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Canadian Red Agate
In 2026, Canadian Red Agate—specifically the ancient Lake Superior Agate found along Ontario’s north shore—is a microcrystalline variety of quartz renowned for its vibrant, iron-rich bands of red, orange, and white. Formed approximately 1.1 billion years ago within basaltic lava flows, these stones are distinguished by their "fortification" patterns of sharp, concentric rings and a durable Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7. Beyond the Great Lakes, notable specimens are frequently sourced from the Souris Agate Pit in Manitoba and river valleys in British Columbia, where they are prized by collectors fo
In 2026, Canadian Red Agate—specifically the ancient Lake Superior Agate found along Ontario’s north shore—is a microcrystalline variety of quartz renowned for its vibrant, iron-rich bands of red, orange, and white. Formed approximately 1.1 billion years ago within basaltic lava flows, these stones are distinguished by their "fortification" patterns of sharp, concentric rings and a durable Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7. Beyond the Great Lakes, notable specimens are frequently sourced from the Souris Agate Pit in Manitoba and river valleys in British Columbia, where they are prized by collectors fo…
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