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Lot # 89 - Petosky Stones, Banded Agate, Tiger Iron and Other Polished Stones
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Pickup Instructions: | |
| Start Date/Time: | 02-Mar-2026 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 09-Mar-2026 8:32:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
$57.00 |
| Highest bidder: | Waterboy1923 |
Auction has ended |
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Description :
Several of the pieces with the honeycomb pattern are fossil corals from the Devonian period. Each “cell” was once a coral polyp. When polished, they show: Distinct hexagonal chambers A soft gray‑tan palette Radiating internal lines from each center They’re ancient reef fragments turned into smooth, tactile stones. The stone with the swirling, layered bands is a banded agate. It formed when silica-rich fluids deposited microscopic layers inside a cavity. Hallmarks include: Concentric or fortification-style banding High translucency A glossy polish that brings out the pattern It adds a nice contrast to the fossil textures. You’ve also got a few elongated, smooth stones in deeper colors: Dark blue— possibly sodalite or dumortierite Golden brown— could be tiger’s eye or a banded jasper Reddish— likely jasper or carnelian These pieces bring in richer tones and a more “gemmy” feel compared to the fossils and agate. A mix of organic fossilsand inorganic minerals A range of textures: honeycomb, banded, glassy, silky A palette that moves from neutrals to deep jewel tones Varied shapes that keep the eye movingThe Fossils
Petoskey Stones (fossil coral)
The Agate
The Polished Minerals
Why This Collection Works
Disclaimer: All gemstone and mineral descriptions are provided to the best of our ability based on visual assessment and available information. None of the stones in this auction have been GIA‑certified or professionally graded. The winning bidder is welcome to have any stone independently certified, graded, or appraised at their own expense. All items are sold as‑is.
Dimensions : 1.5-2.5 in L
Auction History
Highest bidder is Waterboy1923
| Date | Bid | User |
|---|---|---|
| 09-Mar-2026 8:28:50 PM | $57.00 | Waterboy1923 |
| 09-Mar-2026 8:28:18 PM | $56.00 | 98112 |
| 09-Mar-2026 8:26:59 PM | $51.00 | Jela |
| 09-Mar-2026 8:26:42 PM | $50.00 | Waterboy1923 |
| 09-Mar-2026 8:26:42 PM | $50.00 | Jela |
| 09-Mar-2026 8:02:06 PM | $46.00 | Waterboy1923 |
| 09-Mar-2026 11:55:24 AM | $27.00 | Wisewillow |
| 08-Mar-2026 8:49:05 PM | $22.00 | Trupr |
| 08-Mar-2026 8:49:05 PM | $21.00 | helloradio |
| 08-Mar-2026 8:47:46 PM | $17.00 | Trupr |
| 08-Mar-2026 8:47:46 PM | $16.00 | helloradio |
| 08-Mar-2026 8:47:30 PM | $11.00 | Trupr |
| 08-Mar-2026 8:47:30 PM | $10.00 | helloradio |
| 02-Mar-2026 10:00:48 PM | $6.00 | Trupr |
| 02-Mar-2026 6:24:29 PM | $5.00 | Renn911 |
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