Bel and I cut opened agates from Botswana and Malawi, revealing gorgeous banding of purple and blue — and even a geode. But the Lake Superior agate is unique; on the outside, it can resemble a ...

Bel and I cut opened agates from Botswana and Malawi, revealing gorgeous banding of purple and blue — and even a geode. But the Lake Superior agate is unique; on the outside, it can resemble a ...

Goldenstein, a retired merchandising manager from St. Cloud, will be among the vendors selling rough, cut and polished agates plus finished jewelry at the May 7-8 Brainerd show.

Agate collectors unlock the beauty of their stones by cutting them open and polishing them to a glossy finish. They can then be cut into smaller pieces to make jewelry or art.

Cuyuna Agate & Mineral Show. Buying, selling and trading is part of the 12th annual event, which features agates on display, flint-knappers, rock cutting, more than 50 vendors plus activities for ...