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Banded Agate (Carnelian)

German Lapidaries (Oberstein region) · Mid-19th to Early 20th Century (1850-1920)

Banded Agate (Carnelian) by German Lapidaries (Oberstein region), identification view
Community photograph · added 16 March 2026

Identification summary

A hand-cut and polished natural agate marble featuring warm carnelian-orange and cream banding.

Visible record

Maker candidate
German Lapidaries (Oberstein region)
Era
Mid-19th to Early 20th Century (1850-1920)
Pattern
Banded / Layered
Rarity assessment
Uncommon
Condition assessment
Fair
Size
Shooter (approx. 11/16" - 3/4")
Material
Agate (Cryptocrystalline Quartz)