How to Identify an Unopened Geode
Shape Look for round or oval shaped rocks., Bumps Look for a lumpy surface, that looks somewhat like a cauliflower. , Break open the rock with your rock hammer., Use a reliable guide map when you search for geodes., Cut and polish your geode to...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Shape Look for round or oval shaped rocks.
Sharp, pointy rocks are not likely to yield a geode no matter how often you hammer at them. -
Step 2: Bumps Look for a lumpy surface
, There is no easy way to determine what is inside your lumpy, roundish rock until you break it open. , Rockhounds have gone before you and can get you into areas where finding a geode is much more likely. , -
Step 3: that looks somewhat like a cauliflower.
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Step 4: Break open the rock with your rock hammer.
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Step 5: Use a reliable guide map when you search for geodes.
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Step 6: Cut and polish your geode to bring out the most in it's beauty.
Detailed Guide
Sharp, pointy rocks are not likely to yield a geode no matter how often you hammer at them.
, There is no easy way to determine what is inside your lumpy, roundish rock until you break it open. , Rockhounds have gone before you and can get you into areas where finding a geode is much more likely. ,
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