Fire Agate with Host Rock | Hand Polishing Rough Rocks

Fire Agate is a beautiful variety of chalcedony with chances of "fire-like" iridescent flashes. Sometimes this flash is visible on the surface but typically is revealed through polishing. Similar to Moss Agate, most of these pieces won't have traditional banding. Use the dropdown to select either 1 piece, 1/2 LB, 1 LB or 3 LBs of rough Fire Agate.

The photos are representative of the stones you will receive and are shown wet to give you a better idea of the color and how the rocks will look once polished.

Small:
• Average size of these stones is 0.5" to 1.25" inches.
• Approximately 55 - 65 pieces per pound
Medium:
• Average size of these stones is 1" to 2" inches.
• Approximately 9 - 11 pieces per pound
Large:
• Average size of these stones is 2" to 3" inches.
• Approximately 1 - 4 pieces per pound

Country of Origin: Mexico

Main Photo: Full, Wet
Photo #2: Studio Light, Dry

Note: The "X-Small pieces are quite a bit smaller than our "small" size and carry about 50% host rock. They are great for small tumbling, home decor or micro polishing. Feel free to request additional pictures if needed.

Also, these agates can be successfully tumbled in a rotary or vibratory tumbler. They require extra cushioning (ceramic media) and should be monitored and checked daily. The goal is to remove host rock without removing the thin layer of "fire" effect on the chalcedony. Hand-polishing is the safer option if you plan on using these pieces for jewelry.