Agates belong to the quartz family, under the generic name of chalcedony. When chalcedony rocks display banding, they are then called agates. Collectors have been valuing agates for thousands of years. Argentinean agates in particular tell the story of strange, yet natural forces that generate these magnificent works of art.

Anyone keeping a sharp eye out for a new and distinctive collectible should take note of "Condor" agate. Durable and lustrous as any agate, these stones have an abundance of color and each has a distinctive personality of its own. Condor Agate has recently been deemed the highest quality in the world, exceeding Laguna Agate. For the true collector, this is the last frontier of the six top agate sites in the world. Today, some of the finest specimens are still available, which not only makes them a great collectible, but a solid investment piece.

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