{"title":"Home page","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"botswali-agate-specimen-copy","title":"Botswali Agate Specimen 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eBotswali Agates which are close cousins to the Botswana agate and are found near the Mozambique-Malawi border, which is how they get their Name \"Botswali.\" These Beautiful Agates have amazing cloud like bands and the occasional amethyst cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn search to better the local economy Malawi and Botswana both instituted export bans on all unprocessed minerals so the stock that is left in the US is the last that will come at these prices for the foreseeable future. Supply is limited and when they are gone, we cannot promise that we can get more. Get yourself a beautiful African Gem to add to your collection while supplies last!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Agates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48550601457892,"sku":"BO-PHS-1","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/6764\/8996\/files\/DB431F60-DA15-4FB3-8DDA-B97EFC81EDF3.jpg?v=1774291723"},{"product_id":"lsa-tumbler-bags","title":"LSA Tumbler Bags","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet your own random assortment of LSAs to either tumble or leave natural! These tumbler bags are perfect for any Rockhound or collector looking to add a couple LSAs to your collection! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Material is self collected by our owner Trevor Halliwill in Minnesota! 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They are found near the (Former Swaziland) Eswatini border which is where they get their trade name “Swazi Agate.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a preference in necklace length please put the desired length in your order notes and we will make sure to send it out at the length you desire. Options of adjustable and fixed leather necklaces for pendants as well! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Agates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48573137027300,"sku":"S-N-2","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/6764\/8996\/files\/E4CB1BFC-9635-4FE2-BC99-7B65D7CD885A.jpg?v=1774321636"},{"product_id":"double-sided-madagascar-dendritic-agate-necklace-16","title":"Double sided Madagascar Dendritic Agate Necklace 16","description":"\u003cp\u003eCut and polished by Trevor Halliwill these one of a kind Madagascar Dendritic Agate Necklaces are a perfect gift or addition to a collection that can never be replicated! Every slice reveals a different part of the stone resulting in an array of banding patterns as you make your way through, making no two identical! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadagascar Dendritic Agate is mined in Madagascar and the presence of iron and manganese in these agates results in the amazing tree branch like inclusions! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a preference in necklace length please put the desired length in your order notes and we will make sure to send it out at the length you desire. Options of adjustable and fixed leather necklaces for pendants as well! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Agates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48607398002916,"sku":"MD-N-16","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/6764\/8996\/files\/B65900BA-F5A7-4C52-B98E-C320EBAE5F58.jpg?v=1774483167"},{"product_id":"single-sided-lake-superior-agate-necklace-2","title":"Single sided Lake Superior Agate Necklace 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eCut and polished by Trevor Halliwill these one of a kind Lake Superior Agate Necklaces are a perfect gift or addition to a collection that can never be replicated! Every slice reveals a different part of the stone resulting in an array of banding patterns as you make your way through, making no two identical! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLake Superior Agates come from Minnesota and are debated as the oldest agates on the planet! Created during the mid continental rift in the northern end of the country 1.1 billion years ago. This geologic event created air pocket filled basalt flows in northern Minnesota and the basin which created Lake Superior! These basalt flows had iron rich silica water flowing over them creating the signature red banding in these gorgeous stones! As the Larentide Ice Sheet made its way across the North Shore of Lake Superior roughly 20,000-25,000 years ago. It ground these gorgeous agates out of the basalt and dispersed them through out the Midwest region! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a preference in necklace length please put the desired length in your order notes and we will make sure to send it out at the length you desire. 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Every slice reveals a different part of the stone resulting in an array of banding patterns as you make your way through, making no two identical! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBotswali Agates which are close cousins to the Botswana agate and are found near the Mozambique-Malawi border, which is how they get their Name \"Botswali.\" These Beautiful Agates have amazing cloud like bands and the occasional amethyst cores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a preference in necklace length please put the desired length in your order notes and we will make sure to send it out at the length you desire. Options of adjustable and fixed leather necklaces for pendants as well! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Agates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48607543034084,"sku":"B-N-1","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/6764\/8996\/files\/A525E435-E289-444B-A496-9AAF3EE702B5.jpg?v=1774487672"},{"product_id":"single-sided-mary-ellen-jasper-necklace-1","title":"Single sided Mary Ellen Jasper Necklace 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eCut and polished by Trevor Halliwill these one of a kind Mary Ellen Jasper Necklaces are a perfect gift or addition to a collection that can never be replicated! Every slice reveals a different part of the stone resulting in an array of different patterns as you make your way through, making no two identical! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Marry Ellen Jasper from Minnesota is a Japerized stromatolite that occurs from layers of bacteria and other organisms from ancient sea beds layering then solidifying. The layering over time and occurrence of iron Created all the awesome Red swooping bands on these stones! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a preference in necklace length please put the desired length in your order notes and we will make sure to send it out at the length you desire. Options of adjustable and fixed leather necklaces for pendants as well! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Agates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48607549292772,"sku":"ME-N-1","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/6764\/8996\/files\/38738D34-9C14-47A7-B305-32966668149A.jpg?v=1774487955"},{"product_id":"madagascar-dendritic-agate-specimen-4","title":"Madagascar Dendritic Agate Specimen 4","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMadagascar Dendritic Agate is mined in Madagascar and the presence of iron and manganese in these agates results in the amazing tree branch like inclusions! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpecimen stones are face polished on one side. Making them amazing to add to any agate collectors display or just as a cool display piece around the home or office! 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Making them amazing to add to any agate collectors display or just as a cool display piece around the home or office! Polishing only the one side shows the stone in it’s natural state and a nice polished side to show off the gorgeous interior that cutting and polishing reveal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Agates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48613054808292,"sku":"BR-PHS-8","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/6764\/8996\/files\/2D3EF191-DA73-45E6-AC4A-A114C7A44AE4.jpg?v=1774544013"},{"product_id":"picacho-agate-specimen-15","title":"Picacho Agate Specimen 15","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePicacho Agates come from Chihuahua, Mexico are mined roughly 80 miles from where Laguna Agates are found. Because of this, some say it’s the “sister” to the prized Laguna Agate. These gorgeous stones are know for having beautiful Yellow, Blue, and Purple Bands! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpecimen stones are face polished on one side. Making them amazing to add to any agate collectors display or just as a cool display piece around the home or office! Polishing only the one side shows the stone in it’s natural state and a nice polished side to show off the gorgeous interior that cutting and polishing reveal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Agates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48621643038948,"sku":"P-PHS-15","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/6764\/8996\/files\/A1A7A59E-611E-44DE-AFA3-46BF1504192C.jpg?v=1774710099"},{"product_id":"bahia-agate-specimen-20","title":"Bahia Agate Specimen 20","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese agate come from Bahia Brazil which is where they get the name “Bahia Agate.” These beautiful stones are sometimes referred to as the “Brazilian Rainbow Agate.” With their beautiful Orange, White, and Red, pastel and translucent colors. 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These basalt flows had iron rich silica water flowing over them creating the signature red banding in these gorgeous stones! As the Larentide Ice Sheet made its way across the North Shore of Lake Superior roughly 20,000-25,000 years ago. It ground these gorgeous agates out of the basalt and dispersed them through out the Midwest region! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpecimen stones are face polished on one side. Making them amazing to add to any agate collectors display or just as a cool display piece around the home or office! 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