive volume. In 2014 the next series should come out with much new photos and additions.

The California 10a and 10b are the last volumes from the 2010 series - tho I finished them in 2011.

So - All the volumes I have just posted above (except for California) have already been released by us. The California document updates the two volumes - consider is a 2nd revised edition - so everything is in one place.

Gotta run to get the car looked at. Please let me know if my rush to answer actually confused you,

Lowell

Don - sent PM. I had your name correct everywhere in the document but that one page. I am sorry for the mistake and blame failing and tired eyes that missed the difference between an a and o. You can answer my PM with your response.

I apologize for the mistake.

Lowell

Now out (Aug 2013)!!!!! 2012 Agate Index: Vol 4 - Northern States: See thread in cabochon section!!!!!

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 11:54:27 GMT -5

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Post by drocknut on Jan 2, 2013 11:54:27 GMT -5

Crud, the mediafire site won't let me even see the files without joining and paying $1.50 a month. I know that's not a lot of money but I was hoping to at least be able to see them without downloading. Thanks for all the hard work Lowell, I'll probably wait until later to download.

Diane

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 13:04:24 GMT -5

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Post by elementary on Jan 2, 2013 13:04:24 GMT -5

Presently sitting in the waiting room at the local Jeep dealer...

I don't understand about the price. Mel downloaded a version without having to pay. Click on the Artists of Agate files and those come up as viewable as well. I know the larger ones should be downloadable even if you can't see the files. The button is located in the upper right, if my memory is right.
Meanwhile, I am using the system for free and am not paying anything to store the files, so maybe there was something overlooked.

Is there anyone else coming across similar problems? I appreciate any update on your experiences using this.

Please let me know as I am trying to refine the whole sharing process.

Also - there will be a mailing list created where people can get the files via snail mail on a disc. They would then resend the file to the next person on the list.
I will be adding a thread under GENERAL to initiate that process.

Thanks all for any and all feedback.

Lowell

Now out (Aug 2013)!!!!! 2012 Agate Index: Vol 4 - Northern States: See thread in cabochon section!!!!!

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 13:21:58 GMT -5

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Post by rockpickerforever on Jan 2, 2013 13:21:58 GMT -5

I downloaded it with no cost. But I see what Diane means. I think she wants to be able to view it online, without having to download it. The first thing you get is a page saying "Preview not available, It may still be shared as a file download." When you click the download button, you go to another screen where you have the OPTION to pay $1.50 a month to "download and share without ads." You don't have to do that! Just click the green download button again, and it will start the download. Your computer will ask it you want to open it or save it. You WILL have to download it to see it, but you don't have to pay a buck and a half for it. Jean

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 14:20:33 GMT -5

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Post by The Dad_Ohs on Jan 2, 2013 14:20:33 GMT -5

Jan 2, 2013 13:21:58 GMT -5 rockpickerforever said:

I downloaded it with no cost. But I see what Diane means. I think she wants to be able to view it online, without having to download it. The first thing you get is a page saying "Preview not available, It may still be shared as a file download." When you click the download button, you go to another screen where you have the OPTION to pay $1.50 a month to "download and share without ads." You don't have to do that! Just click the green download button again, and it will start the download. Your computer will ask it you want to open it or save it. You WILL have to download it to see it, but you don't have to pay a buck and a half for it. Jean

YEAH, WHAT JEAN SAID !!

Last Edit: Jan 2, 2013 14:20:47 GMT -5 by The Dad_Ohs

Mario

“I'm allergic to rocks hitting me in the face.”
― Mike Rowe

Still Seriously Silly After All These Years

If it weren't for the rocks in its bed, the streams would have no song. And if it weren't for the rocks in my head, I wouldn't be able to hear/sing it

Keep On Rockin' A Good Rock Joke!!

jakesrocks In Memoriam RIP Don Woodward AKA jakesrocks Member since April 2010 Posts: 12,696	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 15:51:55 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by jakesrocks on Jan 2, 2013 15:51:55 GMT -5 Hey Lowell, a little late for this edition, and not a very good pic. This is the marble from the old quarry by Cadiz, south of Rt.66. If you want a better pic later, let me know.
	Don --- USN Retired

billg22 spending too much on rocks Member since November 2011 Posts: 451	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 17:02:20 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by billg22 on Jan 2, 2013 17:02:20 GMT -5 Great Links!

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 20:01:28 GMT -5

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Post by Thunder69 on Jan 2, 2013 20:01:28 GMT -5

Lowell ...I have to say thanks again for putting this together...I appreciate the hard work you guys are putting into it....I was able to download everything without problem..I will put the files on a couple of SD cards and a usb stick...So whenever the list is started they will be ready... .John

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 21:28:10 GMT -5

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Post by elementary on Jan 2, 2013 21:28:10 GMT -5

Wow!!! 48 downloads in less than 24 hours. Thanks everyone for the support.

John, I do apologize about one thing. I was going to mention you at the end of the file where I put the Final Comments and totally spaced. I truly thank you for keeping the files alive while I struggled to find a solution.

Lowell

Now out (Aug 2013)!!!!! 2012 Agate Index: Vol 4 - Northern States: See thread in cabochon section!!!!!

tntmom has started giving rock gifts Member since August 2009 Posts: 3,500	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 23:14:59 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by tntmom on Jan 2, 2013 23:14:59 GMT -5 Thank you Lowell!!!!
	~Krystee Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/KristineGniotDesigns?ref=hdr_shop_menu FaceBook: www.facebook.com/kristine.gniot Facebook Business Page: www.facebook.com/kristinegniotdesigns?ref=bookmarks Yesterday is history. Tomorrow's a mystery. But Today is a Gift... that's why it's called "The Present"

The Dad_Ohs fully equipped rock polisher Take me to your Labradorite!! Member since September 2012 Posts: 1,860	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 2, 2013 23:54:03 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Dad_Ohs on Jan 2, 2013 23:54:03 GMT -5 Don, those book ends are beautiful!! that's some really nice marble!!
	Mario “I'm allergic to rocks hitting me in the face.” ― Mike Rowe Still Seriously Silly After All These Years If it weren't for the rocks in its bed, the streams would have no song. And if it weren't for the rocks in my head, I wouldn't be able to hear/sing it Keep On Rockin' A Good Rock Joke!!

jakesrocks In Memoriam RIP Don Woodward AKA jakesrocks Member since April 2010 Posts: 12,696	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 3, 2013 0:05:39 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by jakesrocks on Jan 3, 2013 0:05:39 GMT -5 Thanks Mario. I need to polish them one of these days.
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Deleted Deleted Member Member since January 1970 Posts: 0	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 3, 2013 11:31:20 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2013 11:31:20 GMT -5 Hi Lowell, cannot figure out how to download. I am thick that way, sorry. Please put me on the list for a pass around disk.

elementary fully equipped rock polisher Member since February 2006 Posts: 1,077	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 3, 2013 11:58:58 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by elementary on Jan 3, 2013 11:58:58 GMT -5 Got it, Scott! Heck...I could almost drop it by your house the next time I travel the 91....I have family in both Redlands and Tustin. Lowell
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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 3, 2013 14:50:55 GMT -5

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Post by drocknut on Jan 3, 2013 14:50:55 GMT -5

Ok, got them downloaded for free. I must not have been paying attention when I was trying to download them the other day and didn't see where it said "download and share without ads" for $1.50 so I misinterpreted it and didn't even try to download them without paying...duh. Thanks for the heads up all.

Diane

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2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 4, 2013 11:21:43 GMT -5

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Jan 3, 2013 11:58:58 GMT -5 elementary said:

Got it, Scott!

Heck...I could almost drop it by your house the next time I travel the 91....I have family in both Redlands and Tustin.

Lowell

I am about 6 miles from the 91 north on the 71!

bobby1 has started giving rock gifts Member since November 2007 Posts: 3,007	2012 Agate Index: Vol. 3 - California Available Jan 4, 2013 23:17:20 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by bobby1 on Jan 4, 2013 23:17:20 GMT -5 Lowell, The COPCO Agate found in Northern California is misnamed. COPCO stands for California Oregon Power Company Bob