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Trancas Geode from Chihuahua, Mexico
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Trancas Geodes – What Are They and How to Find One

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″ fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.29.3″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.29.3″ hover_enabled=”0″ _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″]First found in 1973, Trancas Geodes are most commonly found via surface mining in Chihuahua, Mexico. These amazing rocks are incredibly varied and you never know what ancient treasures you will uncover when you crack one open. Trancas may…

Rockhounding in Idaho – What Rocks You Can Find and Where
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Rockhounding in Idaho – What Rocks You Can Find and Where

Upcoming Rockhounding Events in Idaho Opal Streak: White Hardness: 5 – 6 Chemical Formula: SiO₂·nH₂O Opal is formed from a solution of silicon dioxide and water. As water runs down through the earth, it picks up silica from sandstone, and carries this silica-rich solution into cracks and voids , caused by natural faults or decomposing…

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    Gold Dredge 8

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