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Banded Agate (Brown/White)

German Lapidary (Idar-Oberstein) · Late 1800s - Early 1900s

Banded Agate (Brown/White) by German Lapidary (Idar-Oberstein), identification view
Community photograph · added 16 March 2026

Identification summary

A high-quality, hand-ground natural stone marble featuring intricate brown and white banding, often referred to as an 'Aggie'.

Visible record

Maker candidate
German Lapidary (Idar-Oberstein)
Era
Late 1800s - Early 1900s
Pattern
Banded / Concentric
Rarity assessment
Uncommon
Condition assessment
Near Mint
Size
Shooter (approx. 11/16" - 3/4")
Material
Natural Agate (Chalcedony)