With over 100 known varieties, Mexico remains one of the most important agate-producing countries on Earth.

And despite decades of collecting, many remote areas of northern Chihuahua still hold geological treasures waiting to be found.

picture agates display patterns that resemble recognizable forms — landscapes, figures, animals, or faces.

Discover how agates are mined in Northern Mexico. Learn about extraction methods, labor, history, and the real cost behind Chihuahua agates.

Why do agates have color bands? Learn how light scattering, crystal size, and chalcedony structure create white and blue agate without pigment.

La Guadalupe. This magnificent beauty is not just an ordinary rock; it is a majestic masterpiece that will leave you in awe.

The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals is pleased to announce that a significant selection of recent agate finds from northern Mexico’s famed Chihuahua agate beds will go on exhibit for a year beginning Sept. 21, 2019

it is crucial to rely on the sun's direct light to inspect the stone for any imperfections. Natural light is essential as artificial lighting in buildings can sometimes mask imperfections, leading to a subpar final result.

the "do's" and "dont's" of auctioning your agates. 

the first few years at Ojo Laguna we mined at Santa Monica and then at the Alianza claims, it was an experience where we learned a lot. 

One of the most illustrious examples of Mexican agates is the renowned "Heart of Chihuahua," a masterpiece of nature's craftsmanship. here we go into the reason why we think that this particular laguna agate is amongst the best to ever be brought out of the earth